President Bob Duffy opened the meeting with

Carmine singing the National Anthem and

Paulette Balog toll the bell 10 times in the memory of all those who recently passed on. President Duffy also stated that Joe Dwyer was not feeling well.

Charlie Norkus reported on the up-coming Boxing Documentary “El Boxeo.”

On Nov 15th at The Harlem MIST Theatre (located at 46 W 116 St), NYC; The Boxing Documentary “El Boxeo ” will make its NY debut.

This documentary focuses on the Hispanic/Mexican nationality history in boxing and its longstanding roots coming out of Mexico into the US especially in the southern California area. Today’s fight cards are well staffed with Hispanic, Latino and Mexican nationals and are the future of todays Boxing History. This film produced by Oscar Winning Director and Producer Alan Swyer, and with grateful assistance of Rick Farris, Pres. of West Coast Boxing Hall of Fame premiered in Los Angeles, CA in Oct 2013 to a sold out crowd and attended by many West Coast Boxing Athletes and Hollywood Actors. This successful night saw a large donation made on behalf of My Swyer and Mr. Farris to The Retired Boxing Foundation headed by former NY born Boxer Alex Ramos, and was sponsored by the newly formed West Coast Boxing Hall Of Fame, operating out of Los Angeles, CA.

The film shows a insight to the Hispanic, Mexican heritage with interviews with present and past Boxing Greats which include in part Carlos Ortiz, George Benton, Carlos Palomino, Armando Muniz, Bobby Chacon, Art Aragon Jr, Juan Laporte and many others.

The film will now travel to the WBC Boxing Convention in Thailand on Nov 8th at the behest of Jose Sulaiman, Pres of WBC Boxing., then come to NY for its Debut on Nov 15th, 2013

This wonderful documentary will be shown in its entirety to the New York Audience stating at 8pm ,preceded by a lobby reception at 7pm as part of the Puerto Rican Film Festival Week in NYC.. The film will continue to be shown at several Film Festivals afterwards. There is no plan for national release at this time.

Tickets can be obtained by contacting the Harlem Mist Theater on W 116 St at 646-688-5886. The show is expected to Sell-out fast.

Henry Hascup, President of the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame talked on the up-coming NJBHOF induction and awards ceremonies which will be held on Thursday, November 14th at the Venetian in Garfield, New Jersey.

President Duffy talked on a fighter who had an operation coming up and was in need of money. Ring 8 will pay for his Electric & Gas bill for the next 3 months.

Ring 8 will be hosting another New York Gold Glove Show in February.

Our last meeting of 2013 will be held on Tuesday, November 18th and Stan Hoffman will be our guest speaker.

President Duffy talked on our Annual Christmas Party on December 8th at Russo’s on the Bay. It is a way to say thank you to all those who have helped out our organization throughout the years by honoring them.

BWAA President Jack Hirsch introduced our guest speaker George Willis.

George thanked Jack for the Great words and also thanked President Duffy and the Ring 8 members for inviting him tonight.

George lived in New Mexico where he played all the major sports in High School. The first fight he went to was when Ed “Too Long” Jones, an NFL football player, made his Pro debut in 1979, George was 19 years old. He then started covering boxing cards in Memphis. He also covered football and baseball. In 2002 he started covering boxing for the New York Post. George stated that a lot of people claim that the MMA is hurting boxing But he says it has actually made it better because boxing had to step up it’s game because of MMA.

George then talked about his new book “The Bite Fight,” where Mike Tyson bit Evander Holyfield. He talked first to Tyson, who was easy to get too. It took a while to get Holyfield but when he did he talked to him for 3 hours, from the very start of it until present day.

George talked about how much they had in common and that they actually sparred at the Olympic trials.

George took questions from the members.

Stan asked if the book could be put on a CD, George said that he would look into it.
Charlie Norkus asked if they were sincere about there feelings for each other, and George stated that he thought they were.
Matt asked if he covered any other fights where one fight bit another. George stated no but he did talk about an amateur fight where Holyfield bit his opponent in the shoulder.

