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“The Prodigy” Dave Peterson Keeps his 0, but what a fight!

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November 20, at the Mpls Convention Center / Butler vs Abell, Oh it’s on

 

Photos courtesy of my phone, sorry.

Scott Ball in white trunks getting ready to land final blow

Scott Ball in white trunks getting ready to land final blow

Dave Peterson vs Corey Rodriguez did more than meet expectations, it left a thirst for a second installment. While Peterson kept his undefeated record, Corey Rodriguez has nothing to hang his head about, this was a GREAT fight. Butler did his job in taking out Rhodes in the 2nd round of the main event. Hometown favorite, Scott Ball, made quick work of Mike Davis with a first round TKO. Mike Howell and Ray Walker served up a war, and Ronnie Peterson was just too much for William Bellcourt. Below are results from the amateur portion of the show, as well as fight by fight descriptions of the pros.

 

Amateur fights

 

Jehrid Hale, Rochester over Bob Keller, Hastings

Jamal Morris, Rochesterover Dawson Wrazidlo, Duluth

Alex Rod, White Bear Lakeover Dale Robbins, Anoka

Jamie Bartlett, Rochesterover Damon Lachman, White Bear Lake

Flavio Beccerra, White BearLake over Gabe Berra, Anoka

Thomas Yang, White Bear Lakeover Mark “Magic” Pogorelskin, Duluth

Abdi Gelle, Rochester over Winston Anderson, Duluth

Tony Lee, Minneapolisover Jon Escoto, White Bear Lake

Payton Lee, Rochester over Carlos Sosa, Hastings

Nate Burkhalter, Rochesterover David Colon, Anoka

 

Professional Bouts

 

 

 

Ronnie Peterson

Ronnie Peterson

Ronnie Peterson over

William Bellcourt(TKO 2:00 of round 1) – Peterson was just too much for Bellcourt. Bellcourt was stalked, chopped, and finished two minutes into round 1. The main thing I took from this bout, is that Ronnie looks very accurate with his punches and shares some of that cat like allusiveness his brother Dave Peterson has.

 

Mike Howell over Ray Walker (UD, 39,37 / 39,37 / 39,37) – This was really a fun fight. Stamina was the key to victory in a fight where everything else seemed equal. Both fighters were willing to stand in front of the other and trade blows. I would have had a real hard time scoring the first couple rounds, Mike Howell was landing more clean shots to the body but I felt Walker was doing some damage upstairs, bloodying Howells left eye in round 2. As is often said in boxing, hitting the body is putting money in the bank, Howell’s efforts were paying off quite well by the middle of third round. Howell was throwing left and right hooks to the body and working his way up the ladder, landing the majority clean. In the end the judges saw it in Howells favor, all three of them scoring it 39,37.

 

Scott Ball over Mike Davis (TKO at 2:52 of round 1) – From the start of this fight you wouldn’t have guessed it would end in its only round. Mike Davis and Scott Ball were quite tentative to start. There was not a whole lot of action or landed punches until Ball landed a big left hook to Mike Davis’s body ending things at 2:52 of round 1.

 

 

Dave Peterson in black and white trunks

Dave Peterson in black and white trunks

Dave Peterson over

Corey Rodriguez (MD 58,56 / 57,57 /56,59) – This was a great fight! Both Peterson and Rodriguez lived up to the billing. These two started the fight matching each other’s speed and quickness. I could not tell you who was quicker to the punch in the first two or three rounds, they were both effective at what it seemed they were trying to do as well as what they were trying to defend. It was a great display of skill from these two fighters. Rodriguez spent most of the fighter working to get inside, but he was also able to zip his jab through on the taller Peterson on occasion. Dave Peterson was unbelievably effective with his lead left hook, he was almost using it instead of a jab. From the start I thought it was probably a mistake to not use his length and jab, but it’s effectiveness and accuracy made it very hard to question. Both fighters showed skill in movement as well as allusiveness, but Peterson’s almost effortless fluidity in throwing and dodging blows really sticks in my mind. It seemed as the fight progressed Dave Peterson was less winded and possessed more energy. I want to say again, this was a great fight. The skill, professionalism, and most of all effort was top notch. I really think on most nights, against most opponents Rodriguez would have won. But Dave “The Prodigy” Peterson proved he is for real and one of the very best light middles in the state.

