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MAYWEATHER-ORTIZ PREVIEW by Bob Mutter
Posted on Sep 11 2011 Victor Ortiz was impressive when he defeated Andre Berto, but Berto is no Floyd Mayweather Jr. So don't expect the same result, even though Ortiz made a tremendous leap in ability between the early part of his career and the Berto victory. Ortiz even looked different when he approached the ring for his most recent win. In previous fights, he looked like a college kid about to pull a prank. As he jogged to the ring before upsetting Berto, he looked like a man -- a man with a mission. If he improves as much as he did between being held to a draw by Lamont Peterson in December and decisioning Berto in April, he'll have a bit of a chance. Unfortunately for him, his opponent will be perhaps the finest fighter in the world today. And "Money" doesn't take any chances. If he did, we'd be talking about Mayweather-Pacquiao instead of Mayweather-Ortiz. This probably isn't even a pay-per-view quality fight, but it's hard to turn away from a Mayweather match, simply because he's so damned good. Ortiz will have to take a lot of chances in order to land a big punch, and we can count on him to do that. But the slapdown he'll receive for every chance he takes probably will discourage him before too many rounds have gone by. Then we won't have to wait for the minute between rounds to refresh our beverage. Viewers won't mind missing a few seconds of this fight. THEDON NOTE: Bob Mutter is a boxing writer of the finest caliber and we are pleased he consented to grant us the pleasure of presenting this story. Fight Night at the Sabre Room #69
Posted on Sep 04 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MEDIA QUESTIONS CONTACT: Don Lenza 708-704-5234 FIGHT NIGHT AT THE SABRE ROOM SEPTEMBER PROMISES BIG ACTION THEDON, Inc. presents Fight Night at the Sabre Room, our 69th monthly amateur boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m. THEDON has several changes in store for fight fans in Chicago and is promises more website updates to get fans ready for the monthly contests at the Sabre Room which have become the highlight of the boxing schedule of USA Boxing, the organization that sanctions the show and chooses our Olympic team. This month’s card of fights features exciting action with the Midwest’s top amateur boxers live at the Sabre Room. Ticket prices are $25 VIP Ringside, $15 General Admission, and all seats are tables.. Tickets can be purchased at the Sabre Room (Hickory Hills) 708-598-1200, Joe’s Italian Villa (Bridgeview) 708-599-1431, JC’s Ristorante (McCook) 708-387-0030, Valley Inn (Palos Hills) 708-974-0509, Szarotka (Justice) 708-458-1400 and Prime Time (Hickory Hills) 708-599-2333. In addition to a full card of boxing action, Fight Night features special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, souvenirs, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. Our show will feature the best and brightest stars in the area squaring off against top flight competition. Fight Night at the Sabre Room is currently the longest running monthly amateur boxing showcase in the Midwest. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years. Those interested in season tickets or sponsorship opportunities can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM THEDON BEGINS EXPANSION
Posted on Aug 27 2011 THEDON Boxing is expanding its' promotional efforts as well as its' memorabilia division. We are going to start with our FIGHT NIGHT at the Sabre Room event on August 31st. Pleasse join us at the fights as we begin our new series of promotional efforts, including our Ringsiders Club and our new publication and video projects. Stop by and say hello to Don Lenza at the souvenir table at the next FIGHT NIGHT to see what's new in Chicago boxing. Any fight fans interested in employment opportunities should contact THEDON at 708-704-5234 SORRY
Posted on Aug 26 2011 DUe to technical difficulties our website has suffered of late. For updates feel free to call THEDON BOXING anytime at 708-704-5234. We will try to improve our website for you as soon as possible. Also, don't miss FIGHT NIGHT AT THE SABRE ROOM AUGUST 31st. STATE TITLE BOUTS TOP FEBRUARY SABRE ROOM BRAWL
Posted on Feb 14 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MEDIA QUESTIONS CONTACT: Don Lenza 708-704-5234 FIGHT NIGHT AT THE SABRE ROOM Two State Championship Bouts Top Legendary Showcase Card THEDON, Inc. is proud to present Fight Night at the Sabre Room, our 62nd monthly amateur boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m on Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011. This event features two bouts for the Illinois State USA Boxing Championships. In the 141lb. Open Division final bout, the sensational Nate Ridings (Boxing 4 Boxers) will square off against the extremely tough Semajay Thomas (Taylor Park). In the middleweight 165lb. Open Finals, Paul Littleton (Chicago Boxing) is no stranger to fans at the Sabre Room and he will face Paul Robinson (Fuller) in a match-up better than most professional boxing cards. The winners will then be slated to advance to the Great Lakes Region 5 Tournament in Lexington, KY, for the USA Olympic Team trials Ticket prices are $25, VIP Ringside, $15 General Admission, and all seats are at tables.. Tickets can be purchased at the Sabre Room (Hickory Hills) 708-598-1200, Joe’s Italian Villa (Bridgeview) 708-599-1431, Valley Inn (Palos Hills) 708-974-0509, and Riddle’s Comedy Club (Alsip) 708-422-5055. In addition to a full card of boxing action, Fight Night features special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, souvenirs, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. Fight Night at the Sabre Room is currently the longest running monthly amateur boxing showcase in the Midwest. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years. Those interested in season tickets or sponsorship opportunities can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM. THEDON President and event promoter Don Lenza says that “even though we have been providing the best fights in Chicago at Fight Night at the Sabre Room for years, this double main event is exciting. You have Olympic hopefuls, championship bouts and the brightest prospects in the Midwest all in the room where Sinatra sang on stage. This is like going to the fights at Caesar’s Palace!” BIG FIGHT NIGHT NEXT WEEK!!!
