Devine ready for Connor in grudge match

It is only two weeks until the Olivia Goodwin promoted “To Hell and Back show” opens up the new boxing season at York Hall with a show headlined by the grudge match between two former Southern Area Champions Michael “Chunky” Devine and Danny Cassius Connor.

Both boxers have sold plenty of tickets for a fight that will have the venue buzzing. The fight which is billed for the British Masters Lightweight title but also is a final eliminator for the Southern Area strap held by Adam Dingsdale heads a 10 fight card full of interest.

Devine says “Connor has done a lot of talking but I prefer to do my talking in the ring. Danny is in for a lot of trouble.” Connor feels differently it is all about levels and I am on a higher one. It will be shown on the night”.

Two other title fights offer chief support. George Jupp takes on Andy Harris for the British Masters Super-Featherweight strap whilst Diego Burton and Danny Brown have an eagerly awaited rematch for the Super-Middleweight version.

The controversial Ohara Davies has his third paid contest against Josh Thorne and is looking for his second consecutive knockout in a 4 round lightweight bout.

In a battle of the undefeated Ben Day (6 fights) takes on Velerijs Podojahins (2 fights). Someones ) has to go in this enthralling 6 round light-welterweight contest.

Rakeem “The Noble” Ashaye has been making good progress racking up 5 wins with 2 stoppages and has a 6 round contest against tough Kristian Dochev from Bulgaria.

Sohail “Showstar” Ahmad is 3 from 3 and looks to make  it 4 against Yorkshireman Graham Fearn.

The show sees the battle of the debutants where Ashley Hill takes on Ashley Howard at light middleweight.

Ollie Pinnock an exciting welterweight makes his debut against Vasil Vasilev (Bulgaria) whilst Heavyweight debutant David Jones takes on Moses Matovu.

Finally after an absence from the ring Karol Ozimkowski makes his return against Wales’s Jimmy White.

Tickets are available at www.goodwinpromotions.co.uk

Have a look at the press conference video here.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlYEp6QHTfM&list=UUanHXZloJnfTivuj04Uf6rQ

RICHARD COMMEY STARS IN SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER ON JULY 13TH

Steve Goodwin (Goodwin Promotions) and Olivia Goodwin (Goodwin Main Events) are planning a bumper
end of season with two Saturday night shows at York Hall in the space of two weeks.

Olivia stages her best ever card on 13th July in an event entitled 'Saturday Night Fever'.  Olivia promotes this alongside Streetwise Promotions from Ghana.

Top of the bill is Ghanaian star and IBF African champion Richard Commey (15-0, all by stoppage) against former Commonwealth featherweight champion Paul Truscott. The fight is a final eliminator for the Commonwealth lightweight title which is being contested on the same night by Derry Mathews and Tommy Coyle.

Commey says: "I have total respect for Truscott but the one I want is Derry Mathews. His manager said I was not
good on Twitter and I want to show him by beating his boy. First however I have to fight Paul who is a quality fighter and I am looking forward to the challenge."

This is the first time for many years that an African boxer has being promoted by a UK promoter and treated as the home fighter. The Goodwins alongside Michael Amoo-Bediako of Streetwise have made this happen.

Chief support is a heavyweight title bout over ten rounds for the British Masters belt where Brixton banger Ian Lewison takes on former conqueror Colin Kenna. Lewison, fresh from a controversial semi-final exit in Prizefighter,
has his first ten round contest against Kenna who in his last fight beat Lewison.

"I am going to hurt and punish Kenna," said Lewison. "The fight will be a destruction. I will be at my lightest and fastest ever. Don't blink as Kenna hits the canvas".

A third big fight sees the skilful Philip 'Quicksilver' Bowes (6-0) compete for the Masters light-welterweight crown against Joe Elfidh (7-3). Bowes is one of boxing's rising stars and Elfidh is a tough Yorkshireman who is
remembered for his fight with Scott Harrison.

Ricky Boylan competes for the International Masters Bronze title over eight rounds against an international opponent yet to be confirmed.

