Rising to the Top: Katie Taylor's Journey on Anthony Joshua's Undercards August 30, 2024

(AUG 30) Katie Taylor's meteoric rise in professional boxing is a testament to her unparalleled talent and determination. The Irish sensation has arguably been the most important figure in women's boxing over the last decade, at least if Eddie Hearn is to be believed. He stated on an episode of the popular "The Overlap" podcast that KT...Full Story

Elia Carranza Wins by TKO over Chris Namus by Ron Scarfone August 28, 2024

(AUG 28) Elia “Soul Snatcher” Carranza of Miami, Florida defeated former IBF world super welterweight champion Chris “El Bombon Asesino” Namus of Montevideo, Uruguay on Saturday, August 24. The bout was scheduled for eight rounds in the super welterweight division.  The event was originally scheduled to be at the Miccosukee Casino & Resort in Miami, but the venue was changed to the Reception Palace Ballrooms...Full Story

1923: Jeanne La Mar Receives the First Report Boxing License in the United States by Sue TL Fox August 26, 2024

(AUG 26) We have found throughout the years that we find many believing that this or that female professional boxer was the first to receive a professional boxing license in the United States.  When I first began covering the history of women's boxing----even I had it wrong!  I thought that it had all began with Caroline Svendsen, who received a professional boxing license in the state of Nevada in 1975.  Little did I know that before 1975, that Barbara Buttrick and others were licensed in the 1950s-1960s, according to Buttrick, an icon in the sport from that era.  Full Story

Samoan boxing prospect “Iron” Fei Faiva-A Diamond in the Rough Source:  PR/Bob Trieger August 26, 2024

(AUG 26) BROOKLYN  – Promising boxing prospect “Iron” Fei Faiva (6-0-1, 4 KOs) has taken a circuitous route from her native Samoa to Brooklyn in pursuit of her prizefighting career. The 22-year-old lightweight is preparing to return to the ring next month in Georgia to fight on her largest platform to date. Samoa, perhaps, is best known in sports for producing rugby players, linemen in football and, of course, pro wrestlers. Not many elite boxers..Full Story

Latest News for Professional Boxing in the Middle East With their goal to have First Arab World Champion Source:  PR August 26, 2024

(AUG 26) ABU DHABI, U.A.E. -- The Middle East Professional Boxing (MEPB) commission has become a pivotal group working behind the scenes to support efforts by Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) and United Arab Emirates (Dubai and Abu Dhabi) to successfully challenge Las Vegas and New York City as premier hubs for the “Sweet Science”.  Full Story

Argentina:  Maria Magdalena Rivera Wins by a Fifth Round TD over Jacqueline Calvo by WBAN August 24, 2024

(AUG 24) Last night at the Casino de Buenos Aires, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in a live boxing event, and promoted by the World Boxing Association, in one of the mainliners, Maria Magdalena Rivera, 111, won a fifth round technical decision in a scheduled ten-round bout against Jacqueline Calvo, 111 ½, when Calvo received several headbutts in the bout...Full Story

"Not Foxy Boxing" - Episode 2: Liz Drew by Kristy Rose Follmar August 23, 2024 Photo Credit: Courtesy

(AUG 23) An Interview series that is to send a message about "THE WHY" it is so important to keep Olympic Boxing Alive for our young fighters! Liz Drew is a retired professional female boxer. Liz shares some of her troubled past and her reasons for wanting to learn to defend herself. She later reveals the darkside of boxing management and how she had to take it upon herself to find coaches who would protect her by teaching her the Art of Boxing.  Full Story with Video Interviews

Results of Two Female Bout on card in Tennessee August 19, 2024

(AUG 21) Last night at the Texas Troubadour Theatre, in Nashville, Tennessee, Precious Harris-McCray, 153¼, of Brooklyn, New York, won a six-round split decision over Sonya Dreiling, 158¾, of Albertville, Alabama. The final judges scores were 56-58, 59-55, and 58-56.  In a second female bout, Sarah Click, 127 1/2, from Orlando, Florida, won a four-round majority..Full Details

Episode 2: Grassroots of Women's Boxing: Trailblazer Pat Emerick who Paved the way for Women's Boxing by Sue TL Fox Copyrighted photos: Mary Ann Owen August 19, 2024