Posted on Jan 20 2011 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MEDIA QUESTIONS CONTACT: Don Lenza 708-704-5234 FIGHT NIGHT AT THE SABRE ROOM JANUARY 26th -- 6th ANNIVERSARY BRAWL THEDON, Inc. is proud to present Fight Night at the Sabre Room, our 61st monthly amateur boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m. This month’s card of fights features exciting action with the Midwest’s top amateur boxers live at the Sabre Room. Ticket prices are $25 VIP Ringside, $15 General Admission, and all seats are tables.. Tickets can be purchased at the Sabre Room (Hickory Hills) 708-598-1200, Venetian Gardens (Bridgeview) 708-458-0900, Joe’s Italian Villa (Bridgeview) 708-599-1431, JC’s Ristorante (McCook) 708-387-0030, Valley Inn (Palos Hills) 708-974-0509, Riddle’s Comedy Club (Alsip) 708-422-5055 and Prime Time (Hickory Hills) 708-599-2333. In addition to a full card of boxing action, Fight Night features special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, souvenirs, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. Our show will feature the best and brightest stars in the area squaring off against top flight competition. Fight Night at the Sabre Room is currently the longest running monthly amateur boxing showcase in the Midwest. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years. Those interested in season tickets or sponsorship opportunities can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM “We have made it to our sixth anniversary showcase, kept moving forward, and fans are the main reason,” says promoter Don Lenza. “The fans that come back month after month or come out in support of one of their friends make these events possible, make us successful. They are our most loyal sponsors each and every month. ” FIGHT NIGHT SEEKS SPONSORS
Posted on Oct 11 2010 The longest running local amateur boxing showcase in Chicagoland, Fight Night at the Sabre Room, is currently seeking sponsors. We are planning our 2010-2011 winter series and need advertisers and season ticket holders for our upcoming events. Please call THEDON at 708-704-5234 to be a part of the KNOCKOUT action and keep these athletes in the ring each and every month. FIGHT NIGHT #60 ON SALE NOW
Posted on Sep 05 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MEDIA QUESTIONS CONTACT: Don Lenza 708-704-5234 FIGHT NIGHT AT THE SABRE ROOM BOXERS PREPARE FOR PAL OLYMPIC QUALIFIER IN SAN ANTONIO THEDON, Inc. is proud to present Fight Night at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m on Wednesday, September 29th, 2010. This event marks our 60TH monthly amateur boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing at the legendary Sabre Room, making our boxing card the longest running monthly showcase of its’ kind. In addition to a full card of boxing action, Fight Night features special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, souvenirs, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. Our show will feature the best and brightest stars in the area squaring off against top flight competition. We are currently compiling a group of fighters who will then proceed to the Police Athletic League Olympic Qualifier in San Antonio, Texas. Fight Night at the Sabre Room has been a monthly amateur boxing showcase since January of 2005. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years. Those interested in season tickets or sponsorship opportunities can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM. THEDON President and event promoter Don Lenza is working hard to keep this event running strong, adding “we are hopeful that we can attract more new sponsors, who will bring us a wider fan base so we can keep running these shows.” This month’s card of fights features exciting action with the Midwest’s top amateur boxers live at the Sabre Room. Ticket prices are $25 VIP Ringside and $15 General Admission, and all seats are at tables with full waitress service.. Tickets can be purchased at the Sabre Room (Hickory Hills) 708-598-1200, Joe’s Italian Villa (Bridgeview) 708-599-1431, JC’s Ristorante (McCook) 708-387-0030, Valley Inn (Palos Hills) 708-974-0509, Prime Time Restaurant and Bar (Hickory Hills) 708-599-2333, and Riddle’s Comedy Club (Alsip) 708-422-5055. THEDON Means More Boxing!