 

 

Rapheal Butler in black and silver

Rapheal Butler in black and silver

Raphael Butler over

Marcus Rhode (TKO 1:30 of round 1) – An hour or so prior to this fight Joey Abell and Raphael Butler met in the ring to talk about their announced showdown November 20 at the Mpls Convention Center. Butler asked the Rochester crowd who was going to win the battle of Minnesota’s best heavy’s, and they answered loudly. Butler’s Brigade sees a big win coming November 20. The fight between Butler and Rhode went as I am sure most thought. Butler controlled the action with superior movement and power. He had Rhode on the mat from a body blow in the first, and then TKO ed him at 1:30 of the second round.

Grandma’s Amateur Show

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Grandma’s was again packed with fight fans. It was a night of great fights and big news. There were three public workouts, nine Golden Glove bouts, and one exhibition. Along with all the action, Chuck Horton announced his next professionalboxing event. May 21, will see live professional boxing at Grandma’s Sports Garden. RJ Laase, Gary Eyer, Boris Shishporenok, and Dave Peterson will all be in action.

 

To the fights. Winners are in bold. Public workouts and the exhibition do not have a winner or loser.

 

Public Workout

 

Justin Seehus vs Dakota Spray – Battle of the buddies. They came out guns a blaze. These guys have really come a long way in a short time.

 

Joe Fisher vs Colton O’Connel – These guys went at it.

 

Randall Gonge Jr. vs Anthony Thoen

 

Golden Gloves Boxing

 

Will Mathews (Horton’s) vs Russell Stone (Moore Boxing Club) – Will was shot out of a cannon. He came out throwing and didnt stop until the bell rang. The second and third round Russel used his jab and the fact that Will may have punched himself out to win this one.

 

Mark Pogorelskin(Horton’s) vs Miguel Dominguez (Circle of Discipline)- Im not joking when I say I think Miguel was a foot taller. Mark “Magic” Pogorelskin was more than a game opponent in this fight. He showed huge heart in continuing his charge against the much taller guy. In the end, size mattered.

 

Cody Lund (Horton’s) vs Edward Serrano (Circle of Discipline) – All three rounds were packed with bombs. The third round won it for Cody when he landed some big shots putting Edward on rubber leg street.

 

Evan Wrazidlo (Horton’s) vs Isaiah Abalan(Circle of Discipline) – Evan was the slicker of the two and the winner.

 

Dawson Wrazidlo (Horton’s) vs Celso Ramirez (Circle of Discipline) – Dawson forced the action and landed the bigger shots.

 

Cole Wrazidlo (Horton’s) vs Otahl Saunders (Circle of Discipline) – Otahl had a big height advantage and used it. Cole never quit and just kept using his slickness and power. While Cole landed the bigger shots, Otahl landed more punches and won the fight.

 

Mike Monchamp (Horton’s) vs Trevor Marmon (Horton’s) – Really good fight with both guys taking turns applying the pressure. Towards the end of the bout, speedy seemed to get the better of it.

 

Winston Anderson (Horton’s) vs Riley Rinas (Horton’s) – Lots of exchanges with Winston always seeming to get the better punches landed.

 

Matt McGregor (Horton’s) vs Alex Eskola (Horton’s) – Both of these fellas know how to throw and land bombs. Matt used his height and active accurate punches to win this one. Fight of the night in my opinion.

 

Exhibition

 

Al Sands vs Boris – Boris is a big man! This was a fun sparring session to watch. Al used his movement and Boris’s good nature to get some good ring time with a professional boxer.

Horton’s Gym public workout last night

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Another fun night was had thanks to the efforts of Horton’s amateur boxers. The Lost Isle in Carlton MN was full with enthusiastic fans. This event was another public workout for Duluth’s amateur boxers to prepare for their upcoming Golden Glove events. Again the winner was chosen by fan reaction at the end of the fight. Below is a rundown of how Carlton MN saw the action. I apologize for any misspelled names, I wrote down the fight list and had some trouble figuring out my own handwriting. Crowd favorite is in bold.

