Say thank you Nov 23, 2009
There has been no excitement in the heavyweight division and former superstars like Roy Jones Jr. and Oscar De La Hoya got old quickly, so boxing seemed to lose its identity. Until now, and the explosion in popularity for Manny Pacquiao. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Aussies will struggle at Olympics Nov 21, 2009
Boxer Danny Green trains in preparation for his world title fight with Roy Jones Jr. in Sydney. IN the wake of Thierry Henry's handball against the Irish in their World Cup qualifier we've dug. (Yahoo News -- Swimming)
Still-hungry Ruiz Makes Room For Thirds Nov 20, 2009
A successful defense against Kirk Johnson preceded another memorable low point, Ruiz's one-sided loss to a blown-up Roy Jones Jr. in March 2003, in which Jones weighed just 193 pounds to Ruiz's 226 and became the first light heavyweight champion since Michael Spinks to claim a heavyweight belt. He returned to reclaim the title when Jones went back to 175 pounds and downed Fres Oquendo and Andrew Golota in succession before losing to James Toney at Madison Square Garden, a verdict that was... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Hopkins, Jones To Headline Versus Boxing Card Nov 7, 2009
Versus will televise a Dec. 2 live boxing card featuring veteran boxers Bernard Hopkins and Roy Jones Jr. that could serve a lead-up to a big pay-per-view matchup between the two fighters. Versus will televise from Philadelphia former middleweight and light heavyweight champion Bernard Hopkins' fight against light heavyweight contender Enrique Ornelas , as well as from Australia eight-time world champion Roy Jones Jr.'s battle against International Boxing Organization cruiserweight champion... (Multichannel News)
THE MAIN EVENTS Oct 31, 2009
Sept. 9, 2000: Roy Jones Jr. retains light heavyweight titles with TKO in Round 10 over Eric Harding. 7. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Despite ties to Vikings, Tomlin maintains focus Oct 24, 2009
Next, the Steelers head coach visited for a moment with boxer Roy Jones Jr. and friends. Then, he jogged off the field. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Johnson Preps For Party-crashing Role At Dawson Homecoming Oct 16, 2009
" Winless in three title shots before finally capturing the IBF 175-pound strap in 2004, Johnson defended with an upset KO of Roy Jones Jr. then grabbed the IBO title from Tarver by split decision in the first of their two bouts. He lost a close, unanimous nod in the Tarver rematch six months later and dropped another IBF shot -- this time to Clinton Woods -- in 2006, before a three-fight win streak yielded the initial Dawson opportunity on a Tarver- Woods undercard. "There's no love lost... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Hopkins not ready to sound Philly's final bell Oct 15, 2009
Win that fight, and the 44-year-old Hopkins (49-5-1, 32 KOs) is set for a rematch with Roy Jones Jr. early next year. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hopkins To Prep For Jones With December Bout vs. Ornelas Oct 10, 2009
(Sports Network) - Bernard Hopkins hopes to tune up for a possible fight with Roy Jones Jr. by taking on Enrique Ornelas on December 2, with a press conference scheduled next Wednesday to officially announce the bout. Hopkins and Jones have tentatively agreed to fight in 2010 if Hopkins defeats Ornelas in Philadelphia and the 40-year-old Jones upends IBO cruiserweight champion Danny Green in December. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Hopkins announces ring return vs. Ornelas Oct 10, 2009
Hopkins hopes the light heavyweight bout leads to a long-anticipated rematch with Roy Jones Jr. early next year. The 44-year-old Hopkins (49-5-1, 32 KOs) hasn't fought since dominating Kelly Pavlik in October 2008, but has no plans to retire. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Red Wings’ Franzen out with torn ACL Oct 10, 2009
Bernard Hopkins, 44, is returning to the ring Dec. 2 in his hometown of Philadelphia to fight Enrique Ornelas in a light heavyweight bout he hopes will lead to a rematch with Roy Jones Jr. early next year. Star filly Rachel Alexandra is finished racing for the year, announced owner Jess Jackson, who added the 3-year-old sensation will race again in 2010. (Boston Globe)
New coach Sanderson intensifies practices Oct 2, 2009
