DVD of Jimmy Lange Boxing November 15, 2014 Card Now Available

Jimmy Lange Boxing DVD - $12 November 15, 2014 - Patriot Center Purchase a DVD of the Jimmy Lange Boxing Show (November 15, 2014 - Patriot Center) featuring the Beltway Boxing Fight of the Year candidate Main Event rematch between Jimmy  Lange and Tony Jeter, the action-packed Co-Main title defense by World Champion Tori Nelson against Victoria Cisneros, plus an all-star undercard featuring Thomas Brown vs. Jonathan Reid, Seth Billups vs. Sean Lockhart, Jess Noriega vs. Devar Ferhadi, Mike Balogun vs. Percy Womack, and Ray Terry vs. Kevin Bartlett.  DVD includes three hours of professional boxing footage with commentary and fight analysis provided by Gary "Digital" Williams, "The Fight Doctor" Jerome Spears and middleweight contender "Lightning" Harry Joe Yorgey. To order your copy for $12, contact Brian Bishop at 703.533.4830 or at brian.bishop@aboutsage.com.

Jeter Defeats Lange to Win NABA USA Championship; Nelson Retains WIBA Belt in Dominating Affair

 
Fairfax, VA – Two years since their first rough-and-tumble affair that saw Tony Jeter upset Jimmy Lange in a controversial decision, the Maryland-based boxer once again defeated the popular Northern Virginia fan favorite in front of the Patriot Center crowd, earning a majority decision along with the North American Boxing Association’s USA middleweight belt. From the opening bell, the two ring warriors slugged it out for ten rounds, treating fans to another competitive battle But, it was once again Jeter, currently 17^th rated by the World Boxing Council, using a steady stream of effective upper cuts, body punches and aggressive pursuit of Lange that helped him earn the victory.
 
In the Co-Main Event, Women’s International Boxing Association (WIBA) champion and local fan favorite, Tori Nelson, made her fourth successful WIBA title defense, besting Victoria Cisneros in a highly-entertaining affair that saw both fighters go toe-to-toe. While it took all ten rounds, and Cisneros put up a spirited defense, especially in the final round, Nelson swept all three judges’ cards to score a perfect victory.
 
Making his fourth Patriot Center appearance, former WBA Middleweight challenger Jonathan Reid met his match with Thomas Brown in a special attraction bout. The fight went the six-round distance, with Brown outpointing Reid, a Lange teammate from season one of “The Contender” series, to capture the unanimous decision.
 
Local, rising star Seth Billups put on a crowd-pleasing performance using an effective jab and impressive array of skills to defeat last-minute replacement Sean Lockhart by TKO.  After knocking down Lockhart in the first and second rounds, Billups kept the pressure going into the third before the referee stepped in and ended the contest.
 
Underdog Jess Noriega began quickly, taking the fight to Devar Ferhadi in the evening's third bout. The contest went back and forth for two rounds, while Ferhadi battered Noriega during the third round with some crushing body blows that led to a late-round knockdown. The bout ended when Noriega failed to answer the fourth round bell.
 
Former Washington Redskins linebacker Mike Balogun earned his second win by overwhelming pro-debuting Percy Womack. Womack tasted canvas early in the first round, before going down again and not making the 10-count to end the bout against the athletic Balogun who started boxing six months ago.
 
The first bout of the evening did not last long as Ray Terry knocked down Kevin Bartlett three times in the first round before referee Joe Cooper had seen enough and stopped the bout.
 
