Alderete now at Hideout Gym

Near-light heavyweight Mike Alderete has swapped camps, from Bernie Sanchez’s TUFF Gym, to the Romero’s Hideout Gym. Alderete has been there since August and is down to 180 lbs. “I’m thankful for everything Bernie Sanchez has done,” says Alderete. Alderete has a fight in Montreal in December at 173 lbs. Stay tuned. Read More »

Burke’s Blog: Cruces update

Burke’s Blog by Louie Burke Last weeks National PAL’s were somewhat of a rollercoaster ride, with Las Cruces PAL, winning all of their opening bouts. Ayana Vasquez and Siju Shabazz advanced to the finals, Ayana in a division above her regular fighting weight and Siju, with an injured shoulder and elbow. Read More »

“Latin Invasion 2″ fight...

TODAY: A final press conference open to the public will take place Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Camino Real, downtown El Paso for Friday night’s “Latin Invasion 2″ card featuring Hector Camacho Jr. vs. Yory Boy Campas. TOMORROW: The official weigh-in, also open to the public, takes place at Casa Nissan in El Paso. Begins at 11:30. Fighters... Read More »