George was asked if a prime Tyson could beat a Holyfield and he stated that he didn’t think so.

George covered steroids in the book as well as the death of Tyson’s 4 year old daughter.

George talked on the head butts and that most of them were caused by Tyson.

He also talked on the Referee Mills Lane and that it was Mitch Halpern, who refereed the first fight between Tyson and Holyfield who was suppose to be the referee, but Mills got the call at the last moment. Mills Lane donated 1/2 his purse to the Halpern family after he committed suicide.

After the fight there were gun shots in the Casino.

The pictures in the book came from Steve Lott and Showtime.

The book cost $25, But for Ring 8 members tonight, the cost will be only $20, Plus George will throw in a “The Bite Fight” T-Shirt, which cost $10, for Free!

President Duffy then talked on one of our speakers last month Patricia Alcivar, who then lost her bout with Eileen Olszewski. Duffy stated that he received the following E-Mail from “Kingzero”:

And at the next Ring 8 meeting Mr Duffe will introduce Patty Boom Boom who will explain how she got a good beatdown from the new IFBA World champion Eileen Olszewski in her last fight.

President Duffy responded by writing the following:

Thank you for your e mail but fyi …we introduce all fighters to speak at our meetings , especially the boxers , who will be on any up coming shows , also there was no trash talking about the upcoming bout and that there was nothing but a respect for Eileen O . Patty A is a member of Ring 8 , a paid member , and has shown up for many of our meeting , she always carries herself with dignity and grace just like many of our members If my memory serves me we was honored to have Eileen come to one of our meeting a few years ago where she displayed her belt ( when she won a title the first time ) and for the record Eileen is always invited to attend . Patty, I understand lost the fight , but that has nothing to do with Ring 8 …we support all boxers …..and I sign off saying both young ladies are great competitors, along with being wonderful people and gave the general public a great account of themselves working to put boxing in a better place ……by the way I love your e mail address …it appears that your are the king of the zero’s.

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NEW YORK (October 13, 2013) – Award-winning New York Post sports columnist and author, George Willis, will be a special guest speaker at Tuesday’s (Oct. 15 starting at7 p.m. / ET) 7 p.m. ET) Ring 8 monthly meeting at historic Waterfront Crabhouse, in Long Island City, New York.

Willis is one of the most highly-respected boxing writers in the industry. He is also a former journalist with the New York Times, Newsday and the Commercial Appeal in Memphis, Tennessee.

Willis will be discussing boxing, in general, as well as his acclaimed book, “The Bite Fight: Tyson, Holyfield and the Night that Changed Boxing Forever” (Triumph Books, June, 2013). Willis examines the sensational events surrounding the legendary clash and features more than 100 interviews, including those with Tyson and Holyfield, to provide a previously untold, behind-the-scenes look at “The Bite Fight.”

“George Willis is one of the best boxing writers in the world,” Ring 8 president Bob Duffy said. “He has covered and written about many of boxing’s biggest fights and most famous boxers for many years. We’re very fortunate to have him as our October speaker. Ring 8 members will be able to purchase an autographed copy of George’s book at Tuesday’s meeting.”

ABOUT RING 8: Formed in 1954 by an ex-prizefighter, Jack Grebelsky, Ring 8 became the eighth subsidiary of what was then known as the National Veteran Boxers Association – hence, RING 8 – and today the organization’s motto still remains: Boxers Helping Boxers.

RING 8 is fully committed to supporting less fortunate people in the boxing community who may require assistance in terms of paying rent, medical expenses, or whatever justifiable need.

Go on line to www.Ring8ny.com for more information about RING 8, the largest group of its kind in the United States with more than 350 members. Annual membership dues is only $30.00 and each member is entitled to a buffet dinner at RING 8 monthly meetings, the third Tuesday of every month, excluding July and August. All active boxers, amateur and professional, are entitled to a complimentary RING 8 yearly membership.

