Jimmy Lange Boxing Information

Jimmy Lange to Headline July 25 Fight Card in Greensboro, NC
“Contender” Season One Boxer to Face Jimmy LeBlanc in Main Event at Greensboro Coliseum Special Event Center.

Northern Virginia (June 22, 2009) — Popular Jr. Middleweight contender Jimmy Lange (30-3-2, 21 KOs), who captured the World Boxing Council’s 154-pound U.S. National Boxing Championship last month, will return to action on Saturday, July 25, 2009, headlining a fight card at the Greensboro (NC) Coliseum Special Event Center.  The Great Falls, VA fighter and season one participant on The Contender boxing show will face Jimmy LeBlanc (12-16-4, 4 KOs) of Weymouth, MA in an eight-round non-title bout as part of the Double Impact event presented by Walter Johnson Promotions in association with WorldBoxe.

The fight marks Lange’s first in the Tar Heel state and first outside the Patriot Center in more than four years (and seven bouts) since beating Tarick Salmaci in a Contender Fan Favorite contest held May 24, 2005 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV.  Lange’s training camp with top veteran trainer Don Turner is based in Arapahoe, NC, located about 200 miles from Greensboro.  The Greensboro Coliseum Special Event Center is approximately a five-hour drive from the Northern Virginia / Washington, DC area.

Lange fans will remember the tough Boston-based LeBlanc for his November 1, 2008 appearance at the Patriot Center where he scored a devastating first-round knock out of former Alexandria, VA contender Luther Smith.

In addition to Lange, promoters are looking to add a second boxer from The Contender series to the card.  Tickets will be on sale at www.ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster outlets, charge-by-phone at 800-745-3000 and at the Greensboro Coliseum Box Office.  VIP tickets may be purchased by calling 336-254-4700.

Jimmy Lange Contact:
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Brian Bishop – 703-533-4830
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Jimmy Lange Captures WBC USNBC Championship
4,132 Fans Witness Hometown Hero Defeat Houghtaling

FAIRFAX, VA – Northern Virginia boxer Jimmy Lange (30-3-2, 21 KOs) thrilled an electric crowd of 4,132 at the Patriot Center on Saturday night by defeating Frank Houghtaling  (19-16-6, 4 KOs) via TKO for the vacant 154-lb. WBC USNBC Championship.  Lange punished Houghtaling throughout the bout, but the Albany, NY fighter persevered, demanding the best of Lange before retiring in his corner after the fifth round.  The fight also marked the end of Houghtaling’s in-ring career, as he announced his retirement and plans to become a preacher in a post-fight news conference.

WBC USNBC Championship:  Jimmy Lange (30-3-2, 21 KOs) def. Frank Houghtaling (19-16-5, 4 KOs) TKO After 5th Round

FAIRFAX, VA (March 26, 2009) – Junior middleweight contender Jimmy Lange (29-3-2, 20 KOs) has a new opponent for the World Boxing Council (WBC) United States National Boxing Championship (USNBC) Super Welterweight (154-lb) championship fight coming to the Patriot Center on May 2.  After his previously-confirmed challenger (Ryan Davis) unexpectedly backed out, Ice Promotions officials confirmed today that Frank Houghtaling (19-15-5, 4 KOs) of Albany, NY, has accepted to fight the popular Great Falls, VA boxer in the 12-round Main Event title fight.

Houghtaling (Ho-telling) has won three regional titles and fought tough competition during his career, including a victory over former world champion Livingstone Bramble.  The cagey veteran was stopped by Matthew Hutton in the seventh round of their IBF International Welterweight title bout two years ago and dropped a ten-round decision to former world champion Sharmbra Mitchell at DC’s Lincoln Theatre.  He and Lange share a common opponent in Kevin Collins.  Houghtaling is 2-1 against the New York fighter, while Lange suffered his first pro setback to Collins in the boxer’s third pro bout.

As a member of the legendary Cus D’Amato’s Catskill (NY) Boxing Club, Houghtaling trained alongside former heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson with top trainer Kevin Rooney.  He entered the Army and turned professional while stationed at Fort Lewis in Washington before returning to New York.  In 2001, he joined the Air National Guard and plans to return to the Army National Guard this May. While in the military, he earned an undergraduate degree in business administration/human resources and is currently studying for his Master’s in Divinity at Mid American Baptist with the intention of becoming an Army chaplain.

