Andrzej Fonfara scored a come from behind ninth round knockout over former Light Heavyweight champion Gabriwl Campillo in a scheduled twelve round bout at US Cellular Field in Chicago.

Campillo controlled most of the action as he landed some popping shots from distance that continuously snapped the head back of Fonfara. Both fighter’s made an impression on each other as Fonfara was cut around the left eye while Campillo’s right swelled rapidly.

Campillo was cruising along until he got drilled with hard right which buckled him just before the bell sounded to end round eight. Campillo gathered himself and was having success in round nine until he got caught with a hard right that set off a flurry that was unded with a right to the body that sent Campillo down for the ten count at 1:37 of round nine.

Fonfara, 173 lbs of Chicago via Poland is now 24-2 with 14 knockouts. Campillo of Spain is now 22-6-1.

Heavyweight Artur Szpilka scored his second knockout victory over Mike Mollo, this time in round five of a scheduled ten round Heavyweight bout.

Like the first battle that took place on February 1st, it was a bloody war with Szpilka landing some good shots over the first two rounds which included a hard left that rocked Mollo at the bell in round two. In round three, Mollo landed a crushing short left hook that sent Szpilka to the canvas.

That was reminiscent of their first bout when it seemed like Szpilka was on his way to a dominant win before being dropped in that fight as well.

Mollo was bloodied around the right eye in round four and then was hammered out with a punishing left that sent him flat on his back. He was able to get to his feet but the fight was stopped at 1:41 of round five.

Szpilka, 226 lbs of Warsaw, Poland is now 16-0 with 12 knockouts. Mollo, 233 lbs of Chicago is now 20-5-1.

Adrian Granados got off the floor twice to stop Marc Salser Jr. in round six of their eight round Jr. Welterweight bout.

Salser dropped Granados in round two with a hard right hand. He knocked Granados down with yet another right hand in round five. n round six, Granados turned the tide by dropping Salser with a body shot. Granados jumped on Salser and landed a barrage of punches in the corner and the fight was stopped as Salser was falling to the canvas for a second time.

Granados, 140 lbs of Chicago is now 10-1-2 with 6 knockouts. Salser, 138 lbs of Mansfield, OH is now 15-1.

Chicago heavyweight “Merciless” Mike Mollo (20-4, 12 KOs) says he’s thought it over and there is only one fight that make sense for him right now.

“I want the Artur Szpilka rematch. That’s the only fight I want.”

Mollo suddenly finds himself a hot commodity after the back-and-forth war he and Poland’s Szpilka waged on February 1 at the UIC Pavilion in Chicago. Despite fighting through a mask of blood from cuts caused by accidental fouls, Mollo had the undefeated Polish fighter on the floor twice before being knocked out by a perfect shot in round six.

The 33-year-old had been fielding offers to face other fighters, but has now made up his mind: the rematch with Szpilka (13-0, 10 KOs) will be next.

“I want this rematch because of all the injustices in the last fight. I was winning! I should have never been allowed out for the sixth round with the cuts I had from elbows and headbutts. It should have been stopped and gone to the scorecards, like any other professional boxing match, but instead they sent me out to slaughter unable to see.”

Mollo maintains that referee Celestino Ruiz (especially) made several serious errors in judgment during the fight that prevented him from winning.

“He (Ruiz) was cursing at me! You can hear it on TV. He deducted a point from me for nothing and started warning me he would disqualify me. Not to mention all the fouls from Szpilka he missed. Even if you were at the fight, watch it on TV. Get a better look at the ESPN version and you’ll see what I was dealing with. He told my corner my cuts were from legal punches after he had officially ruled they were from fouls. It was a disgrace.”

Mollo says given time to prepare properly, he knows he has what it takes to derail the Szpilka express in a second fight.

“I know my abilities. I know how hard I punch. There’s not a man in the heavyweight division that can take it when I crack them. I wasn’t 100% for the first fight. I was lacking in some areas, and had some ring rust. Plus I broke my toe on Thanksgiving and couldn’t run all of December. I only had four weeks to get in shape. I know if we fight again with a different ref and everybody watching to see if they try to cheat me, it’ll be different.”

Despite losing, Mollo says his performance against Szpilka has raised people’s awareness of him at home and in the boxing world.

“Finally people got to see me for who I am. They got to see my abilities and will and my desire and see what Mike Mollo is about.”

After putting on the kind of unforgettable display of heart and desire that Mike Mollo put on in his last fight, there are plenty of lucrative avenues he could take. But first he has a score to settle.

“I want Szpilka. That’s what needs to be done. So let’s do it.”

