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World class professional boxing, featuring some of the finest young prospects in the world, returns to the Valencia Ballroom in York, Pennsylvania on Saturday, November 8, presented by TKO Boxing Promotions.
“We were thrilled with the event in July, the fans were terrific and we’re very happy to return next month with another great card at the Valencia Ballroom” said Chet Koerner, President of TKO Boxing Promotions.
Headlining the seven bout action packed card is York, Pennsylvania ’s own Carney “Beeper” Bowman in the main event. The 25 year old Bowman, 11-0 with four knockouts, is coming off a unanimous decision win over Alex Perez in their lightweight bout on July 26 at the Valencia Ballroom.
Also returning to the Valencia Ballroom ring is local favorite Steve Weimer. The undefeated 19 year old welterweight will look to continue the fast start of his professional career which has seen him win his first two bouts, both by knockout.
Making his professional debut will be 2008 Ghana Olympic Team captain, middleweight Bastie “The Beats” Samir. The much talked about 22 year old has moved to Las Vegas to start his professional career, following an amateur stint which saw him build a record of 96-7.
Junior welterweight prospect Terrance Crawford will also see action on Saturday, November 8. The 21 year old Omaha, Nebraska native, 4-0 (2), is coming off a unanimous decision win over Aaron Anderson on August 22 in Iowa City, Iowa.
Nineteen year old welterweight Raul Tovar, 5-0 (2), will look to stay unbeaten in a six round bout. The Mission, Texas native is coming off a six round unanimous decision win over Marcus Brashears in San Antonio, Texas on July 16.
Master of ceremonies for the evening will be nationally known ring announcer Thomas Treiber.
Much more information on this card will be announced shortly.
The Valencia Ballroom is located at 142 N.. George St in the downtown area of York, PA. Tickets, with a five dollar discount prior to fight night, are on sale in advance at www.tix.com or by calling 800-595-4849. Doors will open on the night of the event at 6:30pm with the first bell at 7:30pm.
Formed earlier this year, the Las Vegas based TKO Boxing Promotions stable also includes; junior middleweight Anthony Thompson, middleweight James Countryman, lightweight Rolando Reyes, the sister team of Katie and Emily Klinefelter, super bantamweight Rafael Valenzuela and junior flyweight Austreberto Juarez.
Further information on TKO Boxing Promotions can be viewed at www.tkoboxingpromotions.com