The card sees the return of Tom 'The Bomb' Dallas in a six round International contest. This is Dallas' first contest since signing a promotional deal with the Goodwins. Exciting light-heavyweight Miles Shinkwin (3 <<...>> -0) has his first eight round contest.

Plus, as is always the case with a Goodwin card, many more bouts to be added.

Two weeks earlier on 29th June Olivia's father Steve Goodwin stages a 13-fight card headlined by two Masters title fights.

Prizefighter finalist Hari Miles defends his British Masters cruiserweight title against 'The Emperor' Menay
Edwards. Edwards decided not to go into Prizefighter as he is opting for a career build rather than instant money in a three round format. Miles has been taunting Edwards on social networking sites after Edwards won their
first clash with Miles claiming late notice as the reason for the loss.

Edwards said: "H Bomb is one bomb that never detonates. He can't punch, has a big mouth and I will shut him
up once and for all on 29 June. He needs to go back to being a journeyman. Thats his level!"

Exciting Goodwin middleweight Lee 'The Banjo' Markham defends his British Masters middleweight title against Alistair Warren (8-4-2).  Lee is marching on a career path that will eventually lead to bigger title honours.

'The Rematch' features former British title challenger Michael Lomax against former Commonwealth champion Bradley Pryce over eight rounds. Pryce won their first encounter in Wales and Lomax wants revenge.

What could be fight of the night sees 'Smoking' Joe Mullender (4-0) take on former Southern Area champion Gary Boulden over eight rounds. This will be one all out war and not to be missed.

The undercard features the debut of former professional footballer Leon McKenzie who competes at super-middleweight and the debut of two future champions in heavyweight Dominic Akinlade and light-welterweight 'Showstar' Sohail Ahmad who has been working with Yassine el Maachi.

Another barnstormer sees Southern Area super-featherweight champion Michael 'Chunky' Devine take on the Belarusian banger Andrei Hramyka (10-6-2). Hramyka has won nine of his ten victories inside the distance and Devine is susceptible to a punch as when floored in the first round by Dan Naylor in his Southern Area title victory.

The Goodwin team brings fantastic value to small hall boxing - evenly matched bouts offering value and excitement.

Tickets are available at £100 VIP reserved ringside (including free private bar), £60 reserved ringside and £35 unreserved.

There are discounts if you buy tickets for both shows before 3rd June.
 

Tickets at www.goodwinpromotions.co.uk or 01525 851150

SENIOR GETS SOUTHERN AREA TITLE SHOT : LEWISON v McDERMOTT COULD BE ON

What has been a frustrating few months for Kent’s Leon Senior ended today with the news that he has finally got a shot at the vacant Southern Area light-heavyweight title on Olivia Goodwin’s 'Collision Course' show at York Hall on 9^th March.

 Senior had originally been matched with Margate’s Jay Morris for the vacant title only for Morris to withdraw from the bout. The Area Council then matched Senior with Andreas Evangelou for the vacant title. The fight went to purse bids which were won by the Goodwin team only for Evangelou to withdraw from the contest.

 Mickey Helliet fighters Dan Woodgate and Joe Smyth both turned down the opportunity and it was left for Danny Couzens to step forward. After some deliberation the Area Council confirmed today they will sanction the bout.

 “I would like to thank my manager Michael Amoo-Bediako and my promoters the Goodwin team for their persistence in getting me this title shot," said Senior. "I am determined to win this coveted belt."

 The Goodwin team has also won purse bids to stage John McDermott v Ian Lewison for the Southern Area heavyweight title on 5^th April at Grays, Essex. However, it is not confirmed if McDermott will take on the improving Lewison or vacate the title.

CORCORAN OUT; GRAHAM IN

Olivia Goodwin’s debut TV show on Primetime Sky 498 on Saturday looked in turmoil with the withdrawal of top of the bill Eddie Corcoran with a back injury.

This Southern Area Light Middleweight topped an exciting bill of 12 fights.

