17.04.06 – Benna Ford of Superior, WI and Fond-Du-Luth Casino of Duluth, MN present “Superior Showdown,” a six bout evening of professional boxing on Saturday April 22nd at the Wessman Arena in Superior, WI. Minnesota Light Heavyweight champion Zach “Jungle Boy” Walters (13-1, 10 KO’s) returns to action in the 8 round main event, as he takes on tough veteran Teddy Muller (17-6-2, 7 KO’s) of Moline, IL..
Walters, the featured prospect in this month’s Boxing Digest, hasn’t fought since September of last year. However, his spirits seemed high for this fight. “I’m really, really looking forward to this fight,” stated Walters. “Despite the layoff, I’m extremely confident in my ability to box right now.”
Also featured on the card is super featherweight Wilton Hilario (2-0, 2 KO’s). Hilario is coming off of a devastating first round TKO victory last month televised on Telefutura. Popular UFC fighter Justin Eilers will also be making his pro boxing debut in the heavyweight division.
The show begins at 7:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:00 PM. Ticket prices are $35 for floor seating, and $20 for grandstand seating. Select VIP table seating is available by calling 218-310-5200. There will be a press conference and weigh in event, which will be open to the public, on Friday evening, April 21st at Good Sports Bar and Grill, located at 2827 Oakes Ave. in Superior. The event starts at 7:00 PM.
Tickets can be purchased at the following outlets or at the venue the day of the show:
Benna Ford, 3022 Tower Ave; Superior
Fond-Du-Luth Casino, 129 East Superior St; Duluth
Good Sports, 2827 Oakes Ave; Superior
Horton’s Gym, 2024 W. Superior St; Duluth
Wessman Arena, 2701 Catlin Ave; Superior
Discounted hotel rooms are also available for those traveling. Contact the Bayfront Superior Days Inn at 1-888-515-5040 and ask for the “Superior Showdown” rate.