Lange, a Bishop O’Connell (Arlington, VA) High School graduate rose to 21-1-1 over his first five years, earning an unmatched regional following in the Washington, D.C./Baltimore area. In 2003, he scored high marks and won fans at the national stage with his impressive third-round TKO of former WBF light heavyweight champion Homer Gibbins live on ESPN2’s Tuesday Night Fights. His fame rose to new heights as a “Fan Favorite” on season one of the boxing TV series The Contender, with hosts Sylvester Stallone and “Sugar” Ray Leonard.  Since the show, Lange has headlined all six pro cards held at the Patriot Center, drawing more than 5,000 fans to each. In 2007, he captured the WBC’s 154-pound Continental Americas’ championship belt with an eight-round TKO rematch win over Fontaine Cabell. 

An exciting fight card featuring up to 10 bouts of top professional local and regional boxers will be showcased. Doors open at 6:30pm with the first fight set for 7:30pm.  Tickets, priced at $20, $50, $75, $100, $150, $200, $300 and $500 (plus applicable service charges), can be purchased through Ticketmaster by logging onto www.ticketmaster.com, calling 703-573-SEAT, 202-397-SEAT or 410-547-SEAT or by visiting any Ticketmaster outlet, including the Patriot Center box office. For group sales and sponsorship opportunities, please call (703) 536-6060.

Media Contact:
Brian Bishop – brian@bwfcom.com
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“Tattoo” Tom Mitchell Loses Bout, But Earns Respect in Fight for Cancer;Promotion to Donate $6,000 to Growing Hope Organization.

FAIRFAX, VA (November 2, 2008) – In the fight of the night, popular Virginia middleweight contender Jimmy Lange (29-3-2, 20 KOs) scored an impressive, unanimous victory over Grover Wiley (30-12-1, 14 KOs) at the Patriot Center Saturday night in his first action since May 2007. A confident Lange displayed a strong jab and landed effective body shots throughout the ten-round battle, including a fourth-round knock down, to defeat the Midwest veteran who displayed toughness and a no-quit attitude.

Looking fully-recovered from a rotator cuff injury suffered during the first round of his WBC Continental America’s championship title bout held 17 months ago, Lange showed little ring ‘rust’ and provided his loyal and spirited hometown fans their money’s worth with the strong performance.

Despite losing his professional debut to Yieta Johnson (1-2, 1 KO) via second-round TKO, “Tattoo” Tom Mitchell (0-1) earned the respect and admiration of the crowd for his gutsy performance and heartwarming story of fighting to raise awareness of childhood cancer.  Mitchell entered the ring led by his 18-year old daughter, Shayla, who was diagnosed with cancer last summer, to thunderous applause.  Later she joined her Dad and promoter Jackie Kallen in announcing that $6,000 was raised from the evening which would be donated to Growing Hope, a local non-profit organization that provides outreach and family support programs for children battling cancer.  Mitchell donated his purse, while the promotion agreed to donate one-third all of the revenue generated from Mitchell’s personal ticket sales to the cause.

In the evening’s other bouts, Jimmy LeBlanc (12-15-4, 3 KOs) KO’d Luther Smith (22-8-2, 12 KOs) in the first round, Tracy Brewer (3-0, 1 KOs) defeated Calvin Aughty (0-3) in a competitive, four-round slugfest, and Curtis Smith (9-4, 4 KOs) outpointed Carlos Cisneros (9-16-1, 6 KOs) for a win.

Official Result

Lange UD Wiley (100-89, 99-90, 98-91) – 10 Rounds, Jr. Middleweight

Attendance:  5,817

Familiar Faces in the Crowd:
Notable boxers attending the event included current and former world champions as well as top Beltway area prospects: Paul “The Punisher” Williams, Eric “Mighty Mouse” Aiken, Demarcus “Chop Chop” Corley (Johnson’s trainer), Thomas Snow, Bayan “The Mongolian Mongoose” Jargal, Fontaine Cabell (working with Lange), Perry Ballard, Juan Carlos Robles, Andrew “Doo Man” Farmer, Kay Koroma and Tony Jeter. Also seen were former Redskins linebacker Ken Harvey, Redskins broadcaster Larry Michael and JP Flaim of WJFK’s “The Junkies.”