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More than 100 people turned out last week for at Ring 8′s monthly meeting and its tribute to the late, great Emile Griffith, at historic Waterfront Crabhouse, in Long Island City, New York.

President Bob Duffy opened the meeting with

Carmine singing the National Anthem and Paulette Balog toll the bell 10 times in the memory of all those who recently passed on including Emile Griffith and Bill Tate.

President Duffy talked on the funerals of Emile Griffith and Bill Tate as they were attended by many Ring 8 members.

President Duffy talked on our 3rd Annual Picnic and thanked Barbara & Frank Pena along with Billy Strigaro for making it another huge Success!

Tommy Gallagher talked on an up-coming boxing card in New York.

Patricia Alcivar talked on her up-coming bout on September 25th against Eileen Olszewski which will be for the vacant IFBA International Female Boxers Association flyweight title.

President Duffy talked on the New Ring 8 pins which is priced at ONLY $10 each. He also stated that there will be 3 winners in our raffle and the winners will win a Ring 8 pin, or a boxing poster signed by Jake LaMotta or a boxing book.

President Duffy talked on the late Joe Miceli and then introduced his wife. Mrs. Miceli talked on her husbands boxing career and a New book called Meatballs and Stickball: Growing Up in the Neighborhood Little Italy. President Duffy stated that Ring 8 will buy 20 books and sell them at our annual affair. President Duffy also stated that Ron Ross’s book on Emile Giffith, 9..10..and Out! The Two Worlds of Emile Griffith” would be for sale as well.

President Duffy introduced many celebrities in attendance including NY State Commissioner John Signorile, Former Commissioner Randy Gordon, former Heavyweight contender Renaldo Snipes, the children of Wayne Kelly, Charlie Norkus Jr., and Ring Announcer and the voice of the Brooklyn Nets David Diamante.

Joe DiMitri talked on the Monday Night Fights at the Barclay Center and that all Ring 8 members would get a special discount on tickets.

On October 9th, Mark Breland is running a “Night of Champions” in New York City.

Our Annual Holiday Party will be at Russo’s on Sunday, December 9th. This year the honorees will be:
Uncrowned Champion – Gasper Ortega
Official of the Year – Deputy Commissioner Robert Orlando
Amateur Official of the Year – Dan Gant
Member of the Year – Carmine Rastelli
Professional Judge of the Year – John McKaie
Prospect of the Year – Sean Monaghan
Professional Trainer of the Year – Bob Jackson
Amateur Trainer of the Year – Joe Higgins
Emile Griffith Good Guy Award – Sal Corrente
Long & Meritorious Service Award – Dr. William Lathan –
50th Anniversary – Bobby Bartels/Lenny Mangiapane
Fighter of the Year – To Be Named

President Duffy talked on Emile Griffith’s boxing career. He then asked Henry Hascup to give the Eulogy and Bell Ceremony he gave at Emile’s Funeral. Hascup then did so.

Ron Ross thanked Henry and then talked on Emile’s life as did Emile’s son Louie. Stan Janousek (professional fight name Stanley Yanachek) talked on how he once fought on the under card of Emile on July 26th at Madison Square Garden.

Bobby Bartels also talked on Emile as he was a sparring partner of his many years ago and he and Emile both made there Professional debuts on the same card. Bobby also talked on Bill Tate who also passed away recently.

Randy Gordon finished off the evening by tell some more stories on Emile and how Emile trained James Bonecrusher Smith to the Heavyweight Title.

We finished off the night by showing several of Emile’s fights.

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The next meeting for Ring 8 will be this Tuesday, September 17th at the Crab House.

We will be celebrating the life of Emile Griffith, who passed away on July 22nd, showing several films of his most famous fights. We will also have several guest speakers on his career.

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President Bob Duffy opened the meeting with

Carmine singing the National Anthem and Paulette Balog toll the bell 10 times in the memory of all those who recently passed on.