Posted on Aug 02 2010 THEDON is currently beginning to expand its’ boxing operations and work in conjunction with our memorabilia division. Beginning in September, THEDON will begin to offer deals on upcoming autograph signings with entertainment and sports (including boxing) personalities. For more information, check for updates at www.THEDONBOXING.com or call 708-704-5234. what the heck!!!
Posted on Jul 31 2010 We are still not sure exactly what happened, but as you see THEDONBOXING.COM is back up and running!. Stay tuned for more updates... FIGHT NIGHT 58!!!
Posted on Jun 06 2010 KNOCK OUT THE JUNE HEAT AT FIGHT NIGHT THEDON, Inc. is proud to present Fight Night at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m on Wednesday, June 30th, 2010. This event marks our 58TH monthly amateur boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing at the legendary Sabre Room, making our boxing card the longest running monthly showcase of its’ kind. In addition to a full card of boxing action, Fight Night features special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, souvenirs, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. Our show will feature the best and brightest stars in the area squaring off against top flight competition. Fight Night at the Sabre Room has been a monthly amateur boxing showcase since January of 2005. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years. Those interested in season tickets or sponsorship opportunities can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM. THEDON President and event promoter Don Lenza talks about last month’s fights: “The fights were incredible. We were lucky to have been chosen to host some state championship bouts. The fighters were talented and certainly gave it everything they had. The crowd loved it. We hope to match last month’s action at this month’s show with the most talented fighters in the area. Fans at the Sabre Room are sure to be knocked out!!” This month’s card of fights features exciting action with the Midwest’s top amateur boxers live at the Sabre Room. Ticket prices are $25 VIP Ringside and $15 General Admission, and all seats are at tables with full waitress service.. Tickets can be purchased at the Sabre Room (Hickory Hills) 708-598-1200, Venetian Gardens (Bridgeview) 708-458-0900, Joe’s Italian Villa (Bridgeview) 708-599-1431, JC’s Ristorante (McCook) 708-387-0030, Valley Inn (Palos Hills) 708-974-0509, and Riddle’s Comedy Club (Alsip) 708-422-5055.. FIGHT NIGHT IN MAY READY TO RUMBLE
Posted on May 15 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MEDIA QUESTIONS CONTACT: Don Lenza 708-704-5234 FIGHT NIGHT AT THE SABRE ROOM MAY MIX-UPS PROMISE PUNCHES IN BUNCHES THEDON, Inc. is proud to present Fight Night at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m on Wednesday, May 26th, 2010. This event marks our 57TH monthly amateur boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing at the legendary Sabre Room, making our boxing card the longest running monthly showcase of its’ kind. In addition to a full card of boxing action, Fight Night features special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, souvenirs, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. Our show will feature the best and brightest stars in the area squaring off against top flight competition. Fight Night at the Sabre Room has been a monthly amateur boxing showcase since January of 2005. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years. Those interested in season tickets or sponsorship opportunities can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM. THEDON President and event promoter Don Lenza sums up the quality of the shows best. “We have been staging the best boxing in Chicagoland for over five years now. These fighters’ really give it their all, they are better than the fights on pay-per-view. This is the place to see the stars of tomorrow. I really have to thank all the fans and sponsors who keep us successful month after month.”. This month’s card of fights features exciting action with the Midwest’s top amateur boxers live at the Sabre Room. Ticket prices are $25 VIP Ringside and $15 General Admission, and all seats are at tables with full waitress service.. Tickets can be purchased at the Sabre Room (Hickory Hills) 708-598-1200, Venetian Gardens (Bridgeview) 708-458-0900, Joe’s Italian Villa (Bridgeview) 708-599-1431, JC’s Ristorante (McCook) 708-387-0030, Valley Inn (Palos Hills) 708-974-0509, Riddle’s Comedy Club (Alsip) 708-422-5055, and B.J. McMahon‘s (Oak Lawn) 708-422-3111. FIGHT NIGHT #55
