The Witherspoon Family and Legacy will be on displaythis Saturday night at Riverwinds in West Deptford, NJ

West Deptford, New Jersey (July 10, 2014)--On October 30, 1979, Tim Witherspoon scored a 1st round knockout over Joe Adams in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania.  Witherspoon went on to fight a memorable battle with Larry Holmes and then go on to become a two-ime Heavyweight champion of the world.       Witherspoon's legacy still is going strong today as his cousin Chazz Witherspoonand some Tim Jr. both have carved out solid professional careers of their own.       Both Chazz and Tim Jr. will be in the ring this Saturday night at Riverwinds in West Deptford, NJ when Silver Spoon Promotions makes its promotional debut.       Chazz (30-3, 22 KO's) takes on Tyabb Beale (9-4-1, 3 KO's) in the eight round Heavyweight main event while Tim Jr. (10-4-1, 2 KO's) takes on Jeff Lentz (3-0, 1 KO) in a 6-round Welterweight co-feature.       When asked about this special event and being able to fight on the same card as his cousin, Chazz Witherspoon said, "It is a great opportunity for the Legacy of the Witherspoon's to continue.  Big Tim is helping Tim Jr. out and fans will be able to see all of us on Saturday.  I am looking forward to being able to share the card with Tim Jr. and have Tim Sr. in attendance."       "I am looking forward to fighting on the same card as Chazz,"  Said Tim Witherspoon Jr.       "I couldn't do this without my father and it is a good opportunity for our family.  One thing I always wanted to do is fight on the same card as my dad.  He was just finishing up as I was starting so this is the next best thing."       "I have been focusing on my own fight and I am looking forward to getting back in the ring as I have been off since January.  I know Jeff Lentz is coming to win.  He may be undefeated but he knows he is the underdog.  I know he has a true warrior spirit and It will be a competitive fight.  I am looking to put on a good show for the fans and I hope everyone has a good time." Finished Tim Jr., who is trained by his uncle Steve Witherspoon.   In Four round bouts: Kevin Womack Jr. (4-5-1, 2 KO's) takes on Anthony Prescott (3-3-1, 1 KO) of Cherry Hill, New Jersey in a Welterweight bout. Welterweight Nick Valiere of Forked River, New Jersey will make his pro debut when he takes on Jamil Gadsden (0-5) of Brighten, NJ.       Middleweight Matthew Gonzalez of Vineland, NJ will make his pro debut againstRafael Machado (0-1) of Philadelphia Louis Cream (3-0) of Camden, NJ will fight Malik Jackson (0-3-3) of Newark, NJ in a Jr. Middleweight bout.        Tickets are on sale now for $105 (ringside), $65 (Reserved) and $45 (General Admission) and can be purchased at Riverwinds Community Center (856-251-0990), Big Spoon (856-472-0443), Peltz Boxing (215-765-0922) and Don's Barber Shop(856-423-2800)

Silver Spoon Promotions Promotional Video for this Saturday night at Riverwinds in West Deptford, NJ

West Deptford, New Jersey (July 9, 2014)--THIS SATURDAY, July 12, Heavyweight contender, Chazz "The Gentleman" Witherspoon returns to the ring after a two-year absence when he takes part in an 8-round bout against Tyabb Beale(9-4-1, 3 KO's) of Newark, NJ at the Riverwinds Community Center in West Deptford, New Jersey.         The show is promoted by Witherspoon's Silver Spoon Promotions.     Witherspoon (30-3, 22 KO's) of nearby Paulsboro, New Jersey gets back in the ring after a two year absence.       Media outlets my Copy/Paste the embedded code on their websites.   Silver Spoon Promotions Promotional Video         In six round bouts:       Tim Witherspoon Jr. (10-4-1, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will battle undefeated Jeff Lentz (3-0, 1 KO) of Lanoka Harbor, NJ in a Welterweight battle.       In Four round bouts:     Kevin Womack Jr. (4-5-1, 2 KO's) takes on Anthony Prescott (3-3-1, 1 KO) of Cherry Hill, New Jersey in a Welterweight bout.     Welterweight Nick Valiere of Forked River, New Jersey will make his pro debut when he takes on Jamil Gadsden (0-5) of Brighten, NJ.       Middleweight Matthew Gonzalez of Vineland, NJ will make his pro debut against Rafael Machado (0-1) of Philadelphia Louis Cream (3-0) of Camden, NJ will fight Malik Jackson (0-3-3) of Newark, NJ in a Jr. Middleweight bout.        Tickets are on sale now for $105 (ringside), $65 (Reserved) and $45 (General Admission) and can be purchased at Riverwinds Community Center (856-251-0990), Big Spoon (856-472-0443), Peltz Boxing (215-765-0922) and Don's Barber Shop(856-423-2800)

