Boxing Section
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The sport of boxing is becoming increasingly popular in Austin, Texas. A powerful moving force at the center of the Austin boxing scene is Richard Lord, owner and operator of Richard Lord's Boxing Gym. At various times he also acts as a Boxing Promoter, Manager, Trainer, and Ringside Cut-Man.
Richard Lord
Bruce Acuňa
Another personage who is expanding his mark on the Austin boxing scene is Bruce Acuňa, owner of Bruce's KO Boxing Gym. He serves as trainer and corner man for several popular Austin fighters.
The Boxing Section of our web site presents boxing events that have taken place in Austin, Texas. Click on a link below to see detailed results and pictures.
- Chavez-Morales Press Conference. Top Rank Boxing President Bob Arum hosted a press conference for Challenger Erik Morales and Champion Jesus Chavez at Dave and Buster's on December 9, 2003. The fight is scheduled for February 28, 2004 in Las Vegas. Click on the link to view pictures of the fighters and others attending.
- Fight Night 8-15-03 Austinite Jesus Chaves challenges World Champion Sirimongkol Singmanassuk of Thailand at the Austin Convention Center.
- Showdown IV 2-8-03 Amateur boxing at the Pan American Recreation Center in Austin, Texas.
- Fight Night 5-17-02 Johnny Casas defeats Nelson Alexander to move up in National Rankings.
For National coverage of Women's Boxing go to WBAN home page.
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