President Duffy talked on Johnny Boz and that Ring 8 and Don Majeski raised the $3500 that was needed for Johnny’s funeral expenses. President Duffy then listed all the people that gave to this cause.

President Duffy stated that there will be no meetings in July and August.

Frank Pena talked on the Annual Ring 8 Picnic, which will be held in Glen Cove on July 14th. The cost will be $25. We will have NEW Ring 8 Hats and Pins available.

President Duffy stated that Lou Raymond won a award.

President Duffy talked on the finals of the New York Golden Gloves and that Ring 8 honored 4 time NY Golden Glove Champion Vince Shomo. President Duffy thanked Sparkle Lee, Robin Taylor and Frank Pena for getting this done.

Vince Shomo won four New York Daily News Golden Gloves Championships. Shomo won the 1956 featherweight Sub-Novice title, and the 1957, 1959 and the 1960 lightweight Open championships. Shomo trained at the City Youth Organization Gym in New York City. In 1957 he won the New York Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions at lightweight, by decision over Billy Copeland, also in 1957 he was on the short end of a decision to Billy Braggs for the Intercity Golden Gloves lightweight championship. In 1958 he won an Intercity Golden Gloves lightweight title over Billy Braggs. In 1959 he won the New York Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions at lightweight, by first round ko over Darrell Powell, also in 1959 he won the Intercity Golden Gloves lightweight championship by stopping Fred (Rocky) Davis in the second round, video. In 1960 he won the New York Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions, by first round ko over Leonard Thomas, also in 1960 he decisioned Brian O’Shea for the Intercity Golden Gloves championship at lightweight. Shomo was also the National AAU Light Welterweight champion in 1957, 1958, and 1960.

President Duffy introduced former Ring 8 President’s Henny Wallitsch and Bobby Bartels, he also recognized former World Featherweight Champion, Juan LaPorte and former Heavyweight Contender, Renaldo Snipes, along with several members of the WBC including Joe Dwyer and Jill Diamond.

NJBHOF President Henry Hascup talked on the there event in November. He also talked on Ring 8 getting a Facebook Page.

President Duffy talked on FIGHTNEWS and how they put in Ring 8 information on there site.

North American Boxing Federation President Joe Dwyer talked on the WBC that is Setting Up a Pension Fund for former fighters. The Swiss luxury watch brand Hublot and Jose Sulaiman, WBC president are working together to get this done. Iran Brakley, Junior Jones, Livingstone Bramble and Gerald McClellan wil be among the 1st to receive the benefits, which will be $400 a month.
WBC/Hublot raise $1 million for boxers pension fund

By Boxing Bob Newman – FIGHTNEWS:

In a first-of-its-kind event, the WBC and Hublot Watches teamed up to initiate a structured retirement pension fund for boxers in need through “A Legendary Evening,” held at The Bellagio hotel in Las Vegas. Twelve unique signature watches were auctioned off to the highest bidders. Each watch bore the engraved signature of one of the twelve select boxers on hand for the event. While former WBC heavyweight champion Ken Norton wasn’t able to attend due to his recovery from a recent stroke, and multi division champion Oscar De La Hoya had a family emergency that prevented him from coming, the other ten- George Foreman, Ray Leonard, Larry Holmes, Thomas Hearns, Lennox Lewis, Azumah Nelson, Julio Cesar Chavez, Roberto Duran, Mike Tyson and Jeff Fenech were on hand to take part in this historic event.

Hall of Fame ring announcer Michael Buffer emceed the event, introducing each fighter as their watch and robe modeled by an array of beauties, went to the bidding. Special guest auctioneer was Malcolm Barber, formerly of renowned auction house Sotheby’s, and currently managing director of Bonhams.

After the scrumptious $1000 a plate dinner featuring a double entree of filet mignon and colossal shrimp, the auction got underway.

