Women's Boxing Action in Germany By Torben L. July 31, 2007 Flash Photo Slideshow!

(JULY 31) Regina Halmich made her penultimate appearance in the ring last Saturday, in Düsseldorf. She announced long ago, that she wants to retire before her 31st birthday. However, her injury earlier this year forced her to postpone her title...Wendy Rodriguez...Full Story

Hernandez -Dierdorff Title Bout Postponed By Bernie McCoy August 1, 2007 photo: Dierdorff-(L)

(AUG 1) The North American Boxing Federation announced today that the ten round bout between Melissa Hernandez and Brooke Dierdorff for the vacant NABF featherweight title, scheduled for Friday in Doraville, GA, has ...Full Story

Tonight: Galassi to rematch with Taskova July 31, 2007

(JULY 31) Tonight at the in Pavia, Italy, and televised on  Eurosport, Simona Galassi, 4-0-1 (3 KOs),  will be fighting Svetla Taskova, 4-20-1 (1 KOs in a rematch. Galassi won by a decision the first time they fought.

Chevelle Hallback: Fighter of the Month! July 31, 2007

(JULY 31) WBAN is proud to announce that Chevelle Hallback has been named WBAN's August 2007 "Fighter of the Month". Hallback fought a great bout this month against Terri Blair that was televised on Fox Sports Net.

Dunaway Returns from Germany July 30, 2007

(JULY 30) WBAN received a latest update on Hollie Dunaway.  Dunaway got back last week from spending some time in Germany, as a sparring partner to Regina Halmich.  Halmich just fought Wendy..Full Story

Latest Update on Frida Wallberg July 29, 2007

(JULY 29) Frida Wallberg, 6-0-0 (1 KOs), of Gøteborg, Sweden, last fought on June 17, 2005, at the SAS Radisson in Aarhus, Denmark, when Frida won the vacant WIBF Intercontinental Junior Lightweight title with a unanimous over Zarika Njeri of Kenya. After that fight WBAN...Full Story

Matchmaker's Hotlist! July 29, 2007

(JULY 29) WBAN has updated the "Matchmaker's Hotlist" on the records site. We have removed some boxers off the list who have not fought for awhile, and added new boxers matchups on the list. If you wish to be on matchup, contact WBAN!  

More Results from Germany July 28, 2007

(JULY 28) In two more title bouts that took place on the same card as Regina Halmich,  Ina Menzer , won a 10-round unanimous decision over Jazmin Rivas. Also, Hulya Sahin won an 10-round unanimous decision over Delia Lopez.

Quick Results: Halmich Retains Title July 28, 2007

(JULY 28) Tonight in Germany, Regina Halmich , now 53-1-1 (16 KO), won a 10-round unanimous decision over Wendy Rodriguez, now 18-4-3 (3 KO). Regina retained her WIBF Flyweight title.  Scores were 98-93, 98 93, 96-95.

Hot Off the Press: Wang Ya Nan defeats Ramsey July 28, 2007

(JULY 28) Results have just come in from China. Wang Ya Nan, 156.9, of China defeated Laura Ramsey, 160, in a 10-round una. decision, and she won the WIBA Middleweight title. Scores were 97-93, 97-93 and 98-93.

Martin's fight off with Couch July 28, 2007 Photo: Mary Ann Owen

(JULY 28) WBAN has been notified that the Christy Martin   - Jane Couch  fight is off.  We received documented notification, via insiders, that the promoter, has cancelled the fight between Martin and Couch for the WBC 140-lb title.  The two were supposed to fight on November 3..Full Story

Tonight: Three Women's Title Bouts in Germany July 28, 2007 Photo: Sue TL Fox

(JULY 28) Tonight at the Burg-Waechter Castello, in Dusseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, and promoted by Universum Box Promotion, there will be three women's boxing title bouts on this card.  In one of the mainliners, Regina Halmich, 52-1-1 (16 KO), of Karlsruhe, Germany, will be facing Wendy Rodriguez, 18-3-3 (3 KO), Los Angeles, California, U.S.A., in a 10-round bout, where Regina will defend her WIBF Flyweight title.  Full Story

