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FIGHTER: Howard Davis Jr. – is one of the most decorated amateur boxers in U.S. history. In 1976 he not only won the Olympic Gold Medal as a Lightweight in Montreal, Canada but was also named the Outstanding Boxer and awarded the Val Barker Trophy. FIGHTER: Vince Phillips Sr. - Known as "Cool" Vince, Phillips turned pro in 1989 after a storied amateur career, in which he scored 90 victories in exactly 100 bouts. As a pro he fought many of the top names. His professional record was 48-12-1, with 34 KO’s.Fighter: “Diamond” David Santos – was regarded as the most accomplished amateur boxer in St. Petersburg history. As a professional, he was a three time world title challenger who was one of the true gentlemen of boxing. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, he grew up in St. Petersburg,Fl.lFighter: Petey Sarron was a member of the U. S. Olympic Team as a flyweight during the 1924 Olympics. He also had a very successful pro career winning the world title and successfully defending his belt twice before losing it to the great Henry Armstrong in 1937. His final ring record was 100-23-12.Fighter: Ezra Sellers - Won the IBO cruiserweight world championship against Carl Thompson in one of the most exciting bouts in European boxing history. His final record was 29-8 with 26 KO’s. He participated in many closet classics; that is, fights that flew under the radar but were classic.Fighter: James Warring – is a Miami resident (born and raised) who won world titles in both boxing and kickboxing. He knocked out James Prichard in just 24 seconds of the first round, His final career record was 18-4-1, with 11 KO’s.Trainer: Dave Clark – has trained and worked the corners of some of the best fighters to come out of the Miami area. He started many fighters as 10 year olds (or younger) and brought them through the amateur and professional ranks. Many champions relied on his expertise to advance their careers. Trainer: Lou Duva - is a legendary trainer and manager and has handled some of the most famous boxers in history including 19 World Champions. In addition, the Duva family has promoted boxing events in over 20 countries on six continents. He remains an outspoken advocate of fighter's rights.Trainer: Roberto Quesada – has been a successful boxing trainer for 36 years; 16 years with amateur boxing in Cuba and 20 years in professional boxing in the USA. He has worked with 15 world champions, and other high profile boxers, and has been involved in 57 world championship fights.Trainer: Luis Sarria - was one of the most interesting characters in the game, considered among Cubans to be the greatest fight trainer the nation ever produced. He had wit and a dignified manner that was the mirror of his good soul. In his native Cuba, he was the teacher and corner.Promoter: Henry Rivalta - In 2006 he made his debut as a promoter with Mayor Julio Martinez. He and Martinez produced nine events together before Henry created his own promotional company named “Top Level” and a gym “Top Level Boxing Gym” based in Miami, Florida. Media: Sharon Robb – Sharon Robb is a born and raised Floridian who has spent 30 years as a sports writer. After college she went to work immediately for the Hollywood (FL) Sun Tattler. After 10 years, covering all sports at the Sun Tattler, she was hired at the Sun-Sentinel.Media: Mort Sharnik - covered boxing and other sports for Sports Illustrated for many years. Later, he became president of boxing telecasts for CBS TV, and was a well respected boxing analyst and promoter and an advisor to the likes of George Foreman, Marlon Starling, Tyrone Booze and others.Official/Commission: Cy Gottfried – was a world class referee who had a long and respected career, beginning in early 1946 and working up to 1978, mostly in the Miami area. He worked many high profile events including Muhammad Ali, Sonny Liston, Floyd Patterson, Archie Moore, Ezzard Charles & more.Official/Commission: Michael Pernick – Started judging bouts in Chicago, Illinois in 1992. Since then he has traveled extensively, judging many title fights throughout the world. He moved to Florida and began judging in the Sunshine State in 1999. He Is affiliated with the WBO, the IBF and IBO.Official/Commission: Frank Skilbred – went everywhere for a fight, ''Bags packed, will travel,'' he used to say, flashing his patented smile. He was a well respected international boxing judge for three boxing organizations (IBF, WBO, and WBU), and Chief Judge for the Florida State Boxing CommissionParticipant: Benjamin "Evil Eye" Finkle is a legendary figure in the sport of boxing, known for his "Evil-Eye" hex during the Golden Age of Boxing; the 1930s and '40s. Finkle told local sports writers that his right eye, which was somewhat bloodshot, had "evil" powers.Participant: Brad Jacobs – was the Director of Alessi Promotions during its heyday. After leaving Tampa, he became the programming executive in charge of the very successful USA Network's Tuesday Night Fights. When that came to an end in 1998, he produced an innovative boxing/hip-hop show.Participant: Bernie LaFratta - worked for Bob Arum at Top Rank and was also the U. S. Representative for Italian promoter Rudolfo Sabatinni. Bernie was involved in several major boxing shows throughout the past four decades.Participant: Bruce Trampler - Foregoing a career in journalism, after graduating from Ohio University in 1971, Trampler dedicated his life to boxing. Eager to learn all aspects of the sport, he boxed as an amateur and worked as a trainer, promoter, ring announcer, publicist and matchmaker.
Boxing Achievement Award: Aaron Jacobs – is the chief executive manager for Fight Night Productions, LLC. Previously, he was operations manager for Artie Pelullo’s Banner Promotions and was an officer in Starfight Productions, Inc. Ed Levine – is President and a partner of the International Boxing Organization (IBO) was originally a New Yorker. He acquired an interest in the IBO in 1999 and retired from practicing law to concentrate on his boxing activities.
CLASS OF 2013
BOXING ACHIEVEMENT
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CLASS OF 2013  INDUCTION WEEKEND
JUNE 21, 22 & 23, 2013
WYNDHAM HOTEL
700 N. WESTSHORE BLVD
TAMPA, FL  33609
813-289-8200  booking code "BOXING"
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5 EXCITING EVENT OVER 3 DAYS
COCKTAIL PARTY, BOXING DAY SHOW,
GALA DINNER, BREAKFAST,
FORMAL INDUCTION CEREMONY
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Johnny Bos Class of 2009
Sadly Johnny passed this weekend. 
His gregarious personality will be missed.
 

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AT THE DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOTEL
This years event has some
exciting things going on


•Friday night  Vodka drinks                                   sponsored by Rude Bwoy.
•Special Prize drawing for our 5th                        Anniversary
•Saturday sparring session has                           something special
•Don Cogswell and guest have an                       interesting lecture involving                      our US Military