Chazz Witherspoon talks about his return THIS SATURDAY at Riverwinds in West Deptford, NJ

West Deptford, New Jersey (July 7, 2014)--THIS SATURDAY, July 12, Heavyweight contender, Chazz "The Gentleman" Witherspoon returns to the ring after a two-year absence when he takes part in an 8-round bout against Tyabb Beale(9-4-1, 3 KO's) of Newark, NJ at the Riverwinds Community Center in West Deptford, New Jersey.     The show is promoted by Witherspoon's Silver Spoon Promotions. Witherspoon (30-3, 22 KO's) of nearby Paulsboro, New Jersey gets back in the ring after a two year absence.   Media outlets my Copy/Paste the embedded code on their websites.   Chazz Witherspoon        In six round bouts:   Jr. Middleweight Louis Cream (3-0) of Camden, NJ will fight Ismael Garcia (6-0, 3 KO's) of Vineland, NJ in a battle of undefeated Jr. Middleweights. Tim Witherspoon Jr. (10-4-1, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will battle undefeated Jeff Lentz (3-0, 1 KO) of Lanoka Harbor, NJ in a Welterweight battle. In Four round bouts: Kevin Womack Jr. (4-5-1, 2 KO's) takes on Anthony Prescott (3-3-1, 1 KO) of Cherry Hill, New Jersey in a Welterweight bout. Welterweight Nick Valiere of Forked River, New Jersey will make his pro debut when he takes on Jamil Gadsden (0-5) of Brighten, NJ.   Jr. Middleweight Pat Kehoe (1-1) of Reading, PA will take on Malik Jackson (0-3-3) of Newark, NJ.   Middleweight Matthew Gonzalez of Vineland, NJ will make his pro debut against an opponent to be named. Tickets are on sale now for $105 (ringside), $65 (Reserved) and $45 (General Admission) and can be purchased at Riverwinds Community Center (856-251-0990), Big Spoon (856-472-0443), Peltz Boxing (215-765-0922) and Don's Barber Shop(856-423-2800)

Heavyweight contender Chazz "Witherspoon to take on Tyabb Beale at the Riverwinds Community Center on Saturday, July 12

PLUS Undefeated local favorite Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna in the co-feature as well as special bout between undefeated fighters Ismael Garcia and Louis Cream

For Immediate Release West Deptford, New Jersey (June 20, 2014)--On Saturday, July 12, Heavyweight contender, Chazz "The Gentleman" Witherspoon returns to the ring after a two-year absence when he takes on Tyabb Beale  in an 8-round bout at the Riverwinds Community Center in West Deptford, New Jersey.    The show is promoted by Witherspoon's Silver Spoon Promotions. Beale of Newark, New Jersey has a record of 9-4-1 with three knockouts and is 7-1-1 over his last nine bouts.   Beale has been a pro since 2007 and has victories over Nate James (6-1) and Aaron Kinch (4-0-1).   He is coming off a 2nd round stoppage defeat to top undefeated prospect Charles Martin on March 1st.   "I take Tyyab Beale very serious as an opponent, and that is the same way I feel about all my opponents," Said Witherspoon. "He's a big strong guy that weigh's about 245 pounds, and from what I've seen of him he has a particular skill set that he brings to the table. I know I am the most experienced person that he has faced thus far in the ring, and I will look to utilize that to my advantage."  "I believe it's going to be an exciting action packed fight.  I feel great after the long layoff, and even though I haven't been fighting regularly, I've still been in the gym the whole time."  "I actually believe that I am returning to the ring stronger, faster, & smarter than I was before I had the layoff," Finished Witherspoon.    In the six-round co-feature, undefeated Middleweight Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna of Millville, NJ will take on Zain Shah (5-3, 3 KO's) of Centerville, VA in a Middleweight bout. In six round bouts:   Jr. Middleweight Louis Cream (3-0) of Camden, NJ will fight Ismael Garcia (6-0, 3 KO's) of Vineland, NJ in a battle of undefeated Jr. Middleweights. Tim Witherspoon Jr. (10-4-1, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will battle undefeated Jeff Lentz (3-0, 1 KO) of Lanoka Harbor, NJ in a Welterweight battle. In Four round bouts: Kevin Womack Jr. (4-5-1, 2 KO's) takes on Anthony Prescott (3-3-1, 1 KO) of Cherry Hill, New Jersey in a Welterweight bout. Pro debuter's in Lightweight Steven Ortiz of Philadelphia and Welterweight Nick Valiere of Forked River, New Jersey will participate in 4-round bouts. Tickets are on sale now for $105 (ringside), $65 (Reserved) and $45 (General Admission) and can be purchased at Riverwinds Community Center (856-251-0990), Big Spoon (856-472-0443) and Don's Barber Shop (856-423-2800)