Tonight: Lovato to fight Juarez July 28, 2007

(JULY 28) Tonight at the Sky City Casino, in Acoma, NM, Monica Lovato, 10-1-0 (4 KO), of Albuquerque, New Mexico, will be fighting Mariana Juárez, 14-4-3 (8 KOs), of Mexico City, Mexico. The two will be fighting for the IBA Bantamweight title.

Weigh-in in China! July 27, 2007 Photo: Sue TL Fox

(JULY 27) The weigh-in was held today for tomorrow night's boxing event in Shanghai, China. Laura Ramsey, of the United States will be fighting Wang Ya Nan. Ramsey weighed in at 160 lbs. (72.575 Kilograms), and Wang, 156.9 (71.2 kilograms). The two will be fighting 10-rounds, for the WIBA Middleweight Title.  Full Story

Zhang Wins by a decision over Mazelanik July 26, 2007

(JULY 26) Last night at the Sichuan Statium Center, Chengdu, China, Zhang Xi Yan, 113¼, won a 10-round unanimous decision over Pia Mazelanik, 114¾. Final Judges scores were 97-93, 97-93, and 99-91.

(JULY 26) Tonight at the Sagebrush Cantina, in Calabasas, California, and promoted by Cabral Enterprises, Catarina De La Cruz will be fighting in a rematch against Hailee Lanker in a 4-rd bout on the undercard.

WBAN adds YouTube Video produced by Kristy Follmar! July 26, 2007

(JULY 26) WBAN has just posted a YouTube video produced by retired boxer Kristy Follmar. The video is about her organization called "Rock Steady Boxing Foundation. To check out the latest Video, go here!

Open Letter to WBAN regarding NABF Stripping of Featherweight Title from Jeri Sitzes.. July 25, 2007

(JULY 25) WBAN received an open letter from Team Sitzes in regards to the NABF stripping of her Featherweight title. Team Sitzes said the following:  We were forced to withdraw because Jeri Sitzes suffered a very personal tragedy...While in training camp preparing for the upcoming Title Defense scheduled for August 3rd..Open Letter

Dunaway to fight Ortega July 25, 2007

(JULY 25) On August 3rd, at the Ameristar Casino, in St. Charles, Missouri, and promoted by Rumble Time Promotions, Hollie Dunaway, 19-5-0 (10 KO),  will be fighting Mary Elizabeth Ortega, 30-3-1 (7 KO), of Kansas City, Missouri.

Hot Off the Press! Velez to fight Sitzes July 24, 2007

(JULY 24) In a fight that has a high likelihood of being a barn-burner, former world IBA world champion Ada "The Ace" Velez, 14-2-2 (6 KOs), of Hollywood, Florida,  will be fighting Jeri Sitzes, 12-6-1 (5 KOs), of Sprngfield,  in a six-rounder bout on ESPN2 on August 10th, at the Springfield Expo Center, in Springfield, Missouri.  Full Story

Hernandez/Dierdorff Bout for NABF Crown By Bernie McCoy July 24, 2007

Jill Diamond, Chairwoman of the female division of the North American Boxing Federation, announced that Melissa Hernandez  and Brooke Dierdorff  will meet, August 3, for the vacant NABF featherweight title. Dierdorff replaces Jeri Sitzes, the former NABF champion, whose title was vacated earlier this week by the sanctioning body.  Full Story

Alcanter and ChildSeek Network team up to "Fight for the Missing" Source: Press Release July 23, 2007

(JULY 23) On July 27, 2007, at 8:00 p.m, at the Community America Ballpark, T-Bones Stadium, 1800 Village West Parkway, Kansas City, Kansas, pro female boxer Franchesca Alcanter, the ChildSeek Network will bring the faces of missing children to the ring. This will be the First Ever Professional Female MMA bout in Kansas..Full Story

Results From Germany! July 22, 2007

(JULY 22) Last night in Festzelt, Hattersheim-Eddersheim, Anja Henning, won a 10-round unanimous decision over Borislava Goranova. Also, super flyweight Magdalena Dahlen won a four-round unanimous decision over her unk. opponent.

