Devaun Lee to battle Obafemi Bakari in battle of unbeaten's Tonight at Resorts World New York

Bryant Cruz to battle Engelberto Valenzuela in main event plus undefeated Chris Galeano & Jose Miguel De La Rosa QUEENS, NY (November 20, 2014) - This Friday night, November 21 at Resorts World Casino New York City, New Legend Boxing returns with a packed night of boxing that will showcase a 4-round Middleweight bout between DeVaun Lee and Obafemi Bakari.   In the main event, Bryant "Pee Wee" Cruz (12-0, 6 KO's) of Port Chester, New York will risk his undefeated record when he takes on Engleberto Valenzuelä (9-3, 3 KO's) of Mexico in a Super Featherweight bout scheduled for 8 rounds. Lee of Jamaica, Queens, New York is very focused on the bout with the undefeated Bakari.   "Training has been real good,"said the 27 year-old Lee, who is coming off a 4-round unanimous decision over Troy Artis on September 20 at the Resorts World Casino.    "I know my opponent was pretty good amateur and he won won his only pro bout."   Fighting in his home borough suits Lee very well as this will be his 3rd appearance at the Resorts World Casino New York City.   "I enjoy fighting at home.  I am very comfortable.  There is nothing like fighting in your home neighborhood because everybody comes out to support.  On Saturday night, I am looking to make the biggest statement I can.  I am so happy to be fighting for Felipe Gomez.  With him, I was a two-time New York Golden Gloves finalist."   "I can not wait to fight on Friday night," said the boxer who is known as "Unique."    "All my fans will be chanting "YAS", which stands for Young All Star."    In a Ten round Bout: Jonathan Maicelo (21-1, 12 KO's) of North Bergen, NJ takes on former Lightweight champion Hector Velasquez (56-23-3, 38 KO's) of Tijuana, Mexico in a Lightweight bout. In six round bouts:    Treysean Wiggins (4-1, 4 KO's) of Newburgh, NY will battle battle tested Jason Thompson (5-7-4, 4 KO's) of New York in a Welterweight fight.   In a Jr. Welterweight bout, Chris Galeano (4-0) of Bronx, NY will take on Villi Bello(1-0) of San Pedro de Macrois, DR   Allan Phelan (6-2, 4 KO's) of New York via Ireland will look for his 7th consecutive win when he takes on Angel Albelo (4-7-2, 1 KO) of Kissimee, Florida in a Super Featherweight clash.   In four round bouts:     Jose Miguel De La Rosa (1-0, 1 KO) of Queens, NY will fight Mack Babb (0-4) of Brooklyn, NY in a Welterweight bout.   In a Jr. Middleweight bout, Renan Ruiz (4-1, 3 KO's) of Brooklyn, NY will square off with Ismael Aulet (1-3) of Puerto Rico.   Former Irish Amateur standout Noel Murphy will make his pro debut againstAnthony Smith (1-3) of Brooklyn in a Welterweight bout.   New Legend Boxing has tickets available, priced at General Admission $50, Reserved Seating $75, Ringside $125 and Ringside VIP $150 may be purchased by online at www.NewLegendBoxing.com or by calling (718) 487-4474.   Resorts World Casino New York City is located 110-00 Rockaway Blvd. Jamaica, N.Y. 11420. Doors open at 6:30 PM, first fight starts at 7:30 PM.   New Legend Boxing Info@NewLegendBoxing.com (718) 487-4474

Bryant Cruz ready for Engelberto Valenzuela this Friday night at Resorts World Casino New York City in Queens