Results From 11/15/14 Patriot Center Boxing Card
 
Main Event – NABA USA Championship (vacant) 

10 Rounds Middleweight - Tony Jeter (18-4-1, 12 KOs) from Columbia, MD, defeated Jimmy Lange (38-6-2, 25 KOs) from Great Falls, VA, by MD (95-95, 97-93, 99-91)
 
Co-Main Event – Women’s Boxing International Association (WIBA) Championship

10 Rounds Welterweight - Tori Nelson (13-0-1, 3 KOs) from Ashburn, VA, defeated Victoria Cisneros (11-17-2, 4 KOs) from Albuquerque, NM, by UD (100-90 x 3)
 
6 Rounds Super Middleweight – Thomas Brown (16-4-2, 10 KOs) from York, SC, defeated Jonathan Reid (35-16, 9 KOs) from Nashville, TN, by UD (60-51, 60-54, 60-54.)

 
4 Rounds Jr. Welterweight – Seth Billups (5-0, 4 KOs) from Ashburn, VA, defeated Sean Lockhart (5-25-2, 2 KOs) from Columbia, SC, by TKO at 2:04 in round 3.

 
4 Rounds Super Middleweight - Devar Ferhadi (4-0, 3 KOs) from Frederick, MD, defeated Jess Noriega (3-12, 4 KOs) from Roanoke, VA, when Noriega’s corner stopped the fight after the third round.

 
4 Rounds Heavyweight – Mike Balogun (2-0, 2 KO) from Upper Marlboro, MD, defeated Percy Womack (0-1) from Danville, VA, by KO at 1:20 in round 1.

 
4 Rounds Super Middleweight – Ray Terry (2-0, 2 KOs) from Lynchburg, VA, defeated Kevin Bartlett (0-5) from Eden, NC, by TK0 at 2:10 in round 1.
 

News and Notes for Jimmy Lange Boxing Card - Nov. 15 at Patriot Center

Jimmy Lange Boxing  November 15 Updates Justin Johnson Replaces Yurii Polischuk in Juan Rodriguez Bout In an update to the eight-bout card, Yurii Polischuk has pulled out of his six-round bout with Juan Rodriguez after injuring his right hand.  Justin Johnson (6-6-4) of Pittsburgh, PA to has stepped in as his replacement. Brion’s Grill Hosts Official Weigh-in and After Party Conveniently located across the street from the Patriot Center, the popular sports bar and restaurant, Brion’s Grille (brionsgrille.com, 10621 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032) will host the official weigh-in on Friday at Noon and welcome all fight fans to return to the Official After Party.  Brion’s offers a wonderful $9.49 all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, a perfect way to start the Fight Night weekend. Play That Funky Music… Tripps Run Pre-Fight Performance on Patriot Center Concourse The McLean area band, Tripps Run, will provide some musical entertainment Saturday night on the concourse for fans arriving to the event.  The group plays rock, punk, metal, grunge and jazz.  Members are Joe Miller (Guitar/Vocals), Leo Grandinetti (Guitar/Vocals) Jared Jacknow (Drums) and Ray Clardy (Bass). Sergey Kovalev Fact Did you know that Unified Light Heavyweight Champion Sergey Kovalev, who just defeated Bernard Hopkins last week, fought on a Jimmy Lange Boxing show? The Russian Champ earned his sixth victory with an impressive second-round KO against Francois Ambang on March 6, 2010 at the Patriot Center. Special Thanks to Jeff Valcourt and Valcourt Building Services Continued thanks to the area’s number one boxing fan and supporter Jeff Valcourt andValcourt Building Services for once again serving as the title sponsor of Jimmy Lange boxing. Jimmy Lange Boxing Merchandise Look for the new 2015 Jimmy Lange Boxing Calendar,Water Bottles and Hoodies at the Patriot Center. Media Credentials Working media interested in covering the event should send their request to Brian Bishop at brian.bishop@aboutsage.com / 202-468-8400 mobile. No freelancers. November 15th Lineup: Main Event – NABA USA Championship (vacant) 10 Rounds Middleweight - Jimmy Lange vs. Tony Jeter Co-Main Event – Women’s Boxing International Association (WIBA) Championship 10 Rounds Welterweight - Tori Nelson (Champion) vs. Victoria Cisneros 6 Rounds Jr. Welterweight Juan Rodriguez vs. Justin Johnson 6 Rounds Jr. Welterweight – Seth Billups vs. Travis Thompson 4 Rounds Super Middleweight - Devar Ferhadi vs. Jess Noriega 4 Rounds Heavyweight – Mike Balogun vs. Percy Womack 6 Rounds Super Middleweight – Thomas Brown vs. Jonathan Reid 4 Rounds Super Middleweight – Ray Terry vs. Kevin Bartlett Doors will open at 6:00 pm, with the first fight scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm. "Lange-Jeter 2: The Rematch" is presented by Jeff Valcourt and Valcourt Building Services. Tickets, priced at $50, $75, $125, $250 and $500 (plus applicable service charges), can be purchased through all Ticketmaster outlets, including the Patriot Center box office, online at www.ticketmaster.com/ and via Phonecharge at 1-800-745-3000. Information: www.Facebook.com/JimmyLangeBoxing Use the hashtag #langejeter2 to contribute to the discussion on Twitter Follow the Fighters on Social Media: Jimmy Lange - Twitter:  @boxerjimmylange Tony “Mo Better” Jeter - Twitter:  @tonybpromo  Instagram:  @tonyjeter Tori “Sho-Nuff” Nelson Jonathan Reid Mike Balogun Seth Billups Devar Ferhadi Jess Noriega

