SM Promotions Gives Back to the Community of Cicero

(January 31st) - SM Promotions CEO, Sammy Merza, is giving back to the community of Cicero, Illinois by donating 100 tickets to his upcoming show, helping the Clyde Park District Youth Program. The goal is to give the kids in the program an opportunity to see something positive in boxing while helping them stay away from gangs and drugs. SM Promotions presents "International Rumble in Cicero", Friday, February 17, 2012, at the Cicero Stadium in Cicero, Illinois, a district outside of Chicago.

Meza went on to say, "I want the community of Cicero to know that there are some constructive events happening here that are beneficial to helping kids get off the streets. I love kid's and want to guide them in the right direction by keeping them busy, and boxing is a great sport that can lead to a positive life style. When I was a kid I had a dream of being in the ring and these types of programs helped me achieve that goal. Those who pick up their tickets from Cicero Stadium will be helping the kids who are in need at the Clyde Park District Youth Program."

Tickets to "International Rumble in Cicero" are priced $30 & $50  are on sale now by calling (773) 716-9111. Tickets can also be purchased at the Cicero Stadium box office Monday - Friday from 9:00 A.M - 8:00 P.M. and on Saturday from 9:00 A.M - 3:00 P.M. Cicero Stadium is located at 1909 S. Laramie Ave, Cicero, IL 60804 (between 19th St & 21st St) Phone: (708) 652-3545. Doors open at 6:30 P.M first fight starts at 7:30 P.M.

Contact: Mario SerranoPublicist, SM Promotions boxingpublicist@aol.com, (408) 607-5756
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SM Promotions Presents "International Rumble in Cicero" 

(January 26th) - On Friday, February 17, 2012, boxing returns to the Cicero Stadium in Chicago, Illinois, when SM Promotions presents "International Rumble in Cicero". Former super-middleweight slugger, Sammy Merza (16-1, 12 KOs), now full time boxing promoter, created SM Promotions with the goal of bringing boxing back to the" Windy City" in spectacular fashion.   

"This is the night of undefeated fighters" said Merza. "I'm looking to showcase a plethora of young talent, fighters that want to remain undefeated. I want to kick off 2012 with a bang and this card has all the ingredients for a great show. Chicago's boxing community is in for a treat."

The 10 round main-event will showcase, undefeated IBF female super featherweight champion, Amanda Serrano (13-0, 9 KOs) vs. TBA. In the co-feature, lightweight sensation, Joel Diaz Jr. (7-0, 6 KO's), fresh off his spectacular performance on ShoBox, returns to action. Polish native and heavyweight amateur standout, Joey Dawejko (6-0, 2 KOs), looks to extend his winning streak.

Local talent stepping into the ring are Chicago's hometown fighters, middleweight Ramon Valenzuela (6-0, 1 KO), middleweight Ninos Abraham (6-0-1, 2 KOs), and Ricardo Chavez (Pro Debut). Washington's super middleweight Mike Gavronski (5-0, 4 KOs), New York's lightweight Bryan Akaba (2-0, 1 KO) and Mexico's Sergio Montes de Oca (5-1) round out the card. Bouts subject to change.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling (773) 716-9111.

Contact: Mario Serrano, Publicist ~ SM Promotions, boxingpublicist@aol.com, (408) 607-5756