DERRIC ROSSY TO HEADLINE ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 14TH AT PACPLEX IN BROOKLYN. NY

BROOKLYN, NY (NOVEMBER 29, 2013)--On Saturday night,December 14th, Sal Musumeci’s Final Forum Boxing presents a big night of boxing at Pacplex in Brooklyn, New York.

In the featured bout of the evening, Heavyweight Derric Rossy will see action against an opponent to be named.

Rossy of Medford, New York has a record of 28-7 with 14 knockouts.

The 33 year-old Rossy has faced many of the top Heavyweights in the world and holds victories over the likes of Gary Bell (22-3-1), Sahnnon Miller (14-2), Edward Guitierrez (15-3), former world champion Ray Mercer (35-6-1), William Shahan (7-0), Carl Davis Drummond (26-1), Alexis Mejias (10-2), Ian Lewson (6-1-1) and Travis Walker (39-8-1).

Rossy also has faced former world title challenger Eddie Chambers twice, Alexander Dimitrenko (27-0), Kubret Pulev (11-0), Audley Harrison and he is coming off a ten round unanimous decision defeat to Fres Oquendo.

“We are excited to bring this event to Brooklyn”, said promoter Sal Musumeci.

“New York and especially Brooklyn has have a great year of boxing and I am thrilled to be doing the show there.  The state has had around 50 events this year and it will be a  great honor to work with such a great  and professional commission that is under the guidance of Melvina Lathan.”

“Also to have Derric Rossy headline this event is a great opportunity for the fans to see a Heavyweight that is hungry.  He has faced more top Heavyweights than anybody and this will kickstart his quest to become Heavyweight champion.”

A special guest at the show will be Rosie Pierri of the Real Housewives of New Jersey.

Rosie will be there in support of Fight  to K.O Malnutrition of Children.

Also seeing action will be undefeated Heavyweight Natu Vasinia.

Vasinia of Lakewood, California and of American Samoan descent has a record of 9-0 with 8 knockouts.

In a six round Cruiserweight bout, Keith Tapia (9-0, 6 KO’s) will make an appearance.

In another six round bout, popular Light Heavyweight Joe Smith Jr. (13-1, 11 KO’s) will see action.

Also signed to appear in separate four round bouts will be undefeated Cruiserweight Jay Rodriguez (2-0, 2 KO’s) of Queens, NY and former Ecuadorian Olympic Heavyweight Ytalo Perea (5-1, 3 KO’s)

All opponents will be announced shortly and two more bouts will be announced soon.

Tickets for this outstanding evening of boxing cost $125 for Ringside, $75 for reserved and $50 for general admission.  VIP Tables are available and all tickets can be purchased by going towww.finalforumboxing.com and at Pacplex

Pacplex is located at  1500 Paerdegat Ave N, Brooklyn, NY 11236

JOE SMITH JR. TO HEADLINE AT RESORTS WORLD CASINO NEW YORK CITY ON SATURDAY JUNE 29TH

QUEENS, NY (June 4, 2013)— On Saturday night, June 29th, New Legend Boxing, Old World Boxing and W.O.N Promotions will present another action packed night of professional boxing dubbed “International Fight Night“ at Resorts World Casino New York City.  The evening will afford an opportunity to up and coming athletes from the local community to showcase their skills in the ring. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with the first bout scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

In the main event, Popular Light-Heavyweight Joe Smith Jr. of Shirley, Long Island, will compete in an eight round bout. Smith 12-1, is an exciting knockout artist with eleven of his wins coming early. This will be Smith’s third consecutive appearance at Resorts World Casino New York City.

Appearing in six round bouts will be: Featherweight Rafael Vazquez (8-1, 6 KO’s) of Lindenwood, NY; Jr. Welterweight Dean Burrell (7-1, 6 KO’s) of Brooklyn, NY; and WIBA Featherweight Champion Amanda Serrano (17-1-1, 12 KO’s) of Brooklyn, NY.

In four round bouts: Super Bantamweight Ryan Ramayya (1-0-1, 1 KO) of Jamaica, Queens, NY; Super Featherweight Bryant Cruz (4-0, 4 KO’s) of Port Chester, NY; Heavyweight Adam Kownacki (5-0, 5 KO’s) of Brooklyn, NY; Cruiserweight Jay Rodriguez (0-0-1) of Queens, NY; Middleweight Shawn Cameron (5-0, 3 KO’s) of Brooklyn, NY;  Jr. Middleweight Patrick Day (3-0, 2 KO’s) of New York and rounding out the card will be pro debuting Jr. Middleweight Gary Beriguette of Brooklyn, NY.