Posted on Feb 28 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MEDIA QUESTIONS CONTACT: Don Lenza 708-704-5234 FIGHT NIGHT AT THE SABRE ROOM MARCH MADNESS IN THE RING!!! THEDON, Inc. is proud to present Fight Night at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m on Wednesday, March 31st, 2010. This event marks our 55th monthly amateur boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing at the legendary Sabre Room, making our boxing card the longest running monthly showcase of its’ kind. In addition to a full card of boxing action, Fight Night features special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, souvenirs, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. Our show will feature the best and brightest stars in the area squaring off against top flight competition. Fight Night at the Sabre Room has been a monthly amateur boxing showcase since January of 2005. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 20 years. Those interested in season tickets or sponsorship opportunities can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM. THEDON President and event promoter Don Lenza sums up the quality of the shows best. “These amateur boxers show more heart and skill than most professional athletes,” says Lenza. “They are in the beginning stages of a career which could lead to Olympic glory or becoming a World Champion. The fans come out to support our event and these fantastic boxers’ as they try to attain their goals. Besides that, Fight Night is a lot of fun, too.” This month’s card of fights features exciting action with the Midwest’s top amateur boxers live at the Sabre Room. Ticket prices are $25 VIP Ringside and $15 General Admission, and all seats are at tables with full waitress service.. Tickets can be purchased at the Sabre Room (Hickory Hills) 708-598-1200, Venetian Gardens (Bridgeview) 708-458-0900, Joe’s Italian Villa (Bridgeview) 708-599-1431, JC’s Ristorante (McCook) 708-387-0030, Valley Inn (Palos Hills) 708-974-0509, and Riddle’s Comedy Club (Alsip) 708-422-5055. FIGHT NIGHT 5TH ANNIVERSARY BRAWL
Posted on Jan 09 2010 THEDON, Inc. is proud to present Fight Night at the Sabre Room, our 53rd monthly amateur boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing at the Sabre Room, 8900 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m. This month’s card of fights features exciting action with the Midwest’s top amateur boxers live at the Sabre Room. Ticket prices are $25, VIP Ringside, $15 General Admission, and all seats are tables.. Tickets can be purchased at the Sabre Room (Hickory Hills) 708-598-1200, Venetian Gardens (Bridgeview) 708-458-0900, Joe’s Italian Villa (Bridgeview) 708-599-1431, JC’s Ristorante (McCook) 708-387-0030, Valley Inn (Palos Hills) 708-974-0509, and Riddle’s Comedy Club (Alsip) 708-422-5055. In addition to a full card of boxing action, Fight Night features special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, souvenirs, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. Our show will feature the best and brightest stars in the area squaring off against top flight competition. Fight Night at the Sabre Room is currently the longest running monthly amateur boxing showcase in the Midwest. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 19 years. Those interested in season tickets or sponsorship opportunities can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM This month’s fight will again feature ring card girls sponsored by Mr. Transmission. “We have made it to our fifth anniversary showcase, and fans are the main reason,” says promoter Don Lenza. “The fans that come back month after month or come out in support of one of their friends make these events possible, make us successful. They are our most loyal sponsors each and every month.” SHOWDOWN AT SHOWTIME
