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

NELSON, BELASCO SQUARE OFF AT FINAL PRESSER FOR OCT. 4 UBF TITLE FIGHT AT VALLEY FORGE CASINO RESORT

September 24, 2014--Valley Forge, PA-Junior welterweights Naim Nelson and Ryan Belasco are looking forward to their long-awaited showdown set for Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Valley Forge Casino Resort. At stake is the vacant Universal Boxing Federation (UBF) 140-pound title. Nelson, 24, of Philadelphia, PA, and Belasco, 30, of Wilmington, DE, had been scheduled to collide more than one year ago, but a hand injury sustained in training by Nelson canceled the match. "I'm looking forward to finally fighting Belasco," Nelson told the press last night at the Valley Forge Casino Resort. "The hand injury set me back but everything has been fine since then." Joining Nelson was his long-time trainer Rory Bussey and his new manager, Stephen Edwards, who also manages junior middleweight sensation Julian Williams. A pro since 2011, Nelson comes into this fight off an eight-round decision victory over previously unbeaten lefty Jerome Rodriguez, of Allentown, PA, last May 16 at the 2300 Arena in South Philadelphia. Last year Nelson (12-0, 1 K0) won the vacant Pennsylvania lightweight title by earning a 10-round decision over Victor Vasquez, of Philadelphia. He also has defeated Osnel Charles, of Atlantic City, NJ. Belasco (18-6-3, 3 K0s) has not boxed since Oct. 13, 2012, when he lost a 10-round decision to Rod Salka in Pittsburgh, PA. The loss to Salka snapped a four-fight win streak for Belasco, who also has defeated Tyrell Samuel, of Baltimore, MD . The only common foe is Vasquez, who was stopped in five rounds by Belasco in 2008. "I've been idle this year because my wife just had our baby and that has been slightly more important to me than fighting," Belasco joked. "I'm anxious to get back into the ring and win a title, any title. The UBF belt would be fine with me." Junior lightweight Frank Santos de Alba, of Reading, PA, proudly brought his UBF belt to the press conference. He defends Oct. 4 against Jesse Carradine, of Las Vegas, NV. "I'm up for the challenge," said De Alba, who is 13-1-2, 5 K0s. "They say Carradine is tough and he's only been stopped once, by Karl Dargan, who is a solid lightweight. I'm a natural junior lightweight, 130-pounder." Others fighters on the card in attendance included heavyweight Maurice Byarm, of Philadelphia; lightweight Travis Thompson, of Pottstown, PA; welterweight Shawn Sutton, of Norristown, PA. 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

Frankie De Alba Headlines on Saturday, October 4 at Valley Forge Casino & Resort

Naim Nelson to take on Ryan Belasco in co-feature plus Maurice Byarm taking on Mark Rideout; as well as undefeated Sultahn Staton & Christian Molina in separate bouts

Valley Forge, Pa (August  21, 2014)--On Saturday night, October 4, Boxing Promotions returns to the Valley Forge Casino Resort with a big night of boxing that will be headlined by rising Jr. Lightweight Frankie De Alba appearing in the 8-round Jr. Lightweight bout. The show is promoted by King's Boxing and Peltz Boxing. In the 8-round co-feature, undefeated Jr. Welterweight Naim Nelson will take on Delaware favorite Ryan Belasco. DeAlba of Reading, PA will compete in an 8-round bout. He has won 11 consecutive fights and is unbeaten in his last 15 that has raised his record to 13-1-2 with 5knockouts. During the streak he has defeated two undefeated fighters in Benjamin Burgos and Andrew Bentley. On November 30, he scored a thrilling 4th round stoppage over Osnel Charles. In his last bout, DeAlba scored 5th round stoppage over Pablo Batres on a body shot that took place on June 28 in Reading, PA.  That win earned DeAlba the UBF All America Super Featherweight title DeAlba's opponent will be named shortly. Nelson of Philadelphia is unblemished going 12-0 with 1 knockout.  He has faced good competition with wins over previously undefeated Korey Sloane (1-0) as well as Esteban Rodriguez (5-1-1), Victor Vasquez (15-6-1) to win the Pennsylvania State Lightweight title and in his last bout, the 24 year-old Nelson scored an 8-round unanimous decision over previously undefeated Jerome Rodriguez (6-0-3) om May 16 in Philadelphia. Belasco of Wilmington, Delaware has a record of 18-6-3 with 3 knockouts.  Like Nelson, Belasco has faced terrific competition.  He has quality wins over Vasquez (7-1), Jesus Barbosa (4-1-1) & Tyrell Samuel (14-4-1).   He also has draws with undefeated fighters Linwood Hurd and Brian Miller.  In his last bout, Belasco dropped a 10-round unanimous decision to Rod Salka (17-2) in a bout for the NABA USA Lightweight title on October 12, 2013 in Salka's hometown of Pittsburgh. A terrific undercard has been assembled as Heavyweight Maurice Byarm of Washington, DC (13-2, 9 KO's) will take on Mark Rideout (4-1-2, 1 KO) of Philadelphia part in a six round bout against an opponent to be named. In 4-round bouts: Christian Molina (2-0, 1 KO) of Allentown, PA will fight Josue Rivera (2-5, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia in a Welterweight bout. Anthony Prescott (3-3-2, 1 KO) of Cherry Hill, NJ will do battle with Shawn Sutton(0-2-1) of Norristown, PA in a Jr. Middleweight bout. Travis Thompson (5-11-3, 3 KO's) of Pottstown, PA will square off with Benjamin Burgos (1-8-1) of Mount Pocono, PA. Sultahn Staton (3-0, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will take on an opponent to be named in a 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

