Photos: Pacquiao Mosley Final Press Conference
LAS VEGAS (May 4, 2011) – A mega-boxing event devoid of trash talk continued Wednesday as classy athletes Manny Pacquiao and Shane Mosley maintained their respectful tones during the final press conference at the Hollywood Theatre at MGM Grand. The final press conference for the undercard fighters is Thursday.
Several hundred media types from around the world attended a press conference hosted by SHOWTIME and CBS sports personality, James Brown. Besides the main eventers, other speakers included Hall of Fame promoter, Bob Arum of Top Rank, Ken Hershman, Executive Vice President and General Manager SHOWTIME Sports, President Sports and Entertainment MGM Resorts International, Richard Sturm, Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman and the boxers’ trainers and managers.
Toward the end of his turn at the podium, Pacquiao sang a line from his recently released “Sometimes When We Touch’’ single.
This Saturday, May 7, at the sold-out MGM Grand Garden Arena, eight-division world champion Pacquiao (52-3-2, 38 KOs), of General Santos City, Philippines, will defend his WBO welterweight title against three-division world champion Mosley (46-6-1, 39 KOs), of Pomona, Calif., in the main event of a four-fight telecast produced and distributed live by SHOWTIME PPV® beginning at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT.
The eagerly awaited event also will be available online at www.toprank.tv, http://sports.SHO.com, and www.sports.yahoo.com.
Photos: Tom Casino/SHOWTIME PPV
Shane Mosley and Pacquiao Arrive At MGM Grand
LAS VEGAS (May 3, 2011) – They started hovering around the make-shift ring in the lobby and the front entrance at MGM Grand an hour before the first of the custom-designed buses were scheduled to arrive.First, a little after 11 a.m., came the Shane Mosley bus. Then, at a tad after 1, the bus carrying Manny Pacquiao and his team rolled onto the property.
By the time Pacquiao stepped inside the MGM, several hundred vocal, animated fans, most carrying cameras and chanting his name, and media, including dozens of TV crews, had jammed into the area.
This Saturday, May 7, at the sold-out MGM Grand Garden Arena, eight-division world champion Pacquiao (52-3-2, 38 KOs), of General Santos City, Philippines, will defend his WBO welterweight title against three-division world champion Mosley (46-6-1, 39 KOs), of Pomona, Calif., in the main event of a four-fight telecast produced and distributed live by SHOWTIME PPV® beginning at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT.
The eagerly awaited event also will be available online at www.toprank.tv, www.sports.SHO.com, www.cbs.com andwww.sports.yahoo.com.
Photos: Chris Farina/Top Rank
HP Nabs Pacquiao As Face For New Tablet Computer Marketing Campaign
Two months after taking over management of Manny Pacquiao’s largely dormant global endorsement portfolio, promoter Top Rank has landed the fighter a spot in Hewlett-Packard’s upcoming campaign around its recently released tablet computer.
Working through agency William Morris, Top Rank submitted Pacquiao to HP when it learned the brand was looking for a select group of high-profile entertainers and athletes to feature in the campaign, which will include television, radio, print, outdoor and billboard components, all of which will feature the fighter and run globally.
‘Solo Boxeo Tecate’ Event To Take Place May 6th From Indio, CA
LOS ANGELES, April 29 - The boxing ring at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, Calif. will be rocking on Friday, May 6, as some of the fight game’s hardest hitters, including Librado Andrade, Aaron Pryor Jr., Enrique Ornelas, Deontay Wilder and Randy Caballero, return to action on a stacked card that kicks off May with a bang.
In the 10-round light heavyweight main event of the TeleFutura’s “Sólo Boxeo Tecate” broadcast, La Habra’s three-time world title challenger Librado Andrade (29-3, 22 KO’s) returns to the Southern California-area to battle talented Aaron Pryor Jr. (15-3, 11 KO’s) of Cincinnati. Pryor’s father, the legendary Aaron Pryor Sr., will be in attendance cheering on his son.