Media Contact:
Brian Bishop – brian@bwfcom.com
Brotman ▪ Winter ▪ Fried Communications
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Fight fans are invited to two upcoming events associated with the Live Pro Boxing Show coming to the Patriot Center on Saturday, Nov. 1 featuring local fan favorite Jimmy Lange in the Main Event.  See below for details on the official weigh-in and after-party hosted by the Alpine Restaurant.
 
Friday, Oct. 31 at Noon
 
Official Weigh-In – Alpine Restaurant
All boxers and their respective teams will attend the mandatory event to record their official weights. Everyone will be available for meet-and-greet, autograph signings and interviews.
 
Saturday, Nov. 1
 
Official After-Party – Alpine Restaurant
Saturday, Nov. 1 from approx. 11:00 pm (begins right after last fight ends) to 2:00 am
Join fans, officials, sponsors and participants for a post-fight celebration.
 
Alpine Restaurant
4770 Lee Highway,
Arlington, VA 22207
Tel: (703) 528-7600)
 
The Alpine Restaurant, one of Arlington’s oldest and most authentic Italian restaurants, was established in 1966 and serves delicious food with fabulous portions in an inviting and enjoyable atmosphere.
 
More Media Coverage for the Show
 
Cheers & Jeers column
Washington Examiner
Jimmy Lange story by Kevin Dunleavy
http://www.dcexaminer.com/opinion/blogs/CheersandJeers/Cheers__Jeers__This_time_Lange_looks_to_drop_the_bomb.html
 
 
TONIGHT
Thursday, October 30, 2008
 
“Sports Talk “
NewsChannel 8
Host Glen Harris
Live 8:00 to 8:30 pm
Guests – “Tattoo” Tom Mitchell and Thomas Snow
www.news8.net
 
Friday, Oct. 31, 2008
 
“Elliot in the Morning”
DC101
Live 820 am
Guest – Jimmy Lange
www.dc101.com, www.eitmonline.com/home.html
 
5:00 pm News
WRC-TV NBC4
 “Tattoo” Tom Mitchell Story
www.nbcwashington.com/
 
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008
 
Thom Loverro column
The Washington Times Sports
Local boxing
www.washingtontimes.com
 
 
 
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Jaime Palma vs. Dean White, Fontaine Cabell vs. Chad Greenleaf Added to Patriot Center Boxing Card

Fairfax, VA — Ice Promotions announced today that Jimmy Lange will face Grove Wiley in the 10-round Main Event of the live, professional boxing card scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 1 at the Patriot Center.  The event marks the Great Falls, Va. junior middleweight’s first action since suffering a shoulder injury in May 2007 that has caused a 17-month layoff and led to Lange relinquishing his WBC Continental Americas 154-pound title.
 
Wiley, a tough, veteran fighter with a record of 30-11-1 (14 KOs), is best known for beating legendary world-champion Julio Cesar Chavez in a fifth-round TKO, sending the Mexican superstar into retirement.  While the Omaha, Neb.-native has lost six of last seven fights, he has faced stiff competition, including Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. (who holds Lange’s former championship belt).  In fact, the combined record of Wiley’s last seven opponents is an impressive 249-13-4.
 
A rematch between two popular Beltway boxers has just been added to the card as junior welterweights Jaime “The Punisher” Palma (13-12-1, 6 KOs) of Alexandria, Va., and Smithburg, Md.’s Dean “Pittbull” White (14-9-1, 3 KOs) will square off in an eight-round contest.  Palma, who scored a unanimous eight-round decision over White one year ago, looks to get back on the winning track having lost his last two bouts after previously reeling off six straight including winning the Virginia Light Welterweight title.
 
White makes his third trip to the Patriot Center, where he has enjoyed mixed results. The gritty southpaw earned an impressive win over Dorin Spivey in December 2006 followed by TKO loss to highly-regarded Damien Fuller in May 2007.
 