The Virginia Beach native reached the finals of the 149-pound weight class at the 2007 NCAA Tournament with explosiveness and agility comparable to boxer Roy Jones Jr.. Now, though, Jenkins is convinced he can utilize extra muscle on his body. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Roy Jones, 40, preps for overseas fight Sep 17, 2009
SYDNEY - Eight-time world champion Roy Jones Jr. will fight Australias Danny Green in Sydney on Dec. 2 in the Americans first professional fight on foreign soil. The IBO world cruiserweight title will be on the line, with the 40-year-old Jones trying to add that belt to a career that includes titles in divisions ranging from middleweight to heavyweight. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Mundine ready for Geale rematch Aug 26, 2009
August 26, 2009 - 6:59PM. Anthony Mundine has promised a rematch with Daniel Geale, saying the Tasmanian fighter has already knocked back lucrative offers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
* Nonito Donaire bashes Concepcion for title belt Aug 17, 2009
Taipei Times - archives. Enter your search terms. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Jones looks to take his popular show Down Under Aug 17, 2009
BILOXI, MISS. -- One day after Roy Jones Jr. retained his NABO light heavyweight title with a victory over Jeff Lacy on Saturday night, Jones indicated his next step will more than likely take him Down Under. After the fight at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Jones said he plans to take on IBO cruiserweight champion Danny Green of Australia, and Jones is more than willing to travel to try to win a title in a fifth weight class. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Roy Jones, Donaire dominate Aug 17, 2009
Roy Jones Jr. left, hits Jeff Lacy during the ninth round of their NABO light heavyweight championship fight Saturday at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, Miss ... Published: Monday, August 17, 2009 1:15 AM CDT (AP) Roy Jones Jr. toyed with the crowd and with Jeff Lacy, stopping the overmatched opponent after the 10th round Saturday night to retain the NABO light heavyweight championship title. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Cyborn knocks out Carano in San Jose (pics) Aug 16, 2009
-- Roy Jones Jr. (54-5) toyed with the crowd and with Jeff Lacy, stopping Lacy after the 10th round to retain the NABO light heavyweight championship title in Biloxi, Miss. Comments. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Jones Tops Lacy In Vintage Performance Aug 16, 2009
And, after a vintage turn-back-the-clock performance at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum on Saturday night, it seems Roy Jones Jr. may get at least one more chance in boxing's biggest spotlight. Just a few months away from his 41st birthday and five years removed from his most recent world championship, Jones nonetheless looked the part of a title contender in a punishing 10-round defeat of fellow former belt-holder Jeff Lacy. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Roy Jones Jr. batters Lacy for late-round stoppage Aug 16, 2009
toyed with the crowd and with , stopping the overmatched opponent after the 10th round Saturday night. Jones (54-5, 40 KOs) used a left hook to cut Lacy's right eye in the third round, and both of Lacy's eyes were swelling by the seventh. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tomlinson gets rare August carries; Seahawks beat Chargers 20-14 Aug 16, 2009
(AP) Roy Jones Jr. toyed with the crowd and with Jeff Lacy, stopping the overmatched opponent after the 10th round Saturday night to retain the NABO light heavyweight championship title. PHOENIX (AP) Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Hiroki Kuroda suffered a concussion when he was hit in the head by a line drive during a 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night, but tests revealed no fracture or internal bleeding. (FOX61, CT)
Jones, Lacy eager to win fighting chance Aug 13, 2009
When Roy Jones Jr. and Jeff Lacy face off for the NABO light-heavyweight title Saturday night in Biloxi, Miss. each will try to regain status that has eluded him in recent struggles. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Saints work out veterans Brooks, Smith Aug 13, 2009
Boxer Roy Jones Jr. was among the guests at Saints practice ... "When you look at Roy Jones Jr.'s career, it's unbelievable," Payton said. (ESPN -- Football News)
