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</html>";s:4:"text";s:26761:"<a href="https://www.latinxnewswire.com/the-roberto-clemente-museum-in-puerto-rico/">Puerto Rico</a> He had us all optimistic on what the future holds for PR … <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2013/12/05/sports/de-la-hoya-named-to-hall-of-fame.html">La Hoya Named to Hall of Fame</a> Also selected for inclusion were publicist Bill Caplan, in the Non-Participants category, journalist Ron Borges, and producer-historian Bob Yalen, in the observer category. Miguel Cotto, who is six times world champion in different categories, achieved glory in just his second year, thus becoming the thirteenth Puerto Rican to enter the boxers’ olympus. Nero Chen. <a href="https://www.sportingnews.com/jp/other-sports/news/oscar-de-la-hoya-boxing-hall-of-fame-inductions-international-golden-boy-inductions-titles-career-stats-highlights/yz1fmkmvusdy161ywcv1u00w0">'Golden Boy' Oscar De La Hoya lands in International ...</a> Map. World Colored Welterweight Championship - June 11, 1937 to August 22, 1938; World Colored Middleweight Championship - January 11, 1940 until the title went extinct in the 1940s; World Colored … <a href="https://unanimodeportes.com/sports/hispanic-heritage-yadier-molina-dean-of-the-puerto-rican-catchers/">Puerto Rican</a> James Toney, Roy Jones Jr. and Miguel Cotto are headlining an impressive Class of 2022 for the International Boxing Hall of Fame, set to be inducted on June 12 in New York. <a href="https://www.the13thround.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=132948">Mayweather, Klitschko, Cotto, Ward Among ... - The 13th Round</a> <a href="https://www.yardbarker.com/general_sports/articles/the_20_greatest_hispanic_athletes_of_all_time/s1__24637300">The 20 greatest Hispanic athletes of all</a> <a href="https://www.latinolife.co.uk/articles/greatest-boricua-boxers-all-time">The Greatest Boricua Boxers of all Time | Latino Life</a> He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2002. He is a three-weight world champion, having held the WBA bantamweight title from 1987 to 1988; the WBA super bantamweight title from 1992 to 1995; and the WBA and lineal featherweight titles from 1996 to 1998. Roy Jones Jr., James Toney and Miguel Cotto have been elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame, it was announced today. Miguel Cotto leaves Hall of Fame legacy as he heads into final fight Saturday. St. Thomas native Julian “The Hawk” Jackson will cap off a weekend of festivities in Canastota, N.Y., on Sunday with his induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame's 25th class also included two of De La Hoya's contemporaries in the modern era -- Puerto Rican star Felix "Tito" Trinidad and Joe Calzaghe of Wales. The International Boxing Hall of Fame has mailed ballots for the 2021 election cycle, adding five newcomers to the modern boxer category in one of the deepest group of first-year eligible fighters in the history of the Canastota, New York, shrine. Following the culmination of the Puerto Rican Campaign and Spanish–American War, American soldiers who were … Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto, Roy Jones Jr. and James Toney were elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame, along with three-division champions Regina Halmich and Holly Holm. Sign in SIXTO ESCOBAR-- Born March 23, 1913, in Puerto Rico. Remembered for his tremendous talent and success and the indelible mark he made on the island’s boxing legacy, Ortiz was the second puertorican to become a world champion winning three world titles during his career, two of them in the lightweight division and one in the welters. Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto, Roy Jones Jr. and James Toney were elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame, along with three-division champions Regina Halmich and Holly Holm. The Boxing Hall of Fame's previous two induction ceremonies were canceled due to concerns and challenges with the COVID-19 pandemic. In an interview with Fightful, Cortez, a Puerto Rican referee who has been a part of hundreds of world title fights, said Serrano is a sure-fire Hall of Famer and one of the greatest boxers from the island of Puerto Rico. Hector Camacho Jr. got the call early Wednesday at his home in San Juan Puerto Rico. Not only