Posted on Aug 03 2009 Showdown at Showtime, a boxing card sanctioned by USA Boxing, on August 22nd , 2009 at Showtime, 13343 S. Cicero, Crestwood, Il . The doors open at 7 p.m. and the boxing action starts at 8 p.m. Showtime is the best and brightest new entertainment venue on the South side of Chicagoland and the Showdown at Showtime promises to be a boxing event unlike any other. The best young athletes from all around the area are being evaluated and a team compiled to go against a group of fighters which will be brought in specifically for this event. Subsequent releases will be sent as fighters are confirmed for this event. . In addition to a full card of boxing action, Showdown at Showtime will also have special guest appearances by boxing celebrities, giveaways, a full liquor bar and a special sporting event menu. THEDON Inc. and President Don Lenza have been promoting boxing contests in the Chicagoland area for over 18 years. Those interested in more information can contact THEDON Inc. at 708-704-5234 or WWW.THEDONBOXING.COM “Fans have come to expect the best from THEDON Boxing , and I am proud that THEDON brings this event to them with this fantastic venue,” boasts promoter Don Lenza..” It is the hard work of the dozens of young fighters we have featured, including some of whom have entered the professional ranks, that has made this event possible. Showtime is committed to bringing its’ customers the best entertainment in the area, and on August 22nd, the best amateur boxing event in the area is coming to Showtime!!!” THE THRILLA IN MANILA DOCU ON HBO
Posted on Apr 22 2009 I really think this is revisionist history. In order to make a new documentary, you get one guy to say something controversial and then build around it with a bunch of clips. Given that logic, Benny Paret really went to far with Griffith, but is Emile a murderer? Ali did the same kind of thing to several opponents, in an attempt to psyche himself up or those out. Even if it was racist or just mean spirited, the slant HBO uses is to create something that was not intended in the moment. Hindsight is one thing, editing is another. www.THEDONBOXING.com Hello Fight Fans
Posted on Mar 09 2009 NOTE FROM THEDON: I ASKED THERESA KURTH, OUR CONCESSIONS MANAGER, TO WRITE A SHORT ARTICLE ON OUR T-SHIRTS. SURPRISINGLY, THIS IS WHAT SHE SUBMITTED. Every month you all walk past the sports memorabilia table where Don and I are usually sitting. Most people stop by to say hello to Don, a few even stop to say hi to me, but not many actually check out the merchandise. Oh some of you will promise me that you’ll be back later to look around, but unless I hunt those people down, they generally don’t come back. So I thought I would take a moment and explain to all of you exactly WHY you should stop by the table. We have a wide variety of sports memorabilia, big and small, autographed and not autographed, for all ages. But we also have a selection of THEDON t-shirts. I greatly appreciate the support from those who already have t-shirts, but for those of you who don’t, I’m going to let you in on a little secret. That t-shirt is much more than just a piece of cotton with a logo on it. That t-shirt represents years of hard work by Don and his late father Jerry, to make Fight Night what it is today. Don and Jerry have been working with fighters for years to help improve them in the ring, and in life. That t-shirt is a symbol for the company that has created the longest running boxing show in the Midwest, for all ages and all skill levels. This show is a great opportunity for novice fighters to almost-pro fighters to showcase their talent. But most of all, that t-shirt represents all the dedication and passion that Don and Jerry have shown in this industry for the entirety of their careers. So next time you walk by the memorabilia table, instead of giving a wave and a promise to come back later, stop by for a look and a chat with me. I promise you, it will be worth your while. GOLDEN GLOVES PART I