Each fighter and his signature watch and robe were first introduced via highlight reel action of their greatest ring moments on several large screens in the room. The bidding lots were often heated with some fighters’ watches and robes jumping in increments of $10,000 at a time!

The winning bids for each boxer’s watch and robe were as follows:

George Foreman: $100,000
Sugar Ray Leonard: $140,000
Larry Holmes: $65,000
Thomas Hearns: $58,000
Lennox Lewis: $105,000
Azumah Nelson: $52,000
Julio Cesar Chavez: $100,000
Roberto Duran: $55,000
Oscar De La Hoya: $72,000
Mike Tyson: $120,000
Jeff Fenech: $60,000
Ken Norton: $60,000
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For a grand total of $987,000

Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe upped the ante by another $23,000 to bring the grand total of proceeds to the hoped for $1,000,000 raised for the inaugural pension fund.

Winning bidders got to enter the ring with their designated champion alongside them, as well as Hublot’s Ricardo Guadalupe, WBC president Jose Sulaiman and the giant check for $1,000,000 to the WBC pension fund. With the anticipated success of this inaugural event, it is likely to be repeated next year, and hopefully for years to come.

President Duffy talked on an up-coming show at the Barclays Center, Brooklyn, which will be featuring Adrien Broner and Paul Malignaggi in the Main Event. Undefeated Julian Williams 12 (7 KO)-0-1, who will be fighting on the under card was in attendance.

Ian Cannon, who is a Wheelchair Boxer, spoke on some of the people that has helped him out during the years. He talked about having just 1 Pro fight. He talked on the benefits of people like him boxing. He stated that Boxing & follow Boxers has helped him out more then any doctor has. He is disappointed that not too many young people attend these meetings. He spoke about his life and stated that boxing saved his life. Ian then took questions from the membership. Ian brother John stated that sometime we complain about some little things But Ian never does. He is a roll model to all of us. Carlos Ortiz Jr., stated that he has judged one of Ian fights.

Joe Dwyer, Jill Diamond and other members of the NABF awarded Ian with a Plaque.

President Duffy introduced former Heavyweight contender Monte Barrett.

President Duffy introduced Stan Hoffman who stated that he has managed 38 World Champions. Monte Barrett talked on Hoffman, stating that he was and is like a father to him. Monte stated that Stan took him to a play about Jesus and Stan being Jewish Monte thought that was a little unusual. Stan also took him to his house and took him in as if he was his son. Hoffman stated that he lets his fighters speak for him. He talked about his career in boxing. He talked on Iran Brakley who he promoted, in that he was the only fighter in history to hold a decision over Tommy Hearns in a World Title fight. He talked on Michael Bentt who stopped Tommy Morrison in the 1st round winning the WBO heavyweight title and James Toney, who he managed for 7 years, Toney won titles in 3 different weight divisions. President Duffy asked Stan if he would comeback in October or November as a Guest Speaker!