Q&A with Heavyweight Boxer Mike Balogun

Jimmy Lange Boxing - Nov. 15 - Patriot Center

We recently sat down with Mike Balogun, current heavyweight boxer and former NFL linebacker. The Upper Marlboro, MD-native recently made his pro debut, scoring a second round TKO last month after picking up the sport six months ago. The 6', 240-pound Balogun was a standout linebacker at the University of Oklahoma before spending three years (2010 to 2012) playing professionally for various NFL teams including the Redskins practice squad. He will face pro debuting Percy Womack on the Jimmy Lange Boxing card Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Patriot Center. What was the transition from football to boxing like? MB: The transition was smooth; athletically it was easy. The process of learning has been hard. I’m getting brought up to speed; it’s been a tough learning process. Working with (trainer) Zeke (Thompson) has been great. I owe all to him on how far I’ve come in a short period of time. Do you know Seth Mitchell, another former football star from Maryland who became a professional boxer? MB: I know him a little bit since we have similar situations. His cousin played my team in high school, but other than that I just know that our situations in terms of football to boxing are similar. What skills translate best? MB: Athleticism.  If you’re a great athlete that puts you ahead of the game. Your ability to learn is key. Coming from football, it’s been easier. Watching film has been key. Football is dangerous. In boxing you’re limited who you can fight based on weight classes. In football it doesn’t matter, there are no weight classes. Football trumps boxing in athleticism. Are they any similarities in the training regiment? MB: Guys who come from the football life and training, if you can transition the work ethic you should be ok. Every aspect of football I transferred over. I just had to start learning the sport of boxing as opposed to starting from scratch athletically. What are some of your best memories from your time with the Redskins? MB: I spent six games with the Redskins (during 2002 season) Great times and a great experience. Mike Shanahan was a great coach; he loved his players. Everybody had good energy, just a slow season. Great stint. I appreciated it and the opportunity, along with all the other teams I played for during my career (49ers, Colts, Cowboys and Bills). Jimmy Lange Boxing – Saturday, Nov. 15 at Patriot Center Doors will open at 6:00 pm, with the first fight scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm. "Lange-Jeter 2: The Rematch" is presented by Jeff Valcourt and Valcourt Building Services. Tickets, priced at $50, $75, $125, $250 and $500 (plus applicable service charges), can be purchased through all Ticketmaster outlets, including the Patriot Center box office, online at www.ticketmaster.com/ and via Phonecharge at 1-800-745-3000. Information: www.Facebook.com/JimmyLangeBoxing Use the hashtag #langejeter2 to contribute to the discussion on Twitter Follow the Fighters on Social Media: Jimmy Lange - Twitter:  @boxerjimmylange Tony “Mo Better” Jeter - Twitter:  @tonybpromo  Instagram:  @tonyjeter Tori “Sho-Nuff” Nelson Mike Balogun Jonathan Reid Seth Billups Devar Ferhadi Jess Noriega #1 - 4 Rounds – Super Middleweight - Kevin Bartlett vs. Ray Terry #2 – 6 Rounds – Super Middleweight - Thomas Brown vs. Jonathan Reid #3 – 4 Rounds – Heavyweight  - Percy Womack vs. Mike Balogun #4 – 4 Rounds – Super Middleweight - Devar Ferhadi vs. Jess Noreiga #5 – 6 Rounds – Jr. Welterweight - Seth Billups vs. Travis Thompson #6 – 6 Rounds – Jr. Welterweight – Justin Johnson vs. Juan Rodriguez Co-Main Event – WIBA Welterweight Title #7 – 10 Rounds (2:00) – Welterweight - Tori Nelson vs. Victoria Cisneros Main Event – NABA USA Middleweight Title #8 – 10 Round – Middleweight - Tony Jeter vs. Jimmy Lange Bouts subject to change