that, Hernandez, who's of Puerto Rican descent, also won the 23rd season of "Dancing with the Stars." Serrano is fighting Dahiana Santana on the undercard of the Andre Berto vs. Shawn Porter card from the Barclays Center. Hardwick, who was well known by his nickname “Cocao Kid” won the World Colored Championships in both these divisions. In 1991 Carlos became the first puertorican International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee, and he currently holds … Was the first Puerto Rican boxer to win a world title when he KO'd Baby Casanova in 1934 to win the NBA bantamweight championship. Send to friend; Send Inquiry; Add to favorites; Print; Map; Overview. Top Rank Boxing . Fighters like Wilfred Benitez, Wilfredo Gomez, Jose Torres, and Edwin Rosario are just a few of the ring legends for Puerto Rico who have been inducted in … Fights were organized in haciendas among the workers of the sugar and coffee plantations, and the objective was to determine the best fighter among the employees. Moreover, at this so-called Temple of the Immortals, you can take a look at exhibitions where the protagonists are the items used by the athletes themselves, and where Puerto Rican pride and heritage are everywhere around the corner. Puerto Rico has given Major League Baseball some of the best players in the game today -- from potential future Hall of Fame catcher Yadier Molina to superstar shortstops Javier "El Mago" Báez, Francisco Lindor and Carlos Correa. “Cotto was the guy that time,” Zayas says about the first four- division champion from Puerto Rico. Oscar De La Hoya, who won an Olympic gold medal and became a champion in six weight divisions while winning 10 world titles, was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, N.Y. This week Cotto was announced as the newest inductee to the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Trinidad was champion in the International Boxing Federation, in the World Boxing Association and in the World Boxing Council. Not bad for a 17-year-old. The International Boxing Hall of Fame is the top of the hit parade, but it’s located in Canastota, New York, which, whatever the town’s virtues, is something of a backwater. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2012.Hardwick was born in the City of Mayaguez, Puerto Rico to Maria Arroyo, a native of Puerto Rico, and Lewis Hardwick, an African American Merchant Marine. Trained by his father, Trinidad began boxing at age 10 in his native Puerto Rico and became one of its most accomplished fighters, posting a 51-6 amateur record before turning pro. Following the Olympics, Cotto turned professional where he captured world championships in four weight divisions. SAN JUAN, PR – October 14, 2021 – (LATINX NEWSWIRE) – 21 Events, Inc announces the long-awaited re-opening of the Roberto Clemente Museum in Puerto Rico on Friday, October 15, 2021.Baseball fans will be able to enjoy and relive the story of the beloved slugger native of Puerto Rico, who wore the uniform of the Pittsburgh Pirates and was filled with glory upon … Marco Antonio Muñiz, better known as Marc Anthony, is an actor, singer, record producer,and television producer. Before Fame. Julie Chu. He was one of the biggest boxing stars in the 1980s after winning world titles at junior lightweight, lightweight and junior welterweight thanks to his agility and skills. There are 11 Puerto Rican fighters currently in the International Boxing Hall of Fame. He was born in New York City to parents from Guayama,Puerto Rico. Wilfredo Vázquez Olivera (born August 2, 1960) is a Puerto Rican former professional boxer who competed from 1981 to 2002. On June 9, when Trinidad is inducted in the International Boxing Hall of Fame, it will be that sense of joy and the connection it engendered with his countrymen in Puerto Rico, an island where boxing has accounted for as many Olympic medals as all other sports combined, for which Trinidad is remembered most fondly. Died Nov. 7, 1987. Inductees were voted in by members of the Boxing Writers Association and a … When did Felix Trinidad get into the Hall of Fame? He was named Fighter of the Year in 1967 by the Boxing Writer's Association of America. ( photo credit: Mikey Williams / Top Rank ) Ever since we’ve had the honor and privilege to interview top boxing prospect, Xander Zayas on the “EnVivo!” Podcast [ Episode #18], and he mentioned that several exciting, young fighters from PR will be the new wave of talent representing Puerto Rico in boxing. A grand jury on Thursday indicted Puerto Rican boxer Félix Verdejo in the killing of his pregnant lover, a case potentially eligible for the death penalty. Jose Torres, Chegui (born May 3, 1936), is a Puerto Rican who is a former boxer and the first hispanic ever to win the world Light Heavyweight championship. The International Boxing Hall of Fame is set to release its class of 2022. In 1913, his father was on leave and left the island without knowing that Maria was pregnant with his child. New York- Miguel Cotto was a championship fighter that never sought recognition or awards during his illustrious career as the first four- division champion from Puerto Rico. He primarily fought middleweight and welterweight matches. That’s an average of almost 40 cards per year since his first promotion on March 29, 1966 in Toronto, … It's also given MLB some of the great players of the past -- some of the greatest to ever play the game, in fact. Oscar De La Hoya, who won an Olympic gold medal and became a champion in six weight divisions in winning 10 world titles, was selected for … In 1965, it finally did. Miguel Cotto (October 29th, 1980-) is a former Puerto Rican professional boxer, who emerged as the first boxer from his homeland to become a “quadruple champion.” Belonging to a family of boxers, Miguel represented Puerto Rico as an amateur in the lightweight and light welterweight divisions at various international events. The pair of all-time greats lead the Class of 2022 members inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Also selected for inclusion were publicist Bill Caplan, in the Non-Participants category, journalist Ron Borges, and producer-historian Bob Yalen, in the observer category. The Puerto Rican boxer was In professional boxing, Miguel Cotto is a name that has been revered by the masses as one of the greatest ever to grace the sport. Puerto Rico has been a boxing powerhouse for a long time. Puerto Rico’s first great fighters were Sixto Escobar and Pedro Montanez, little men with great skill who fought in the 1930s and ultimately reached the International Boxing Hall of Fame. That Mexican chin took some shots. Jones retired in 2018 with a 66-9 record and 47 knockouts — including marquee wins over Jorge Castro, Thomas Tate, Vinny Paz and Merqui Sosa. Puerto Rican boxers posing next to one of the statues within the museum | Photo by Pabellón de la Fama del Deporte Puertorriqueño. The Vasiliy Lomachenko-Richard Commey card on Saturday in New York (ESPN and ESPN+) will be the 2,120 th of the Top Rank chairman’s career, according to a Top Rank news release. Marco Antonio Muñiz. Trivia. Oscar De La Hoya, who won Olympic gold and became a champion in six weight divisions in winning 10 world titles, will be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Puerto Ricans have also excelled in boxing, many having been inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Puerto Rico has produced top boxing stars in every decade since the 1930s. The Puerto Rican fighter retired in 1989. Subriel Matias grew up in the small city of Fajardo, in the east of Puerto Rico, whose most famous boxer was former world champion John John Molina. Former champions Hector Camacho Sr., Lupe Pintor and Hilario Zapata were enshrined Sunday in the Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, New York, on a night when the sport remembered Muhammad Ali. The Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, waived the rule requiring a five-year wait after retirement (or death) before a player could be elected to the Hall, and in July 1973 Clemente was the first player born in Latin America to be inducted into the national baseball shrine. The Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto was finally chosen to enter the International Boxing Hall of Fame for the class of 2022, in which seven other iconic characters of the sport also achieved immortality. Back in the pre '80's, he was a multiple N.Y. Golden Gloves Champion. Boxing is so important on the island that the government approved a law 25 years ago to provide a pension and other assistance to former fighters who have found themselves in troubled times. Last week, it was four years to the date when Cotto lost a 12-round unanimous decision to Sadam Ali at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Posted in Adventure & Sports. Puerto Rico is famous for beautiful beaches, year-round tropical weather, talented baseball players and music stars like Jose Feliciano, Ednita Nazario and Ricky Martin. I recall the last generation of Puerto Rico boxing, the birth of Miguel Cotto taking the torch from Felix "Tito" Trinidad as the island's biggest star. Puerto Rican boxer Jose 'Cheguí' Torres dies at 72. Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1996, he is considered among the best Puerto Rican boxers of all time, sharing the honor with Félix Trinidad, Wilfredo Gómez, Carlos Ortiz, Héctor Camacho, and Miguel Cotto.Benítez turned pro at 15, a young prodigy who was managed by his father Gregorio Benítez, was a member of one of Puerto Rico's boxing families, … Puerto Rico may be geographically small, yet some of the world’s biggest stars take pride in being hijos de la isla.From superstar performers and Oscar-winning celebs, to sports hall of famers and our very own PEGOT, these boricuas have elevated the reputation of the Island of Enchantment on an international level. SIXTO ESCOBAR-- Born March 23, 1913, in Puerto Rico. ... the first Puerto Rican man to win world titles in four weight classes. FELIX “TITO” TRINIDAD (PUERTO RICO) “Tito” is considered one … Here are the Greatest Puerto Rican Boxers ever. Foremost among them was Emilio “Millito” Navarro, a patriarch of the game on the island. Molina will be one of the Puerto Rican boxing stars featured at “A Night of Puerto Rican Pride” on Friday, June 6th at the Rusty Rail Party House during Hall of Fame Weekend. Cotto is the only Puerto Rican male fighter … The indictment was announced as dozens of people — some bearing flowers, balloons or small gifts — attended the wake of 27-year-old Keishla Rodríguez, who was reported missing a week ago and whose body was … Puerto Rican Cultural Society is an informal Group of Puerto Ricans hoping 2 make a difference in our communities. He joined the U.S. Army when he was 18 years old, where he learned to box. Jose "Cheguí" Torres sparing with Cleo Daniels in a training session before a fight in … In 2014 Trinidad was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, thus becoming the tenth Puerto Rican to receive such an honor. Among the fighters she promoted were Sugar Ray Robinson, Floyd Patterson, Carmen Basilio, George Foreman, Joe Frazier and Carlos Palomino. Was the first Puerto Rican boxer to win a world title when he KO'd Baby Casanova in 1934 to win the NBA bantamweight championship. “That time he was the champion in Puerto Rico for bringing all the glory to the Island.” Zayas has met Cotto many times. 10. Torres, José - boxer and in the Boxing Hall of Fame; Trinidad, Felix - professional boxer, considered as one of the best boxers in that archipelago's history. He put an end to his professional career with 44 wins (42 KOs), 3 defeats and a tie. Carlos Toro Jul 2, 2019 10:00AM. In 1991, Ortiz was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Felix "Tito" Trinidad is a retired professional boxer born in Fajardo, Puerto … Born in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, he became the first Puerto Rican to have won the World Boxing Championship (WBC) and World Boxing Organization (WBO) championships in the lightweight division. Hector “Macho” Camacho, the late boxing champion, will be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in New York. Now, Tito is a family man, father of 5 daughters, owner of a real estate business. “I was always fighting in school until I started in boxing,” said Matias, who idolized Hall of Fame Puerto Rican former champion Felix Trinidad and first entered the ring as a 12-year-old. The Puerto Rican boxer was In professional boxing, Miguel Cotto is a name that has been revered by the masses as one of the greatest ever to grace the sport. Among the fighters she promoted were Sugar Ray Robinson, Floyd Patterson, Carmen Basilio, George Foreman, Joe Frazier and Carlos Palomino. Carlos Ortiz (61-7-1, 30 KO's) - Ponce, Puerto Rico. New York- Miguel Cotto was a championship fighter that never sought recognition or awards during his illustrious career as the first four- division champion from Puerto Rico. …And the Puerto Rican earned it. He currently holds 21st