Heavyweight contender Chazz "The Gentleman" Witherspoon returns at the Riverwinds Community Center on Saturday, July 12

PLUS Undefeated local favorite Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna in the co-feature as well as special bout between undefeated fighters Ismael Garcia and Louis Cream

For Immediate Release West Deptford, New Jersey (June 16, 2014)--On Saturday, July 12, Heavyweight contender, Chazz "The Gentleman" Witherspoon returns to the ring after a two-year absence when he takes part in an 8-round bout at the Riverwinds Community Center in West Deptford, New Jersey.  The show is promoted by Witherspoon's Silver Spoon Promotions. Witherspoon (30-3, 22 KO's) of nearby Paulsboro, New Jersey established himself as one of the top American Heavyweights as the St. Joseph's University graduate won his first twenty-three bouts with wins over the likes of Michael Alexander (11-0), Talmadge Griffis (24-6-3), Jonathan Haggler (18-1) before suffering his 1st defeat to future two-time world title challenger Chris Arreola via controversial disqualification. Witherspoon went on to win three win a row, which was highlighted by an entertaining 8th round stoppage over Adam "The Swamp Donkey" Richards (21-1).  That fight was voted Ring Magazine's 2008 Heavyweight Fight of the Year.  Witherspoon then dropped a fight to future two-time world title challenger Tony Thompson. Witherspoon went on to score 4-consecutive knockouts which included a devastating 3rd-round destruction over Tyson Cobb (14-2). Witherspoon is looking to get back into the win column and facilitate his championship run following his 3rd-round stoppage defeat to then-undefeated prospect Seth Mitchell on April 28, 2012 in a bout where Witherspoon had Mitchell badly hurt in several occasions. "I feel good and rejuvenated after the layoff," said Witherspoon. "I haven't been out this long because I wanted to.  I had several fights fall through, so I decided to start my own company and do my own shows and I can't wait until July 12 to put on a great event not far from where I live," said Witherspoon. Witherspoon's opponent will be named shortly. In the six-round co-feature, undefeated Middleweight Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna will be back in action. LaManna of Millville, New Jersey has a record of 14-0 with 7 knockouts has been raising the level of competition and has past each test with flying colors. LaManna is coming off a solid performance when he scored a 8-round unanimous decision over Ashandi Gibbs on April 12 in Atlantic City. Lamanna's opponent will be announced. In six round bouts: Jr. Middleweight Louis Cream (3-0) of Camden, NJ will fight Ismael Garcia (6-0, 3 KO's) of Vineland, NJ in a battle of undefeated Jr. Middleweights. Tim Witherspoon Jr. (10-4-1, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will battle undefeated Jeff Lentz (3-0, 1 KO) of Lanoka Harbor, NJ in a Welterweight battle. In Four round bouts: Kevin Womack Jr. (4-5-1, 2 KO's) takes on Anthony Prescott (3-3-1, 1 KO) of Cherry Hill, New Jersey in a Welterweight bout. Pro debuter's in Lightweight Steven Ortiz of Philadelphia and Welterweight Nick Valiere of Forked River, New Jersey will participate in 4-round bouts. Tickets are on sale now for $105 (ringside), $65 (Reserved) and $45 (General Admission) and can be purchased at Riverwinds Community Center (856-251-0990), Big Spoon (856-472-0443) and Don's Barber Shop (856-423-2800)

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