(AUGUST 19, 2024) Yesterday, I received news that 1940-1950's pioneer female boxer, Pat Emerick passed away yesterday at the age of 93 years old.  In 2019, I had the pleasure of meeting Pat and her family at our International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame that was held in Brisbane, California, where Pat was inducted into the class of 2019.  I would like to re-share a great article that was written about Emerick in a tribute to her trailblazing efforts in the sport of women's boxing, when women's boxing was not cool. Full Story

Tongan Nailini Helu retains South Pacific title against Hamilton's Tinta Smith by Benjamin Watt August 18, 2024

(AUG 18) The rematch between Tongan-born New Zealander Nailini Helu and Maori Hamilton boxer Tinta Smith for the South Pacific (PBCNZ version) title ended in a repeat, with Helu winning by Split Decision.  It has been one whole year since Nailini Helu has been in the boxing ring, and it is becoming difficult for Helu to find fights in New Zealand. When Helu found out there was an opportunity for a rematch against Tinta Smith... Full Story

Ryu Kyung Suh and Kanae Maehara Fight to a Draw by Ron Scarfone August 17, 2024

(AUG 17) Minimumweight contender Ryu Kyung Suh of South Korea and Kanae Maehara of Japan fought to a majority draw in a six-round bout at the Yugwansun Gymnasium in Cheonan, South Korea on Thursday, August 15. The total scores of the judges were 58-56 in favor of Suh and 57-57 from the other two judges. The fight was in the minimumweight division which has a weight limit of 105 pounds. Both boxers weighed 104¼ pounds.  Full Story

New Zealander Nicila Costello becomes two-division Australian boxing champion in rematch by Benjamin Watt August 17, 2024

(AUG 17) Hawarden, New Zealand born boxer Nicila Costello has become a two division Australian National boxing champion after knocking out her opponent in the first round in a rematch.  On Saturday night at the Mansfield Tavern in Queensland, Australia, Nicila Costello faced Sarah Watt in a rematch for the vacant Australian national Super Flyweight title. The two first met in the ring in November 2023, ending in a majority decision draw. This time, Costello got her revenge, as she did ...Full Story

Three "Firsts" Take Place at the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame - April 4-5, 2025! August 15, 2024

(AUG 15) On April 4-5, 2025, at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada, the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame, "Night of the Stars 2", a two-day Hall of Fame event will take place again in Vegas. With our event now a two-day affair for the second year----we have three (3) "Firsts" taking place with our event. Full Story

Maureen Shea Wins an Eight Round Decision over Beata Dudek Source:  PR/Bob Trieger August 13, 2024

(AUG 13) WORCESTER, Mass. – Two fighters from Florida shined under the stars last night in most beautiful ballpark in the nation, Shearns Boxing Promotions (SBP) in conjunction with Kendrick Ball’s Camp Get Right Boxing presented “Punch-Out at Polar Park II”, at Polar Park in Worcester, Massachusetts.  Full Story

Three Female bouts Featured on Las Vegas Card at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino! by Sue TL Fox Photo Credits:  Cameo Allen/ WBAN Photographer August 12, 2024

(AUG 12) On Saturday night at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, promoted by Oscar De La Hoya/Tom Loeffler promoted an event featuring two women's fights on the card.  In one of the matches, Cecilia Braekhus, of Bergen, Norway, faced off against late replacement opponent Mari Cornejo, of Los Angeles, California.   Full Story

Tinta Smith gets big rematch before televised fight by Benjamin Watt August 9, 2024

(AUGUST 9) Just announced Hamilton's own Tinta Smith will get her rematch against Nailini Helu on the 17th of August at Te Rapa Racecourse before her televised fight on the 7th of September. Tinta Smith has had a busy year. She drew with Trish Vaka in March and won the first-ever New Zealand national cruiserweight title against Sequita Hemingway in May. Now, she is booked for two fights in August and September. Full Story

“Ireland’s” John Duddy has found Peace & Renewed Passion training people with Parkinson’s Disease for Moving Brain Foundation by PR/Bob Trieger August 8, 2024

(AUG 8) NEW YORK CITY (August 8, 2024) – Back in 2003, Irish amateur boxing star “Ireland’s” John Duddy moved from his native Derry, Ireland, to Queens, New York, where he became a phenom during his exciting seven-year professional boxing career.  The combination of his entertaining style of boxing, matinee idol looks, and warm personality resulted in a tremendous grassroots campaign, largely through Irish pubs in New York City, which drew fans that nobody has come close to matching since Duddy retired from the ring in 2019 at the peak of his popularity with a 29-2 (18 KOs) record. With the most anticipated fight...Full Story