Carlos Molina 153.4 vs. Cory Spinks 153.2
Antwone Smith 155.6 vs. Jose Luis Castillo 151.8
Artur Szpilka 230.8 vs. Mike Mollo 231.6
Don George 164.4 vs. James Cook 161.8
Mike Jimenez 167.8 vs. Jordan Brown 167.8
Jaime Herrera 146.8 vs. Marlon Smith 146.2
Jimmy Murphy 145.4 vs. Aloric Carson 150.2
Sergio Montes de Oca 126.2 vs. Antoine Knight 127
Junior Anthony Wright 197.6 vs. Tim Johnson 203.8

Venue: UIC Pavilion, Chicago

TV: ESPN Friday Night Fights

Promoters: 8 Count Productions, Round 3 Productions, Warriors Boxing and Blue Wave Boxing in association with Don King Productions

Chicago’s “Merciless” Mike Mollo (20-3-1, 12 KOs) knows what the script says: Even though he’s in his own hometown, he’s being brought into to lose to fast-rising Polish heavyweight prospect Artur “The Pin” Szpilka.

However, Mollo says that’s NOT the way it’s going to go.

The two will meet on the undercard of the ESPN Friday Night Fights-televised “King” Carlos Molina vs. Cory “The Next Generation” Spinks 12-round IBF Junior Middleweight Title Eliminator on February 1 at the UIC Pavilion in Chicago.

Presented by 8 Count Productions, Round 3 Productions, Warriors Boxing and Blue Wave Boxing in association with Don King Productions, the exciting night of boxing will also feature a 10-round welterweight battle between two-time former world champion Jose Luis “EL Temible” Castillo (64-11-1, 55 KOs) and Florida’s Antwone “The Truth” Smith (22-4-1, 12 KOs) as the televised co-main event.

“I made a few bad business decisions, especially promotional-wise, and I’ve had three huge fights fall through on me on short notice, but what the boxing world may not know is that I haven’t been sitting around drinking beer and eating pizza. That’s not the case. I’ve been training the whole time for these fights. I’m in top shape and ready to go. I’m not some guy coming in for a payday.”

Mollo says he’s watched Szpilka in action and remains a lot less impressed than most.

“I don’t think he’s everything they say he is. We’re going to find out February 1. He’s fast and can hit a little, but I don’t think he’s the beast that he thinks he is. If they’re looking for an easy opponent, they should keep looking. I’m in great shape. I’ve put in a lot of hard work and all I have to do is hit him, which I’m going to. I’m going to explode on him. We’ll see how he takes it. I have never been down in my life. 25 professional fights and never hit the canvas. I know he’s been down, so we’ll see what he’s made of. I already know what I’m made of. I’m all guts and heart.”

Mollo, training at Go Time Boxing in Chicago and sparring with former UFC champion Andrei Arlovski and undefeated heavyweight David Latoria, says February 1 is going to be a great night for Chicago boxing.

“It’s going to be mobbed. He’ll probably have the Polish community out to watch him. And I have people renting buses to come watch me. It’s going to be awesome. I know it’ll be on Polish TV. I’m definitely TV worthy. I’ve proved myself.”

So if he’s not going to follow the pre-written script, how does Mollo think the fight will go?

“I’m just going to go in and do what I do, which is fight my fight and do what I’m capable of. I think it will work and so does my team. I’m going to cut the ring off and not follow him around everywhere and we’ll see what he does when a determined heavyweight is walking him down all night.”

The colorful Szpilka, who enters the ring in a jail uniform, has been known to be unpredictable in and out of the ring. Is Mollo worried about Szpilka’s antics becoming a factor at the weigh-in or press conference?

“I highly recommend he not do that. I got a lot of friends in this neighborhood who won’t put up with any of that stuff. He should keep the peace.”

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Presented by 8 Count Productions, Round 3 Productions, Warriors Boxing and Blue Wave Boxing in association with Don King Productions, advance tickets are priced are $151, $101, $51 and $31 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster (Ticketmaster.com, 1-800-745-3000), the 8 Count Productions Offices, 312-226-5800 or the UIC Pavilion Box Office, 312-413-5740.

Additionally featuring in separate bouts will be local favorites; middleweight contender Donovan “Da Bomb” George (23-3-1, 20 KOs), highly regarded and undefeated super middleweight prospect Mike “Hollywood” Jimenez (8-0-0, 5 KOs) and popular welterweight newcomer Jimmy Murphy (1-0, 1 KO).

Further details on this world-class evening of professional boxing will be announced shortly.

The UIC Pavilion is located at 525 S. Racine, at the corner of Harrison and Racine on the campus of University of Illinois-Chicago. Doors on the night of the event will open at 7 pm with the first bell at 7:45 pm.

CHICAGO, IL (December 26, 2012) ESPN Friday Night Fights will return to the UIC Pavilion on FEBRUARY 1, 2013 headlined by an IBF Junior Middleweight Title Eliminator between Chicago fan favorite and perennial contender “King” Carlos Molina and two division and five-time world champion Cory “The Next Generation” Spinks.

Presented by 8 Count Productions, Round 3 Productions, Warriors Boxing and Blue Wave Boxing in association with Don King Productions, advance tickets are priced are $151, $101, $51 and $31 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster (Ticketmaster.com, 1-800-745-3000), the 8 Count Productions Offices, 312-226-5800 or the UIC Pavilion Box Office, 312-413-5740.

