THOMAS DULORME INCHES CLOSER TO WORLD TITLE SHOT

December 2, 2013 - This past Saturday light welterweight contender Thomas Dulorme (20-1, 14 KOs) inched closer to a world title shot with a 10-round unanimous decision against Hector Velazquez (55-20-3, 38 KOs), a fight that took place at the Coliseo Guillermo Angulo in Carolina, Puerto Rico.

Dulorme who is promoted by Team Puerto Rico, a collaboration of Gary Shaw Productions,DiBella Entertainment and Universal Promotions, will likely be in a title elimination bout in his next fight.  Rated WBC No. 6 and WBA No. 5, Dulorme feels he's ready to step up.

"I feel really strong at 140 pounds," said Dulorme. "I know my promoters are working hard to get me a title shot so I'm working hard to be prepared.  Velasquez gave me the rounds I needed to get me ready for the next level. I worked on a lot of techniques this past Saturday and I feel confident in my ability to capture my first world championship.  My goal is to bring a world title home to my countrymen in 2014."

"Team Puerto Rico is working out the details of Dulorme's next fight," said co-promoter Gary Shaw. "Together Javier Bustillo, Lou DiBella and I are looking at the landscape of the light welterweight division to see who we can match him up with in a potential title elimination bout.  Dulorme's a great fighter; one of the best Puerto Rico has to offer. We will have more details to announce shortly."

"Dulorme looked sharp against Velasquez," stated Javier Bustillo. "I know he's ready to take his career to the next level. A big fight is looming for him." 

For more information on Thomas Dulorme and Team Puerto Rico, please visit www.teampuertoricoboxing.com.  Team Puerto Rico: The New wave making a splash...

Thomas Dulorme Makes Weight

TEAM PUERTO RICO

THE NEW WAVE, ONCE AGAIN MAKING A SPLASH

 

Thomas Dulorme Makes Weight

New York, United States - Today, Puerto Rico's undefeated rising star, Thomas Dulorme (14-0, 11KO's), made weight for his fight tomorrow on the acclaimed Boxing Series "Broadway Boxing" at the Roseland Ballroom theater, in New York.

Thomas Dulorme weighed in at a slim and ready 146 pounds. His opponent, Alberto Herrera (8-6-1, 5KO's), weighed 144.5 pounds.

"I feel good and very comfortable making weight and I just want the bell to ring so I can prove my value.  I am very grateful for this opportunity provided by my three promoters.  Puerto Rico!...I will not fail you," said Dulorme, represented promotionally by Gary Shaw Productions, Universal Promotions and DiBella Entertainment.

Dulorme is a member of Team Puerto Rico, a prominent boxing promotional group featuring Gary Shaw Productions, DiBella Entertainment and Universal Promotions. Their goal is to sign the finest group of young Puerto Rican fighters and build on the honor of the Island.

Dulorme, along with four other Team Puerto Rico members, were recently selected by ESPN as part of "Super 25" prospect list, a talented group of the top promising up-and-comers in the world.

Meanwhile, Dulorme's trainer, Jose Bonilla said, "We worked hard in the gym and you will see the result on fight night.  We are in great condition and we are coming to give the fans an incredible show."

Broadway Boxing is developed by DiBella Entertainment.  The tickets range from $125, $85, $65and $45, with a limited number of VIP tables.  The VIP booths are priced at $ 150, and each table has four chairs.  The tickets can be purchased by calling DiBella Entertainment at (212) 947-2577.

After the fight, Dulorme will fly to Puerto Rico and witness the first great challenge of his fellow Team Puerto Rico member, Jose "Sniper" Pedraza (8-0, 6KO's) when he faces the experienced Carlos Claudio (13 -7- 3, 6KO's).  Pedraza battles Claudio in the main event of the "Guaynabo Boxing Series" card this Friday, June 15, at the Coliseo Mario Quijote Morales in Guaynabo, P.R.

For more information on Dulorme visit www.teampuertoricoboxing.com or connect with him on twitter at @thomasdulorme.

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TEAM PUERTO RICO THE NEW WAVE, ONCE AGAIN MAKING A SPLASH

June 5, 2012 - Gary Shaw Productions and Universal Promotions have recently signed long term contracts with three blue chip prospects and two amateur standouts from Puerto Rico.  These five fighters will be a wonderful addition to the already strong lineup of fighters representing Team Puerto Rico, such as Jose "The Sniper" Pedraza, Thomas "La Tormenta" Dulorme, Jonathan "Mantequilla" Gonzalez, Luis "Orlandito" Del Valle, and Jorge "Machito" Maysonet Jr.  All five boxers will be in action on the Friday, June 15 at the Mario "Quijote" Moráles Coliseum in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico.

Gary Shaw started "Team Puerto Rico" with the goal of bringing the best Puerto Rican fighters from the Island, to the center stage of the boxing world.