All opponents will be named shortly

All Bouts Subject to Change

Tickets:  $50 General Admission and $125 VIP Ringside can be purchased by calling New Legend Boxing 718-487-4474 and/or logging on to www.NewLegendBoxing.com

Resorts World Casino New York City is located at:
110-00 Rockaway Blvd. 
Jamaica, NY 11420

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FRANK GALARZA TO TAKE ON JASON THOMPSON TONIGHT AT THE RESORTS WORLD CASINO IN QUEENS

PLUS WATCH MAYWEATHER – GUERRERO ON 6 LARGE SCREENS FOLLOWING 8 BOUT CARD---1^ST BOUT 6PM

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QUEENS, NY (May 4, 2013)—TONIGHT!!! at the Resorts World Casino in Queens, New Legend Boxing, Old World Boxing and W.O.N Promotions presents an eight bout that will be headlined by undefeated Bantamweight Juan Dominguez takes on Manuel de los Reyes Herrera in the ten round main event.

DOORS OPEN AT 5PM---1^ST BOUT IS AT 6PM

After the eight bout card is complete, fans will be able to watch the Floyd Mayweather – Robert Guerrero fight on six large screens that will be erected throughout the fight venue.

The exciting eight round co-feature will pit undefeated Jr. Middleweight Frank Galarza (9-0-1, 5 KO’s) of Brooklyn, NY battling Jason Thompson of New York.

Galarza has become one of the most popular prospects on the east coast.  That was evident in his last outing where he had a loud cheering section when he stopped Guillermo Ibarra on March 9^th at the Barclays Center as part of the Bernard Hopkins – Tavoris Cloud undercard.

“I am feeling pretty and ready”, said Galarza.

Despite sporting a record of 5-6-2 with four knockouts, Galarza knows that Thompson is no easy customer.

“Jason Thompson is tough.  He seems to have power so I know I need to be cautious of that”

Galarza knows that his handlers and fan base will help him as he moves forward.

“I know I have support behind me.  After I get past Thompson, I will keep moving forward and hopefully get on some more big cards.  My promoters New Legend Boxing, Old World Boxing and Old World Boxing plus my manager A.J. Galante have a good plan and that’s to stay busy”

Galante who also manages former world title challenger Delvin Rodriguez sees a similar course for Galarza.

“This fight is a great fight for Frank.  He is building a fan base”, said Galante

“Frank has been up here in Danbury, Connecticut sparring with Delvin and they share a trainer in former Heavyweight contender Fernely Feliz”

Galante expects a solid learning experience for Galarza.

“Thompson has been around and it’s good to get in with a tough veteran.  Frank looks great and he is just scratching the surface.  We expect a decisive win and move forward.  Frank will be active and we have a good team assembled”

Besides the two co-features, six other big bouts will be on the card:

Joe Smith Jr. (11-1, 11 KO’s) of Long Island takes on Hamid Abdul-Mateen (3-3-2) of Brooklyn in an eight round Light Heavyweight bout.

In a six round Super Featherweight bout, Angel Cruz (5-1, 2 KO’s) of Brooklyn battles Ray Velez (2-3, 1 KO) of Troy, NY

Bryant Cruz (3-0, 3 KO’s) of Port Chester, NY fights Michael Doyle (1-1) of Prichar, AL in a four round Super Featherweight bout

Allan Phelan (1-2, 1 KO) of New York via Ireland will box Jimmy Small (0-3) of Cincinnati, OH in a four round Featherweight bout

In a four round Super Bantamweight bout, Ryan Ramaya (1-0, 1 KO) of Queens, NY takes on Jonathan Gonzalez (0-2) of Vega Alta, Puerto Rico

Rounding out the card will see Shawn Cameron (4-0, 3 KO’s) of Brooklyn taking on Gustavo Medina (1-3) of Eloy, AZ in a four round Middleweight bout

*Following the show, fight fans will be treated to the Mayweather vs. Guerrero fight live on SHOWTIME, scheduled to be broadcast on six big screen televisions.

