Fernando Guerrero's last fight definitely answered the question of whether Guerrero was a legitimate world class contender. In his dominating performance of the well trained veteran and always tough, Ishe Smith, Guerrero has put himself squarely on the radar to become the next dominant force in the middleweight division.
Since then, his team has been working overtime to put together his next move on the ladder to a world title bout.
Team Guerrero, is made up of Fernando Guerrero, Manager/Co-trainer Hal Chernoff, Trainer,Barry Hunter, Prizefight Promotions and newest addition Al Haymon, of Alan Haymon Development, "Al Haymon was a big addition to an already strong team. Al opens doors and creates opportunities, and that's huge, just like this one, then we have to make sure Fernando is ready to walk through them". said Manager, Hal Chernoff.
In Team Guerrero's newest development, Fernando will finally be traveling north for his next fight.
In the beginning of Fernando's career, the community's big question was, when will Fernando fight in Salisbury? Their answer came on his tenth fight and he has since fought in his hometown five times with three of those fights televised on national TV. In total over 25,000 friends, fans and supporters have come out to show Guerrero just how strongly they believe in him. "It has been a humbling experience and one that we are very proud to be part of". said Chernoff.
But the big question has changed to, when is Fernando going to fight in Atlantic City? Well, in the same way Team Guerrero brought him home when you asked for it, they are thrilled be be able to meet the fans new request again.
On Saturday, November 20th, Fernando Guerrero will be fighting in Atlantic City N.J., at the Boardwalk Hall. His stage will be set on the under-card of the much anticipated rematch of friend and past sparring mate, Paul Williams, taking on Sergio Gabriel Martinez for the WBC Title. The fight is expected to be another grueling battle, as in their first meeting. In that closely fought war Williams edged out Martinez on the score cards, while some felt the fight may have gone the other way.
The opponent for Fernando has not been released yes, but should be finalized in a couple days. It is still unsure if Fernandos' entire bout will be televised, but that information will be released as soon as something is definite.
Either way, Team Guerrero has opened up the opportunity to have an exciting weekend in Atlantic City and watch our hometown contender take one step closer to a world title shot.
"We feel that with enough support from our hometown fans at this fight, it's possible that Atlantic City could be the place for Fernando to make his Championship bid. Chernoff" said. "We want to show them the kind of support we can bring up there and take over from when Kelly Pavlic would bring four or five thousand people all the way from Youngstown Ohio. Anytime your hometown asks for something and we are able to deliver, it makes you feel good, on top of all that is the main thing, Fernando is ready.
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ReplyDeleteGreat undercard for Fernando to fight on. This will get him a ton more exposure, as a lot of fans of the sweet science are eagerly awaiting the Williams/Martinez rematch. I'm definitely going to make the trip, Team Fernando!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck to you Team Guerrero!! Salisbury will be pulling for you!! Do we have any information if this will be on t.v. HBO or Showtime yet?
ReplyDelete9:47-It will be on HBO, although I don't know if Fernando's fight will be(I expect it to be, since he's been featured on TV a lot, and is a hot prospect).
ReplyDeleteGreat Kid !!! The sad fact is all the leaches like Haymon attach themselves to the fighter. Awesome and gifted athletes have to answer to the corruption of the Don Kings of boxing. The F.B.I. needs to clean up the sport. The Black Mafia decides who is to fight and who will not. It has ruined a great sport.
ReplyDeleteHal and Nando god speed and good luck. You are both great people. Nancy watch out for them.
Wonder if there would be a possibility of chartering a bus of some sort to go? Or if there is any interest in doing so?
ReplyDeleteGambling and fighting ... I love AC on fight night!
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