San Jose California (June 12, 2009) – Philadelphia’s undefeated Jr. Welterweight prospect, Danny “Swift” Garcia (12-0, 7 KO’s), is prepared to bring fans to their feet tonight June 12, 2009 on ESPN 2 “Friday Night Fights”. Garcia, Golden Boy Promotions rising star, will be the co-feature to Robert Guerrero as he squares off against Pavel Miranda in a scheduled eight round bout. “I’m very appreciative that Shelly Finkel and Golden Boy Promotions have faith in my skills to be the co-feature on ESPN 2 “Friday Night Fights,” said Garcia..
“I’ve been waiting patiently for the opportunity to shine on national television and this is my chance to show the fans in attendance and watching that I’m force to be reckoned with in the Jr. Welterweight division. I’m a hungry Philadelphia fighter that has dreams of becoming a world champion. All the hard work in the gym is going to will pay off tonight in San Jose.”
After knocking out seven of his first eight opponents, Garcia’s gone the distance in his last four fights, gaining valuable experience against stiff opposition. Miranda (16-3, 8 KO’s) will be a step up for Garcia as he seeks win number thirteen.
Tickets, priced at $100.00, $75.00, $50.00 and $25.00, are on sale now at the HP Pavilion Ticket Office, all Ticketmaster locations, by phone at 800-745-3000 or online at www.ticketmaster.com. For more information visit www.goldenboypromotions.com.
PAT LYNCH TEAMS WITH NEW YORK GIANTS STAR BRANDON JACOBS
NEW YORK, NEW YORK (June 12, 2009) Longtime boxing manager Pat Lynch has entered into a partnership agreement with New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs to guide some of professional boxing’s hottest prospects.
“Brandon and I will be working together to manage some of the best prospects in boxing. We anticipate making our first announcements in the coming weeks” said Lynch, who successfully managed former world champion Arturo Gatti’s career from his pro debut until his last bout.
Jacobs has long been a boxing fan, utilizing its training methods in the off-season as he prepared to be amongst the finest running backs in the National Football League over the last few years, playing a major role in the Giants 2008 Super Bowl Championship Season.
Continued Lynch, “Most managers get involved in boxing because they’re fans of the sport and that was Brandon’s entry. He’s had a taste of the management side working with Kendall Holt and wants to further his role.” Jacobs and Holt are close friends and the hard charging running back has been an adviser to the former world champion the last couple of years.
“One of the key elements of partnering with Brandon along with his enthusiasm for the sport is his experience at a championship level. Nothing came easy for him and the kids we want on our team need to understand the commitment that’s involved in becoming a world champion.”
Jacobs will take in the Miguel Cotto/Joshua Clottey Welterweight World Championship Bout at New York City’s Madison Square Garden this Saturday night from his customary ringside seat. Amongst those on the undercard are undefeated prospects, bantamweight Jorge Diaz, 8-0-0 (5KO’s), and junior middleweight Glen Tapia, 2-0-0 (2KO’s), both of whom are guided by Lynch.
Other exciting young prospects that Lynch is currently handling include junior welterweight Jeremy Bryan, 10-0-0 (4KO’s) and featherweight Victor Valenzuela, 4-0-0 (1KO).
WEIGHTS AND QUOTES FROM PLYMOUTH
Shawn Kirk: “CES puts on great shows and I’m pleased to be here.”
Benny Lescarbeau: “I’d like to thank Norman for coming up here. I’m excited about this. I’d also like to thank Mark (trainer Vaz) for getting me ready.”
Norman Johnson: “I’ve heard nothing but good things about Benny. I’m excited about tomorrow night.”
Alexsandra Magziak Lopes: “I’m happy to be fighting here again. I had my first fight here and it was a lot of fun. We’ve had a great training camp. I’d like to thank my opponent for taking this fight. I’m ready and can’t wait for tomorrow.”
Bessie Rowell: “I’m looking forward to tomorrow.”
Paul Gonsalves: “I want to thank CES for putting me on this show. I’m looking forward to putting on a good show tomorrow night.”
Huston Crayton: “I’ve been thinking about this fight long and hard. I’m going to try to hit him as much as possible without him hitting me. That’s my game plan.”
Jessie Barboza: “I know my opponent has come to fight, hot lay down for anybody. When he started boxing I was still playing with Ninja Turtles. I know he means business. I’m going to put on a good show.”
Orion Sistrunk: “This is a wonderful opportunity. I wish my opponent well. I’m going to put on a good show.”
Chris Traietti 174 ½ LBS.
Shawn Kirk 175 LBS.
Benny Lescarbeau 170 ½ LBS.
Norman Johnson 168 LBS.
Jesse Barboza 223 ½ LBS.
Orion Sistrunk 258 LBS.
Alexsandra Magdziak Lopes 153 ½ LBS.
Bessie Rowell 160 LBS.
Paul Gonsalves 174 LBS.
Huston Crayton 181 LBS.
AMATEUR BOUTS
ADAM MEDEIROS 154 LBS. KEENAN MOSES
New Bedford, MA Providence, RI
TNT Kickboxing Big Six Academy
ANTHONY MARCELLE 125 LBS. CHRIS WRIGLEY
Providence, RI Middleboro, MA
Team Tillinghast Boxing Club Gomes Boxing Club
KATE NICKLES 135 LBS. STEPHANE STEEVE
Middleboro, MA Winsor, VT
Gomes Boxing Club Winsor Boxing Club
DAVON SHELTON 125 LBS. MICHAEL BRIGGS
Providence, RI Worcester, MA
Big Six Boxing Academy Worcester Boys Club
RASHANE DOYLE 160 LBS. NEIL SULLIVAN
South Boston, MA Worcester, MA
South Boston Boxing Club