Also featured at ESPN Friday Night Fights is a sensational ten round welterweight clash between Mexican boxing legend and two-time former world champion Jose Luis “EL Terrible” Castillo and upset minded Miami, Florida’s Antwone “The Truth” Smith.

In a special attraction eight round clash, fast rising Polish heavyweight prospect Artur “The Pin” Szpilka will battle Chicago based heavyweight contender “Merciless” Mike Mollo.

Additionally featuring in separate bouts will be local favorites; middleweight contender Donovan “Da Bomb” George, 23-3-1 (20KO’s), highly regarded and undefeated super middleweight prospect Mike “Hollywood” Jimenez, 8-0-0 (5KO’s) and popular welterweight newcomer Jimmy Murphy, 1-0-0 (1KO).

“We’re very proud to work with the terrific team at ESPN on this Friday Night Fights presentation and we’ve got a sensational card to kick off the 2013 year in style for Chicago boxing fans.” said Dominic Pesoli. President of 8 Count Productions.

“This the first time in over four years that Carlos has fought at home in Chicago and it’s a huge opportunity for him to face a multiple time world champion in Cory Spinks.”

“In the co-main we’re bringing back former world champion Jose Luis Castillo who won a fantastic “blood and guts” war with Ivan Popoca in July at the UIC Pavilion and our special attraction between Szpilka and Mollo should be bombs away from the opening bell.”

“Complimenting these three fights Donovan George is returning to fight in Chicago for the first time in two years, ‘Hollywood’ is back at the UIC Pavilion where he won his first three pro fights by knockout and we’re excited to have Jimmy Murphy fight on our card for the first time.”

“We’ve had massive crowds at the UIC Pavilion for our last two events and we’re expected another tremendous crowd of Chicago boxing fans. For the best seats, I strongly encourage fans to purchase tickets in advance for this event.”

The 29-year-old Molina, 20-5-2 (6KO’s), known for his sensational upset performances over his eight-year professional career, is coming off a ten round shutout unanimous decision win over Damian Frias on AUGUST 17 which was also broadcast on ESPN Friday Night Fights.

Earlier this year, Molina was the victim of horrendous judgment as he was disqualified him after the tenth round enroute to a decisive victory over James Kirkland on MARCH 24 in Houston, Texas.

In a bout broadcast on HBO’s World Championship Boxing, Molina’s corner mistakenly entered the ring before the bell rang following the tenth round. At the time of the stoppage Molina was significantly ahead on two of the scorecards.

Born in Patzcuaro, Michoacan de Ocampo, Mexico, Molina holds victories over former world champion Kermit Cintron, very highly controversial draws with former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Erislandy Lara and clear-cut victories over contenders Danny Perez, Allen Conyers, Ed Parades and Alexis Camacho.

Fighting out of St. Louis, Missouri and from the legacy of his father, heavyweight champion Leon Spinks and uncle, light heavyweight champion Michael Spinks, Cory Spinks has won world titles three times in the welterweight division and twice as a junior middleweight.

Spinks’ illustrious career included an up and down 2012 as he looked sensational defeating Sechew Powell in a twelve round unanimous decision on JANUARY 28 but getting stopped by Cornelius Bundrage in the seventh round on JUNE 30 as he challenged for the IBF Junior Middleweight Title.

Molina is currently world ranked #4 by the IBF and #7 by the WBC while Spinks is ranked #12 by the IBF.

The 23-year-old Szpilka, 12-0-0 (9KO’s), a native of Wieliczka, Poland, will be making his Chicago debut in front of the huge legion of Polish fight fans.

Sporting an undefeated record of 12-0-0 (9KO’s), the hard hitting southpaw is coming off his career best victory, a dominant ten round unanimous decision on JUNE 30 over two-time world title challenger Jameel McCline in Lodz, Poland.

Born and raised in nearby Oak Lawn, Illinois, the heavy handed Mollo, 20-3-1 (12KO’s), is best known in Chicago for two brutal second round knockouts; over Mike Tyson conqueror Kevin McBride at the Allstate Arena in 2006 and contender Art Binkowki at the Sears Centre in 2007.

In his last start, Mollo battled to a hard fought eight round draw with Gary Gomez on AUGUST 6, 2010 at the UIC Pavilion.

Fighting in the ten round televised co-main event, former two-time world champion Jose Luis Castillo, 64-11-1 (55KO’s) will return to the UIC Pavilion against Antwone Smith following his eighth round stoppage of Chicagoan Ivan Popoca on JULY 13 which was broadcast on ESPN Friday Night Fights.

The 25-year-old Smith, 22-4-1 (12KO’s), heads back to the ring following a career highpoint with a ten round decision win over previously undefeated Ronald Cruz on SEPTEMBER 21, broadcast on NBC Sports Network from the Sands Casino Resort in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Further details on this world-class evening of professional boxing will be announced shortly.

