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Unbeaten Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz A visionary in trunks and gloves People’s champ of Worcester

By Stacy Podelski June 11, 2021 Leave a comment

Unbeaten lightweight prospect Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz (14-0-1, 8 KOs) is a visionary, clearly seeing the day he becomes the first Worcester (MA) native to become a World boxing champion, as well as headlining a show at home in front of thousands of his growing legend of fans, and much more. The 25-year-old Ortiz, former World Boxing […]

Granite Chin Promotions Set to have Action Packed Card on June 26

By Stacy Podelski June 7, 2021 Leave a comment

The main event on the June 26th “Breakout” card, presented by Granite Chin Promotions, matches two New England heavyweights heading in opposite directions, Steve “The Gentle Giant” Vukosa (13-1, 5 KOs) and “Fly” Mike Marshall (5-1, 4 KOs).  The evening card of another Granite Chin day-night doubleheader (separate admissions) is headlined by the 10-round main event for the vacant NABA United […]

New York Liberty Name Jess Sims In-Arena Co-Host for 2021 Season

By Stacy Podelski May 28, 2021 Leave a comment

As part of the team’s 25th anniversary season, the New York Liberty have named Jess Sims the official In-Arena Co-Host. The New York-based educator, fitness professional and Peloton Instructor will join co-host Jason Negron during select Liberty home games at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. “This is a historic season for the New York Liberty and we will […]

“Breakout” headliner: NABA U.S. Heavyweight title fight Steve Vukosa vs. Mike Marshall

By Stacy Podelski May 21, 2021 Leave a comment

“Breakout,” presented by Granite Chin Promotions, will feature two heavyweight title fights as part of another day-night doubleheader on June 26th at New England Sports Center in Derry, New Hampshire.  The night card is headlined by the 10-round main event for the vacant NABA United States Heavyweight Championship between ageless Steve “The Gentle Giant” Vukosa (13-1, 5 KOs) and Mike […]

Six Team USA Boxers Punch Ticket to Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

By Stacy Podelski May 14, 2021 Leave a comment

The Boxing Task Force (BTF) announced today the 49 quota places, originally to be awarded at the Road to Tokyo Americas Qualifier, that were awarded to boxers to compete in the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 this summer. The quota places included six Team USA boxers, which was based off the BTF Rankings.  “These six boxers […]

Team Ortiz moves on from disputed draw feeling confident undefeated lightweight Jamaine Ortiz made loud statement

By Stacy Podelski April 29, 2021 Leave a comment

Despite a disputed draw with unbeaten Joseph “Blessed Hands” Adorno (14-0-2, 12 KOs) last Saturday night in Kissimmee, Florida, lightweight prospect Jamaine “The Technician” Ortiz (14-0-1, 8 KOs) displayed his vast skills and courage on ESPN+. Recovering from two knockdowns (the first from an illegal punch behind the head) and still taking the fight to the promoter’s fighter, Ortiz […]

Bridgeport Sound Tigers Face Tough OT Loss to Hartford

By Stacy Podelski April 28, 2021 Leave a comment

It was a tough battle between two American Hockey League Rivals, ultimately the Bridgeport Sound Tigers fell to the Hartford Wolf Pack by a final of 3-2 at Webster Bank Arena. The Sound Tigers were able to come back from a two-goal deficit, but sadly were not able to earn the victory in what was […]