Tickets: $50 General Admission and $125 VIP Ringside can be purchased by calling New Legend Boxing 718-487-4474 and/or logging on to www.NewLegendBoxing.com

JUAN DOMINGUEZ HEADLINES ON SATURDAY MAY 4TH AT RESORTS WORLD CASINO NEW YORK CITY

QUEENS, NY (April 15, 2013) - On Saturday night May 4^th, Boxing returns to the beautiful Resorts World Casino New York City in Queens, New York for a great night of action promoted by New Legend Boxing, Old World Boxing and W.O.N Promotions.

In the main event, undefeated Super Bantamweight Juan “Baby Tito” Dominguez will see action in a bout scheduled for ten rounds.

Dominguez of Brooklyn, NY has a record of 13-0 with 9 knockouts and is coming off an explosive 2nd round stoppage over Geyci Lorenzo in his hometown of Santiago de los Caballeros in the Dominican Republic that took place on February 16th.  Dominguez captured the WBA Fedecaribe Super Bantamweight title with that win over Lorenzo.  Dominguez previously captured the New York State Bantamweight title with an eight round unanimous decision over Arturo Santiago on June 24, 2011.

Dominguez opponent will be named shortly.

Co-features:

Frank Galarza will take part in a Jr. Middleweight bout against Jason Thompson and Light Heavyweight Joe Smith Jr will take on Hamid Abdul-Mateen.

Galarza of Brooklyn, NY has a record of  9-0-1 with 5 knockouts and is one of the most popular fighters in the New York area due to his exciting style. In September 2012, Galarza was involved in a Fight of The Year when he and fellow undefeated Alantez Fox waged an eight round war that took place at the Resorts World Casino New York City.  In his most recent bout, Galarza scored an impressive 2^nd round knockout over Guillermo Ibarra on March 9^th that was part of the Bernard Hopkins – Tavoris Cloud undercard at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

Jason Thompson of Brooklyn, NY has a record of 5-6-2 with 4 knockouts. Thompson is a rugged, aggressive fighter who comes to fight. In Thompson’s most recent fight at the Barclays Center on October 20, 2012, Thompson fought to a six round draw, dropping up and coming prospect Boyd Melson 10-1-0 in the first round. All three judges scored the fight 56-56.

Smith is an exciting knockout artist from Shirley, Long Island, NY has a record of 11-1 with all of his wins coming early and is riding a five fight winning streak.  Smith won his first six by knockout, all within the first two rounds before being stopped by Eddie Caminero.  Since then, Smith has taken out all five opponents which includes a third round stoppage over Yasin Rashid on September 22^nd, 2012 which was at the Resorts World Casino New York City.

Mateen of Brooklyn, NY has a record of 3-3-2 and has faced some solid opposition.  Mateen has a win over Ahmed Mickens (1-0-1) and a draw with Alexander Mancera (8-4) with his only defeats coming to undefeated fighters Stivens Bujaj (2-0), Lavarn Harvell (7-0) and the highly regarded Travis Peterkin (4-0) on October 24, 2012 in New York City.

Also scheduled for a six round bout, Angel Garcia (5-1, 2 KO’s) of Brooklyn, NY will take on an opponent to be named in a Super Featherweight affair.

In four round bouts: Bryant Cruz (3-0, 3 KO’s) of Port Chester, NY will take on an opponent to be named in a Super Featherweight bout.

In a Featherweight bout, Allan Phelan (1-2, 1 KO) of New York (by way of Ireland) battles Jonathan Caban (0-4) of Queens, NY.

Ryan Ramayya (1-0, 1 KO) of Queens, NY will take on Daniel Hernandez (0-1) of Queens, NY  in a Super Bantamweight bout.

In a Junior Middleweight bout, Shawn Cameron (3-0, 2 KO’s) of Brooklyn, NY will take on Jose Angel Ortiz (4-11-1, 1 KO) from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Rounding out the card will be a ladies Super Flyweight match between Vanessa Greco (1-2) of New York and an opponent to be named.