SHOBOX Returns May 19th Featuring Sharif Bogere, Seth Mitchell & Gary Russell
LOS ANGELES, April 29 – The May 13th edition of the hit SHOWTIME series, ShoBox: The New Generation will feature some of boxing’s top unbeaten stars as they risk their “0′s” on a stacked card led by 19-0 Sharif “The Lion” Bogere, 21-0-1 Seth “Mayhem” Mitchell and 15-0 Gary Russell Jr. The action-packed “Night of Unbeaten Stars” featuring these three of ESPN.com’s top prospects to watch for 2011 will take place from Buffalo Bill’s Star of the Desert Arena in Primm, Nevada.
Reminder To L.A. Fans: Meet And Greet With The Andrade Brothers And Enrique Ornelas
Indio, CA, April 29, 2011 - Saturday, April 30th is a fight fans’ perfect opportunity to meet boxing’s favorite fistic brothers, Librado Andrade and Enrique Ornelas, as well as local hero Randy Caballero. All three fighters will be on hand at a public appearance at the La Quinta, Calif. Home Depot from 12:00pm to 2:00pm PT where they will sign autographs, pose for photos and talk with fans in attendance. Fight fans can also experience the latest in power tool technology from an interactive display by DeWalt Tools, a sponsor of the fights on Friday, May 6 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. The event, which is free and open to all ages, will also be a feature a special raffle that will include fight tickets and merchandise.
Promotions and Offers For Fans During Pacquiao-Mosley Fight Week!
Tecate is set to offer fans some amazing promotions and offers during the Pacquiao-Mosley fight week. Take advantage of these great promotions and events:
Tecate will inaugurate in Vegas the Arena Tecate, a space where fans 21 and older will enjoy of free activities such as autograph sessions with boxing legends, open workouts with today’s rising stars, access to boxing memorabilia, concerts and more.
As primary sponsor of the May 7 Pacquiao vs. Mosley bout and long-time supporter of boxing, Tecate, cerveza con carácter, launched a variety of promotions to help fans 21 and older across the United States get as close to the action as possible, including:
$25 Pay-Per-View Mail-in Rebate:
With the purchase of a 12-pack or larger of Tecate or Tecate Light at participating retail locations, fans 21 and older across the nation can take advantage of an up to $25 mail-in-rebate off of the Showtime Pay-Per-View event. For additional information on this offer, please visit www.Facebook.com/TecateBoxing.
Commemorative Packaging:
Tecate brought back its specially-designed cans to retail stores across key markets. Adults can purchase the commemorative 24oz Tecate cans featuring images of Manny Pacquiao and “Sugar” Shane Mosley to enjoy responsibly and add to their boxing memorabilia collection.
Savings on Viewing Party Essentials:
Adults can save up to $40 instantly or by mail-in rebate on key ingredients for their Pacquiao vs. Mosley PPV viewing party at home, including el Jimador tequila, Barcel salty snacks, and salsa, with the purchase of a 12-pack or larger of Tecate or Tecate Light.
Behind-the-scenes Access to Pacquiao vs. Mosley:
Fans will have unprecedented access to the highly anticipated fight week through www.facebook.com/TecateBoxing. The page will be updated throughout the week with exclusive behind-the-scenes videos, photos and updates to make aficionados feel like they’re there.For eligibility details and regulations surrounding the PPV mail-in rebates and other offers, “like” us on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/TecateBoxing.
‘Fight Night Club’ Tonight At L.A Live’s Club Nokia!
LOS ANGELES, April 28 – East Los Angeles’ “Pitbull,” unbeaten prospect Frankie Gomez (8-0, 6 KO’s), will attempt to tear through another opponent this Thursday, April 28, when he headlines “Fight Night Club” at L.A. LIVE’s Club Nokia in a six round junior middleweight fight against Vancouver, Washington’s Jason Davis (11-8-1, 3 KO’s).
Also looking to keep his local fans happy this week will be hometown favorite Ramon Valadez (7-1, 4 KO’s), who battles the Dominican Republic’s Rafael Lora (11-4, 5 KO’s) in the junior lightweight co-main event scheduled for six rounds.
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