President Duffy introduced the former New York State Athletic Commissioner Ron Scott Stevens as the next guest speaker. Stevens started off by saying that this is a hard act to follow in Ian and Stan. Ron stated that he started off as a Ring Announcer then a matchmaker. He talked on the Judging of many Big time fights. He told a story on Cedric Kushner who was at a hotel when someone came to his room asking to be a Judge, and that he would be a home Judge.
Ron talked on Senator John McCain and some of the bad decisions over the years. He has talked to Marc Ratner, who is the former Executive Director of the Nevada State Athletic Commission, about Judging. He stated that we need more education. Greg Sirb of Pennsylvania, complied a list of all the Championship bouts since 1995 and how all the Judges scored the fights.
Ron stated that we should have 2 seminars a year. All Judges should take a test judging 5 rounds and if they don’t get 3 right they shouldn’t Judge. If they can’t pass the test again in 6 months they should be suspended. He stated that boxing is doing well. Ron played football in High School and wanted to play quarterback but never did. He really wanted to become an NFL coach But he found out that it would be a long shot.. Ron was a waiter when he was young but in 1980 a light bulb went off in his head and boxing came up.
His dream was to be a matchmaker at Madison Square Garden. He later became the Chairman of the NYSAC. He stated how can make boxing better? He stated that 13 out of the 21 Judges got 3 of the 5 rounds wrong. Judges should share there views with other Judges on how they scored the rounds.
Boxing Judge Carlos Ortiz Jr. stated that most Judges do a good job. Ron stated that in other sports baseball, football, basketball, etc., everyone knows how to score but not in boxing. Monte Barrett stated that other sports have seasons, boxing doesn’t. Stan Janousek (professional fight name Stanley Yanachek) stated that there should be refresher courses and Boxing Judge Robin Taylor stated maybe all the Judges should sit on the same side of the ring.
The Lewis/Holyfield fight came up and President Duffy stated that it was he who approved the Judges for that fight. Ron stated that in New York you must have at least 3 years as an Amateur before becoming a Pro. He is not a fan of open scoring either. He talked on what Larry Hazzard wanted to change the system to. He wanted to score a round 10-8.5 or 10-9.5 or 10-9. Ron didn’t think anything is wrong with the 10 point must system the way it is now. Ron stated that he was not a big fan of the instant replay either.
A question was asked about why can’t the Commission over turn a decision, the answer was that the Commission would get sued.
President Duffy talked on several Judges that he appointed.

Next Guest speaker’s were Victor Strong & Bruce Beegal from “Stream Energy” talked on De-Regulation – Energy They talked about saving money and actually making money every time they pay there Energy bills. They stated that if anyone is interested in hearing more they will be giving a 15 minute presentation after the meeting.

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Ron Scott Stevens & Ian Cannon Ring 8 Guest Speakers

Former Chairman of the New York State Athletic Commission, Ron Scott Stevens, and wheelchair boxer Ian Cannon will be special guest speakers this Tuesday evening (June 18, 7:00 p.m. ET) at historic Waterfront Crabhouse, in Long Island City, New York.

Recognized as an expert in the boxing industry, Stevens will discuss state athletic commissions and their obligation to appoint only qualified judges to score bouts and, of course, how to achieve that. In addition to being a highly respected and nationally known boxing commissioner, he was also a promoter, matchmaker, boxing editor and writer, and he even did some ring announcing. A person of diverse interests, Stevens is also an accomplished playwright who has written seven plays, including his most recent, “Paper Tiger.”

Cannon, a University of Hartford student, was born with cerebral palsy, however, he has inspired and motivated countless people by creating his innovative Roll with the Punches program, which provides fitness for individuals with mobility issues to improve their quality of life, overall physical fitness, independence and mental health. His program has successfully utilized boxing training techniques and methods as a tool for chair-bound people, primarily by using the basics of boxing – bag work, focus mitts, weight training and conditioning.

“Ron is a good friend and Ring 8 member,” Ring 8 president Bob Duffy said. “There have been a lot of questionable decisions lately in boxing and it’ll be interesting to hear what Ron has to say about judging in some of those fights. Ian is an inspirational and motivational speaker who was very well received by our members the last time he spoke here and we look forward to having him back with us.”

Duffy also announced that Ring 8, in association with Don Majeski and others in boxing, donated $3500 towards funeral expenses for the late, great matchmaker Johnny Bos that was forwarded to the Bos family.

Former World Boxing Council featherweight champion Juan LaPorte, who lives in Brooklyn, has confirmed his attendance at Tuesday’s annual Ring 8 monthly meeting.

ABOUT RING 8: Formed in 1954 by an ex-prizefighter, Jack Grebelsky, Ring 8 became the eighth subsidiary of what was then known as the National Veteran Boxers Association – hence, RING 8 – and today the organization’s motto still remains: Boxers Helping Boxers.

RING 8 is fully committed to supporting less fortunate people in the boxing community who may require assistance in terms of paying rent, medical expenses, or whatever justifiable need.