World Champion Tori Nelson to Defend Title against Victoria Cisneros, Former Redskins LB Mike Balogun Added to Nov. 15 Jimmy Lange Boxing Card

Fairfax, VA --- With less than three weeks to go before its November 15^th card at the Patriot Center, Jimmy Lange Boxing officials announced the following updates:

Undefeated world champion Tori “Sho-Nuff” Nelson (11-0-1, 3 KOs), will defend her Women’s International Boxing Association (WIBA) Welterweight title against Victoria Cisneros (11-16-2, 4 KOs) of Albuquerque, NM in the 10-round Co-Main Event.  Nelson is coming off a tough split-decision win against Australian Arlene Blencowe on September 27, 2014 in Annandale, VA.  The popular Ashburn, VA fighter captured the WIBA belt by defeating Vashon Living at the Patriot Center in 2012, her second bout at the George Mason University facility. Cisneros is coming off two straight losses. However, both were world title bouts against impressive competition:  an 8-round TKO to Chevelle Hallback for the vacant World Boxing Federation female welterweight title on August 22, 2014 and a unanimous decision for Rola El Halabi for three light welterweight belts - vacant WIBA, World Boxing Federation (WBF) and vacant Universal Boxing Federation (UBF) on May 10, 2014.

Upper Marlboro, MD native Mike Balogun (1-0, 1 KOs), a former NFL linebacker who spent time on the Washington Redskins practice squad, as well as stints with the Dallas Cowboys, Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers and Indianapolis Colts between 2010 and 2012, will compete in a 4-round heavyweight contest (opponent TBD). A University of Oklahoma Sooner defensive standout who started boxing six months ago, Balogun scored an impressive 2^nd-round TKO over Maurice Womack in his professional debut on October 23, 2014 in Washington, D.C.

Thomas Brown (15-4-2, 9 KOs) of Rock Hill, SC will replace Ronald Hearns in a six-round bout against former middleweight Jonathan Reid (35-15, 9 KOs) who was a teammate of Lange’s on the first season of The Contender  reality TV show.

Todd “White Lightning” Wilson (16-0, 5 KOs) suffered an ankle injury in training camp this week and will not be able to compete. Additionally, former world champion DeMarcus “Chop Chop” Corley is no longer on the card because an opponent could not be secured.

Doors will open at 6:00 pm, with the first fight scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm. "Lange-Jeter 2: The Rematch" is presented by Jeff Valcourt and Valcourt Building Services.

Tickets, priced at $50, $75, $125, $250 and $500 (plus applicable service charges), can be purchased through all Ticketmaster outlets, including the Patriot Center box office, online at www.ticketmaster.com/ and via Phonecharge at 1-800-745-3000.