By Tim McCloskey
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SportsBOXING ROUNDUP: Brunson, Ortiz, Conquest, Ennis and Sparrow All Victorious in Busy Week for North Philly Boxers
It’s six months into 2017, we now have a front runner for Philly Fight of the Year. North Philly fighter Tyrone “Young Gun” Brunson knocked out ex-champ Kermit Cintron at…
Tim McCloskey | 06/28/2017 -
Local Business in KensingtonDanny Garcia Opens Up New Store in Kensington
Add “entrepreneur” to boxer Danny Garcia’s résumé. Hundreds of people braved the humidity and eventual downpour to attend the DSG store’s grand opening on Saturday. The line to get in…
Tim McCloskey | 06/21/2017 -
SportsTevin Farmer to Fight for World Title Shot, Called Out For Undercard of Mayweather-McGregor Superfight
North Philly junior lightweight contender Tevin Farmer (25-4-1 with 5 knockouts) and Australian Billy “The Kid” Dib (42-4 24KO) have been ordered to meet in a title elimination bout to…
Tim McCloskey | 06/15/2017 -
SportsPeguero, Boots Ennis and Hank Lundy Victorious in South Philly
It was a sold-out, thrilling night of boxing at the 2300 Arena in South Philly on Friday with mixed results for our neighborhood boxers. In the main event , fan…
Tim McCloskey | 06/08/2017 -
Features in FairmountJ. Russell Peltz Inducted into the AC Boxing Hall of Fame
It’s May, which means it’s Hall of Fame induction time in the boxing community. Last week, Spirit News reported on Wade Hinnant, George Hill and Frank Kubach’s induction into the…
Tim McCloskey | 05/31/2017 -
Profiles in BrewerytownWade Hinnant and George Hill Inducted into the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame
On Sunday, March 21 the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame inducted 15 new members, including two fighters with North Philly roots. The ceremony was held at Romano’s Catering in Juniata…
Tim McCloskey | 05/25/2017 -
SportsLocal Boxer TJ Velasquez Defeats Sanudo by Unanimous Decision
Friday at the 2300 Arena in South Philly, prospect Thomas “TJ” Velasquez (9-0 with 5 knockouts) of Lehigh Avenue and the Danny Garcia Gym in Kensington defeated Brandon Sanudo…
Tim McCloskey | 05/24/2017 -
Features in KensingtonFront Street Gym’s Frank Kubach Inducted Into the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame
On Sunday, March 21, the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame inducted Front Street Gym owner Frank Kubach into the class of 2017. The ceremony was held at Romano’s Catering…
Tim McCloskey | 05/24/2017 -
Sports“The Conqueror” Puts On Display at Latest SugarHouse Fight Night
Hats off to King’s Boxing Promotions for putting together another exciting sold-out night of boxing at the SugarHouse Casino last Friday night. In the main event of the evening, super…
Tim McCloskey | 05/19/2017 -
Sports“The Gift” Keeps on Winning at Latest Bout
On Saturday, April 29, 17-year-old Juniata Park resident Branden “The Gift” Pizarro extended his unbeaten streak to 5-0 with a four-round unanimous decision over Chris Gutierrez of Greenville, Texas in…
Tim McCloskey and Tyrell Walker | 05/02/2017 -
SportsBrazilian Jiu Jitsu Fighters Square Off, Including Fishtown-Trained Athlete
Two fighters with local roots were victorious at the Fight To Win 31 professional grappling Super Fight. The bouts were held at the 2300 Arena in South Philly on Friday.…
Tim McCloskey | 04/20/2017 -
News in KensingtonBoots Ennis and Manny Folly Rock the House at PHILLYSTRONG Boxing Event
Friday night, two local fighters shone at the Victory Boxing Promotions’ PHILLY STRONG event at the 2300 Arena in South Philly. In the main event, Jaron “Boots” Ennis…
Tim McCloskey | 04/05/2017