The UIC Pavilion is located at 525 S. Racine, at the corner of Harrison and Racine on the campus of University of Illinois-Chicago. Doors on the night of the event will open at 7pm with the first bell at 7:45pm.

ABOUT 8 COUNT PRODUCTIONS/ROUND 3 PRODUCTIONS

8 Count Productions, HOME OF THE BEST IN CHICAGO BOXING, was started by Dominic Pesoli in 1998 and has consistently presented the highest quality professional boxing events in Chicagoland.

Joining forces with Frank Mugnolo’s Round 3 Productions in 2011, their partnership is currently among the premier boxing promotional firms in the United States.

Fighters currently under the 8 Count Productions/Round 3 Productions banner include; IBO Light Heavyweight World Champion Andrzej Fonfara, super middleweight contender Donovan George, world class junior welterweight prospect Adrian Granados, former world title challenger Edner Cherry, super middleweight prospect Paul Littleton, middleweight prospect Viktor Polyakov and welterweight prospect Jaime Herrera.

For more information on 8 Count Productions/Round 3 Productions please visit their new website, www.8countproductions.com. Follow them on Twitter at 8_Count and Facebook at “8 Count Productions”.

ABOUT WARRIORS BOXING

Launched in 2003, Warriors Boxing operates under a simple philosophy—bring the best boxers in the world to fight fans, match them in competitive bouts, and in doing so help re-establish the sport of boxing for a new generation.

With a series of successful Pay-Per-View shows and packed houses to it’s credit, the Warriors business model is working wonders in a sport that was sorely in need of the innovation and energy that the company brings to the table.

When it comes down to it though, a promotional company is only as good as the fighters and fights it promotes. Warriors Boxing has delivered on all fronts, with outstanding bouts such as Lara-Molina, Cayo-Peterson, Abraham-Miranda I and II, Miranda-Pavlik, Miranda-Green, Ibragimov-Briggs, Ibragimov-Klitschko, Urango-Hatton, Urango-Bailey, Cayo-Maidana and Ibraginov-Holyfield.

For more information on Warriors Boxing, visit their website at www.WarriorsBoxing.com.

DOVER, DE (May 18, 2012)—Tonight a pivotal Heavyweight showdown will take place as WBC number-twelve rated Heavyweight Franklin “Ya Ya” Lawrence will battle “Merciless” Mike Mollo in a ten round main event of an eight bout card at Dover Downs.

The bout can be seen LIVE worldwide beginning at 7:30 PM Est. for $9.99 on www.gfl.tv by clicking: http://www.gfl.tv/Events/Fight/Boxing/Friday_Night_Fights/1487

The show will also be seen LIVE at 9:00 pm EST on Wealth TV (Check your cable listings)

Lawrence of Indianapolis, Indiana has a record 17-2-2 with twelve knockouts and his stopped five consecutive opponents such as Contenders Lance Whitaker, former U.S. Olympian Jason Estrada and Jason Gavern that has catapulted to his lofty ranking.

Mollo, 20-3-1 with twelve knockouts of Oak Lawn, Illinois (Just outside Chicago) has faced top competition such as former world title challengers DaVarryl Williamson, Andrew Golota and Jameel McCline.

He has impressive second round knockouts over Art Binkowski and former Mike Tyson Conqueror Kevin McBride.

There is a lot on the line as the NABA title brings a top fifteen ranking between the WBA.

In the co-feature, Delaware’s favorite son Mike “No Joke” Stewart takes on battle tested Christopher “Kid Kayo” Fernandez in an eight round Welterweight bout.

Both guys have been in with the best of the world with Stewart (48-7-3, 25 KO’s) beating the likes of former world champion Terron Millett and former world title challengers Ivan Robinson & Ebo Elder while dropping bouts to world champions Ricky Hatton and Sharmba Mitchell.

Fernandez (19-15-1, 12 KO’s) has FOUGHT FOURTEEN UNDEFEATED FIGHTERS which includes world champions Paulie Malignaggi, Devon Alexander and Danny Garcia.

Fernandez will fight anybody at anytime and has showed he is capable. He is hungry for a signature win and his bout with Stewart could steal the show.

A second title fight on the bill will feature the NABF Female Featherweight bout between undefeated “Queen” Ronica Jeffrey and the always exciting Jackie Trivilino.

An evenly matched Jr. Welterweight tussle between popular Delaware fighter Ryan Belasco (16-5-3) and Maryland’s Tyrell Samuel (14-4-1, 6 KO’s).

Also making appearances will be former National Amateur champion in Jr. Lightweight Omar Douglas, undefeated Cruiserweight Lamont Singletary and undefeated Super Middleweight John Bowman.

