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Germany this won't interest you.
you know. small time espn.
who watches these. and the commentators!. they don't sound like they giving a eulogy.
and i'll be dammed. their not dressed up in suit and gown like they going to funeral.
and there are people of color in the crowd. boy i bet it smells in there.
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Jacobs pissed about teddy putting his power down so he's going to proove something tonight.
excerpts fromBy Marty Mulcahey (June 26, 2009)
JUNE 26TH (FRIDAY), 2009
At The Desert Diamond Casino, Tucson, AZ
(ESPN2) Daniel Jacobs (16-0) vs. George Walton (20-3)
(ESPN2) Erislandy Lara (6-0) vs. Willie Lee (16-5)
(ESPN2) Deontay Wilder (5-0) vs. Kelsey Arnold (1-2-2)
Daniel jacobs - This kid is not afraid to step up to a challenge, and the last time he was on ESPN2 Jacobs scored a impressive second round kayo of Jose Varela. Because he got rid of his opponent so fast Jacobs fought the next week on the Pacquiao – Hatton PPV undercard for some added exposure. Is still only 22 years old, and is in a division (middleweight) in need of fresh faces. A five time amateur champion (and four time NY Golden Gloves champ) Jacobs has made the transition from amateur accuracy to pro power with little problem. A solid 6'1 frame is filling out nicely, and his weight is distributed evenly. He puts his punches together well, but like most youngsters is more imaginative and concerned with offense than defense. Is being moved at a perfect pace in terms of quantity
George Walton – A former NYC Golden Gloves champion who is most famous for his appearance on the 1999 documentary 'On The Ropes', but at age 35 this might be his last chance to be on TV again other then a repeat. After a loss to Fulgencio Zuniga the Harlem native is no longer a hot prospect, and that was followed by a four absence from the ring from 2004 to 2008. Walton has to consider this his last chance to deliver on his once promising career. Defeated fellow New Yorker Jose Angel Rodriguez, who was undefeated, to get this opportunity, but will come into the fight with about a six inch height deficit. I am not sure his handspeed is still there to overcome this, and four straight distance wins suggests his power is not what it once was either. He is still aggressive as ever in the ring, and in fabulous shape for his age, which is the main selling point of this fight.
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Erislandy Lara - Lara seems to be on ESPN2 more than reruns of the World Poker tour. The impressive Cuban jr. middleweight (promoted by Germany's Ahmet Oener and Arena-Box), is a three time Cuban, and one time world amateur champion at welterweight. Has shown one punch kayo power since turning pro, and earned a good reputation in sparring sessions against Ricky Hatton. Is 26 years old, and both his power and amateur pedigree suggest Lara should have no problem when the level of opposition is advanced.
Willie Lee – Lee is a 29 year old with a decent punch, but a questionable chin. This Mississippi native has been out of the ring for a full year, and has only had two fights in the last two years.
On the positive side Lee has been in with some good fighters like Chad Dawson, Sechew Powell, and Yusaf Mack. He has yet to beat an above average fighter, but Lee has hung tough and generally goes down swinging. Lee is a good test, given his southpaw stance and willingness to let loose with hooks, but he does himself no favors with extended layoffs from the ring. In his last significant fight Lee took Sechew Powell ten rounds, before falling to an accumulation of punches, so it will be interesting to see how Lara does in comparison.
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Deontay Wilder - The American was a surprise medalist at the 2008 Olympics, and showed maturity beyond his years in a Bronze medal run. Has good height at 6'7”, but is not filled out in the upper body for a heavyweight of his stature. Has a lean
physique in general, but will be taught to make the most of that by trainer Mark Breland (who sported a similar build for a welterweight). The fact that Deontay was signed by Golden Boy Promotions speaks to his potential, and he has not let them down with five straight kayo's to open his balance sheet in the pros. His level of opposition has been weak, and Wilder still looks open for right hands that landed pretty consistently against him in the Olympics. He is a work in progress, only been boxing for four years, and if he can add another 15 to 20 pounds of muscle Wilder could be a real threat.
Kelsey Arnold – In his last fight Arnold was swept by New York City heavyweight prospect Tor Hammer, and backpedaled for the entire four rounds. To his credit Arnold took some good shots, but never really looked like he had any intentions of taking the fight to Hammer. Arnold is a Tennessee fighter, which translates to an easy mark for prospects in the boxing business. He is a kid who is being thrown into the deep end of the pool way to early in his career, and does not look like he can swim.
you know. small time espn.
who watches these. and the commentators!. they don't sound like they giving a eulogy.
and i'll be dammed. their not dressed up in suit and gown like they going to funeral.
and there are people of color in the crowd. boy i bet it smells in there.
