Patrick Day
The NABF, along with the rest of the boxing community, mourn the passing of former, Continental America's Champion, Patrick Day. A wounderful young man, who will be missed by all those lives he touched and inspired. We send our support and deepest sympathy to his family during this difficult time.
WBC Convention Update
Here is the link: https://wbcconvention.com
Also please find the link for the press release published today:
https://wbcboxing.com/en/secure-your-place-at-the-wbc-annual-convention-gala-dinner-by-registering-now-2/
Duane Ford Champion!
The moment of Induction into the NVBHOF! Duane Ford is cheered by his family, friends, Champions and soldiers! A mmeoriable night for all.
NABF Hawaii Convention Recap
Our 2019 Hawaii convention was one of the best and our thanks and appreciation to former President Craig Hubble and Chuck Williams for their tiredless efforts and dedication with this convention.
Our thanks to LA Times writer Lance Pugmire for being a sensational keynote speaker. His theme of his talk was “Truth being revealed” and the difficult times of investigating the truth behind the scenes, which often is a difficult task.We cannot overlook Andy Foster, CSAC Executive Director also spoke weight cutting and the dangers to the fighters and boxing. In attendance with our NABF members were board of governors from nineteen (19) different countries from around the world.
Former NABF HW Champion: Andy Ruiz
by: Adam Kilgore
The heavyweight champion of the world earns the unofficial designation of Baddest Man on the Planet, a title no one at first glance would confer to Andy Ruiz Jr. He carries, in his own words, “extra flab.” His muscles are undefined, and his belly jiggles. His opponents evoke statues of Greek gods. He evokes a man ordering an extra gyro.
“A lot of people can relate to me,” Ruiz said Tuesday in a phone conversation. “It doesn’t matter how you look. As long as you train hard, you focus and you’re hungry and that drive is in you to follow your dreams, everything is possible.”
Ruiz has been overlooked, mocked and doubted his entire boxing career, judged on his appearance rather than his quick hands and iron fortitude. No more. Ruiz gained instant fame and long-sought validation Saturday night at Madison Square Garden, where in the seventh round he knocked out previously undefeated champion Anthony Joshua, a Brit four inches taller than Ruiz and built like Adonis. Ruiz was an 11-1 long shot, and the victory entered the pantheon of biggest surprises in boxing history.
Raquel Miller, NABF MW Champion!
The NABF welcomes, Raquel Miller, our new Women's Middle Weight Champion. Raquel beat Erin Toughill with a right hook, KO. We are proud to have Raquel as our latest women warrior to wear the NABF Belt.
Scheduled Bouts/Results
SCHEDULE:
11/22/19
JUNIOR NABF Lt Heavyweight 175# (Vacant) Taylor Duerr vs TBD Motor City Casino Detroit MI, Phil CLICK
11/27/19
USNBC SILVER (Vacant) Heavyweight Cassius Chaney vs Nick Jones, Castleton Conf Center, Windham, NH, Main Events
11/30/19
JUNIOR NABF Super Lightweight 140 (Defense) Arnold Barbosa Jr. vs William Silva Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas, Top Rank
JUNIOR NABF Featherweight 126, Adam Lopez vs Luis Coria Cosmopolitan Hotel & Casino Las Vega.s, Top Rank
12/05/19
NABF Middleweight 160 Adam Lopez vs Luis Coria Cosmopolitan Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, Golden Boy