Arizona Boxing News with Don Smith
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The best fight of the evening honor belonged to Candido Lopez and Rafael Rivera with Lopez (1-0) winning a majority decision over Lopez (1-5). It was non stop action throughout the four round war. Rivera relied on right hand bombs to score points while Lopez landed more punches in winning his debut bout. Good show and both fighters received a standing O. Lopez is the younger brother of fellow professional Chris Lopez. He was very proud of is kid brother.Rivera is lightly regarded in Arizona boxing circles, but on this particular night, he gave Lopez all he wanted and then some. Good job!
Challenge Issued: Fan Base Promotions has issued a challenge to light middleweight Adam Trupish that is very intriguing: " Fight Janks Trotter (FBP Fighter) again for a winner take all purse or retire and stop pretending to be a fighter." KO Boxing Promotions has agreed to stage the event in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on Friday September 13 at the Shaw Conference Center. Edmonton is home to Trupish. The two once beaten fighters met in Calgary, Alberta. Trotter's place of residence, in 2012 with Trupish scoring a dramatic 1st round flash knockout after 72 seconds of furious action. The 29 year old Trotter (7-1-1) hasn't fought since his loss to the 34 year old Trupish. After a shocking KO loss to the light hitting Dashon Johnson earlier this year, Trupish (11-1) may have lost his appetite to fight. I saw the first fight and I may fly to Edmonton to watch the rematch if Adam will lift the pen and sign the paper work. Fans are already inquiring about tickets to a proposed fight that is waiting for Adam Trupish to make up his mind. Fan Base & KO Boxing have agreed to co-produce the event if it happens.
Alvarez Scores Upset: 2016 Olympic Hopeful Dante Stone was beaten by 18 year old Native American Heavyweight Albert Alvarez on Saturday July 27 at the "Beat The Heat Box Off" in Chandler, Arizona. Alvarez represents Red Nation Warriors Boxing in Tucson coached by John Colmenero who didn't seem surprised by his pupil's victory over Stone who has won "four" National Titles. Stone was visibly upset over the decision. Alvarez record stands at 8-2 and Colmenero suggested the young man could try out for the Olympics or turn professional. In the meantime, the coach and his protégé will take one day at a time." It was an impressive win for Mr. Alvarez and a good day for Red Nation Warriors Team. Team mate Juan Carlos Virgin defeated Rolando Enrique in what was declared the fight of the night. Alvarez's younger brother (Douglas) fights at 122, a few pounds lighter than his big brother. The teamentered 6 warriors and won 3 bouts. In boxing that is a very successful tournament team outing. Now for a bit of history.
Red Nation Warriors boxing is the brainchild of Darrell Rumley who shared a dream with his Native American brethren and nurtured it to fruition. The journey began in 1972 when some young and talented karate students wanted to start a club, but they couldn't come up with a suitable name that embodied the essence of their being and purpose. Mr. Rumely came up the name and eventually the organization evolved into a multifaceted operation that provides a diverse menu of skill set activities for its' eager to learn warriors. Mr. Rumely passed in 2011, but his legacy continues through the accomplishments of every Red Nation Warrior Athlete. Coach Colmenero.