Hogue lands debut in Arizona

Albuquerque standout amateur Jazzma Hogue will be turning pro on July 10 in Phoenix, Ariz., against Emilio Garcia. If all goes well, he will be on the Aug. 7 fight card in Los Lunas, where he will fight Michele Montalbano. Originally, Hogue was slated to turn pro on the Tapia-Archuleta III card, first, on June 10, then on July... Read More »

Clampitt coming to fight vs. Holm

Story by Gerardo Martinez Photos by J. L. Castillo The last hurricane that landed in the Duke City to fight Holly Holm was Melissa “Huracan” Hernandez, and she disappeared as quick as a New York minute.  And we all know what happened after that.  Promoter Lenny Fresquez assured the press that the Canadian-born “Hurricane,” Jaime Clampitt would not be... Read More »

“Northern Invasion”...

The five-bout “Northern Invasion” card headlining Holly Holm was officially announced today at Hard Rock of Albuquerque. The Fresquez Productions card headlines Albuquerque’s Holm (24-1-3, 7 KOs), who will defend her IBA jr. welterweight belt against Canadian threat Jaime “The Hurricane” Clampitt (21-4-1, 7 KOs). In the co-main, Randy “Savage” Arrellin (4-3, 3 KOs), of Albuquerque, will take on... Read More »

El Paso amateur card in the works

Amateur boxers in NM and El Paso are  invited to Westside Boxing’s show on July 10, to be held at Fiesta Lanes / Frankies West, 5850 Onix Drive, El Paso. Promoter is looking to have 25 bouts or more. The event is sanctioned by USA Boxing and the Border Boxing Association. For match-up information contact Juan Rosales 915-867-5463. Read More »

Holm-Clampitt presser alert

Fresquez Productions and the Hard Rock of Albuquerque, formerly Isleta, will hold a press conference tomorrow, June 29, Tuesday, to officially announce the August 6 card between Holly Holm and Jaime Clampitt. The presser, scheduled for 2 p.m. in the Bingo Showroom, is open to the public. Read More »

Rosales update

Results from last night’s IKF pre-qualification fights: Eric Henson (Rosales) won by unanimous decision over Jessie Duran (Arizona); Falon Ring (Rosales) won by TKO  over Richard Bentley (Arizona); Slade Ring (Rosales) lost by decision to Tyler Bently (Arizona); and Jacob Hawk (Rosales) won by corner stoppage over Javier Mestas (Arizona). Read More »

Hobbs fight card info

Tickets are now available for the July 10 fight card in Hobbs. The show takes place at  Club La Sierra in Hobbs, 3000 w. Marland. Tickets range from $25, general, to $65, premium ringside. VIP tables also available. Weigh-ins will be at the same location, July 9, at 5 p.m. Read More »

Maldonado kayos foe in one

Last night in Sheridan, Colo., at Red & Jerry’s: Albuquerque’s “Atrisco Kid,” Fidel Maldonado (3-0, 3 KOs) scored his third win with a first round KO over  Jacob Dominguez (2-1, 1 KO). The end came at 1:29. On the same card, cruiserweight Chris Simmons (0-3) of Raton was KO’d in one by Denver’s Isiah Barela (1-0, 1 KO); and... Read More »

Hobbs lineup set for July 10

A nine-bout card has been arranged for July 10 in Hobbs. The card, promoted by the School of Hard Knocks, will be the first all-eastern N.M. card in that area since the ’70s. In the main event, amateur standout Edgar Zubia will make his pro debut, against Roswell’s John Herrera, also debuting. In the co-main, Mark Martinez of Hobbs... Read More »

Calleros on Sanchez split

Trainer/fighter Fernando Calleros has issued a response on his split with Jessica Sanchez. He writes:  ”I would like it known that I support Jessica Sanchez and her decision, I wish her only the best in and out of the ring. There comes a point in a fighters life and career when changes need to be made. I have made alot of... Read More »

Sanchez speaks out

Albuquerque fighter Jessica Sanchez would like to alert local and out-of-town promoters and matchmakers about her current situation. She writes: “My intent is to quell any rumors or hearsay. It has come to my attention that future fights may have been inquired about and discussed without my knowledge or permission. As of April 3, I have severed my professional... Read More »

Holm presser on Tuesday

Fresquez Productions and the Hard Rock of Albuquerque, formerly Isleta, will hold a press conference on June 29, Tuesday, to officially announce the August 6 card between Holly Holm and Jaime Clampitt. The presser, scheduled for 2 p.m., is open to the public. Read More »

Jackson loses decision

Tonight at Mechanics Hall in Worcester, Mass.: New Mexico heavyweight Reginald Jackson (2-2, 2 KOs) evened out his record with a four-round unanimous decision loss to Rashad Minor (4-1, 3 KOs). Scores were 40-36 across the board. Read More »

Weights from Worcester, Mass.

From Worcester, Mass.: Rashad Minor 276.8 vs. Reginald Jackson 276.4 Read More »

National J/Os rundown

By Enrique Vasquez, Las Cruces PAL This past weekend was a victorious week for New Mexico at the JO Nationals at Camp Lejeune, N.C.  Boxers from New Mexico were not only very poised but prepared to fight, well-behaved and respectful the entire week. The biggest problem was dealing with the humidity. Read More »