Tickets:  $50 General Admission and $125 VIP Ringside can be purchased by calling New Legend Boxing 718-487-4474 and/or logging on to www.NewLegendBoxing.com

SMITH TAKES OUT RASHID IN THREE TO HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC NEW YORK BOXING CARD

GALARZA & FIX BATTLE TO DRAW IN FIGHT OF THE YEAR CANDIDATE; BIG WINS BY MELSON &  DOMINGUEZ   WHILE DHARRY SCORES KO.  VAZQUEZ UPSET BY COLLADO AT HISTORIC FIGHT CARD IN QUEENS

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QUEENS, NY (September 23, 2012)—On Saturday night, history was made as the first ever professional boxing event in any of the five boroughs that make up New York City inside a casino as the Resorts World Casino hosted the event promoted by New Legend Boxing, Old World Boxing and W.O.N Promotions in front of near sold out crowd.

The fight card was streamed live all over the world on www.gfl.tv and is now available on demand for just $9.99 by clicking: http://www.gfl.tv/Events/Fight/Boxing/International_Fight_Night/1667

In the main event, Light Heavyweight knockout artist, Joe Smith Jr. kept his 100% win/knockout ratio as he dropped Yasin Rashid four times en route to a third round stoppage. 

Smith of Long Island, Island knocked Rashid down in round two and three times in round three which thrilled his throngs of fans who made the trek from Long Island.  Smith is now 11-1 with all wins coming via knockout.  Rashid of Brooklyn is now 7-3.

In the memorable co-feature, it was a battle of two undefeated fighters that displayed 7-0 records as Frank Galarza fought Alantez Fox for New York State Jr. Middleweight title.  .  It was a war from the opening bell as Galarza and Fox put on a show that was fit for a time capsule as they waged battle for the who twenty-four minutes that they shared the ring.

Galarza came out drilling Fox with right hands that drew large cheers from the pro-Galarza crowd.  Fox withstood that early onslaught to give as good as he got and used his 6’3”frame and started using the jab to temporarily ward off Galarza.  Galarza continued to throw right hands but late in the fight, it was Fox’s left hooks that scored him many points and the left side of Galarza’s face swelled up to the size of a baseball. The fight drew standing ovations after each round.  The two battled and gave every ounce and left it all in the ring the fight and the fight was scored 77-75 for each man while a third tally read 76-76.

Immediately in the ring, each man was open to a rematch that would be welcomed by any boxing fan who witnessed the fight.

Good looking Super Bantamweight prospect Juan Dominguez dropped Jesus Bayron twice en route to a six round unanimous decision.  Dominguez of Brooklyn won by 59-52 scores on all cards and is now 11-0. Bayron of Puerto Rico is 5-6.

In the upset of the night, Jhovany Collado hurt previously undefeated Rafael Vazquez in round one and sent him to the canvas in round two and held on for a six round split decision. 

Each fighter took a card 57-56 while a third card read 58-55.  Collado of Queens is now 4-6-2.  Vazquez is 8-1.

Popular Boyd Melson scored a six round unanimous decision over Yolexcy Leiva in a Jr. Middleweight bout.

Melson scored a knockdown in the first round and boxed and moved throughout.  Leiva continued to pressure Melson and even scored some good shots late by Melson won by scores of 59-54, 59-54 and 58-55 and moves to 10-1.  Leiva is 5-6.

In a scheduled six round Super Featherweight bout, WBC Caribbean champion Elton Dharry landed some hard right hands and opened up a cut over the left eye of Gabriel Diaz and the fight had to be stopped and Dharry was awarded the bout via second round stoppage.

Dharry is now 10-5-1 with five knockouts.  Cruz is now 4-5-1.

In four round bouts, Angel Garcia (3-1) scored a unanimous decision over Pedro Andres (0-2) in a Jr. Lightweight bout; Micah Branch (1-2) scored a four round unanimous decision over Allan Phelen (0-2) in a Featherweight bout.  The show opened as Daniel Gonzalez (1-0, 1 KO) scored a second round stoppage over Anthony Smith in a fight that featured pro debuting Jr. Middleweights.

THE NEXT SHOW AT RESORTS WORLD CASINO IS SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY NIGHT, DECEMBER 8^TH –DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED SHORTLY

INTERNATIONAL FIGHT NIGHT LIVE TONIGHT ON GFL

QUEENS, NY (September 22, 2012)—TONIGHT!!!! An historic night of boxing will take place as the first ever professional boxing event will emanate from The Resorts World Casino in New York and it will be all streamed LIVE on www.gfl.tv

The show, which is promoted by New Legend Boxing, Old World Boxing and W.O.N Boxing promotions begins at 7pm eastern and can be purchased for just $9.99 by clicking: 

http://www.gfl.tv/Events/Fight/Boxing/International_Fight_Night/1667

In the main event, popular Light Heavyweight Joe Smith Jr. (10-1, 10 KO’s) takes on Yasin Rashin (7-2, 2 KO’s) of Brooklyn in the eight round main event.