.
Jacobs pissed about teddy putting his power down so he's going to proove something tonight.
excerpts fromBy Marty Mulcahey (June 26, 2009)
JUNE 26TH (FRIDAY), 2009
At The Desert Diamond Casino, Tucson, AZ
(ESPN2) Daniel Jacobs (16-0) vs. George Walton (20-3)
(ESPN2) Erislandy Lara (6-0) vs. Willie Lee (16-5)
(ESPN2) Deontay Wilder (5-0) vs. Kelsey Arnold (1-2-2)
Daniel jacobs - This kid is not afraid to step up to a challenge, and the last time he was on ESPN2 Jacobs scored a impressive second round kayo of Jose Varela. Because he got rid of his opponent so fast Jacobs fought the next week on the Pacquiao – Hatton PPV undercard for some added exposure. Is still only 22 years old, and is in a division (middleweight) in need of fresh faces. A five time amateur champion (and four time NY Golden Gloves champ) Jacobs has made the transition from amateur accuracy to pro power with little problem. A solid 6'1 frame is filling out nicely, and his weight is distributed evenly. He puts his punches together well, but like most youngsters is more imaginative and concerned with offense than defense. Is being moved at a perfect pace in terms of quantity
George Walton – A former NYC Golden Gloves champion who is most famous for his appearance on the 1999 documentary 'On The Ropes', but at age 35 this might be his last chance to be on TV again other then a repeat. After a loss to Fulgencio Zuniga the Harlem native is no longer a hot prospect, and that was followed by a four absence from the ring from 2004 to 2008. Walton has to consider this his last chance to deliver on his once promising career. Defeated fellow New Yorker Jose Angel Rodriguez, who was undefeated, to get this opportunity, but will come into the fight with about a six inch height deficit. I am not sure his handspeed is still there to overcome this, and four straight distance wins suggests his power is not what it once was either. He is still aggressive as ever in the ring, and in fabulous shape for his age, which is the main selling point of this fight.
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Erislandy Lara - Lara seems to be on ESPN2 more than reruns of the World Poker tour. The impressive Cuban jr. middleweight (promoted by Germany's Ahmet Oener and Arena-Box), is a three time Cuban, and one time world amateur champion at welterweight. Has shown one punch kayo power since turning pro, and earned a good reputation in sparring sessions against Ricky Hatton. Is 26 years old, and both his power and amateur pedigree suggest Lara should have no problem when the level of opposition is advanced.
Willie Lee – Lee is a 29 year old with a decent punch, but a questionable chin. This Mississippi native has been out of the ring for a full year, and has only had two fights in the last two years.
On the positive side Lee has been in with some good fighters like Chad Dawson, Sechew Powell, and Yusaf Mack. He has yet to beat an above average fighter, but Lee has hung tough and generally goes down swinging. Lee is a good test, given his southpaw stance and willingness to let loose with hooks, but he does himself no favors with extended layoffs from the ring. In his last significant fight Lee took Sechew Powell ten rounds, before falling to an accumulation of punches, so it will be interesting to see how Lara does in comparison.
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Deontay Wilder - The American was a surprise medalist at the 2008 Olympics, and showed maturity beyond his years in a Bronze medal run. Has good height at 6'7”, but is not filled out in the upper body for a heavyweight of his stature. Has a lean
physique in general, but will be taught to make the most of that by trainer Mark Breland (who sported a similar build for a welterweight). The fact that Deontay was signed by Golden Boy Promotions speaks to his potential, and he has not let them down with five straight kayo's to open his balance sheet in the pros. His level of opposition has been weak, and Wilder still looks open for right hands that landed pretty consistently against him in the Olympics. He is a work in progress, only been boxing for four years, and if he can add another 15 to 20 pounds of muscle Wilder could be a real threat.
Kelsey Arnold – In his last fight Arnold was swept by New York City heavyweight prospect Tor Hammer, and backpedaled for the entire four rounds. To his credit Arnold took some good shots, but never really looked like he had any intentions of taking the fight to Hammer. Arnold is a Tennessee fighter, which translates to an easy mark for prospects in the boxing business. He is a kid who is being thrown into the deep end of the pool way to early in his career, and does not look like he can swim.
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