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Franklin Lawrence 236 – Mike Mollo 230
(NABA Heavyweight Title)
Ronica Jeffrey 126 – Jackie Trivilino 126
(NABF Featherweight Title)

Venue: Dover Downs
1st Bell: 7:30
TV: Wealth TV & GFL.TV

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INDIANAPLOIS, IND (May 15, 2012)—This Friday night at the beautiful Dover Downs Casino in Dover, Delaware, WBC number-twelve ranked Heavyweight Franklin “Ya Ya” Lawrence will look to make it six straight knockout wins when he takes on Mike Mollo in a bout for the vacant NABA Heavyweight title. From his confident words, he feels it will come in impressive fashion.

That bout plus a full undercard that will be featured by an appearance by the always exciting Mike “No Joke” Stewart can be seen live beginning at 7:30 pm est. on www.gfl.tv ($9.99) by clicking: http://www.gfl.tv/Events/Fight/Boxing/Friday_Night_Fights/1487

Lawrence of Indianapolis is 17-2-2 with twelve knockouts and has scored five straight knockouts over the likes of former contender Lance Whitaker, former U.S. Olympian Jason Estrada and his bout when he stopped Raymond Ocheing.

He expects to have the same result with the very tough Mollo.

“Mike Mollo cant fight. He just swings wildly”, said a (to put it mild) confident Lawrence from Indianapolis.

“Andrew Golota boxed him and then beat him half to death”, continued Lawrence in reference to Mollo’s January 19, 2008 defeat to Golota.

“The guy has no inside game and he is not ready for me. He doesn’t do anything textbook but I will give him credit because he does take a good beating.”

With the recent hot streak that he is on, Lawrence believes his date with destiny is getting closer by the fight.

“I will be fighting for the championship within a fight or two. My ratings would be higher except the guys ahead of me are ducking me.”

“Once the networks see what I can do, they will know I am a serious challenger for the title”

Lawrence held training camp in Indianapolis is proud of his state.

“I am Midwest to the bone and a true Hoosier and can’t wait to bring the Heavyweight championship home to Indianapolis.”

Lawrence is promoted by Fisticuffs Promotions and the CEO Dave Escalet sees big things for Lawrence.

“This is a great fight for Franklin. And when he looks great on Friday night, It will be six in a row against top competition and he will have earned his opportunity for a big fight”, said Escalet

The action begins on www.gfl.tv at 7:30 pm with Mike Mittman calling the action with analysts Legendary Heavyweight champion Larry Holmes and Marc Abrams.

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CHICAGO, IL (May 14, 2012)—This Friday night two Heavyweights will slug it out in Dover, Delaware will slug it out as Franklin “Yah Yah” Lawrence (17-2-2, 12 KO’s) takes on Mike Mollo (20-3-1, 12 KO’s) for the vacant NABA title.

The bout can be seen over the world on www.gfl.tv ($9.99) by clicking: http://www.gfl.tv/Events/Fight/Boxing/Friday_Night_Fights/1487

Mollo has been training hard for this bout as the Chicago native knows the importance of the bout.

“Not only am I going to win but I will win in spectacular fashion. I have been putting in the hard work and have been in training camp for ten weeks”, said Mollo from his training camp in Chicago.

Mollo does not put much stock in the five fight knockout streak that Lawrence is on that has catapulted to the number-twelve ranking by the WBC.

“He beat an out shape Jason Gavern and Jason Estrada. He has gotten off easy in those fights and if he wants to live off that then he is fooling himself”

Mollo is most remembered for gallant effort against Andrew Golota as part of the Roy Jones – Felix Trinidad HBO PPV undercard on January 19, 2008 and knows what the win will do for his career.

“This fight will get me back in the spotlight and I am not looking to squeak by with a decision”

Mollo, who hasn’t fought since August 6, 2010 has been training hard to make sure he is primed and ready for Lawrence.

“I spar like it is a real fight and this long layoff doesn’t mean anything because I am always in the gym. I was training for a fight last summer with Seth Mitchell on HBO and the fight got called off due to Robert Guerrero getting hurt and I would like to fight him if it’s the right situation. I am a fighter”

“This fight with Lawrence begins my road to redemption. I am in great shape and I am ready to fight”

The action begins on www.gfl.tv at 7:30 pm with Mike Mittman calling the action with analysts Legendary Heavyweight champion Larry Holmes and Marc Abrams.

About GFL
GFL is a pioneer in Internet Sports Broadcasting. Over the years GFL has broadcast more than 1300 live events with over 6000 combat sports videos in 196 countries. GFL is especially proud to have served greater than 5 million public viewers over the years with more than 250 combat sports related website affiliates in its network. GFL is also available on Roku, Android, IPhone, IPad, as well as other internet ready devices.

April 23, 2012 – Heavyweight contender, Mike Mollo (20-3-1, 12 KOs), returns to the ring on May 18 against Franklin “Yah Yah” Lawrence (17-2-2, 12 KOs) in a 10-round bout for the vacant NABA title. The fight takes place at the Dover Downs Hotel & Casino inside the Rollins Center in Dover, Delaware on their “Friday Night Fight” series.