Latest Update on Past Boxer - Tiffany Logan!  July 23, 2007

(JULY 23) WBAN received a latest update on past boxer, who retired about six years ago, and she sent a letter to us. Tiffany told WBAN the following: "I just wanted to let the boxing world know what I am doing now.  Full Story

Open Letter: Jeri Sitzes By Jeri Sitzes July 21, 2007 ©Photo by Mary Ann Owen

Thank you to all the friends and fans who took the time to express their concern during this trying time for my family and I. I also wanted to publicly announce I still plan to defend my N.A.B.F. title against Melissa Hernandez  without any..Full Story

Ali Set to Tie the Knot July 21, 2007

(JULY 21) At the end of this month, Laila Ali  will be getting married.  Ali was quoted as saying that she still plans to return to boxing.  In the news media she said, “I am in the process of setting up my post boxing career.”   More

Malpartida Wins over Morales July 21, 2007

(JULY 21) On Thursday, in Irvine, California, Peruvian Kina Malpartida, who now fights out of California, improved her record to 7-1-0 (1KO), when she won a four-round unanimous decision over Crystal Morales, Oxnard, California, now 6-7-1(1KO).

Kuronya settles suit with USA Boxing July 20, 2007

(JULY 20) PORTLAND, Maine -- A female Golden Gloves boxing champion and the Portland Boxing Club have settled a federal civil rights lawsuit with USA Boxing.  Lisa Kuronya...Full Story on Boston Globe

One on One Interview with Mia St. John By Sue TL Fox July 19, 2007

(JULY 19) This week WBAN had an opportunity to interview Mia St. John.  St. John talks about the sport, her future plans, some sound advice for other women boxers, and more!   Interview

Nikki Adams Added to WBAN! July 18, 2007

(JULY 18) WBAN has just added amateur boxing champion, Nikki Adams, from Leeds, England to our Boxer Profiles segment!   Adams, born in Leeds, England, first began boxing at the age of 12 years old. Adams began ..Full Biography

Latest changes on upcoming WIBA Title Bouts July 17, 2007

(JULY 17) WBAN received an update from WIBA's Ryan Wissow.  He reported that Leatitia Robinson has suffered an injured wrist and has pulled out of her July 28th WIBA Title..Full Story

Barber wins by unanimous decision over Talmadge! July 17, 2007

(JULY 17) Saturday night in San Jose, California, in the co-main event, Jennifer Barber, 124½, won a four-round unanimous decision over Cynthia Talmadge, 124¼. Final judges scores were 40-36.

New and old faces in ProSieben Fight night Translated by Torben L. July 16, 2007 Press Release-German

(JULY 16) According to ProSieben / Spotlight today revealed some of the program for the next ProSieben fight night, which will take place in Düsseldorf on September 7th.  Susianna Kentikian remains the main attraction, and her fight will be one of the two shown live in the show starting at 10:15 pm.. Kentikian, 17-0-0,  will be defending her WBA Flyweight title against Shanee Martin, 8-3-0, of England.  Full Story

Final Tribute to mother of Jeri Sitzes July 15, 2007

(JULY 15) WBAN received notice earlier today, that female boxer Jeri Sitzes' mother passed away on Friday, July 13th,  after having an extended illness. WBAN would like to offer our sincere condolences to Sitzes, and her family.