Superman Preps For One Last Flight Aug 7, 2009
(Sports Network) - Roy Jones Jr. is fighting next week in Biloxi. And assuming all goes as planned logistically, I'll be ringside to see it. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Fight Schedule Jul 27, 2009
(PPV): Roy Jones Jr., Pensacola, Fla. vs. Jeff Lacy, St. Petersburg, Fla. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
2002 interview Jul 27, 2009
Friday night he hung out with fellow boxer Roy Jones Jr. at Magic Johnson's restaurant in Los Angeles. Saturday morning he was in Augusta being feted by his hometown, giving his time to a community that hasn't really given him enough during the past 10 years. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Jones still fighting to stay in spotlight Jul 16, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) -Roy Jones Jr. speaks so fast that even he can't keep up, the verbiage tumbling over itself in an often amusing and sometimes incoherent stream of consciousness. He may be years past his prime, but the former eight-time champion still talks a good fight. (MSNBC -- Sports)
With Shilstone, Serena back on track Jul 12, 2009
UPDATED: 3 :16 a.m. CDT, July 12, 2009. Sunday, July 12, 2009 Peter Finney. (Nola.com -- Sports)
New Tv Deserves Apology After Dawson-tarver Dud May 15, 2009
It'll likely be the "Magic Man's" last turn in the spotlight, unless he decides to engage three-time foe Roy Jones Jr. in some sort of 40-something challenge match, with the winner to either fight an MMA superstar or co-star in another awful movie with Stallone. A circus either way; anyone for Tango and Cash: The Sequel. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Dawson unanimously outpoints Tarver May 10, 2009
"I know it wasn't it my best performance. I don't know how much of that had to do with Tarver having a good night.''Despite the lopsided outcome in the first meeting, Tarver was confident he would win the rematch. He had also lost to Roy Jones Jr., Glen Johnson and Eric Harding during his career, but avenged all three loses in rematches.He was almost right. Tarver, nicknamed the "Magic Man,'' believes he proved he still has some magic left in his hands. Tarver, a significant underdog, pieced... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Dawson outpoints Tarver to retain IBF, IBO titles May 10, 2009
He had also lost to Roy Jones Jr., Glen Johnson and Eric Harding during his career, but avenged all three loses in rematches. He was almost right. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
CROSSING OVER?: Roy Jones Jr. would add intrigue to MMA May 9, 2009
Roy Jones Jr. should be allowed tocompete in MMA - Ben Fowlkes - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Ala. lawmakers pass bill for boxing commission May 8, 2009
Boxers Roy Jones Jr. and Deontay Wilder visited the Statehouse Thursday to support the bill. Jones is a nine-time world champion who has fought 19 professional bouts in his hometown of Pensacola, Fla. (WSJA.com, AL)
MAGIC MAN: Tarver fights Father Time to stay in ring May 8, 2009
Tarver knows he's a big underdog against Dawson despite the fact that he's won all three rematches in his career, against Roy Jones Jr., Eric Harding and Glen Johnson but he says being the underdog is something he's used to, and it's always motivated him. "I don't think I've ever been high on anyone's list," he says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Prize Fight forms mixed martial arts group Apr 17, 2009
Since then, Prize Fight has successfully promoted high profile fights in Memphis featuring fighters including Roy Jones Jr., Jermain Taylor, Cory Spinks, Zab Judah and Antonio Tarver. Tickets for the Mid-South MMA Championships are $25 and $35. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Tunes for an uptempo workout Apr 16, 2009
Roy Jones Jr. "Can't Be Touched". Eminem featuring 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, and Cashis "You Don't Know". (Boston Globe)
Pitt's Blair to declare for NBA draft Apr 9, 2009
Among Cook's former or current clients are Memphis assistant Orlando Antigua, a former Pitt assistant coach, and boxer Roy Jones Jr.. "DeJuan Blair is Pittsburgh through and through, from the junior program J.O.T.S. through Schenley High School to the University of Pittsburgh," Cook said in the statement. (FindLaw News)
MIC'D UP: Hopkins relishing new role as boxing analyst Apr 4, 2009