Two of Lange’s previous opponents will face one another when Fontaine Cabell (22-8-2, 17 KOs) battles Chad Greenleaf (10-10-1, 4 KOs) in an eight-round bout. Cabell earned the respect of area fans for his valiant effort and rugged performances against hometown favorite Lange in their two championship bouts held at the Patriot Center in December 2006 and in May 2007.  In his last fight, the Orlando, Fla.-based Cabell fell to Freddy Muriel, a participant on season two of The Contender series.
 
Greenleaf, a southpaw from Parkersburg, W.Va., lost to undefeated Beltway boxer Jesse “The Beast” Nicklow in his last contest.  He went the distance but lost a decision to Lange back in May 2003.
 
A native of Arlington, Va. and a Bishop O’Connell High School graduate, Lange has headlined all five previous professional boxing events at the Patriot Center on the George Mason University campus, including the sport’s debut at the arena on September 17, 2005.  The junior middleweight drew national attention as a participant on the first season (2005) of the NBC boxing reality program, The Contender, and possesses an impressive 28-3-2 (20 KOs) record.
 
Ticket, priced at $30, $50, $75, $100, $150, $200, $300 and $500 (VIP Ringside), are on sale and  can be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling phone charge at (703) 573-SEAT (7328), logging onto www.ticketmaster.com or by visiting the Patriot Center Box Office. Group tickets and sponsorships are available by calling (703) 536-6060.
 
Media Contact:
Brian Bishop – brian@bwfcom.com
Brotman ▪ Winter ▪ Fried Communications
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Popular Northern Virginia boxer returns after 17 month layoff

FAIRFAX, VA (August 18, 2008) — After being sidelined with an injury over the last 17 months, popular Northern Virginia boxer Jimmy Lange (28-3-2, 20 KOs) will return to action by headlining a live, professional boxing card on Saturday, November 1, 2008 at the Patriot Center in Fairfax, Virginia.  The event, produced by Ice Promotions and headed by Jackie “First Lady of Boxing” Kallen, marks the fighter’s sixth appearance at his hometown venue.

Lange has fully recovered from surgery to a shoulder injury that occurred in the first round of his May 12, 2007 World Boxing Council (WBC) Continental America’s 154-pound title fight against Fontaine Cabell.  Due to his inability to box during the long layoff, Lange voluntarily relinquished his championship belt which is now held by Julio César Chávez Jr., oldest son of legendary three-time world champion Julio César Chávez, who won the title in an elimination bout on February 9, 2008.

“I look forward to regaining the momentum from my last fight and continuing my quest to become a world champion,” said Lange.  “I feel physically stronger than ever, fully recovered from the surgery and ready to step back into the ring at the Patriot Center this fall.”

Next month Lange heads down to Vero Beach, Florida to begin his regular, six-week boxing training session with head trainer James “Buddy” McGirt in preparation for the November 1st fight.

Lange’s opponent has not yet been secured for the fight card which will feature five to six additional bouts.

A native of Arlington, Virginia and a Bishop O’Connell High School graduate, Lange has headlined all five professional boxing events at the Patriot Center on the George Mason University campus, including the sport’s debut at the arena on September 17, 2005.  The junior middleweight drew national attention as a participant on the first season (2005) of the NBC boxing reality program, The Contender, and possesses an impressive 28-3-2 (20 KOs) record.

Ticket, priced at $30, $50, $75, $100, $150, $200, $300 and $500 (VIP Ringside), are on sale and  can be purchased through Ticketmaster by calling phone charge at (703) 573-SEAT (7328), logging onto www.ticketmaster.com or by visiting the Patriot Center Box Office. Group tickets and sponsorship are available by calling (703) 536-6060.

Media Contact:
Brian Bishop – brian@bwfcom.com
Brotman ? Winter ? Fried Communications
Tel: 703-533-4830

World Boxing Council (WBC) continental Americas super welterweight champion Jimmy Lange today announced that $5,170 was raised and will be distributed to the family of the late world champion Diego “Chico” Corrales as a result of last month’s benefit event hosted by the popular Northern Virginia contender..