MEET AND GREET PLUS ROUND CARD GIRL CONTEST THIS SATURDAY AT THE VALLEY FORGE CASINO RESORT

VALLEY FORGE, PA (July 31, 2013)—This Saturday night at the Valley Forge Casino Resort, fans can meet the fighters who will be participating on big night of boxing on August 23^rd at the same venue.

The meet and Greet as well as a round card girl contest will take place at the Pool at The Valley Forge Casino beginning at 8pm.

In the main event, Naim Nelson (10-0, 1 KO) will defend the Pennsylvania Lightweight title when he takes on Ryan Belasco (18-5-3, 3 KO’s).  In the co-feature, WBA Number-13 ranked Heavyweight Travis Kauffman (24-1, 18 KO’s) will take on an opponent to be named in a bout scheduled for eight rounds.

In an eight round bout, Harry Joe Yorgey (27-2-1, 12 KO’s) takes on George Rivera (13-8-1, 4 KO’s) in a Middleweight bout.

In a six round Lightweight bout, Frankie De Alba (8-1-2, 3 KO’s) battle Osnel Charles (9-6-1, 1 KO)

In four round bouts, Kamarah Pasley (6-6, 2 KO’s) fights Lamont Capers (1-2) in a Cruiserweight bout; Undefeated Lightweights Sultahn Staton (2-0, 2 KO’s) will take on come backing Gerald Smith (3-0, 1 KO); Damon Allen (2-1, 1 KO) boxes Samuel Quinones (2-1, 1 KO); Light Heavyweight Khalib Whittmore (1-0) takes on an opponent to be announced

Tickets for this outstanding night of boxing are $125 for VIP; $75 for Ringside and $45 for General Admission and can be purchased at:

King’s Boxing
440 Elm Street
Reading, PA 19601 
610 587 5950

Villa
714 West Marshall Street
Norristown, PA
610 275 3609

Vfboxing.eventbrite.com and kingsboxing.com

CARD SET FOR TONIGHT!!! NIGHT AT VALLEY FORGE RESORT AND CASINO

YORGEY TO TAKE ON KENNEDY FOR WBF TITLE IN ANTICIPATED REMATCH WHILE FARMER AND VASQUEZ GET ITON FOR THE UBC TITLE IN A PHILADELPHIA TURF WAR

VALLEY FORGE, PA (June 15, 2013)—This Saturday night at the Valley Forge Resort and Casino, Kings Boxing Promotions presents a championship night of boxing that will feature two title bouts.

In the main event Harry Hoe Yorgey (25-2-1, 12 KO’s) of Bridgeport, PA takes on Julius Kennedy (7-5-1, 3 KO’s) of Windsor Mill, MD in a ten round fight for the WBF Jr. Middleweight title.

The co-feature will be a Philadelphia turf war that will pit Tevin Farmer (10-4-1, 1 KO) battling Victor Vasquez (16-7-1, 7 KO’s) for the UBC Inter-Continental Lightweight championship schedule for eight rounds.

In a six round Lightweight bout, Frankie De Alba (7-1-2, 3 KO’s) of Reading, PA battles Jamell Tyson (3-9-2, 1 KO) of Rochester, NY

Jeremy Stauffer (7-2-2, 6 KO’s) of Reading, PA will fight Kamarah Pasley (5-6, 2 KO’s) of Philadelphia in a six round Cruiserweight bout.

Undefeated Light Heavyweight, Todd Unthank-May (6-0, 2 KO’s) takes on Mike Wilmer (4-5, 3 KO’s) of Huntington, WV in a bout scheduled for six rounds.

Khalib Whitmore of Philadelphia makes his pro debut when takes on Lamont Capers of Hawley, PA in a four round Light Heavyweight bout.

Damon Allen (1-0, 1 KO) of Philadelphia takes on tough Travis Thompson (4-9-2, 3 KO’s) of Pottstown, PA in a four round Jr. Lightweight bout.

In a four round Featherweight bout of pro debueters, Antonio DuBose of Philadelphia boxes John Portillo of Lancaster, PA.

George Sosa (7-3, 6 KO’s) of Reading, PA will fight Jovantae Starks (6-0, 5 KO’s) of Minneapolis, MN in a six round Jr. Middleweight bout.

