Author Archive: CES BOXING
Welterweight Bates inspired by brother’s NFL journey
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Feb. 1st, 2017) — The advice Marqus Bates gave himself after losing his boxing debut in September could also apply to his young brother, a professional football aiming for championship glory this weekend in Houston. “Be patient. Don’t […]
Gray opens career-defining 2017 with rematch against Pennington
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Jan. 20th, 2017) — Four and a half years ago in Brooklyn, reigning Universal Boxing Federation (UBF) champion Khiary Gray faced Courtney Pennington on enemy soil, not knowing they’d one day fight for a title in front of […]
Brooklyn-born Pennington confident he can dethrone Gray Feb. 4th
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Jan. 12th, 2017) — Courtney Pennington doesn’t have a lengthy amateur background to fall back on, but at least one of his fights from his short amateur career might help guide him through his latest challenge next month […]
Lundy makes long-awaited comeback tonight
CINCINNATI (Dec. 30th, 2016) — Eight months removed from major knee surgery, world-rated title challenger “Hammerin’” Hank Lundy returns to the ring tonight to begin his journey toward taking conquering boxing’s competitive 135-pound division. The 32-year-old Lundy (26-6-1, 13 KOs), […]
Gonzalez, Hoff both brimming with confidence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Oct. 14th, 2016) — Without a lengthy amateur background or the unwavering support from the city he grew up in, Cido Hoff knows the only way to prove he’s a legitimate contender in the featherweight division is to […]
Gray: “I will be reborn on Oct. 21st!”
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Oct. 7th, 2016) — The glitz and glamour of professional boxing in its purest form is a small, all-encompassing snapshot of the sport at its best, the aura of invincibility only a small percentage of fighters are fortunate […]
Biosse, Manfredo fight to a draw at Twin River
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (May 13th, 2016) – Fighting on just two and a half weeks notice, “Mr. Providence” Vladine Biosse fought to a draw Friday night in “THE BATTLE FOR THE CAPITAL” against “The Pride of Providence” Peter Manfredo Jr. at Twin River Casino. […]
Unbeaten Gray now faces Flores for vacant UBF title
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Feb. 17th, 2016) – Even with a new opponent standing across the way, Khiary Gray still has an opportunity to wrap another title around his waist Friday night. Gray’s original opponent, Cameron Rivera, fractured his wrist, so Gray […]
Former MMA star Demko transitions to sweet science
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Feb. 15th, 2016) — Like every up-and-coming mixed martial arts fighter, Travis Demko dreamed of one day making it to the pinnacle of his sport, the Ultimate Fighting Championships. Until he let his hands go. “Once I started […]
Road warrior Reis finds solace in return to Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Feb. 8th, 2016) — Even with an imperfect record and maybe a few too many blemishes in recent years, Kali Reis wouldn’t change a thing. “I’d rather have the experience, because I’ve had the losses,” Reis said, “but I haven’t […]