Olivia frantically spent Wednesday trying to secure a replacement and at 7pm on Wednesday night Nathan Graham stepped in.

“I am so grateful to Nathan and his manager Spencer Fearon for stepping in at late notice. To be honest this is probably an even better fight than the original bout. Nathan who has won 13 from Nathan is an all action fighter full of excitement and has fought Junior Witter, Nav Mansouri and Adil Anwar . Kris Agyei Dua has just returned from a training camp in Spain and he cannot wait.”

Olivia continued “I am so excited about the evenings boxing. With the Richard Commey v Kris Hughes and Dillian Whyte fights supporting the top of the bill it promises all action. My personal fight of the night is our own Lee Markham who takes on knockout artist “The Latvian Hammer”  Valerijs Mikaulauskas. The Latvian  has knocked out every opponent in one round and wants a fight with Kenny Anderson, George Groves or Chris Eubank. He thinks that Lee Markham is just his pathway but Lee believes he will make a statement and send the Latvian back home with a massive statement.”

Tickets for this fantastic night of boxing are available at www.goodwinmainevents.com or by calling the box office on 01525 851150.

Boxing starts at 6.15pm with tv coverage starting at 7pm. If you cannot make it to the event you can watch is (freeview) on Sky Primetime 498, Freeview HD112 or www.sportstonightlive.com

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Goodwin Promotions have signalled their ambition for the new season by securing an exclusive television deal with sports channel Primetime in association with Sports Tonight Live, BoxRec News can reveal.

Under the terms of the agreement, Goodwin Promotions’ shows will be broadcast live and exclusive on Primetime (SKY channel 498) on a free-to-air basis with a two-and-a-half to three hour time slot. Fans can also watch the action on Freeview (channel 112) or online at www.sportstonightlive.com.

The new package includes the provision of studio-based preview shows leading up to the events, featured boxer documentaries and non-televised undercard fights being screened on delay. Goodwin Promotions are aiming to bring shows to viewers approximately every six weeks.

”We are delighted to have signed this exclusive agreement which further underlines the strides that Goodwin Promotions have made in a relatively short space of time,” commented Steve Goodwin to BoxRec News, who heads up Goodwin Promotions along with his daughter Olivia running Goodwin Main Events.

”This television deal is unique for a small-hall promoter as it will provide regular opportunities for lesser established fighters to elevate their careers, whilst making them easily accessible to boxing fans as everything will be broadcast on a free-to-air basis. The latter is very important as we want the public to be able to identify with fighters more and get to know them better which is crucial to boxing’s long term future,” he added.

“The first show will be promoted by Olivia and she will make history by not only being the youngest boxing promoter in the world currently but the youngest boxing promoter ever to secure a free to air tevevision deal”.

Goodwin Promotions’ Primetime debut will commence with their bumper 20-fight show at York Hall in Bethnal Green on 15th September. The bill will feature the vacant Southern Area light-middleweight title clash between Kris Agyei-Dua and Eddie Corcoran. Also slated to appear is unbeaten Ghanaian banger Richard Commey, 12-0 (12) against former Commonwealth super-bantamweight title challenger Kris Hughes and the undercard will also feature heavyweight hopefuls Dillian Whyte and Ian Lewison in separate bouts plus many other exciting bouts.

RICHARD COMMEY AIMS TO MAKE UK FANS TAKE NOTICE

HE PROMISES 12^th KNOCKOUT IN A ROW ON 7^th JULY

Sensational African prospect Richard Commey makes his UK debut on 7^th July at York Hall Bethnal Green when he takes on former Commonwealth title challenger Kris Hughes in an 8 round bout on the Olivia Goodwin Goodwin Main Events dual title bill.

Current Champion of Ghana Commey has 11 wins all by knock out and is aiming to make in 12 from 12.

Many boxers from Ghana lack the backing to progress their careers and end up being fed as journeymen but this will not happen with Commey.