QUEENS, NY (November 19, 2014) - This Friday night, November 21 at Resorts World Casino New York City, New Legend Boxing returns with a packed night of boxing.   In the main event, Bryant "Pee Wee" Cruz (12-0, 6 KO's) of Port Chester, New York will risk his undefeated record when he takes on Engleberto Valenzuelä (9-3, 3 KO's) of Mexico in a Super Featherweight bout scheduled for 8 rounds. Cruz knows that this is a good measuring stick as Valenzuela has fought some undefeated fighters including hot shot prospect Felix Verdejo.   "I have seen one film on him and I know he has fought some undefeated guys.  I think he freezes when he steps up in competition,"said Cruz.   Cruz is doing all the right things to keep his record perfect as the competition gets better.   "I am working hard everyday.  I am giving 110%.  I am starting to see with each fight, It is getting tougher.  I know each fight will be hard and I know I can't take anyone lightly.  I am just going in there and I am doing what I have to do to win."   A win on Friday night, could be the springboard to a big 2015 for Cruz.   "I am trying to get those television fights in 2015.  I know I will step up the competition and keep climbing the ladder and up the rankings.  I know all that will come as I am staying focused and not being distracted,"finished the 24 year-old Cruz.   In a Ten round Bout: Jonathan Maicelo (21-1, 12 KO's) of North Bergen, NJ takes on former Lightweight champion Miguel Acosta (29-7-2, 23 KO's) of Philadelphia in a Lightweight bout. In six round bouts:    Treysean Wiggins (4-1, 4 KO's) of Newburgh, NY will battle battle tested Jason Thompson (5-7-4, 4 KO's) of New York in a Welterweight fight.   In a Jr. Welterweight bout, Chris Galeano (4-0) of Bronx, NY will take on Villi Bello(1-0) of San Pedro de Macrois, DR   Allan Phelan (6-2, 4 KO's) of New York via Ireland will look for his 7th consecutive win when he takes on Angel Albelo (4-7-2, 1 KO) of Kissimee, Florida in a Super Featherweight clash.   In four round bouts:   Devaun Lee (3-0, 1 KO) of Jamaica, Queens, NY will fight Obafemi Bakari (1-0) of Staten Island, NY in a battle of undefeated Middleweights.   Jose Miguel De La Rosa (1-0, 1 KO) of Queens, NY will fight Mack Babb (0-4) of Brooklyn, NY in a Welterweight bout.   In a Jr. Middleweight bout, Renan Ruiz (4-1, 3 KO's) of Brooklyn, NY will square off with Ismael Aulet (1-3) of Puerto Rico.   Former Irish Amateur standout Noel Murphy will make his pro debut againstAnthony Smith (1-3) of Brooklyn in a Welterweight bout.   New Legend Boxing has tickets available, priced at General Admission $50, Reserved Seating $75, Ringside $125 and Ringside VIP $150 may be purchased by online at www.NewLegendBoxing.com or by calling (718) 487-4474.   Resorts World Casino New York City is located 110-00 Rockaway Blvd. Jamaica, N.Y. 11420. Doors open at 6:30 PM, first fight starts at 7:30 PM.

Irish Amateur star Noel Murphy set to make pro debut on Friday, November 21 at Resorts World Casino New York City

QUEENS, NY (November 17, 2014) - On Friday night, November 21 at Resorts World Casino New York City, New Legend Boxing returns with a packed night of boxing.   In the main event, Bryant "Pee Wee" Cruz (12-0, 6 KO's) of Port Chester, New York will risk his undefeated record when he takes on Engleberto Valenzuelä (9-3, 3 KO's) of Mexico in a Super Featherweight bout scheduled for 8 rounds.   One of the featured undercard bouts will see the pro debut of Ireland standout amateur Noel Murphy making his pro debut against Anthony Smith (1-3) of Brooklyn, New York in a 4-round Welterweight bout.   Murphy, just 20 years-old of Cork, Ireland  and  now residing in Yonkers, New York is excited to begin his career in the paid ranks after completing an 116 amateur.   "The professional game is more active.  I competed for Ireland but when I got the opportunity to turn professional and come to New York, I took it,"said Murphy.  " It feels great to be in New York.  I can get the best experience and best sparring here.   In Smith, all Murphy knows is that he is fighting an opponent who is a native New Yorker.   "All I know is that he is from Brooklyn but that doesn't bother me.  I have prepared for the fight."   When asked about his style, Murphy looks to be a crowd pleaser.   "I can do a bit of everything but I focus on my power shots," finished Murphy.   In a Ten round Bout: Jonathan Maicelo (21-1, 12 KO's) of North Bergen, NJ takes on former Lightweight champion Miguel Acosta (29-7-2, 23 KO's) of Philadelphia in a Lightweight bout. In six round bouts:    Treysean Wiggins (4-1, 4 KO's) of Newburgh, NY will battle battle tested Jason Thompson (5-7-4, 4 KO's) of New York in a Welterweight fight.   In a Jr. Welterweight bout, Chris Galeano (4-0) of Bronx, NY will take on Villi Bello(1-0) of San Pedro de Macrois, DR   Allan Phelan (6-2, 4 KO's) of New York via Ireland will look for his 7th consecutive win when he takes on Angel Albelo (4-7-2, 1 KO) of Kissimee, Florida in a Super Featherweight clash.   In four round bouts:   Devaun Lee (3-0, 1 KO) of Jamaica, Queens, NY will fight Obafemi Bakari (1-0) of Staten Island, NY in a battle of undefeated Middleweights.   Jose Miguel De La Rosa (1-0, 1 KO) of Queens, NY will fight Mack Babb (0-4) of Brooklyn, NY in a Welterweight bout.   In a Jr. Middleweight bout, Renan Ruiz (4-1, 3 KO's) of Brooklyn, NY will square off with Ismael Aulet (1-3) of Puerto Rico.   New Legend Boxing has tickets available, priced at General Admission $50, Reserved Seating $75, Ringside $125 and Ringside VIP $150 may be purchased by online at www.NewLegendBoxing.com or by calling (718) 487-4474.   Resorts World Casino New York City is located 110-00 Rockaway Blvd. Jamaica, N.Y. 11420. Doors open at 6:30 PM, first fight starts at 7:30 PM.