Go on line to www.Ring8ny.com for more information about RING 8, the largest group of its kind in the United States with more than 350 members. Annual membership dues is only $25.00 and each member is entitled to a buffet dinner at RING 8 monthly meetings, the third Tuesday of every month, excluding July and August. All active boxers, amateur and professional, are entitled to a complimentary RING 8 yearly membership.

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President Bob Duffy started the meeting off with

Carmine singing the National Anthem.

Paulette Balog toll the bell 10 times in the memory of Johnny Bos.

President Duffy introduced Boxing Historian, Writer Mike DeLisa, who talked on a few books that he and Johnny Bos wrote including “Who Lies There?” A Compendium of Boxer’s Obituaries. Mike brought several books for Ring 8 to sell and all the proceeds will go to the Funeral of Johnny Bos.

Billy Strigaro introduced Joanne Hutchins who talked on her charity (MomsWhoKick.Com) on Beast Cancer. Moms Who Kick® is a 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research and in support of women’s health. Their mission: To Inspire, Motivate, and Empower women to choose a healthy lifestyle.
The ‘Moms Who Kick’ firmly believe that physical fitness coupled with a nutritious diet can enable recovery and may prevent certain cancers. Their goal is to raise awareness and support in order to make a difference in the fight to find a cure.

President Duffy introduced a Women Boxing Promoter, Diane Fisher. She talked on how she got started and that she has a show at the Westchester County Center, White Plains, New York on Friday, May 24th.

President Duffy introduced Patricia Alcivar who recently won the vacant USA New York State female flyweight title. Patricia talked on how proud she was being the Champion.

President Duffy talked on the recent Fight that Ring 8 Board member Vinny Maddalone had at the Paramount Theatre.
Jerry Glick reporting from ringside: Joe DeGuardia and his able matchmaker Ron Katz put on a great show that brought in a full house to Huntington, LI, on a stormy night at his favorite venue, The Paramount Theater.

In the main event Vinny Maddalone, 229, was outweighed by about 100 pounds against Richard Carmack, 324, and used the first two rounds to work the body against his somewhat placid opponent. Looking bulky and strong, Carmack never let his hands go.

The popular Long Island heavyweight pounded Carmack’s ample midriff with his left and targeted his head with his right. Carmack began to cover up after absorbing a hard right and finally fell into the ropes where referee Chiarantano saved him from further punishment at 2:57 of round three. Maddalone’s record improved to 37-8 (28 KOs), as Carmack’s lost for the first time as a pro and is now 12-1 (10 KOs).

After the win Vinny said that Carmack was reluctant to let his hands go, “Because he knew that I would counter everything he threw my way.” Not sure exactly why, but Carmack had a good opportunity to pick up a nice “W” but was reluctant to make the effort. I called him “placid” and that was his demeanor from the opening bell. He looked ferocious but did little to act that way.
Ring 8 had 20 members in attendance and Vinny thanked them for there support.

President Denise Saddler, the daughter of Sandy Saddler, thanked everyone who had a part in the NYBHOF which Inducted her father last month.
BWAA President Jack Hirsch introduced Zachary Ochoa, a junior welterweight who is 4-0 (3). Zachary talked on his career.

Ron Ross talked on Emile Griffith and that a St. Louis Opera Company will be doing a play on his Emile’s life based on Ron’s book “Nine Ten and Out! The Two Worlds of Emile Griffith”.

Former World Featherweight Champion Juan Laporte, who was once trained by Emile, talked on Emile as well. He also talked on Carmelo Negron, who shortly after an operation to remove a stomach tumor died of advanced dementia and stomach cancer on May 10, 2013. He was buried in Hartford, Connecticut, on May 17, 2013. Juan stated that he has several gloves signed by many World Champions that he wants to raffle them off and the proceeds going to Carmelo’s family.

