Anderson-Castaneda Tops “Lights Out” August 9!

 

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Newark, NJ (August 1, 2014) – Popular welterweight Michael “Slick” Anderson of Newark will look to add another victory to his ledger when he faces hardcore veteran Rogelio Castaneda Saturday, August 9 in the eight round main event of “Lights Out” at the Parsippany Police Athletic League in Parsippany, NJ.

 

“Lights Out” is promoted by All Out Promotions and Edmonds Promotions and tickets from $40 are available by calling 732-859-4183. The opening bell is scheduled for 7 pm with doors opening at 6.

 

In addition to this excellent evening of boxing, All Out Promotions and Edmonds Promotions are hosting a special 50/50 raffle, with the proceeds going to the Lupus Foundation.

Fighting for the first time since a grueling eight round split decision over George Sosa last November, Anderson’s 13-2 with 10 victories by knockout and has world class hand speed. Outside of the ring, Anderson is the President of “Show Off Riders” Motorcycle Club and regularly supports community related causes.

 

A 50 fight veteran, Castanada’s willing to fight anybody, any time, any place and anywhere. The Sacramento, CA based Mexican’s challenged the likes of Lucas Matthysse (twice), Konstantin Ponomarev, Lamont Peterson, Francisco Bojado, Demetrius Hopkins and Sirimongkol Singwancha amongst others. The upset-minded 37-year-old has almost four times as many fights and boxed 267 more rounds than Anderson.

 

Cruiserweight Dave Valykeo of Neptune, NJ will attempt to get back on track following the first setback of his career when he squares off against fellow New Jerseyan Tracey Johnson of Camden. Valykeo, 4-1, has a strong following and meets Johnson in a six rounder.

 

In a special attraction bout, rising light heavyweight star Yunieski Gonzalez of Miami, FL will face an opponent to be named. One of the top up and coming talents in the 175 pound division, Gonzalez came from the famed Cuban amateur program and is 14-0 with 10 knockouts.

 

In separate undercard bouts, locals Godson “Soldier Boy” Noel, Frank Jordan, Joseph Williams and Bienvenido Diaz will appear in four round contests.

 

“August 9^th will be a great evening for boxing fan” said Michael Daugherty, CEO of All Out Promotions. “There are some very talented fighters on the card and I’m excited to see everybody in action.”

 

The Parsippany PAL is located at 33 Baldwin Road Parsippany, NJ 07054.

 

Mike Tyson's meet-and-greet with Las Vegas PAL youngsters a huge hit

Mike Tyson was center of attention last Saturday at Barry's Boxing Center in Las Vegas (Photo by Steve Lott / Iron Mike Productions) LAS VEGAS (January 13, 2014) -- Hall of Famer Mike Tyson had a brilliant amateur career in the 1980's.  Now a professional boxing promoter for Iron Mike Productions (IMP), the youngest world heavyweight champion of all-time still has a burning passion for amateur boxing. Tyson thought it would be fun to workout with kids from the Police Athletic League in Las Vegas.  The Las Vegas Metro Police Department was thrilled the "Iron" Mike would take time from his busy schedule to meet their PAL youngsters and arranged for two visits this past Saturday. First stop was Richard Steele Boxing Club in North Las Vegas.  Kids and officers lined up and went through slipping-and-weaving techniques, followed by turns on the heavy bag, all under Mike's watchful eyes. At Barry's Boxing Center, another group of eager kids and officers lined up to try the same defensive techniques the late, great trainer Cus D'Amato had instilled in Tyson when he was a teenager. Tyson was quite impressed by everyone's hard work.  Judging from the bright smile on his face, the former champ appeared to be the happiest person in both gyms. "I would love to work with kids like this in a gym I hope to have one day," Mike said. Tyson presented each attending youngster with a Footlocker gift certificate and training DVD. Go online to www.MikeTyson.com for more information about Tyson or follow him on Twitter @MikeTyson. ABOUT IRON MIKE PRODUCTIONS (IMP): Founded in 2013 by CEO Garry Jonas and Hall of Famer Mike Tyson, Iron Mike Productions is a full-service boxing promotional company with offices located in Deerfield Beach, Florida and Las Vegas, Nevada. IMP is committed to changing traditional boxing promotion by advocating for its fighters' successes, inside the ring and out, throughout their professional careers and into retirement. For additional information go online at www.IronMikeProductions.com or follow Iron Mike Productions on Twitter @IronMikeProd.