Commey is a product of the world famous Bukom area which has produced some of the most renowned African fighters such as Joshua Clottey, Ike Quartey and legendary hall of famer Azumah Nelson.

Richard was spotted by UK manager Michael Amoo-Bediako in August 2010 whilst Michael was there with his son Michael jr competing in an amateur tournament.

Michael was so impressed that he signed Richard immediately and since then Richard has gone from strength to strength culminating in winning the Ghanaian national lightweight title in December 2011.

The Streetwise team headed by Amoo-Bediako has brought Richard along with his mentor and trainer Carl Lokko to the UK to gain some valuable experience in fighting abroad. They will be based at the Pro SW gym in Loughton training alongside head trainer Archie Dublin and the Streetwise Boxers.

Richard is aiming for the Commonwealth title in the next 12 months and with Amoo-Bediako and the Goodwin promotional team behind him it will be refreshing to see this young Ghanaian have all the opportunities provided to him.

EON ‘SOLID’ WILLIAMS Vs. TONY ‘CONQUEROR’ CONQUEST Southern Area Cruiserweight Championship 7th July 2012 @

GOODWIN MAIN EVENTS: L York Hall, London

 


For Immediate Release

London - Wednesday, 13th June 2012


Former Champ Williams Ready For July 7th Title Showdown With Conquest.

After three false starts, the long awaited showdown, between former British Cruiserweight Champion Leon ‘Solid’ Williams and Southern Area Champ Tony ‘Conqueror’ Conquest, is finally set to take place, on the Olivia Goodwin promoted ‘One More Round’ event at York Hall on Saturday 7th July.

The last time this highly anticipated Clash of the Titans was due to take place was back in January, as Williams’ first defense of his British Crown, however Conquest was forced to withdraw due to a viral infection.

With Conquest out  Williams instead defended against Nottingham’s Shane McPhilbin.

For eleven rounds Williams totally dominated the proceedings, including sending McPhilbin to the canvas twice. However after just thirty seconds of the final round things took a dramatic turn, for the worse, after McPhilbin landed a powerful clubbing shot, to the back of the defending Champ’s head, which ultimately lead to the fight being stopped and a new British Champion crowned.

With no quick rematch with McPhilbin, or a shot at current British Champ Enzo Maccarinelli on the horizon, the only way Williams could get back into the Championship mix this year would be to challenge his good friend
Conquest.

A situation that wasn’t lost on the former Champ, as he made clear when he spoke briefly, following a training session at the TRAD TKO Boxing Gym, earlier. “Yeah it’s a stepping stone, I know I gave up the Southern Area
title before I beat Rob Norton and became British Champ, but it does lead to bigger and better things.

God willing, I’ll get the chance to get my Lonsdale belt back after beating Tony on the 7th.

No make that Johnny willing, Johnny, my manager Johnny Eames, will do the business side for me, I’ve just got to win.

Preparation has been very good, sparring has been the best. I’m Dereck Chisora’s main sparring partner, so that’s good experience and I learn from it all the time.

This is really going to help me with the fight. Dereck’s a very big, strong guy and after all this work Tony will feel like a lightweight in comparison - Thank you Dereck Chisora.

I’m not trashing Tony, he’s a good friend of mine and a very good boxer, but there’s no friendship when you step in the ring, you fight, and that’s what we’re going to do - fight.

Team Solid is back...and climbing the ladder to the top. Team Solid all day, every Day...Yeah.”

Leon ‘Solid’ Williams versus Tony ‘Conqueror’ Conquest  for the Southern Area Cruiserweight title co-headlines Olivia Goodwin’s ‘One More Round’ event at York Hall in Bethnal Green, London on Saturday 7th July 2012.

Tickets, priced £60 (Ringside) and £35 (Standard Seated), for Leon Williams vs. Tony Conquest are available on-line now at www.tkoboxoffice.com - tickets are also be available direct from Leon Williams or the TRAD TKO Boxing Gym, Gillian House, Stephenson Street, Canning Town, London E16 4SA.