While all eyes will be on the fighters, ears will be tuned into Hopkins, who, after years of calling out the likes of Roy Jones Jr. and Joe Calzaghe, now has his sights set on commentators Lennox Lewis and Larry Merchant. "A lot of commentators -- [former] boxers and non-boxers -- are going to be out of a job when I get comfortable," said Hopkins. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Teen boxer moves closer to goal Mar 30, 2009
If he takes home the belt, the 16-year-old will join the likes of Muhammad Ali, Oscar de la Hoya, Evander Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr., Sonny Liston, Joe Louis and Floyd Mayweather as Golden Gloves national champions. "All the greatest boxers have done what I've done," Jones said Sunday. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Roy Jones Jr. defeats Sheika in hometown bout Mar 22, 2009
- Roy Jones Jr. knocked out lightly regarded Omar Sheika in front of a roaring hometown crowd Saturday night to capture the North American Boxing Association's vacant light heavyweight championship. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Roy Jones Jr. Captures Vacant Light Heavyweight Title Mar 22, 2009
(Sports Network) - In his hometown, Roy Jones Jr. won the North American Boxing Association's vacant light heavyweight title with a knockout victory over Omar Sheika. The 40-year-old Jones (53-5, 39 KOs) won in a fifth round technical knockout decision after Sheika was cut over the right eye. (ABC 7 News, DC)
At 40, Jones Jr. beats Sheika for vacated belt Mar 22, 2009
Roy Jones Jr. defeats Sheika for vacated belt ... - Roy Jones Jr. says he is still addicted to boxing. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Calzaghe wins court battle with promoter Mar 17, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. Joe Calzaghe of Wales. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
ESPN Friday Night Fights in Memphis Apr. 3 Mar 17, 2009
Prize Fight has promoted fights in Memphis featuring Mike Tyson, Roy Jones Jr., Lennox Lewis, Jermain Taylor and Cory Spinks. This is the fourth time ESPN Friday Night Fights has been held in Memphis. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Joe Calzaghe wins court battle with promoter Mar 17, 2009
4 million for breaking his contract over his last fight with Roy Jones Jr. in November. Warren says Sports Network plans to appeal to reduce the sum it has been ordered to pay. (FindLaw News)
MMA Monday: Jacksons out, Shamrocks positive and RIP Mask Mar 16, 2009
Shamrock was scheduled to fight former WWE champion and NCAA wrestler Bobby Lashley on an MMA/Boxing card promoted by Roy Jones Jr. on March 21. Shamrock has reportedly been replaced by Jason Guida (17-19), the brother of UFC light heavyweight Clay Guida. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Heavyweights Getting The Bum Rush Mar 6, 2009
Even as Holyfield, Bowe and Tyson declined in the ring, boxing fans could still count on marquee names like Lewis and Roy Jones Jr. to showcase the heavyweight division in title matchups on PPV or in primetime on HBO and Showtime. It used to be that boxing was only as good as the heavyweight champion;s popularity; thank goodness for the sport that;s no longer the case. (Multichannel News)
Roy leads Blazers over Pacers 107-105 Mar 5, 2009
Boxer Roy Jones Jr. attended the game. Jones is promoting a fight this weekend at an Oregon casino. (Anchorage Daily News)
Calzaghe Finale A Worthwhile Endeavor Feb 13, 2009
And, unfortunately, I'm not referring to Roy Jones Jr. By announcing his retirement last Thursday, Joe Calzaghe retroactively made a chilly night at Madison Square Garden quite significant to both my journalism career and the sport's recent history. The jazz-reared Welsh import was at free-form best in a stirring Gotham premiere, summoning scat-style weapons from Jones' glory days and using them with virtuoso skill after climbing off the deck against a faded but dangerous 39-year-old foe. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Joe Calzaghe Feb 7, 2009
By Friday, Feb. 06, 2009. Remaining unbeaten in any sport over more than fifteen years is almost unthinkable. (Time.com)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Michael Phelps vs. Fast Times' Spicoli Feb 7, 2009
Roy Jones Jr. vs. Lindsay Lohan. Barack Obama vs. Mike Singletary. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