Women's Boxing on Fox Sports Net: "THINK!" By Bernie McCoy July 15, 2007 Photo by Mary Ann Owen

The International Business Machine company, known to most as IBM, had, at one time, a one word directive for it's employees, "THINK;" a simple, declarative reminder that when doing business, it is best to give thought to all aspects of the enterprise. Upon reflection, one wishes that those connected with the three bout female boxing card ...Full Story

Bonilla Wins by decision July 14, 2007

(JULY 14) Last night at the Million Dollar Elm Casino, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Nancy Bonilla of Camy, Puerto Rico, won a four-round unanimous decision over Stephanie Dobbs , of Moore....Full Story (Dobbs talks to WBAN about the fight)

Tonight: Barber vs. Talmadge July 14, 2007

(JULY 14) Tonight at the San Jose Civic Auditorium, in San Jose, California, two-Time National Amateur Champion Jennifer Barber , will be back in action when she fights San Francisco's Cynthia Talmadge, who is making her pro debut.

Results: Women's National Golden Gloves Tournament By Yvonne Reis July 13, 2007

(JULY 13) WBAN has received the latest results from the Women's National Golden Gloves Tournament, that is taking place at the Marriott Hollywood Beach Resort, 2501 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL, from July 10th-14th.  Tickets: $15. Information 954-925-1143.  Results

Lovato's Opponent Named July 12, 2007

(JULY 12) WBAN has received info that Monica Lovato, of New Mexico,  will be fighting Mariana Juárez  on July 28, 2007 in Acoma, New Mexico.  Lovato was originally supposed to fight Melinda Cooper, but Cooper dropped off the card.  

Ashley to fight Vazquez July 12, 2007

(JULY 12) Tonight at the Paradise Theater, in Bronx, New York, and promoted by Star Boxing, Alicia Ashley  is set to fight Rocio "La Tejanita" Vazquez.  The two will be fighting an eight round bout.

Latest News from Germany By Torben L. July 11, 2007

(JULY 11) Universum has added a third women's world championship fight to their July 28, 2007 card at the Burg-Wächter Castello in Düsseldorf, Germany,  Hulya Sahin, of Germany,  will be defending her Junior WIBF Flyweight title against a yet unnamed opponent.  Full Story

The Countess' Last Bout by Terry Graham July 10, 2007

(JULY 10) Much has been written on the "Mysterious Woman of Big John Flats" over the years in local papers of the Wrightwood area. Even though she provided much local color in the area's history, it has been hard to..Full Story

Pechanga Card this Thursday July 10, 2007

(JULY 10) FSN’s Best Damn Sports Show Period will host a special night of women’s championship boxing, when it presents IFBA Championship Boxing from Pechanga Casino Resort this Thursday night July 12, 2007 at 8 PM. Full Story

Barber Back in Action July 10, 2007

(JULY 10)Two-Time National Amateur Champion Jennifer Barber , will be back in action on Saturday, July 14th at the San Jose Civic Auditorium. Which is located at 145 W San Carlos St. San Jose, Ca 95113 ...More

Serrano sends an Open Letter By Cindy Serrano July 9, 2007

(JULY 9) WBAN had an opportunity to talk with Cindy Serrano earlier today by phone, and she talked about her latest fight with Melissa Fiorentino, and about a cut that she incurred in the second round, that ended up having to require 20 plus stitches after the fight.  Serrano also sent an open letter to WBAN to publish, for those she wanted to talk with after the fight, but was unable to do so.  Full Story

Maureen Shea: "What's Next?" By Bernie McCoy July 8, 2007

Maureen Shea once told me that she was a fan, "a big fan" of the New York Yankees. This is not surprising for someone who grew up in the Bronx and who still has the sound of that borough in her voice. Thus, an analogy with one of the all-time Yankee greats is not too much of a stretch. Lou Gehrig hit 493 home runs and had a lifetime batting average of .340 over a seventeen year career with the ...Full Story