Posted on Sep 10 2007 THE GREATEST AND MOST HONEST SPORT THERE IS IS THE SPORT OF AMATEUR BOXING. UNLIKE PROFESSIONAL BOXING, WHERE MANY OF THE BOUTS ARE MISMATCHES DUE TO THE PROMOTER AND MATCHMAKER WHO TRY TO BUILD UP THEIR TICKET SELLER AND THE PEOPLE REGULATING PROFESSIONAL BOXING ARE FOR THE MOST PART POLITICALLY APPOINTED, AMATEUR BOXING BOUTS ARE EVENLY MATCHED AND THE PEOPLE RUNNING AMATEUR BOXING HAVE ALL BEEN IN THE GAME SINCE THEIR TEEN AGE YEARS AND DO SO FROM THEIR HEART AS THEY RECEIVE NO PAY. THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS BOXING TOURNAMENT IS THE GOLDEN GLOVES TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS WHERE THE OPEN CHAMPIONS GO ON TO PARTICIPATE IN THE NATIONAL GOLDEN GLOVES OF AMERICA TOURNAMENT WHICH CONSISTS OF 32 CITIES (FRANCHISES) FROM AROUND THE USA INCLUDING HAWAII. THE TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS WAS HELD IN CHICAGO AND SPONSORED BY THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE FROM 1928 TILL 1963 WHEN THE TRIBUNE DISCONTINUED THEIR SPONSORSHIP. IN 1964 IT WAS PICKED UP BY STAN GALLUP AND NAMED THE GOLDEN GLOVES OF AMERICA AND WAS HELD IN LOUISVILLE, KY THE CHICAGO TEAM DID NOT PARTICIPATE THAT YEAR AS THE LOCAL TOURNAMENT WAS BEING HELD ON THE SAME DATES. EACH YEAR THE TOURNAMENT IS HELD IN A DIFFERENT CITY IN THE USA. IN 1965 IT WENT TO KANAS CITY, MO AND CHICAGO DID NOT HAVE ANY WINNERS. JERRY QUARRY WON THE HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP IN KANSAS CITY SCORING ALL HIS WINS BY KNOCKOUT. 1970 WAS THE FIRST YEAR CHICAGO HAD A WINNER AND IT WAS 132 LB. EDDIE LEE MURRAY OF THE WEST SIDE. BILLY BOY THOMPSON OF JOLIET WON THE HEAVYWEIGHT DIVISION, BEATING GUYS LIKE RON LYLE AND ERNIE SHAVERS. THE TOURNAMENT WAS HELD IN SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH. OTHER CHAMPIONS FROM CHICAGO WERE 1977 HELD IN HONOLULU, HAWAII 119 LB. WAYNE LYNUM OF WENTWORTH GARDENS, 1979 IN INDIANAPOLIS, IN WAS 178 LB. LEROY MURPHY WHO WENT ON TO WIN THE WORLD TITLE AT CRUISERWEIGHT. THE 1981 CHICAGO HAD TWO WINNERS IN TOLEDO, OHIO 132 LB. PRIMO RAMOS OF THE CYO & 178 LB. JOHNNY WILLIAMS OF THE WINDY CITY GYM. CHICAGO DID NOT HAVE A WINNER AGAIN UNTIL THE 1987 TOURNAMENT HELD IN KNOXVILLE, TN WHEN TERRY MCGROOM OF THE MATADOR BOXING CLUB BEAT THE DEFENDING CHAMPION HARVEY RICHARDS FOR THE 178 LB. CHAMPIONSHIP. MCGROOM ALSO WON THE 1988 IN OMAHA, NE, 1989 WHEN IT RETURNED TO KNOXVILLE & 1992 WHEN IT WAS HELD AT THE ROSEMONT HORIZON BUT HE REPRESENTED SPRINGFIELD, IL 1992 ANTHONY STEWART OF THE MATADOR BC WON THE 165 LB. CHAMPIONSHIP. 1993 THE TOURNAMENT WAS HELD IN LITTLE ROCK, AK WHERE A 16 YEAR OLD DAVID DIAZ OF HAMLIN PARK WON THE 139 LB. TITLE.. DAVID ALSO WON THE 139 LB. NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AT MILWAUKEE, WI IN 1994 AND 1996 HE WON WHEN IT WAS HELD IN CLEVELAND, OHIO. DAVID WENT ON TO REPRESENT THE USA AT THE OLYMPIC GAMES IN ATLANTA GA THAT YEAR AND TODAY IS THE WBC LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPION OF THE WORLD. NATE JONES OF THE MATADORS WON THE 1994 HEAVYWEIGHT NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AND IN 1995 HE WON REPRESENTING SPRINGFIELD, IL BEATING FRES OQUENDO IN THE SEMIFINALS IN LOWELL, MASS. NATE ALSO WON A BRONZE MEDAL IN THE ATLANTA GAMES. 1996 LUIS PEREZ OF HAMLIN PARK WON AT 112 LB. AND LOST IN THE FINALS OF THE OLYMPIC TRIALS. 1997 CHICAGO HAD TWO WINNERS, 119 LB. EVARISTO RODRIGUEZ OF HUMBOLT PARK AND 125 LB. JOSE HERNANDEZ OF THE NORTH SHORE BC. THE TOURNAMENT WAS IN DENVER, CO THE NEXT AND LAST WINNER FROM CHICAGO WAS 112 LB. FRANCISCO RODRIGUEZ OF THE HUMBOLT PARK BC & BROTHER OF EVARISTO WHEN THE TOURNAMENT WAS HELD IN RENO, NEVADA. NEXT MONTH THE WINNERS FROM 1928 THRU 1963. SEAN CURTIN. TOP 10 HEAVYWEIGHTS
Posted on Aug 02 2007 As just an indication of the ability of a list to start a conversation, here is a listing of the top ten heavyweights of all-time, as compiled by a selection of THEDON experts. Future updates by guest writers will offer opinions and commentary. 1. JOE LOUIS 2. ROCKY MARCIANO 3. MUHAMMAD ALI 4. JACK JOHNSON 5. JACK DEMPSEY 6. GEORGE FOREMAN 7. LARRY HOLMES 8. JOHN L. SULLIVAN 9. MIKE TYSON 10. EVANDER HOLYFIELD SEEKING ALL FIGHTERS
Posted on Jun 21 2007 TOUGH TALK is a project based on interviewing all boxers to gain insight into the sweet science. We at THEDON are simultaneously producing a television show and publishing a book based on these interviews. Contact us for more details. |