"Javier Bustillo, president and CEO of Universal Promotions is a wonderful partner to work with," said Gary Shaw. "Together both companies are making a commitment to the Island and the people of the Island. We have a plethora of talent emerging from Puerto Rico and there is no doubt about it, we will have the next Puerto Rican star.  With the addition of these five fighters, along with the others we represent, sky is the limit for Team Puerto Rico."

MEMBER OF PUERTO RICAN NATIONAL TEAM 2008

Giovanny "La Tarántula" Rodríguez (6-0, 4 KOs) born August 24, 1988 in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico, is an undefeated professional boxer in the super-welterweight division (154 lbs) who now resides in Trujillo Alto, PR.  He started boxing at the age of 11 and had an outstanding amateur record of (111W-17L).

Amateur Background

• 2005 - 132 lbs Puerto Rico's National Jr. Olympic Champion

                       132 lbs Silver Medalist at Junior Olympics National Tournament

                       (Colorado, USA)

• 2006 - 139 lbs Puerto Rico's National Jr. Olymp Champion

                       139 lbs Gold Medalist at Jr. Olympics National Tournament

                       (Texas, USA)

• 2008 - 152 lbs Puerto Rico's National Champion

                       Silver Medalist at Cheo Aponte International Tournament

• 2009 - 165 lbs Gold Medalist at Olympic Cup International Tournament 

MEMBER OF PUERTO RICAN NATIONAL TEAM 2005-10

Carlos Joel Narváez "Kid" Sánchez (4-0, 4KOs), born September 29, 1988 in Manatí, Puerto Rico, is a 23 year old undefeated professional superflyweight (115 lbs), residing in Bo. Morovis, PR.  He started boxing at age 13 with trainer Angel Ortíz, who guided him to many national championships.  Nárvaez became the 106 lbs Youth National Champion at age 15.  The following year, he repeated history in the same category, and qualified for the Junior Olympic Tournament, representing Puerto Rico in Texas.  As an adult, he managed to stay on top as a National Champion in various weight classes, represented Puerto Rico internationally. He ended amateur career with an astonishing record of (115W-18L). In 2006, Narváez graduated from Jaime Collazo School in Morovis, PR.  His post-secondary studies were conducted at the Technological Institute of Manatí, in the field electronics.  All of Narvaez's wins as a pro have all been first round knockouts.

Amateur Background

• National 2005 Gold 106 lbs - International Junior Olympics, 106 lbs.Texas (Silver Medal)

• National 2006 Gold 112 lbs - International Independence Cup 112 lbs. Domingo, Dominican Republic

• National 2007 Gold 112 lbs - International Tournament in Ecuador, (Bronze Medal)

• National 2008 Gold 106 lbs - International Golden Gloves, 112lbs, ( Silver Medal )

• National 2009 Gold 119 lbs - Golden Gloves, 112lbs, ( Silver Medal )

• National 2010 Gold 119 lbs

MEMBER OF PUERTO RICAN NATIONAL TEAM 2010

Edgardo "Eggie" Laboy (2-0, 1KO) born February 16, 1990, is a 22 year old super-bantamweight (122 lbs) from Ponce, Puerto Rico.  He started boxing at the age of 12 with trainers Jose Gomez and Ramon Rivera.  As an amateur he compiled a record of (68W-17L)

Amateur Background

• National 2008 Gold Cabo Joe's Tournament

• National 2009 Gold Mayor Cup of Aguas Tournament

• National 2005-2010 Southern Region Champion (119 lbs)

MEMBER OF PUERTO RICAN NATIONAL TEAM 2011 

Emmanuel "Pirata" De Jesús, was born on May 23, 1993 in Carolina, Puerto Rico and currently lives in Canóvanas, PR.  He started boxing at age 11 and accumulated an amateur record of (40W-15L). With great boxing skills, De Jesus will compete at the super-welterweight division under the guidance of trainer Jesús Ayala.

Amateur Background

• 2011 PR National Champion (152 lbs)

• 2001 Bronce medal at  Pre-Panamerican Games in Panamá

• 2011 Panamerican Games in Guadalajara 4th place, lost bronce medal fight

• 2010 Bronce at "Copa Romana" in Dominican Republic

• 2009 Gold - Junior National Tournament  (category 15-16 year olds)

• 2009 Gold - Junior Panamerican Games in Quito, Ecuador

• Metropolitan Regional Champion at age 15

• National Youth Champion at age 16 (152 lbs)

MEMBER OF PUERTO RICAN NATIONAL TEAM 2010 

Luis "Yeyé" Rodríguez born August 27, 1990 in Carolina, Puerto Rico is a 21 year old amateur star who fights at super-lightweight.  He started boxing at age 15 currently resides in Villa Esperanza, Carolina, PR where he is guided by his trainer Jose Bonilla.  He ended his amateur career with a record of (42W-8L)

Amateur Background

• 2010 Bronze medal at "José 'Cheo' Aponte Tournament"

• 2010 Olympic Cup - Bronze medal

• 2010 National Champion 141 lbs