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In a proud moment for the local fight scene, World Boxing Association (WBA) super flyweight champion Jasmine Artiga was honored with a special proclamation by Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the sport of boxing and her lasting impact on the community. A Tampa native, Artiga has …

The World Boxing Association (WBA) honored the legend and pioneer of women’s boxing, Christy Martin, on Friday night. The president of the organization, Gilberto Jesus Mendoza, designated the American as a lifetime champion for her contribution to the sport and for having set the path for the growth of women …

The Boxing Writers Association of America (BWAA) held its annual awards ceremony on Thursday night  in New York, where the president of the World Boxing Association, Gilberto Jesus Mendoza, was present to accompany the guests.  With the presence of the two main protagonists of the night, which were Naoya Inoue …

Panama and Venezuela celebrated the life of Gilberto Mendoza, President Emeritus of the World Boxing Association (WBA), who passed away eight years ago, with masses held in the capitals of both countries.  Panama officiated a mass in the morning  with the presence of several trainers, fighters and promoters, as well …

This weekend was held the Annual Award Ceremony of the Japanese National Commission with the best of boxing during 2023 and with Naoya Inoue as the star of the show with two of the most important awards of the night.  Inoue was presented with the best boxer of the year …

Boxing legend Alfonso Zamora received a tribute from the World Boxing Association (WBA) in an event held on Tuesday in his native country. With the presence of Saúl Saucedo, renowned doctor and member of the board of directors of the pioneer organization, a small ceremony was held in which Zamora …

NABO WELTERWEIGHT TITLEHOLDER ALEXIS “LEX” ROCHA HONORED BY CALIFORNIA STATE AND LOCAL SANTA ANA OFFICIALS WITH MURAL UNVEILING & FAN EVENT IN DOWNTOWN SANTA ANA L-R: Mario “Pops” Diaz, owner of Next Round Bar and Grill; Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento; Artist Jose Ortiz; NABO Titleholder Alexis Rocha; Councilmember Johnathan Hernandez; Manny …

The late Calvin Inalsingh, one of the most illustrious and renowned sports physicians and a great member of the World Boxing Association (WBA) family, was awarded the National Chaconia Silver Medal Award post mortem in Trinidad and Tobago for his contribution to medicine and philanthropy.  Inalsingh passed away in March …

World Boxing Association (WBA) featherweight champion Leigh Wood was honored this weekend by his hometown ice hockey team, the Nottingham Panthers. The English champion of the pioneer organization was invited to the arena and received the crowd’s standing ovation and an acknowledgement for his representation of the city in boxing. …

ICYMI GOLDEN BOY SUPERSTARS MARLEN ESPARZA AND WILLIAM ZEPEDA HONORED AT WBA CENTENNIAL CONVENTION HALL OF FAMERS BERNARD HOPKINS AND MIGUEL COTTO ALSO INCLUDED AS DISTINGUISHED GUESTS OF SPECIAL CEREMONY  Mandatory Credit: Tom Hogan / WBA ORLANDO, FL (December 21, 2022): Several of Golden Boy’s heavy hitters were honored at …

The two-division world champion is recognized for his work in the community and being an inspiration to Latino children in Philadelphia. Danny Garcia laughs at the recollection. He was 26 years old the first time he bought a suit. He remembers busting on Amir Khan because he wore suits. The …

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