I’m truly proud that we raised more than $5,000 to help Diego Corrales’ family,” said Lange of the Saturday night program that combined entertainment and philanthropy with a live boxing card. “My fans have been extremely loyal and generous in support of everything I do. I’m extremely grateful for everyone that helped organize and participate in the event. I want to personally thank Gary Shaw, Chico’s promoter, who was instrumental in putting us in touch with Michelle (Diego’s wife) and her children. We hope our small token of appreciation helps the family during the holiday season.”

A hometown title defense in the spring 2008 is next up for Lange who captured the 154-pound title in an impressive, hard-fought rematch over Fontaine Cabell last May. The Patriot Center, where the native Northern Virginian has enjoyed enthusiastic, hometown crowd support en route to a 3-1-1 record over the past two years, has been reserved for Saturday, March 29, 2008. Further details, including an opponent and ticket information, will be announced in the near future.

Tickets now on sale for event featuring four bouts.

McLean, Va. — Popular Northern Virginia fighter Jimmy Lange will host a special evening of boxing and entertainment to benefit the family of deceased former world champion Diego Corrales on Saturday, October 6, 2007 at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner. The event, a joint production between Jimmy Lange Enterprises and Ice Promotions, will feature professional boxing, live musical entertainment, a three-course meal and a silent auction.
 
Tickets are limited for this intimate affair with table seats (includes three-course dinner) available for $350, $250 or $175; with a limited number of general admission tickets selling for $100. Fans can purchase tickets by calling (703) 536-6060.
 
Lange (28-3-2, 20 KOs), who captured the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) Continental America’s 154-pound title against Fontaine Cabell last May, sparred with Corrales in Florida at trainer Buddy McGirt’s Vero Beach gym several years ago where he developed a great deal of respect for the battle-tested warrior.
 
“Chico was one of the few modern boxers who, win or lose, always left everything out there at the end of the day.  He had a tremendous heart and was a great crowd-pleaser who gave 100-percent every time in the ring,” said Lange, about Corrales, who died on May 7, 2007, is survived by his wife, Michelle, and was the father of six children, including a son, Diego, born in June 2007. “I look forward to honoring him on October 6 and helping raise funds for his family.”
 
A cocktail hour starts at 6:00 pm with doors opening at 7:00 pm.  Entertainment will be provided by Emil Stucchio & The Classics, whose popular songs include "Till Then," "P.S. I Love You" and "You'll Never Know".
 
Matchmaker Joe Hensley promises an exciting four-bout fight card, including a hard-hitting, six-round showdown between undefeated cruiserweight “JC Superstar” Juan Carlos Robles (9-0, 4 KOs) of Waynesboro, Va., and dangerous William “The Storm” Bailey (7-12-2, 4 KOs) of Portsmouth, Va.  Former D.C. resident Charles Norwood (2-1, 1 KO) of Roanoke, Va. There will be three other bouts on this benefit card to raise money for the family of Diego Corrales. Charlottsville, VA middleweight George "War Time" Rivera battles Portsmouth's John "JT" Terry. Rivera (4-1, two KO's) is coming off a four-round unanimous decision over previously undefeated Lawrence Jones on August 25 in Springfield, VA. Terry (2-6, one KO) is trying to break a five-bout losing streak. Both of Terry's wins came in visits to the area as he defeated out-of-towners Michael Dickerson and James Shedrick in consecutive bouts at BXF Gym in Millersville in 2005.

Making his pro debut on this card will be Baltimore featherweight Angelo Ward. Ward, a former Golden Glove champion, will take on James "Boo" Franks of Norfolk, VA (2-3, two KO's).

Rounding out the card will be Roanoke, VA's "The Freak of Nature" Charles Norwood (originally from DC — 2-1, one KO) taking on Baltimore's Ron "The Rock" Reaves (2-0, one KO.)

Update on "JC Superstar" Juan Carlos Robles.

Robles, who was scheduled to make his first in-ring appearance since suffering injuries in a motorcycle accident, hurt his foot in a freak accident, stepping down wrong off of a curb. Robles was slated to take on Portsmouth VA's William "The Storm" Bailey on the October 6 card.

Matchmaker Joe Hensley plans to put another bout on this card. The rest of the card remains intact.

 
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