Boxing manager Galante featured in Sports Illustrated

Boxing manager featured as client Frank Galarza fights on Shobox TONIGHT on Showtime

Danbury, CT (January 17, 2014) -Professional boxing manager A.J. Galante, President of Elite Boxing Enterprises, is currently part of a multi-page feature in Sport's Illustrated.   The publication giant reached out to Galante, 27 years old, about the minor league hockey team his father and he owned ten years ago, one of the most controversial hockey teams ever, the Danbury Trashers. Galante was named the President of the team at the tender age of 17, and helped build what was known as the toughest hockey team in America. "The Danbury Trashers are a team that can never be duplicated." Galante stated, "My father and I turned the hockey world upside down in just two seasons. I was young, but worked hard, and we definitely did things our way." The Trashers became infamous in two seasons due to their rough style of play, crazy antics both on and off the ice, as well as being a winning team, reaching the league finals in just their second season.  Galante's experience in Minor League hockey laid the groundwork for him to jump into the professional boxing business as a manager, starting in 2011. "My father and I went into minor league hockey with zero, and I mean zero experience running a sports franchise. But we built a team that nobody wanted to go up against. I came into boxing at the age of 24, again with zero experience or knowledge. I have managed a total of 3 boxers, and I believe I've been an asset to their careers." Galante started managing Delvin Rodriguez in 2011, and helped guide him for 6 fights, culminating in Rodriguez's biggest match of his career, a main event bout on HBO World Championship Boxing against Miguel Cotto. Galante no longer manages Rodriguez, but is excited about a new Junior Middleweight about to burst onto the scene, reigning undefeated New York State Jr. Middleweight Champion Frank 'Notorious' Galarza. "Frank is the real deal. I've been with him for 3 fights, and we've come a long way each bout and in between. He believes in me and I believe in him, we have a great team and together we will make noise, starting Friday on Showtime." Galarza will be competing in the co-feature of tonight's 2014 season premiere of Showtime's ShoBox: The Next Generation, against undefeated John Thompson.  Be sure to check out this week's edition of Sports Illustrated, on newsstands today, to read more on A.J. Galante and the Danbury Trashers, and tune into Showtime tonight, 10PMET to watch Frank Galarza battle for the WBC Latino Title in an all action bout.

Inspirational Hero Marc Mero Speaks Out

 

Marc Mero - Former WWE Wrestling Superstar and America's No. 1- Requested School Presenter 

 Orlando, FL (February 18, 2013) - Marc Mero, Founder of the nonprofit organization, Champion of Choices, Inc., is changing students' minds by touching their hearts. His message empowers students - and people of all ages - to examine their life and make positive and healthy choices that lead to success. 

 

Growing up poor in a single-family home in New York, Marc found success with hockey, football and boxing and then achieved worldwide fame as a WCW and WWE Wrestling Champion. 

 

Following a series of personal tragedies including the loss of more than 30 friends and family members mostly due to lifestyle choices and negative behaviors, Marc chose to dedicate his life to helping others change their lives for the better. 

 

Marc has since shared his story of tragedy and triumph with more than 450 schools, churches and corporations across the world. In his powerful school production, Marc addresses the serious topics of bullying, peer pressure, substance abuse and suicide prevention. 

 

Marc is adamant that it does matter who you surround yourself with saying, "Your friends are like elevators... they either take you up, or they take you down. Show me your friends, and I'll show you your future." 

 

In addition to inspiring positive choices, students are encouraged to dreaming big, set goals and take action toward goals. With the sponsorship support of community business partners Gregory & Clark, PLLC, and RP Funding, Marc Mero will present his "Choices" presentation at Westridge Middle School on Wednesday, February 20.

 

February 20, 2013 Westridge Middle School Sponsored By Gregory & Clark, PLLC, and RP Funding Marc Mero "Choices" Event 3800 West Oak Ridge Road Orlando, FL 32809 Start 1:30 PM

 

"We are so lucky to have the honor of helping Marc change lives one student at a time," says Founding Partner of Gregory & Clark, PLLC. 

 

"My support of Champion of Choices will continue until every student across this nation has had the joy of Marc in their life." 

 

To see the full event schedule and learn more about Champion of Choices, visit:www.ThinkPOZ.org To learn more about Gregory & Clark, PLLC www.gregory-clark.com To learn more about RP Funding www.rpfunding.com