place in BoxRec ranking of the greatest pound for pound boxers of all time. The induction ceremony is planned for June 12. Roy Jones Jr., James Toney and Miguel Cotto have been elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame, it was announced today. Puerto Rican Sports Hall of Fame Calle Normandie, San Juan, 00907. Share. Undoubtedly, he deservedly earned his place in the International Boxing Hall of … Bob Arum turned 90 today. Died Nov. 7, 1987. Sheraton Old … swimmer, first Puerto Rican to reach final Championships. Herbert Lewis Hardwick, the Afro Puerto Rican boxer, was inducted into the hall of fame in 2012. Felix "Tito" Trinidad. Consequently, the Primera Comisión Atlética de Boxeo (The First Athletic Boxing Commission) was created; this became the first organization dedicated to sanctioned boxing in Puerto Rico. Estadio Universal (Universal Stadium) became the first venue to organize legal boxing cards. Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1996, he is considered among the best Puerto Rican boxers of all time, sharing the honor with Félix Trinidad, Wilfredo Gómez, Carlos Ortiz, Héctor Camacho, and Miguel Cotto.Benítez turned pro at 15, a young prodigy who was managed by his father Gregorio Benítez, was a member of one of Puerto Rico's boxing families, … February 9, 2008 was the first time that boxers from Puerto Rico had held three of the four major welterweights titles ( World Boxing Association, International Boxing Federation and World Boxing Organization) when Carlos Quintana defeated Paul Williams to join Miguel Cotto, and Kermit Cintron as champions in the division. Notice I said, “per capita.” It is the home of legendary boxers like Wilfredo Gomez, Wilfredo Benitez, Felix Trinidad, Miguel Cotto, Hector Camacho, Edwin Rosarion, and Wilfredo Vasquez. On June 7, 2014, Miguel Cotto made history by becoming Puerto Rico's first four-division world champion. In women's boxing, Amanda Serrano holds the distinction of being the first IBF super featherweight champion and the first Puerto Rican female boxer to win world titles in five weight classes. The first Puerto Rican boxing referee to be inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame 9 Herbert "Cocoa Kid" Hardwick: 2012 Member of boxing's "Black Murderers' Row". Ortiz achieved the distinction of being Puerto Rico's second world champion when he stopped Kenny Lane to secure … boxer, Chen was Puerto Rico's first professional boxer. In the corridors of the main baseball stadium on the Caribbean island, Estadio Hiram Bithorn, a mural highlights the trajectory of several of the main custodians of “home plate”, among them, Yadier Molina, of the St. Louis Cardinals. He was included in the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1995. Having become the idol of many, Tito always kept his heart open to his homeland. Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto, Roy Jones Jr. and James Toney were elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame, along with three-division champions Regina Halmich and Holly Holm. ... Ortiz was inducted in the boxing hall of fame in 1996. The class of 2022 will be inducted with the 2020 and 2021 classes. “That time he was the champion in Puerto Rico for bringing all the glory to the Island.” Zayas has met Cotto many times. Posthumous … Escobar (43-22-3, 19 knockouts) became the country’s first champion when he outpointed Harry Jeffra in 1938 to win the bantamweight belt. It was announced on Tuesday that Cotto would be part of the 2022 class that will be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame next June. A round up of island-born legends you may recognize. Olympic ice hockey player who played the position of forward on the United States women's ice hockey team. Orlando Cepeda. 17 talking about this. Cotto earned a spot at the 2000 Olympics, representing Puerto Rico after recording a 125-23 amateur record. For years Puerto Rico has been known for being the “Land of Catchers.”