Fiorentino Wins NABF title July 8, 2007

(JULY 8) Last night at the Joe Bruno Stadium, in Troy, New York, and promoted by Pugnacious Promotions, Melissa Fiorentino, of Cranston, Rhode Island, now 16-1-0 (6 KO),
won an eight round unanimous decision over Cindy Serrano, of Queens, New York, now 15-1-1 (7 KO), and became NABF’s first super featherweight world champion. The final judges’ scores were 79-73 on all cards.  More

Shea Wins by Decision over Gerula July 7, 2007 Photo: Mary Ann Owen Photo Gallery #435

(JULY 7) Last night in Reno, Nevada, Maureen Shea, 126, of New York, now 11-0-0 (5KO),  won a six-round unanimous decision over Olivia Gerula, 128, now 7-9-2 (2KO).

Latest Update Melinda Cooper July 6, 2007

(JULY 6) WBAN learned earlier today that Melinda Cooper   has dropped off the boxing card where she would have fought  Monica Lovato on July 28, 2007, in Acoma, New Mexico, for the IBA Junior Bantamweight world title. We followed up on that information and contacted the Cooper Camp to find out what was going on.  Full Story

Talmadge-Barber on Riot Card July 6, 2007

The Talmadge-Barber battle is part of a 6 bout card promoter by Jerry Hoffman's 12 Sports Productions. As matchmaker, Hoffman has a State, Jr. Welterweight Championship bout in the 10 round Main Event. Jesus "Chuy" Rodriguez (14-2 Salinas) vs. Hector "The Monsoose" Alatorre (14-1 Tulare). "It's the most compelling and.....Full Story

Hernandez to fight McCarter in exhibition bout July 5, 2007

(JULY 5) This Friday, July 6th, at the Orleans Resort & Casino, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Layla McCarter will be fighting Melissa Hernandez in an exhibition (with headgear).   The doors will open at 6 pm and the first bout..More

Photo Gallery: All Women's Card in Temecula July 4, 2007

(JULY 4) WBAN has just posted a Huge Photo Gallery #434,  of the All-Women's card that just took place on July 2nd, in Temecula, California. The gallery includes Elena Reid  vs. Shin Hee Choi, Kelsey Jeffries  vs. Donna Biggers, Chevelle Hallback  vs. Terri Blair, Melissa Shaffer vs. Sandra Ortiz, and Brooke Dierdorff  vs. Elizabeth Villarreal. Their are photos of all the fights and behind the scenes at the weigh-in. Login to gallery.

Kühne vs. Muñoz fight cancelled due to injury July 4, 2007

(JUL 4) The Ramona Kuehne  vs. Loly Muñoz Garcia has been canceled. The fight was scheduled to take place in Mehrzweckhalle Großziethen, on July 6th.  Ramona sustained a shoulder injury two weeks ago.

Just In:  Shea to fight Gerula! July 3, 2007

(JUL 3) On July 6, 2007, at the Eldorado Hotel & Casino, in Reno, Nevada, Maureen Shea, of New York, will be fighting canadian Olivia Gerula, in a six-round bout on the undercard.  This has the potential to be a very interesting and competitive matchup!

San Francisco's Cynthia Talmadge to make pro debut July 3, 2007

(JULY 3) San Francisco Bay Area native and former Golden Gloves champion, Cynthia Talmadge, makes her much-awaited pro debut July 14th at the San Jose Civic Center in San Jose, CA, when she..Full Story

Quick Results: All Women’s Card.. Photo by Mary Ann Owen July 3, 2007

(JULY 3) Last night at the Pechanga Resort & Casino, in Temecula, California, and promoted by Roy Englebrecht Promotions, there was an all-women’s card. Full Story

Martin Wins by Points over Taskova July 2, 2007

(JULY 2) Last Friday in Manchester, Greater Manchester, England Flyweight Shanee Martin, of Colchester, U.K., now  8-3-0 (4 KOs) won by points over Svetla Taskova, Sofia, Bulgaria, now 4-20-1 (1 KOs)  in a six round bout.