Promoted by Boxing360, Mollo has been in the ring with some of boxing’s top heavyweights, including Jameel McCline, Andrew Golota and Kevin McBride. Looking to get back into title contention, Mollo is determined to show the boxing community and those in attendance that he’s serious about his boxing career.

“Although I’ve been out of the ring since August of 2010, I feel confident in my ability to make some serious noise in the heavyweight division,” Mollo said. “I’ve been training hard in the gym and my timing is right on point in my last few sparring sessions. Ring rust will not be a factor when I step in the ring. Lawrence is a big puncher and I know he’s coming to fight. One thing is for sure, I’m coming to fight as well, and the fans are going to witness a great night of boxing.”

Said Boxing360 promoter Mario Yagobi, “Mollo is in great shape right now which means trouble for Lawrence. I’ve seen the positive progress with his mental approach to the game and his trainer, Pete Brodsky, says he’s looking fantastic in sparring. With the right training regimen, Mollo is one of the best heavyweights in boxing. I’m excited to see what he will bring to the ring on May 18 because he’s a has a crowd pleasing style.”

After having his August 27th HBO debut fight against Mike Mollo canceled, undefeated Heavyweight prospect was quickly re-scheduled for a September 16th date that will be broadcasted on dueling Networks Telefutura and Fox Sports Net from Las Vegas accoring to Dan Rafael of espn.com

The card will take place at the Texas Station casino and will be on the eve on the much anticipated Floyd Mayweather – Victor Ortiz showdown.

“Seth had worked so hard and I needed him to have something,” manager Sharif Salim told ESPN.com. “This is the longest layoff he’s had between fights. I just said to Golden Boy, ‘Hey, get us something so we can stay busy.’”

“Seth was so disappointed that the (Aug. 27) fight was called off,” Salim said. “He was disappointed not just because of the purse factor, but because he had worked so hard. It was going to be his first time on HBO. That was humongous.”

“We’re ready for what I like to call the ‘fading glories,’” he said. “We’re ready for (former contenders) like Michael Grant and Hasim Rahman. But we have to just stay focused. After the fight was called off, we gave him about two days off and then he got right back in the gym.”

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VERONA, NEW YORK (January 7, 2011)—On Saturday night January 29th at the beautiful Turning Stone Casino and Resort, an important heavyweight bout for the WBC Caribbean Heavyweight title. Mike Mollo and Manuel Quezada will battle it out for the right to not only win the coveted belt but take another step up the latter to gain a shot for the Heavyweight championship of the world.

Both guys chimed in from training camp to give their thoughts as the bout fast approaches.

Mike Mollo (20-3-1, 12 KO’s)-Oak Lawn, Illinois and training in West Palm Beach, Florida

“I believe this is an even fight. I know that Quezada is a tough and durable guy and with what I bring, it should be a fan friendly fight. I know he fights at a nice pace but I am always picking things up in the gym.”

“I am a young thirty years old and I will be 110 % ready when my time comes. I believe one or two wins and I will be in the thick of things.”

Manuel Quezada (29-6, 18 KO’s-Wasco, California)

“I am very excited for this fight. I took some time off after the Arreola fight. I love this sport so much and I am motivated like never before”

“I know Mike is a tough guy and I think its going to be a grueling fight”

“I just go in there and do my thing. I don’t think people take me serious but I can fight”

“This is a good fight for both of us and the winner should get a good ranking”

An exciting undercard has been assembled as in the eight round co-feature, Isaac Rodrigues (17-1, 13 KO’s) of Brazil will look to rebound from his first career loss when he takes on upset specialist Russell Jordan (15-8, 10 KO’s) of Rochester, NY in a Middleweight bout

In a ladies six round Super Featherweight bout, Amanda Serrano (7-0-1, 4 KO’s) of Brooklyn, NY takes on Ela Nunez (9-7-1, 2 KO’s) of Jamestown, NY in a rematch crowd pleasing draw that took place in 2009.

In a six round Welterweight bout, Stephen Scott (5-2) of New York fights Kenny Abril (11-3-1, 6 KO’s) of Rochester, NY

In a six round Middleweight bout, Ibahiem King (7-5, 2 KO’s) of West Palm, Beach, FL squares off with Latif Mundy (9-2, 4 KO’s) of Philadelphia, PA

Undefeated Super Middleweight Andy Mejias (8-0, 4 KO’s) of Utica, NY will see action in a six round bout against Isaac Atencio (2-3-1, 2 KO’s) of Denver, CO

Rounding out the card will be a four round Super Middleweight bout between Derrick Evans of Utica, NY making his pro debut against Steve Tyner (1-1, 1 KO) of Akron, Ohio

The whole show can be seen live all over the world on www.gofightlive.tv for just $9.99 by clicking: http://www.gofightlive.tv/Events/Fight/Boxing/Heavyweight_Championship_Boxing__at_Turning_Stone/901

Tickets for this championship night of boxing are priced at just $60; $45 and $ 35 and be purchased the Showroom Box Office by calling (1 800 833 SHOW) or at all Ticketmaster outlets by calling (315 472 0700)

The Turning Stone Casino and Resort is located at:

5218 Patrick Road
Verona, NY 13478
(315) 361-8248

VERONA, NY (December 31, 2010)—Former WBC Caribbean champion, Manuel Quezada will attempt to win back that crown when he takes on Mike Mollo in the twelve round main event on Saturday night, January 29th at the beautiful Turning Stone Resort and Casino.