In the co-feature, it will be a battle of undefeated Jr. Welterweight’s Frank Galarza (7-4, Ko’s) will take in former amateur standout Alantez Fox (7-0, 3 KO’s) in an eight round tussle for the New York State Title.

The nine bout card will also feature hot Super Featherweight prospect Juan Dominguez (10-0, 7 KO’s) battling battle tested Jesus Bayron (5-5, 4 KO’s)

Popular Jr. Middleweight Boyd Melson (9-1, 4 KO’s) will take on upset mined and rugged Yolexcy Leiva (5-4, 4 KO’s).

WBC Caribbean champion Elton Dharry (9-5-1, 4 KO’s) will take on Gabriel Cruz (4-4-1, 1 KO) in a six round Bantamweight affair.  

Super Featherweight Rafael Vazquez will look to stay undefeated when he battles Jhovany Collado (3-6-2, 1 KO) in a six round bout.

All that plus three more exciting bout beginning at 7pm

INTERNATIONAL FIGHT NIGHT PRESS CONFERENCE VIDEOS AND INFORMATION

QUEENS, NEW YORK (SEPTEMBER 19, 2012)—On Tuesday afternoon at the beautiful Resorts World Casino New York City, New Legend Boxing, Old World Boxing and W.O.N Boxing Promotions staged the final press conference in advance of Saturday night’s historic boxing card at the same venue.

In the main event, Joe Smith Jr. (10-1, 10 KO’s) takes on Yasin Rashid (7-2, 2 KO’s) in a eight round Light Heavyweight bout.  In the eight round co-feature, it will be a battle of two undefeated fighters as Frank Galarza (7-0, 4 KO’s) takes on Alantez Fox (7-0, 3 KO’s) in a Jr. Middleweight bout.

The show will also feature appearances from undefeated Juan Dominguez (10-0, 7 KO’s), Rafael Vazquez (8-0, 6 KO’s) and popular Jr. Middleweight Boyd Melson (9-1, 4 KO’s) on the ten bout card.

Below are videos of the press conference plus exclusive interviews with some of the fighters who were at Tuesday’s Press Conference:

CLICK ON IMAGES TO WATCH VIDEOS AND COPY EMBEDDED LINKS ON YOUR MEDIA OUTLET

PRESS CONFERENCE                                                                         

 FRANK GALARZA                                                        RAFAEL VAZQUEZ

                          

Angel Garcia                                                                     ELTON DHARRY                          

       

The fight card starts at 7pm and will be streamed live all over the world on www.gfl.tv

Full card:
8 Rnds—Light Heavyweights---Joe Smith (10-1, 10 KO’s) vs Yasin Rashid (7-2, 2 KO’s)
8 Rnds—NYS Jr. Middleweight title—Frank Galarza (7-0, 4 KO’s) vs Alantez Fox (7-0, 3 KO’s)
6 Rnds—Super Bantamweights—Juan Dominguez (10-0, 7 KO’’s) vs Jesus Bayron (5-5, 4 KO’s)
6 Rnds—Super Featherweights—Rafael Vazquez (8-0, 6 KO’s) vs Jhovany Collado (3-6-2, 1 KO)
6 Rnds—Jr. Middleweights—Boyd Melson (9-1, 4 KO’s) vs Yolexcy Leiva (5-4, 4 KO’s)
6 Rnds—Super Bantamweights—Elton Dharry (9-5-1, 4 KO’s) vs Gabriel Cruz (4-4-1, 1 KO)
4 Rnds—Featherweights—Angel Garcia (2-1, 2 KO’s) vs Pedro Andres (0-1)
4 Rnds—Featherweights—Allan Phelan (0-1) vs Micha Branch (0-1)
4 Rnds—Welterweights—Daniel Gonzalez (PD) vs Anthony Smith (PD)
4 Rnds—Jr. Welterweights—Mikkel Lespiere (1-0, 1 KO) vs TBA

Tickets are $50, $75 and $125 and can be purchased at www.newlegendboxing.com or by calling 718 487 4474 or 718 765 1860