Results: Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing

Rockin' Fights 48!

(September 17th) Joe DeGuardia's Star Boxing Rockin' Fights 48 delivered a thrilling night of boxing at The Paramount NY in Huntington, Long Island this past Saturday (9/14/24).

Headliner & Undefeated WBA Champ, Junior 'The Young God' Younan (21-0, 13KO), did not disappoint in his return to The Paramount Saturday night. Younan, from Brooklyn, NY, displayed the type of performance that puts him in contention for a top world ranking. Younan added another victory inside the distance as he stopped the durable Alexis Gaytan, with a flurry of devastating punches. The stoppage occured in the 5th round (2:37 minute mark). Younan solidifies his postion as a top contender with the win and positioned himself for a major fight.

UNDERCARD:

David Malul (1-0, 1KO), had the crowd mesmerized and on their feet the entire fight in a thrilling highly-anticipated Pro Debut. Malul (AKA King David) gave the rowdy Paramount crowd and his strong contingent of fans in attendance a real scare as he was knocked down hard twice in the first miniute of the first round. King David then energized the crowd with a knockdown of his own, dropping Lucien Hannah, the third knockdown in this thrilling first round. A dazed and shocked Hannah sprung up, locked eyes with King David, and both fighters went to war. King David defined what it means to overcome adversity. A brutal head shot sent Hannah into the ropes, flat on the canvas and out for the count. King David got the knockout victory and gave his happy fans the memory of a lifetime in his thrilling professional debut.

FDNY Fire Fighter, Lou Maietta, secured another win by Unanimous Decision (39-37, 39-37, 40-36), against a tough opponent in Beni Beguy. A winner now in his last two bouts, Maietta hopes to remain busy on Star Boxing shows. The bout saw both fighters hit the canvas in another exciting first round.

Joseph ' GI Joe' Elzey (3-0, 1KO), a Bronxite & New York native, kept his perfect record intact, in our featured undefeated vs undefeated matchup. This bout was a hard-fought decision, against the standout Mexican prospect, Erick 'El Canete' Perez (2-1, 1KO). Elzey, winner by Unanimous Decision, secured the 'W' with the judge's scorecards reading 39-37, 40-36, 39-37. Both fighters expressed the desire for a rematch on Star Boxing's November 23rd card.

In what some might consider the 'who can take the hardest shot of the night', Yan Carlos Perez (3-0, 2KO), won by Unanimous Decision (59-55, 58-56, 60-55), against the gritty & durable Ronny Reyes. Both these fighters exchanged vicious shots throughout the entire six round bout.

Rodrigo “Lata” Marte’s first round (2:30) knockout of Ezequiel “El Preto” Flores (now 5-4, 3 KO’s) in round one of the opening fight set the tone for a thrilling evening at Rockin’ Fights 48. Marte (now 4-0, 3 KO’s) looked dominant, exciting Star Boxing’s Huntington crowd for the slate of exciting matches that electrified the sold out crowd.

Fans can watch the entire fight card on StarBoxing.TV on demand. Also, the show will be replayed on Swerve Combat TV (FAST Channels) on September 28 at 9pm, and YES Network on dates to be announced by Star Boxing later this week.

Next Event: Nov. 23rd, Rockin' Fights 49, The Paramount NY in Huntington, New York

ABOUT STAR BOXING: Star Boxing, Inc. has been in operation since 1992. Founded by Joe DeGuardia, its President and CEO, Star Boxing has worked to produce some of the most exciting and memorable boxing events in recent history. Star has continued to work with and develop a number of very exciting world champions, world-rated contenders and young prospects. Star has consistently brought credibility, integrity, and exciting fights to the boxing industry.

Star Boxing is among the highest regarded and most rapidly expanding boxing organizations in the country. Its premier stature is reinforced by its ability to develop talent and maintain a high profile within the industry and with its broadcast affiliates. Star Boxing regularly stages and televises premium quality boxing matches throughout the world. The swift ascendancy of Star Boxing is largely attributable to the sporting expertise and innovative business vision of the organization’s founder and President, Joe DeGuardia.

As the son of a professional prizefighter, DeGuardia can truly boast a lifetime association with the sport of boxing. DeGuardia grew up in the Bronx, learning boxing at his father’s neighborhood boxing gym. He fought his first official bout at the age of nine, and won the Golden Gloves Welterweight crown in 1988, one year before his graduation from law school. Following his admission to the bar, DeGuardia joined the Bronx District Attorney’s Office as a prosecutor. He then went on to develop a successful, Bronx-based independent law practice. Notwithstanding his work as a lawyer, DeGuardia always remained professionally active in the boxing world. This involvement became a full-time dedication in 1990, when he took over management of the Morris Park Boxing Club from his father. In his new capacity as chief operator of the club, DeGuardia transformed the business into one of the busiest boxing gyms in New York, while also using it as a base from which to launch his larger business as a top boxing entrepreneur.

Star Boxing, the organization that evolved out of DeGuardia’s broad experience in the boxing industry, works on a flexible business model which enables DeGuardia to develop and promote both exclusive boxing events and boxers, as well as to put together joint-sponsorship events with other major promoters. Thus, there are many different components to his portfolio of promotional ventures. Recently, Star Boxing events have been among the highest grossing, most successful events in boxing, further solidifying its position as one of the most reputable companies in the sport. Among Star’s promoted fighters and events, the Antonio Tarver vs. Roy Jones Jr. trilogy was one of the most successful trilogies in boxing history, generating over 50 million in revenue. Star Boxing shows have been broadcast on both internationally and nationally on Pay-Per-View, HBO, Showtime, ESPN, HDNet, Telemundo and MSG, as well as on the internet, through collaborative efforts with GoFightLive.TV.

Through his leadership of Star Boxing, DeGuardia has secured a reputation as among the youngest and most dynamic first-tier promoters in the business. In addition to the guidance of DeGuardia, Star has several high-level industry executives, including matchmaker Ron Katz who is widely considered one of the best matchmakers of all time. Star Boxing is also a proud member of the Boxing Promoters Association (BPA), which was formed in 2009, and is made up of over thirty of the top US Promoters. The BPA was the brainchild of DeGuardia, and his efforts in forming the organization were recognized by the fellow BPA Members, who elected DeGuardia President of the Association. Star Boxing will continue with groundbreaking shows and concepts in the years ahead, as it continues its role as an innovative leader in the exciting world of boxing.