Nelson and Belasco battle to draw; De Alba decisions Carrainde to highlight card at Valley Forge Casino Resort

Valley Forge, PA (October 6, 2014)--This past Saturday night, In front of a near capacity crowd at the Valley Forge Casino Resort, Naim Nelson and Ryan Belasco battled to an 8-round majority draw for the UBF All America's Jr. Welterweight title while Frank De Alba scored an 8-round unanimous decision over Jesse Carradine which highlighted a 5-bout card. The show was promoted King's Promotions and Peltz Boxing.   Nelson and Belasco battled to a close nip and tuck battle.  The fighter's styles were opposite of conventional wisdom heading into the fight as it was Belasco who was ahead when the fight was a boxing match while Nelson was getting the slightly better of the action in close.  It seemed going down the stretch it was Belasco who was in front and one judge did agree by awarding Belasco the fight 77-75.  He was overruled 76-76 on the remaining two cards thus rendering the split draw.   Belasco of Wilmington, DE is now 18-6-4.  Nelson is now 12-0-1.   In the co-feature, De Alba won his 12th consecutive fight as he he scored a knockdown in a nicely contested 8-round battle.   De Alba controlled the action moving in an out.  The taller Carradine tried to box from the outside and would occasionally get in a solid shot.  De Alba worked the body well but it was a short right hook that sent Carradine to the deck in round five.  Both guys fought hard throughout and even though he was the winner, De Alba had some swelling in his face.   De Alba of Reading, PA won by scores of 79-72, 78-73 and 76-75 and is now 14-1-2.  This was his 12th consecutive win and is unbeaten in 16 straight.  Carradine of Las Vegas is now 8-4-2. Anthony Prescott scored three knockdowns and finally put Shawn Sutton away at of2:19 of round three of their scheduled 4-round Welterweight bout. Prescott dropped Sutton with right hands in each of the three frames and there was doubt that Sutton would be allowed to continue after round two.  Prescott only had to work another 2:19 and he dropped and hurt Sutton and the fight was over. Prescott of Cherry Hill, NJ is now 4-3-2 with 2 knockouts.  Sutton of Norristown, PA is now 0-3. Travis Thompson scored a 4-round majority decision over Benjamin Burgos in a battle of hard luck Lightweights. Thompson of Pottstown, PA won by 39-37 twice and 38-38 and is now 6-11-3.  Burgos, of Mount Pocono, PA is now 1-9-1. Christian Molina remained undefeated by scoring a 50 second stoppage over Josue Rivera in a Jr. Welterweight bout. Molina dropped Rivera for the ten count from a combination in the corner. Molina of Allentown, PA is now 3-0 with 2 knockouts.  Rivera of Philadelphia is 2-6. Photos by Jeff Julian / King's Promotions

Nelson to risk undefeated record against Belasco in UBF All America's title fight this Saturday at Valley Firge Casino Resort

UBF All Americas Jr. Welterweight title bout to between Nelson & Belasco to serve as co-feature to De Alba - Carradine this Saturday

