The gatekeepers are former champs, holding the strap until someone dethrones them. They’re fighters who take fights on short notice for a paycheck. Their phone is never silent as big time promoters are constantly calling for their services. They’re the backbone of boxing as, simply, the opponent. Josesito Lopez: " Riverside Rocky" was an unknown commodity when he … [Read more...]
Yusaf Mack Sticks to his Game Plan and Dominates Omar Sheika
Ringside coverage and photos by Gary Purfield Yusaf Mack put on a dominant performance defeating Omar Sheika by convincing unanimous decision Friday night. The light heavyweight showdown for the USBA title headlined at Resorts Casino in Atlantic City and was promoted by Nedals Promotions and KEA Boxing. Yusaf Mack had a history of having difficulty against pressure … [Read more...]
It’s Now or Never for the Mack Attack: Yusaf Mack talks last Chance
by Gary Purfield Yusaf Mack has been to the big dance. He has fought in multiple eliminators and fought for a world title. He is well known and well respected in his home city of Philadelphia, a city known for producing great fighters. What Mack has not done is get over that hump to reach the top. He is yet to win that big fight that brings him a world title. Now at … [Read more...]
AC Action Starts Early with Yusaf Mack vs. Omar Sheika
by Gary Purfield This weekend Atlantic City will take center stage on Saturday with the rematch between Bernard Hopkins and Chad Dawson. Before that happens on, Atlantic City will host two veterans in the same weight class that will battle to stay in the title picture. Yusaf Mack 29-4-2 (17 KO) and Omar Sheika 32-11 (21 KO) will meet in a twelve round bout for the USBA … [Read more...]
Omar Sheika Wins a Thriller in Chester Main Event: Results from an Action-Packed Night at Harrah’s
Photo and story by Gary Purfield ringside Joey Eye Boxing and David Feldman put on a solid night of fights at Harrah’s Casino in Chester Friday night, highlighted by an action-packed light heavyweight bout between local fan favorite Tony Ferrante and veteran Omar Sheika. This was the sixth card the group put on at Harrah’s Casino. Several cards have been well done, but … [Read more...]