Area boxing fans are in for a night of thrilling competition when two of the best heavyweights around square off. Local favorite Charles Hatcher, with a lifetime record of 15-6 with 11 KOs, will unleash his comeback fury against Midwest fighter Thomas on Saturday, May 1 at The Chapparell in Akron.
One of Hatcher’s last fights was against Michael Grant, the former IBC Heavy Weight Champion. Hatcher, born in Columbus and now living in Canton, is 6′ 3″ and will be entering the ring against Thomas between 228 and 230 pounds. Hatcher has fought at well-known venues like Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, City Center Pavilion in Reno, Nevada, Caesar’s Tahoe in Stateline, Nevada and The Palace at Auburn Hills, Michigan.
Introducing the main event and the undercards will be popular ring announcer George Phillips, who always brings high-octane energy and excitement to any boxing match. Phillips is a veteran announcer on the local and national scene for both championship-style boxing events and mixed martial arts matches. Fans who come to The Chapparell on May 1 won’t want to miss George’s unique style of ring announcing and the way he interacts with the audience.
Hatcher vs. Thomas is the kickoff event for the new Hall of Fame Boxing and Promotions Company, headquartered in the Half of Fame city of Canton. Hall of Fame Boxing is licensed by the Ohio Athletic Commission and will be producing future championship-style boxing events around Ohio and the Midwest.