Las Vegas: Cecilia ‘The First Lady’ Braekhus to fight Maricela ‘La Diva’ Cornejo This Saturday August 8, 2024

(AUG 8) LAS VEGAS, NV – On Saturday night at the Mandalay Bay Hotel, in Las Vegas, Cecilia ‘The First Lady’ Braekhus, (37-2-1, 9 KOs), of Bergen, Norway will be fighting Maricela ‘La Diva’ Cornejo, (19-6), of Los Angeles, California. Braekhus was originally supposed to fight Ema Kozin, but she was unable to obtain a VISA to enter the United States. The two will be fighting for the vacant WBC Interim Super Welterweight title. Full Story

How Casino Entertainment Merges with Women's Boxing Events August 7, 2024

(AUG 7) Casino entertainment is increasingly intertwining with women's boxing, creating unique and exciting events. This fusion not only attracts a diverse audience but also boosts the popularity of both industries. By understanding this dynamic, you can appreciate the strategic importance of these collaborations.  In recent years, the synergy between casino entertainment and women's boxing has become more apparent...Full Story

Latest News: Fight Club OC Part Of New Concussion Research to Partner with NanoSomiX Source:  Press Release August 7, 2024

(AUG 7) Costa Mesa, CA – SOCA Fights and its award winning Fight Club OC shows are honored to announce that they have been chosen to partner with NanoSomiX in a first of its kind brain concussion study. NanoSomiX Inc. a leader in brain derived exosomes/extra cellular vesicles (BDE), is pleased to announce the initiation of a series of pioneering clinical studies for the assessment of changes in blood BDE in asymptomatic..Full Story

Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: What to Expect This November August 7, 2024

(AUG 7) Here is everything we know so far about the controversial Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match that was postponed once due to an ulcer that Tyson picked up just before the officially sanctioned professional fight. It has been rescheduled for November, and viewers worldwide will be able to stream the action live on Netflix.  Let’s dive in and take a closer look at what else we know about the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing bout that everyone has been talking about in 2024...Full Story

BrinxTV Presents: ‘Hit Like A Girl, Fight Like a Champion’ –  Baumgardner vs. Persoon WBC Title Fight on All-Female Boxing Card August 6, 2024

ATLANTA, GA - (AUG 6)  On September 27, 2024, the historic WBC Super Featherweight Championship bout, "Hit Like a Girl, Fight Like a Champion," featuring reigning champion Alycia Baumgardner defending her title against the #1 mandatory contender Delfine Persoon will take place on the Lux Stage at Trilith Studios in Atlanta, GA.  Full Story

Why are Boxing Commissions not doing more to oversee the matches we are seeing made in the sport? by Sue TL Fox August 5, 2024 Photo: Klaudia Ferenczi

(AUGUST 5)  We are continuing to see many crazy matchmaking fights that are taking place in the sport. WBAN implemented a database to watchdog some of the worst offenders in the sport that are validating the bouts that are featured on some of these boxing cards.  Boxing in general has a long history of injuries, controversies, and even deaths that have occurred ..Full Story

Alyssa Mendoza falls short in Olympic Boxing; Omari Jones & Jahmal Harvey look to medal on Saturday in quarterfinals Source:  PR/Bob Trieger August 3, 2024

(AUGUST 3) PARIS – Alyssa Mendoza fell short in the round of 16 with a 4-1 loss to Brazil’s Jucielen Cerqueira Romeu earlier yesterday (Friday) at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.  Mendoza kept the fight close as each featherweight boxer took one of the opening two rounds by a score of 3-2 to enter the final round tied up. Cerqueira Romeu ultimately won the final round 5-0 to earn the 4-1 split-decision victory over Mendoza.  Full Story

Olympic journey ends for USA boxers Jennifer Lozano & Morelle McCane Source: PR/Bob Trieger August 1, 2024

(AUG 1) PARIS  – Team USA fell short in both bouts Thursday morning as Jennifer Lozano's (Laredo, Texas) and Morelle McCane's (Cleveland, Ohio) Olympic journeys concluded. Lozano fell short to Finland's Pihla Kaivo-Oja via a unanimous decision. As for McCane, she lost to Uzbekistan's Navbakhor Khamidova on a 3-2 split decision. McCane went down 4-1 after the first round but responded in the second round with a 4-1 score for herself. Going into the third round all tied up, the Cleveland boxer came up just short and was defeated on a 3-2 split decision.  Full Story