Quezada was summoned for the fight after the man who defeated him; Jason Gavern had to pull out due to an injury.

Quezada of Wasco, California has a record of 29-6 with eighteen knockouts.

Quezada went 11-4 in his first fifteen bouts before embarking on a eighteen fight win streak with some impressive wins over the likes of Eric Boose (7-0-1); Gary Gomez (18-7-1);

He won the WBC Heavyweight title with a second round knockout over Rick Dyer (13-1) and the continued with signature wins over Teke Orih (14-1-1); a stunning first round knockout over Travis Walker (31-2-1) and a unanimous decision over Nicolai Firtha (16-6-1).

In his last bout, Quezada put up a gallant effort before dropping a twelve round unanimous decision to former world title challenger Chris Arreola (28-2) on August 13th.

Mollo is one of the toughest customers in the Heavyweight division as the Chicago native has a record of 20-3-1 with twelve knockouts.

Mollo began his career with fifteen straight wins which included victories over a pair of undefeated foes and also won the WBO Latin Heavyweight title with a sixth round knockout over Rogerio Lobo (36-13).

Mollo then stopped up the competition and was stopped in four rounds by former world title challenger DaVarryl Williamson (22-4).

Mollo went on to win four straight that included a win over the man who retired Mike Tyson, Kevin McBride (34-4-1)

Mollo was all over McBride as he scored a knockdown in round one and dropped him two more times in round two before the fight was stopped.

Mollo also defeated Art Binkowski (16-1) in two rounds in a battle of two Chicago based heavyweights that took place just outside the City limits and was a much anticipated turf war.

Mollo then took on multiple time world title challenger Andre Golota (40-6-1) as part of the Roy Jones – Felix Trinidad undercard at Madison Square Garden.

The battle was a tremendous action fight where Mollo fought very hard and was praied for his toughness as he took many big shots before dropping a unanimous decision.

Unfortunately, Mollo was stopped in two rounds by multiple time world title challenger Jameel McCline (38-9-3) in China.

Mollo came back score an eight round unanimous decision over Billy Zimbrun and in his last bout, Mollo fought to an eight round draw with Gary Gomez on August 6 in Chicago.

In the co-feature, Isaac Rodriguez (17-1, 13 KO’s) of West Berlin, NJ via Brazil will look to get back in the win column after his pro defeat will take on upset minded Russell Jordan (15-8, 10 KO’s) of Rochester, NY in a Middleweight bout scheduled for eight rounds

A full undercard has been assembled as exciting female Super Featherweight scheduled for six rounds, Amanda Serrano (7-0-1, 4 KO’s) of Brooklyn, New York will rematch Ela Nunez (9-7-1, 2 KO’s) of Jamestown, NY.

The two fought a toe to toe slugfest on November 20, 2009 that ended in a draw.

In a six round Welterweight bout, Kenny Abril (11-3-1, 6 KO’s) of Rochester, NY will take on Stephen Scott (5-2) of Albany, New York.

Ibaheim King (7-5, 2 KO’s) of West Palm Beach, Florida will take on Philadelphia Latif Mundy (9-2, 4 KO’s) in a Middleweight bout scheduled for six rounds.

Also seeing action will be Super Middleweight Andy Mejias (8-0, 4 KO’s) of Utica, NY in a six round bout against an opponent to be named.

Derrick Evans of Utica, NY will be making his pro debut in a four round bout in a Light Heavyweight bout against Steve Tyner (1-1-1) of Albany, NY.

Tickets for this championship night of boxing are priced at just $60; $45 and $ 35 and be purchased the Showroom Box Office by calling (1 800 833 SHOW) or at all Ticketmaster outlets by calling (315 472 0700)

The Turning Stone Casino and Resort is located at:

5218 Patrick Road
Verona, NY 13478
(315) 361-8248

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VERONA, NEW YORK (NOVEMBER 29, 2010)—On Saturday night January 29th, Heavyweight championship boxing will headline a big boxing card at the beautiful Turning Stone Casino & Resort as Jason Gavern will take on Mike Mollo in a twelve round fight for the WBC Caribbean Heavyweight championship.

In the exciting co-feature, Isaac Rodrigues will look to rebound from his first professional loss as he takes battle tested Russell “Spiderman” Jordan in a Middleweight bout scheduled for eight rounds.

Gavern of Kissimmee, Flordia has a record of 19-7-4 with eight knockouts and has faced some of the top Heavyweights in the world.