Ring Announcer and the voice of the Brooklyn Nets David Diamante talked on the up-coming ESPN Boxing Show this Friday and the Boxing Show at Foxswoods. He also talked on Boyd Melson who won his recent bout and his fight for spinal cord research.
President Duffy introduced all the celebrates and new members that were in the room.
Tribute to Johny Bos:

Don Majeski stated that it was Johnny Bos who brought him into boxing back in 1968, when he went to the Chuck Wepner/Jerry Tomasetti fight at Felt Forum. He stated that Johnny did everything in excess.

Herb Goldman talked on how Johnny Bos came up.

Billy Giles stated that Bos should have run Boxing, as he was the Best Matchmaker New York ever had.

Harold Lederman talked on how he met Bos along with Flash Gordon many years ago.

Ron Scott Stevens stated that when he first came into boxing people stated that he has to talk to Johnny Bos. He talked on Johnny as a Ring Announcer, Matchmaker and how he made a lot of Gerry Cooney fights. Ron stated that when you called Johnny, you would have to listen to 10 minutes of music before you could leave a message. He also stated that Johnny had a Great Rock & Roll voice.

Randy Gordon talked to Johnny about a week before he died and Johnny talked about all the people that just talked and then some. Randy told of a story when Johnny wore a Mink coat, plaid pants and a way out tie and then ran into Bert Sugar. Bert asked Johnny what’s with the getup? Johnny fired back by saying “yea and your such a fashion plate”. Randy talked on the Arturo Gatti/Joey Gamache fight and how Johnny was driven out of New York. Randy stated that Johnny died of a broken heart, But now he is with Angelo Dundee, Bert Sugar and others.

Rod Jacobs talked on how he met Johnny. He wanted to fight as a Pro But the Commission stated that he had to start as an Amateur. Rod was 35 years old at the time But he then had one Amateur and got his Pro license. Johnny stated that he had a fight for him, which was scheduled on his 36th birthday. When the Ring Announcer started to anounce him, he said in this corner Golden Glove Champion, Rod Jacobs. Rod was shocked because he only had that one Amateur fight and never even fought in the Golden Gloves.

Shawn Sullivan who was representing Lou DeBella, who was out of town. Shawn stated that Lou was sorry he couldn’t be hear and that Lou viewed Johhny as his mentor on how to manage fighters. A lot of early DeBella fighters were Bos fighters. He would talk to Johnny 2-3 o’clock in the morning at times and it broke his heart when he found out about his passing.

Ron Ross goes back to the 1960’s with Johnny, when he and Flash Gordon use to sell there programs. John Condon, President of MSG didn’t want them to sell any programs because the Garden couldn’t sell there’s. One time a kid thought Johnny was Hulk Hogan, and Johnny went through the routie as he really was. Ron then read a few articles that Bos wrote and stated that Johnny fought for the game.

President Duffy talked on Bos and why Ring 8 was doing this Tribute to him. He stated that it was Don Majeski and Herb Goldman’s idea. Johnny died pennyless and had no money for a funeral, which cost $3,800. All the money collected here tonight will go to his funeral and if anyone would like to help, please make the check out to the “Johnny Bos Fund”.
So far many have donated including Jimmy Winters and Lou DeBella, Plus Ring 8 has donated $500 and also stated that any new member that paid the membership dues tonight, will go to the Fund.
A Final 10 Count was given by Paulette Balog in the memory of Johnny Bos.

Frank Pena talked on our Picnic which will be held at Glen Cove on Sunday, July 14th.

Ring 8 and the U S metro honored Vince Shomo at the golden glove finals at the Brooklyn Barclays Center with a special achievement award supplied by ring 8…..a special thanks to our members, Frank Pena  , Sparkle Lee and Robin Taylor , along with Yvonne Williams, president of the metro and Golden Glove director, Brian Adams, who gave our friend and member a night he will never forget.

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 18th. There will be no meetings in July or August.
The Winner of the 50/50 won a signed NYBHOF Poster.

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