. Cotto became a Puerto Rican boxing star with a combination of hand speed, punching power and aggressive style in the ring. Felix Trinidad - Felix Trinidad has a legitimate argument as Puerto Rico's best boxer, and if you consider his win over Oscar De La Hoya as legitimate, and talk about what he did for Puerto Rico, he is without a doubt Puerto Rico's best.With wins over Hector Camacho, William Joppy, Fernando Vargas and Pernell Whitaker, explosive power, a talent for getting back up and knocking the … Edwin Rosario (1979 – 1997) Edwin “Chapo” Rosario, March 15, 1963 – December 1, 1997, was a world champion professional boxer who competed from 1979 to 1997. Last week, it was four years to the date when Cotto lost a 12-round unanimous decision to Sadam Ali at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Hall of Fame's 25th class also included two of De La Hoya's contemporaries in the modern era — Puerto Rican star Felix "Tito" Trinidad and Joe Calzaghe of Wales. baseball player, member of Baseball Hall of Fame. This week Cotto was announced as the newest inductee to the International Boxing Hall of Fame. 3. Munguia (38-0, 30 KOs) remained undefeated and proved to be a middleweight contender by winning a 12-round middleweight fight by […] Top Rank Boxing . Here are some boxers who will almost certainly be inducted. Ever since we’ve had the honor and privilege to interview top boxing prospect, Xander Zayas on the “EnVivo!” Podcast [ Episode #18 ], and he mentioned that several exciting, young fighters from PR will be the new wave of talent representing Puerto Rico in boxing. ... the first Puerto Rican man to win world titles in four weight classes. The two are going into the International Boxing Hall of Fame as headliners of the class of 2022. The 41-year-old Puerto Rican will receive the honor after being eligible for the IBHOF last year. “Cotto was the guy that time,” Zayas says about the first four- division champion from Puerto Rico. Here are some facts about Puerto Rico’s best boxers. The island has produced more world champions per capita than any other country. Trinidad was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame on June 4, 2014, becoming only the tenth Puerto Rican to receive such a honor. Boxing was introduced and practiced in a clandestine manner in Puerto Rico while the archipelago was still a Spanish colony. Torres was born in the Playita sector of Ponce, the same area that Sor Isolina Ferre would later call home. The Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame, by contrast, is in Las Vegas, about which little more needs to be said. The Hall of Fame's 25th class also included two of De La Hoya's contemporaries in the modern era — Puerto Rican star Felix "Tito" Trinidad and Joe Calzaghe of Wales. In 2002, Ortiz was voted by The Ring magazine as the 60th greatest fighter of the last 80 years. 2) Quality of opposition: Outstanding. Visited 1225 times, 2 Visits today. CANASTOTA, New Jersey USA – Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto, Roy Jones Jr. and James Toney were elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame, along with three-division champions Regina Halmich and Holly Holm. Carlos Ortiz was the top lightweight champion of the 1960s and Wilfredo Gomez emerged in the late 1970s as one of the great pound-for-pound punchers in the The two are going into the International Boxing Hall of Fame as headliners of the class of 2022. He took up boxing simply to lose weight as a self-described “chubby” 11 … And the Hall of Fame promoter is still going strong. Considered to be one of the greatest Puerto Rican fighters ever, he was a World Lightweight and Light Welterweight Champion. The 41-year-old Puerto Rican will receive the honor after being eligible for the IBHOF last year. He won a silver medal in the lightweight division of the … Also selected for inclusion were publicist Bill Caplan, in the Non-Participants category, journalist Ron Borges, and producer-historian Bob Yalen, in the … Sign in Get Directions View Large Map. ANAHEIM-Mexico’s Jaime Munguia took on the skills and experience of Puerto Rico’s Gabe Rosado and proved that his chin and improved defense could pass the middleweight test on Saturday. Puerto Rican journalist Mario Rivera Martino was selected posthumously. The oldest son of Hector “Macho” Camacho, and still an active fighter was informed that his late father got his “time” and is one of the newest inductees into the International Boxing Hall of Fame along with others in the class of 2016. Boxing. Cotto, who represented Puerto Rico in the 2000 Olympics, won championships at super lightweight, welterweight, super welterweight and middleweight. 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