Results from Vega Baja, Puerto Rico - 'DIRECTV Boxing Nights'

At the Moises Navedo Coliseum in Vega Baja, in the maint event, Emmanuel 'Manny' Rodriguez ( 9-0, 5 KO's ) defeated Felix 'La Ardilla' Perez ( 8-5 , 3 KO's ) by unanimous decision 

From the start, Rodriguez was able to establish the pace, connecting accurate combinations to the face and body of Pérez , who was active throughout the fight, but without success for the effective defense of Rodríguez. The judges scored 80-72, 80-72 and 78-74.

"I followed the game plan as always. Perez is strong, and has faced good prospects. I did not feel his power. In this fight I was a little more aggressive, and the results speaks for himself " said an excited 'Manny' Rodriguez.

In a thrilling encounter, Carlos 'Macho ' Lopez ( 4-1-1 , 3 KO's - 160lbs ) defeated by unanimous decision over Jonathan Garcia (3-8, 1 KO's ). The judges scored 40-36, 39-37 and 38-38

At 108 pounds and six rounds, Pedro Ortiz ( 3-2-1 ) defeated by unanimous Alexis Diaz ( 0-5-1 ) decision. The judges scored 60-54, 60-54 and 59-55 .

Milton 'El Santo' Santiago (4-0, 3 KO's - 135lbs ) won by TKO in the first round over Luis Ortiz ( 0-5 ).

At 135 pounds, Juvenal Ramos ( 1-0, 1 KO ) won by TKO in the second round over Jose Cortes (0-4).

In the heavyweights, Kevin Nunez (1-0, 1 KO ) defeated Miguel Sanchez ( 0-1 )by TKO in the third.

At 154 pounds, Jelame Garcia (1-0, 1 KO ) defeated Eduardo Torres ( 0-1 ) by TKO in the second round.

Event promoted by M & V Power Promotionns in collaboration with Fresh Boxing.

Milton 'El Santo' Santiago in action this Saturday in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico

17-year-old Pennsylvania boxer, Milton 'El Santo' Santiago ( 3-0, 2 KO - 135lbs ) of Puerto Rican descent, will be making his first professional fight in Puerto Rico,this Saturday, April, 5 at the Moises Navedo Coliseum in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico.


"I'm in excellent condition for this fight, so the fans can expect the best from me at my first professional fight in Puerto Rico", commented Milton Santiago, who turns 18-year-old on September, 15, "I'm very excited because my family and friends from Puerto Rico will be there supporting me, it will be a great night for sure". Santiago will face Luis Ortíz ( 0-4 )

Santiago is the youngest professional boxer to turn pro in the state of Pennsylvania at 17s-year-old. At the amateurs, Santiago ended up with a record of 184-12.

'El Santo' began his professional boxing career on February 7, 2014, when he defeated Moses Molina by knockout in the first round. Two weeks later ( February, 21 ), he defeated Christian Daniels by the same route in Delaware. In his last bout , Milton scored a notable victory over William Lorenzo, an opponent that despite his negative record ( 3-15 ), was able to defeated on his last fight, Julian Valerio, a former Florida State Champion via fourth-round TKO.

In the feature bout at 118 pounds, highly touted, Emmanuel 'Manny' Rodriguez (8-0, 5 KO's) will clash against, Felix 'La Ardilla' Perez ( 8-4-3 , KO's) in a 8 rounds fight.

Also in action, former Puerto Rican national Champion, Carlos 'Macho' Lopez,Jr ( 3-1-1, 3 KO's) will battle experienced fellow Boricua, Edgar Perez ( 5-8, 3 KO's ) in a 6 rounds middleweight fight.

Power Productions Press Conference Video

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  PHILADELPHIA (FEBRUARY 5, 2014)--Below is the video Tuesdays' press conference at Chickie's and Pete's in Northeast Philadelphia in advance of Friday  night's boxing event at the National Guard Armory. It will be an historic night as 17-year old Milton Santiago will make his pro debut when he takes on Moses Molina in a 4 round Jr. Welterweight bout. Other fighters slated to appear will be Anthony Flores, Frank Trader, Emanuel Folly, Sultan Staton, Angel Concepcion, Derrick Webster and Antonio DuBose. Power Productions Press Conference 020414 Tickets for this special evening of boxing cost :  $75 Ringside, $50 for Floor seats and $40 For General Admission and can be purchased by calling Power Productions at  267-584-5196; Moz at 215-500-7435 or at Ticketmaster.com

17-Year Old phenom Milton Santiago Jr. turns pro onFriday February 7th at the National Guard Armory in Philadelphia