VALLEY FORGE, PA (October 2, 2014)--This Saturday night at the Valley Forge Casino Resort, undefeated Jr. Welterweight Naim "The Dream" Nelson (12-0, 1 KO) of Philadelphia will take on Ryan Belasco (18-6-3, 3 KO's) of Wilmington, DE in an 8-round bout for the UBF All America's title that will serve as the co-feature bout to a championship night of boxing promoted by King;s Promotions and Peltz Boxing.   In the main event, Frank De Alba will take on Jesse Carridine in a 8-round Jr. Lightweight bout.   "Training has been great.  I have had no injuries and I am in terrific shape.  I have trained harder for this fight than any other fight,"said Nelson.   Nelson knows that Belasco is a worthy opponent but he is prepared for the task at hand.   "Ryan brings a lot of experience.  He has more than twice the amount of fights.  He was already a pro when I started my amateur career.  He has decent skills as he can box and bang.  It should be a great test."   With each passing win, Nelson knows that every fighter is gunning a little harder trying to put that first loss on him.   "It comes with the territory.  When you start getting to double-digit wins, you can feel guys wanting to take that zero from you.  Guys get up for you.  They train harder then they do for other fights which is great that we can bring the best out of each other."   Nelson is looking forward to adding another belt to his trophy case that already has the Pennsylvania Lightweight title in it.   "The UBF title adds to this fight.  I have that Lightweight state title.  I plan on staying at 140 lbs. unless I can find a big fight at Lightweight.  I am just happy to be able to fight for a 2nd title where there are so many fighters that don't even compete for any.  These are the types of things that will help me reach my ultimate goal and that is to fight for a world title."    Nelson finished, "I think this will be a tremendous fight.  It has been a year in the making and I know we will both lay it all on the line.  I think this fight will rival my (2012 war) with Victor Vasquez.    Naim "the Dream" Nelson is known as one of the hardest workers in the area. He consistently takes on tough opposition and continues to win. He has only one KO on his perfect 12-0 ledger but he's extremely strong and physical in the ring. His opponents can attest to that.    With team of trainer Rory Bussey, Strength coach James "Fink " Edwards and new  adviser Stephen Edwards.  Edwards is  trainer/adviser to red hot Jr. Middleweight contender Julian "Jrock Williams and up and coming prospect Kyrone "Shut It Down" Davis. Nelson believes he has big things coming. If Nelson is successful in this fight he is looking to take on bigger names in the lightweight and junior welterweight divisions. In the 8-round main event,Frank De Alba (13-1-2, 5 KO's) of Reading, PA will take on Jesse Carradine (8-3-2, 4 KO's) of Las Vegas in a Jr. Lightweight bout.   Shawn Sutton (0-2-1) of Norristown, PA will fight Anthony Prescott (3-3-2, 1 KO) of Cherry Hill, NJ in a 4-round Jr. Middleweight bout.   Christian Molina (2-0, 1 KO) of Allentown, PA battles Josue Rivera (2-5, 2 KO's) in a 4-round Jr. Welterweight bout.   Travis Thompson (5-11-3, 3 KO's) of Pottstown, PA will box Benjamin Burgos (1-8-1) of Mount Pocono, PA in a 4-round Lightweight bout Tickets for this great night of boxing are priced at $125, $75 and $45 and can be purchased by calling Kings Boxing at 610 587-5950 or Peltz Boxing at 215 765 0922

Carridine ready for big opportunity against De Alba this Saturday at Valley Forge Casino Resort

UBF All Americas Jr. Welterweight title bout to between Nelson & Belasco to serve as co-feature to De Alba - Carradine this Saturday

VALLEY FORGE, PA (October 1, 2014)--This Saturday night at the Valley Forge Casino Resort, Jesse Carradine (8-3-2, 4 KO's) will trek all the way from Las Vegas to try to pick up the most significant win of his career when he takes on Frank De Alba (13-1-2, 5 KO's) of Reading, PA in the 8-round Jr. Lightweight main event.   The show is promoted by King's Promotions and Peltz Boxing.   Carradine has been training hard in advance of this opportunity.   "Camp has been pretty good.  I have been putting in the perennial work.  We have been working hard,"said Carridine.   Carradine has not seen a lot of De Alba but he feels he will be prepared for whatever that native of Reading, PA will bring to the table.   "I don't know much about De Alba other than he is a southpaw who loads up on his shots.  He comes forward and I will be prepared for all that."   Carridine has stepped up in the past but came up just a bit short against current IBF Featherweight champion Evgeny Gradovich, undefeated Jr. Lightweight prospect Omar Douglas and undefeated Lightweight prospect Karl Dargan.   "I believe my experience in being in those types of fights will be a big factor.  I try to face a good level of competition to make myself better.  It motivates me for this upcoming fight."   He knows that a win over the streaking De Alba will put himself in a good position in the Jr. Lightweight ranks.   "I think a win will boost me one step at a time.  I am looking to put on a good show.  I know it won't be a walk in the park, but a win will help me reclaim my status and put me back on the winning track."   The 27 year-old Carradine finished by saying, "I am feeling good, lean and mean.  I am happy for this opportunity and I want to thank King's Promotions for giving it to me."   In the 8-round co-feature, Naim Nelson (12-0, 1 KO) of Philadelphia will take on Ryan Belasco (18-6-3, 3 KO's)  of Wilmington, DE for the UBF All America's Jr. Welterweight title.   Shawn Sutton (0-2-1) of Norristown, PA will fight Anthony Prescott (3-3-2, 1 KO) of Cherry Hill, NJ in a 4-round Jr. Middleweight bout.   Christian Molina (2-0, 1 KO) of Allentown, PA battles Josue Rivera (2-5, 2 KO's) in a 4-round Jr. Welterweight bout.   Travis Thompson (5-11-3, 3 KO's) of Pottstown, PA will box Benjamin Burgos (1-8-1) of Mount Pocono, PA in a 4-round Lightweight bout Tickets for this great night of boxing are priced at $125, $75 and $45 and can be purchased by calling Kings Boxing at 610 587-5950 or Peltz Boxing at 215 765 0922