Gavern went 6-0-1 in his first seven bouts which included a second round stoppage over undefeated Albert Jimenez.

Gavern was then stopped by former amateur star Malcom Tann before embarking on a five fight unbeaten streak.

Gavern dropped a decision to Damian Norris but later avenged that defeat with a seventh round knockout.

Gavern has had some nice wins that includes a decision win over Jim Emerick (7-1) ; Cisse Salif (23-14-2) and impressive split decision over Manuel Quezada (29-4) to win the WBC Caribbean Heavyweight title.

In his last bout Gavern ventured over to Germany and fought to a draw with former world title challenger Jonathan Banks (24-1) in a battle for the coveted NABF Heavyweight title.

Besides fighting all over the United States, Gavern has fought in Germany three times, Canada twice and in Switzerland.

Mollo is one of the toughest customers in the Heavyweight division as the Chicago native has a record of 20-3-1 with twelve knockouts.

Mollo began his career with fifteen straight wins which included victories over a pair of undefeated foes and also won the WBO Latin Heavyweight title with a sixth round knockout over Rogerio Lobo (36-13).

Mollo then stopped up the competition and was stopped in four rounds by former world title challenger DaVarryl Williamson (22-4).

Mollo went on to win four straight that included a win over the man who retired Mike Tyson, Kevin McBride (34-4-1)

Mollo was all over McBride as he scored a knockdown in round one and dropped him two more times in round two before the fight was stopped.

Mollo also defeated Art Binkowski (16-1) in two rounds in a battle of two Chicago based heavyweights that took place just outside the City limits and was a much anticipated turf war.

Mollo then took on multiple time world title challenger Andre Golota (40-6-1) as part of the Roy Jones – Felix Trinidad undercard at Madison Square Garden.

The battle was a tremendous action fight where Mollo fought very hard and was praied for his toughness as he took many big shots before dropping a unanimous decision.

Unfortunately, Mollo was stopped in two rounds by multiple time world title challenger Jameel McCline (38-9-3) in China.

Mollo came back score an eight round unanimous decision over Billy Zimbrun and in his last bout, Mollo fought to an eight round draw with Gary Gomez on August 6 in Chicago.

The exciting co-feature will be an eight round Middleweight clash between Isaac Rodrigues and Russell Jordan.

Rodrigues of Brazil and now residing in West Berlin, New Jersey has a record of 17-1 with thirteen knockouts.

Rodrigues will be looking for redemption of sorts as he was well on his way to fighting for a world title until he was upended by Samuel Miller (20-4) in seven rounds back on October 2nd at the Turning Stone Casino and Resort.

Rodrigues has signature wins over Brian Vera (16-3) and has won the WBO Latino Super Middleweight title and defended it one time.

Jordan is looking to do what he does best and that is play spoiler.

Jordan of Rochester, New York has a record of 15-8 with ten knockouts.

Jordan has been in with the likes of undefeated contender James Kirkland (10-0); Oscar Doaz (23-1); currant undisputed Middleweight champion Sergio Martinez (40-1-1); former welterweight world champion Luis Collazo (28-3) undefeated prospect Shawn Porter (12-0) and in his last bout, Jordan dropped a hotly contested battle with Jose Angel Rodriguez (15-1-2) on August 27th in Dover, Delaware for the vacant IBA North American Middleweight title.

Jordan has sprung many upsets on his record.

Jordan won the New York State Welterweight title with a sixth round stoppage over Kemal Kolenovic (8-2-2); Jordan has defeated the likes of Maximino Cuevas (6-1-1) by third round stoppage; Kaseem Wilson (9-0-1) by third round stoppage; Alphonso Williams (10-2) by unanimous decision and Larry Mosley (15-1-2) by unanimous decision.

A full undercard has been assembled as exciting female Super Featherweight scheduled for six rounds, Amanda Serrano (7-0-1, 4 KO’s) of Brooklyn, New York will rematch Ela Nunez (9-7-1, 2 KO’s) of Jamestown, NY.

The two fought a toe to toe slugfest on November 20, 2009 that ended in a draw.

In a six round Welterweight bout, Kenny Abril (11-3-1, 6 KO’s) of Rochester, NY will take on Stephen Scott (5-2) of Albany, New York.

Also seeing action will be Super Middleweight Andy Mejias (8-0, 4 KO’s) of Utica, NY in a six round bout against an opponent to be named.

Derrick Evans of Utica, NY will be making his pro debut in a four round bout in a Light Heavyweight bout.

Steve Tyner (1-1-1) of Albany, NY will see action in a four round Light heavyweight bout.

Tickets for this championship night of boxing are priced at just $60; $45 and $ 35 and be purchased the Showroom Box Office by calling (1 800 833 SHOW) or at all Ticketmaster outlets by calling (315 472 0700)

The Turning Stone Casino and Resort is located at:

5218 Patrick Road
Verona, NY 13478
(315) 361-8248