 

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Justin Seehus vs Dakota Spry – These two fellas put on a great show and they have only been boxing for about three weeks.

 

Dawson Wrazidlo vs Mark “Magic” Pogorelskin – Due to the fact nobody in their age and weight range wants to step in the ring with the Wrazidlo boys, Dawson stepped in the ring with Magic. While Dawson gave up weight and age he came through victorious as the crowd favorite. Special thanks needs to be given to Mark Pogorelskin for giving the much feared Wrazidlo work.

 

Cole Wrazidlo vs Mike Monchamp – The circumstances for this bout were the same as the prior fight. Cole was declared crowd favorite. Thanks to Mike for giving Cole some work in lieu of finding a foe willing to step in with Wrazidlo.

 

Matt Mchgregor vs Riley Rinas – Riley’s left hook was cooking as he went on to be the crowd favorite.

 

Cody Lund vs Zack Overfors – This was a brawl. Almost every shot had bad intentions. Up close bang, bang fight.

 

Trevor Marman vs Sam Sanchez – I believe this was Sam’s first time in the ring and he made a nice showing for himself. The crowd seemed torn between the rookie and Trevor and in a show of great sportsmanship Sam declared Trevor winner.

 

Alex Eskola vs Matt Mchgregor – This was Alex’s first of six straight rounds, due to that fact there was not crowd victor in this fight.

 

Alex Eskola vs Zach Carrie – Really good fight. There were chants for both combatants throughout this tough brawl.

 

Mike Monchamp vs Winston Anderson – Winston brought the POWER jab. This was another fun fight with crowd ruling a draw.

 

Rodney Rinas vs Mark  “Magic” Pogorelskin – My notes say “meaningful shots”, this one had many of those. The magic man put on a great effort but the crowd went Rodney’s way. Rodney showed some great combos and was not afraid to unleash some big left hooks.

 

Horton’s Gym again did not disappoint in this public workout.

 

An announcement that RJ Laase would be joining the April 18 pro card at Wessman Arena in Superior WI was also given.

 

Todd

Snow storm, who cares, The Garden was packed! April 18 Zach Walters return.

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Duluth didn’t let a little snow storm ruin the fun. The Garden was again packed with enthusiastic fight fans and they were not disappointed. Due to circumstance to be explained at a later date, the show was a public workout with the fans deciding the winner of each bout. Duluth fans deserve a big pat on the back for the sportsmanship they showed. My scoring lined up with theirs on virtually every bout. Brunette’s Gym left with two crowd supported wins over Horton’s gym fighters. While on the subject of Brunette’s Gym, we should mention that both they and the Golden Lakes Brainerd club braved very bad weather to make it to this event. I think I can speak for Duluth in thanking them for making the trip.

 

Along with one of the best amateur shows I have ever witnessed, we were treated to the announcement that Zach “Jungleboy” Walters would be returning to the ring in Duluth on April 18. Cant wait to see the MAN back in the ring.

 

Below is a run down of the crowds picks for winners. All is unofficial as this event was a public workout. Crowd fav is in bold.

 

Evan Wrazidlo vs Cole Hatcher (Golden Lakes Brainerd)

 

Max Fadeyev vs Jeff Porter (Golden Lakes Brainerd)

 

Zach Overfors vs Riley Rinas

 

Matt Mchgregor vs Zach Carey

 

Mark Pogerlskin vs Brad Heroff (Brunette’s Gym)

 

Cole Wrazidlo vs Dawson Wrazidlo - The battle of the bros did not disappoint.

 

Winston Anderson vs Trever Marman

 

Mike Monchamp vs Jay Lee (Brunette’s Gym)

 

Jorey Olson vs Al Sands – Chuck Horton proclaimed this to be the best heavyweight amateur fight he has ever witnessed. I can see how that would be the case, it was the best one I have seen. Both of these teammates went after each other from start to finish. The big shots just kept coming, when the bell rang there was heavy hitting until the bell sounded again. What a fight!

 

Our hats off to Grandmas, the competitors, coaches, and Horton’s Gyms for yet another great show.

 

Todd