Introducing Starpower Boxing!

 

 

Cincinnati, OH (April 27, 2013) – When lifelong boxing fan and successful club promoter Michael Grace opened Starpower Boxing Management in 2013, his goal was to enhance the careers of talented fighters that have either been overlooked or misguided.

 

A self-professed boxing junkie, Grace’s personal relationships and time spent around the gyms in Cincinnati, OH helped him find a number of quality fighters that needed a push to get their careers going in the direction they expected upon turning pro. Currently, Grace has four fighters in his stable hailing from the Queen City.

 

Inactive since 2012 due to prior managerial issues, lightweight Mel “Black Diamond” Crossty is 5-0 as a professional. Many fight fans may not be aware of the soft-spoken 27-year-old yet, but those who’ve been around the sport have heard the name Mel Crossty for years. A successful amateur, Crossty is a sharp boxer who has been in training camps with Andre Ward, Devon Alexander, Sharif Bogere and Cincinnati’s very own Adrien Broner. Crossty spends time training in Cincinnati with Brandon Bush as well as Las Vegas with Floyd Mayweather Sr., who personally invited him to the famed Mayweather Boxing Gym.

 

Welterweight hopeful William “Action” Jackson brings a 10-1-1 record to the table with 5 wins by knockout. The popular 24-year-old fought all 12 of his bouts in Cincinnati, including a knockout victory over previously unbeaten Edward Ochoa, before promotional problems forced him out of action 1 ½ years ago. With Grace in his corner, Jackson will have the opportunity to get right back into the mix when he meets perennial contender Michael Clark in the main event of a card in Columbus, OH May 18.

 

As an amateur, 25-year-old super featherweight Jesse Carradine notched victories over notables Duran Caferro, Brandon Bennett, Walter Sarnoi and Archie Ray Marquez. Unfortunately, the paid ranks haven’t been as easy. A participant at the 2008 Olympic Trials, Carradine’s taken fights wherever he could find them, showcasing his skills in New Jersey, Florida, North Carolina,Georgia and Ohio. His two defeats came against top level opponents in current world champion Evgeny Gradovich and unbeaten rising star Karl Dargan. His record stands at 8-2-1 with 4 victories by knockout.

 

Rounding out the Starpower stable is 24-year-old DeVonte Allen, 4-1-1 (3 KO’s). Like his new stablemates, Allen’s had issues out of his control and hasn’t fought since July.

 

Crossty, Carradine and Allen are also slated to fight on the 18^th in Columbus.

 

“There are so many good fighters out there who don’t get a fair shake,” said Grace, whose built a close relationship with each of his boxers. Not everybody is going to be promoted the right way and get signed by Golden Boy or Top Rank off the bat. William, Mel, Jesse and DaVonte are all very good fighters. People who have been in the gym with them, and I’m talking quality fighters and top trainers, can vouch for these guys. I know what I’ve got here and I’m excited about giving these guys the opportunity they deserve while getting their careers on the right path.”

 

Starpower Boxing is a Cincinnati-based management company established by Michal Grace in 2013. Grace grew up in English Woods, a tough crime-stricken neighborhood that also produced world champion Adrien Broner, three-time Olympian Rau’shee Warren and unbeaten prospect Brandon Bennett. As a die-hard fan of the sport, Grace became a manager to further indulge his passion for boxing. As CEO of Starpower Boxing, Grace is committed to representing his fighters’ best interests to allow them to maximize their potential both in and out of the ring. For more information, please email  starpower81.mg@gmail.com.