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  PHILADELPHIA (JANUARY 28, 2014)--On Friday night, February 7th Greg Robinson's Power Productions will present a special night of professional boxing at the National Guard Armory in Northeast Philadelphia. In the special 4-round main event, 17 year-old Milton Santiago Jr. will make his anticipated pro debut against Moses Molina in a Jr. Welterweight bout. Santiago of Warminster, Pennsylvania had an amateur record of 184-12 and won a staggering 59 tournaments is ready for the occasion. "I feel great and this is a dream come true.  I believe that I am the youngest professional in Pennsylvania." Santiago has been preparing with professionals and is not worried about going into the paid ranks. "I spar with a lot of professionals," said Santiago.  "They are all grown men and I beat them up.  I feel I am very strong and I am ready to turn pro." Santiago started boxing at 5-years old and had his first fight at 8. The Junior at William Tennant High School is will have some support from the faculty from the school. "My English teach will be at the fight.  When some of my teachers found out what I do, they were happy for me and shocked.  Boxing helps a lot with school because it helps me stay focused with both studying and boxing." Santiago says he likes watching Floyd Mayweather, Andre Ward, Guillermo Rigondeaux and Felix Trinidad. He also receives a lot of moral support and advice from some of the top professionals in Philadelphia. "Hassan Young gives me good advice but I also talk with Jesse Hart, Bryant Jennings and Danny Garcia as well." Outside of the ring, Santiago is your typical kid as he enjoys playing video games with his brothers and playing sports in the neighborhood. "I have been wanting to turn pro for a while now and I can not wait until February 7th." His dad, Milton Santiago Sr. is his trainer and explains his reasons for his son get the special dispensation to turn pro. "This would have been his last year with headgear in the amateurs anyway.  After January 1st, he would have had to fight without it.", said the older Santiago. "He isn't your typical 17-year old.  He spars very well with the older professionals.  There have been promoters who told me they could not believe he is  17.  He is so relaxed in the ring.  To him it is just like unwrapping a candy bar.  In fact sometimes in the corner, he has to tell me to calm down." Santiago will fight this fight at the 140-pound eight limit but he plans to campaign as a Lightweight. The rest of the card is as follows: In an eight round Super Featherweight bout, Frank Trader (10-1, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will take on an opponent to be named. In six round bouts: Anthony Flores (9-4-1, 6 KO's) of Philadelphia battles Ramesis Gil (8-7-5, 5 KO's) of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic in a Super Featherweight bout. Denis Douglin (15-3, 9 KO's) of Marloboro, NJ battles Orlando Membreno (12-18-1, 11 KO's) of Barcelona, Spain in a Middleweight bout. Lenroy Thomas (16-3, 8 KO's) of St. Petersburg, FL will see action in an Heavyweight bout against an opponent to be named. In Four round bouts: Emanuel Folly (3-0, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will take part in a Super Bantamweight bout. Sultahn Staton (2-0, 2 KO's) of Philadelphia will compete against Mike Eroza (0-1-2) in a Lightweight bout.   Angel Concepcion (5-0) of Newark, NJ will battle Maurice Amaro (2-5, 1 KO) of Philadelphia, PA in a Light Heavyweight bout. Carlos Lopez (1-1-1, 1 KO) of Humacao, Puerto Rico will fight in a Middleweight bout. Tickets for this special evening of boxing cost :  $75 Ringside, $50 for Floor seats and $40 For General Admission and can be purchased by calling Power Productions at267-584-5196; Moz at 215-500-7435 or at Ticketmaster.com THERE WILL BE A PRESS CONFERENCE ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD AT CHICKIE'S & PETES AT 6PM ON 11000 ROOSEVELT BLVD. IN NORTHEAST PHILADELPHIA.  FOOD AND BEVERAGE WILL BE SERVED.

THOMAS “CORNFLAKE” LAMANNA & PROTÉGÉ MOSES MOLINA TO SEE ACTION ON JULY 27TH AT RESORTS IN ATLANTIC CITY

 

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (June 20, 2012)—On Friday night July 27^th at Resorts in Atlantic City, undefeated Jr. Middleweight Thomas “Cornflake” LaManna will return to the ring in a six round bout.

Also scheduled to appear on the ESPN-2 Televised card will be undefeated Lightweight Moses Molina.

In the main event, top Lightweight contender “Hammerin” Hank Lundy will take on Reymundo Beltran.

LaManna of Millville, New Jersey has a record of 8-0 with five knockouts and is coming off a six round unanimous decision over late replacement Shawn Rawley Wilson on April 27^th at Resorts.

Molina of Bridgeton, New Jersey is 1-0 with one knockout as he stopped Desi Williams in ninety-three seconds in his pro debut on January 28^th in the same Resorts ring.

What’s Ironic about the situation is the LaManna is the licensed manager of Molina.

“I am looking forward to this big night as it is exciting to be competing both inside and outside the ring on the same card”, said LaManna.

“I am totally focused on what I need to do to get my ninth victory inside the ring but also it will be a double satisfying that Moses can get a great victory and we can accomplish this on the same card in front  of a large audience”

“With a win, I am looking to get back in September and fight for the IBF World Youth championship and I am happy with my progress and I would like to thank Jimmy Burchfield for providing me this unique opportunity.”

“I would like to also thank my promoter Vincent M. Ponte and Gulfstream Promotions for his continued support in my career”

The show is promoted by Jimmy Burchfield’s CES Boxing.

Tickets for this outstanding evening are priced at $125, $120, $75 & $40 and can be purchased by calling 856-899-7372 or by contacting lamannasports@aol.com

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