Tickets for this great evening cost $125 (VIP); $75 (Ringside); $45 (General Admission) and can be purchased at the following locations: www.vfboxing.eventbrite.com

HARRY JOE YORGEY TO REMATCH JULIUS KENNEDY ON SATURDAY JUNE 15TH AT THE VALLEY FORGE CASINO AND RESORT

PLUS TEVIN FARMER VERSUS VICTOR VASQUEZ IN A PHILADELPHIA LIGHTWEIGHT SHOWDOWN ON A TERRIFIC 11 BOUT CARD

VALLEY FORGE, PA (MAY 21, 2013)—On Saturday night June 15^th, Marshall Kauffman’s Kings Boxing Promotions will present a great night of boxing at the Valley Forge Casino and Resort that will be headlined by an intriguing rematch featuring local favorite Harry Joe Yorgey and Julius Kennedy in Jr. Middleweight bout scheduled for 10 rounds.

On March 15^th, Yorgey and Kennedy battled to a disputed six round split decision for which Yorgey’s hands were raised in victory.  Many in the crowd disagreed and the two will mix it up in the rematch.

Yorgey of Bridgeport, PA has a record of 26-2-1 with 12 knockouts and is looking to get back into title contention.

Yorgey was undefeated in his first twenty three bouts (22-0-1) with big wins over Ronnie Warrior Jr. (11-0-1); Jason LeHoullier (21-0-1) & Ronald Hearns (21-0) before losing to heralded Alfredo Angulo. Yorgey got back with three consecutive victories before being stopped in eight to undefeated Jermell Charlo on January 26^th in Las Vegas.  His last bout was the aforementioned draw with Kennedy.

Kennedy of Windsor Mill, Maryland has a record of 7-5-1 with three knockouts.

The thirty-three year old has quality wins over Inka Laley (3-0-1) & Aaron Pryor Jr. (12-1) as well as a draw with Jesse Nicklow (20-2-2). In his last bout, Kennedy dropped a six round unanimous decision to undefeated Alantez Fox on January 12^th.

After losing to Yorgey, Kennedy was stopped by DeCarlo Perez in five rounds on April 19^th.

In the eight round co-feature, it will be a Lightweight Philadelphia turf war between Tevin Farmer and Victor Vasquez.

Farmer of Philadelphia has a record of 10-4-1 with 1 knockout and is riding a three bout winning streak.

Farmer has quality wins over Tim Witherspoon Jr. and Tyrone Luckey and has won six of his last seven with his only blemish losing to hot prospect Jose Pedraza when he took a fight on SHO BOX on just a few days’ notice.  Farmer is coming off a four round unanimous decision over Jesus Bayron on April 26.

Vasquez of Philadelphia has a record of 16-7-1 with seven knockouts and is always in action packed fights.

Vasquez has quality wins over Thomas McCuiston (1-0), Tyric Robinson (9-4-1) and Angel Rios (9-5). The “Blood and Guts” Warrior of Philadelphia has been in many memorable scraps.  He is coming off a six round unanimous decision over Esteban Rodriguez on January 26^th at Harrahs Philadelphia. 

Frankie De Alba (7-1-2, 3 KO’s) of Bayamon, PR will take on Jamell Tyson (3-9-2, 1 KO) of Rochester, NY in a six round Lightweight bout.

In a six round Cruiserweight bout, Jeremey Stauffer of Reading, PA (7-2-2, 6 KO’s) takes on returning Kamarah Pasley (5-6, 2 KO’s) of Philadelphia, PA

Returning Lightweight Anthony Flores (9-4-1, 6 KO’s) of Philadelphia battles Ramon Ellis (4-8-2, 2 KO’s) in a six round bout.

Todd Unthank-May (6-0, 2 KO’s) will see action in a six round Light Heavyweight bout against an opponent to be named.

Jovantae Starks (6-0, 5 KO’s) of Minneapolis, MN will take part in a six round Jr. Middleweight bout against an opponent to be named.

In a four round Lightweight bout, Travis Thompson (4-9-2, 3 KO’s) of Pottstown, PA will take on an opponent to be named.

Also in a four round Lightweight bout, Damon Allen (1-0, 1 KO) of Philadelphia will take on an opponent to be named.

In a four round Featherweight bout it will be a battle of pro debuter’s as Tony DuBose will take on John Portillo.

Khalib Whitmore of Philadelphia will make his pro debut against Brian Donahue (2-4-1) of Philadelphia in a four round Light Heavyweight bout

Tickets for this great evening cost $125 (VIP); $75 (Ringside); $45 (General Admission) and can be purchased at the following locations:

Kings Promotions
440 Elm Street
Reading, PA 19601610-587-5950

Valley Forge Casino Resort
1160 1^st Ave.
King of Prussia, PA 19406610-768-3288
www.vfboxing.eventbrite.com

Empire Surplus Home Center
2741 Bernville, RD
Leesport, PA 19533610-926-0500