Departure: June 12th, 201o Basic Rate: $109 + tax ($30 xtra for each additional guest)
For Reservations:
800 - 766-3782 Make sure you ID yourself as an NABF member to get this special rate... And you can get that rate for two days prior to and after the Convention (a great vacation idea!) They will take reservations up until May 18th. The Airfare is very inexpensive if you make it now. Fly into MSY Airport, NO.
1) Welcome Reception on the evening of 6/9/09
2) Meetings will begin the morning of 6/10/09
3) There will be a farewell, Dinner Buffet on 6/11/09
4)Full Agenda to follow in subsequent weeks and some tour and dining suggestions by the excellent staff at the Sonesta Hotel
Less than a month after winning the NABF super welterweight title via stoppage of former champion Willie Lee, Vanes Martirosyan was back in the ring defending against former world champion Kassim Ouma in arguably Vanes’ toughest fight to date. Ouma put the pressure on from the start, even scoring a flash knockdown of the defending champ in round 9, but young Martiroysan was simply a bit too quick and landed crisp punches throughout. A very good solid action match which earns this our “Fight of the Month” and Martirosyan the “Champion of the Month” honors. Scores were 97-92 and 97-93 twice.
Promoted by Top Rank at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, this was the main event on the new Fox Sports boxing series for 2010.
One of the best and most respected judges that has ever lived in the world of boxing, Tom Kaczmarek, has decided to retire as a judge, but has accepted the appointment by the WBC as the Chairman of the Ring Officials Review Committee.
Tom has been married to Agnes Donovan for 55 years, couple that has three children, who are Nancy Budris, Tom Jr. and Mary Jean Coviello. They both have 8 grandchildren.
In the life of Tom, he has been a Second Lt. Armor in the US Army; a Mayor of Clark, N. J.; Councilman in the same county; Union County Freeholder; Commissioner on the New Jersey Violent Crimes Compensation Board, in all positions where he left an indelible mark of reform, honesty and service to the people.
The party yesterday -- a full day affair -- was gracious, warm and wonderful! Larry Holmes, Mark Breland, Pete Brodsky, Tony Di Pippo, Bill Gallo, Gerry Cooney, Bob Goodman, Vinnie Maddalone, Dr. Michael Schwartz, Dr. Jerry Lynn., etc. Russo's was a portal of humor and friendship and boxing history. More to come -- pictures to follow!
Ed: I worked for a local radio station in the early ‘80s, and we broadcast fightcards involving amateur standouts at the time, Willie deWitt and Shawn O’Sullivan, who were world amateur champions, and who became pros. Soon after, I became involved with the local commission, the national association, and finally the NABF and WBC.
June 6 -112- Wilberth Uicab defeated B.J. Dolorosa by Unan. Decision in Xcaret, Mexico to retain Title.
June 6 -147- Saul Alvarez defeated Jefferson Goncalo by KO 9 in Xcaret, Mexico to retain Title.
June 13 -115- Gerson Guerrero defeated Enrique Quevedo by TKO 10 in Mexico City to win the Vacant Title.
July 1- 105- Juanito Hernandez defeated Arcadio Salazar by KO, 1:33 of Round 2 to retain title.
July 3- 140- Ali Chebah defeated Fidel Monterrosa Munoz by TKO 5 in Paris, France to retain titl.
July 10- 190- Matt Godfrey defeaed Shawn Hawk by Unan. Decision in Philadelphia, PA.
Aug. 6- 118- Mario Macias defeared Arturo Camargo by KO 3 in Mexico City to win the Vacant Title
Sept 19 - 126 - Matt Remillard wins Vacant Featherweight belt with 4th Round TKO against Rafael Lora
26 September 2009, Mexico City, Departivo de Trabajadores de Sindicato del Metro (Subway Workers' Union Hall)
December 4th - Albuquerque, NM, Suszannah Warner defeated Jodi Esquibel in an 8 R SD to retain her Atomweight Title/Holly Holm became the NABF Female SL Champion
Please Join Our Efforts to Sponsor the Daily News Golden Gloves Scheduled On February 4, 2010 @ ArchimedesAcademy.
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The NABF family sends our condolences to former NABF President Bobby Lee on the death of his dear wife, Jean, after 68 years of marriage. A truly loving and devoted couple.
Dear friends:
With profound sadness I inform to you that our Lifetime Honorary Vice President Bobby Lee’s wife Jean died last Friday after 68 of marriage, in a lifetime in which both devotedly dedicated their life to each other.
We have expressed on the telephone to Bobby the sadness of all Board and Executive members and our vows for a prompt resignation to such a profound sorrow.
The WBC is dedicating Thursday, the day of her funeral, as a day of mourning in the world of the WBC.
On January 27th, 2010 current USNBC Heavyweight Champion and world ranked #11 heavyweight boxer Derric "El Leon" Rossi (22-2, 12 KOs) will fight Alexis Mejias (10-2, 4 KOs). This bout is just one of many scheduled by Winky Promotions in association with final forum for the Knockout Fight Club event taking place at the M2 Ultralounge in Manhattan.As one of the trendiest night clubs in New York City, M2 Ultralounge has played host to many super star
Wishing all members a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year.
ACTIVITY
We have had twenty one (21) NABF Title bouts since the last Convention. Upcoming, a double header at Mohegan Sun Arena on January 29th, promoted by TKO Promotions.
Vacant 160lb. Peter Manfredo Jr. vs. Matt Vanda
126lb. Defense-Matt Remillard vs. Rafael Lora
February 6th, Interim Lightweight Title- Brandon Rios vs. Jorge Teron at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas, NV.
Promoter-Top Rank
CONVENTION
Response to the 2010 Convention has been extremely positive to date. Thanks to the lovely Julie Lederman we are now advertised on Face book. It behooves the members to make their airline reservations early to get the lowest priced airfares.
Please remember our friend NICK CHARLES in your prayers. Nick the personable SHOBOX commentator is battling bladder cancer at this time. I spoke to Nick after the NewYear and he is in great spirits and looks forward to an early return to the airwaves.
Looking for active boxers? We’ve got them! NABF Champions Saul Alvarez, (Welterweight) and Wilbert Uicab (Flyweight) both won titles in January 2009, and each has made four (4) title defenses before the year ended. BRAVO
I would be remiss if I failed to mention the outstanding job our Rating’s Committee is doing, a personal Thank You to Claude Jackson, Ed Pearson, and Tommy Ashy.
Remember to check the NABFNEWS.com website to keep informed on what’s happening in YOUR organization.
Hey all you NABF's -- if there's anything interesting going on in your lives you want noted at the convention (Weddings, bat mitzvahs (lol), great opportunities) -- tell all! Thanks!
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“While growing up in Brooklyn, there was a very clear delineation between right and wrong,” said the 70-year-old Dwyer. “It was always important for me to do the right thing, and I like to think that my principles have served me well.”
The party yesterday -- a full day affair -- was gracious, warm and wonderful! Larry Holmes, Mark Breland, Pete Brodsky, Tony Di Pippo, Bill Gallo, Gerry Cooney, Bob Goodman, Vinnie Maddalone, Dr. Michael Schwartz, Dr. Jerry Lynn., etc. Russo's was a portal of humor and friendship and boxing history. More to come -- pictures to follow!
The Pearson Family Tree
Wishing all members a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year. 
“While growing up in Brooklyn, there was a very clear delineation between right and wrong,” said the 70-year-old Dwyer. “It was always important for me to do the right thing, and I like to think that my principles have served me well.”