Danny 'Little Red' Lopez ~ Career

[Bill Paxtom]

February 5, 1977

Danny Lopez vs. David Kotey ~ 'The Rematch'

Daniel Kotey {Manager and Brother of former WBC Champion - David Kotey} exercised
his 'option' for a rematch.

Daniel Kotey had until February 6, 1977 {Midnight} to have contracts signed and filed with
the World Boxing Council.

But, Daniel Kotey asked the WBC for a 4-Week Delay, until March 9th to have the deposits
ready.

David Kotey also stated that the Accra Sports Stadium was under minor repairs, and additional
time would be required before staging the bout there.

Kotey said that April 30th would be the best time for the bout, as his
brother {David} had just recovered from injuries sustained in the November 6th bout.

Howie Steindler protested, and said that he would start negotiations with The Forum for an
April 9th date.