Jenn Perella Excited To Be Fighting In Front Of Family
And Friends On ‘Rumble At The Rink II’
May 16th In Quincy, MA!
(Picture by Emily Harney / Fightography - Jenn Perella - R)
(April 13th) Former Endicott College varsity field hockey player, Jenn Perella, returns to the ring on May 16th for her sixth professional boxing match on the “Rumble at the Rink II” card, presented by Granite Chin Promotions, at the Quincy Youth Arena in Quincy, Massachusetts.
Fighting out of Milton (MA), Perella (4-1, 1 KO) is matched against Irish featherweight Kate Radomska, in a 6-round bout. Perella, 42, was a decorated amateur boxer who won a silver medal at the 2024 National Golden Gloves Tournament, as well as capturing top honors at the 2016 New England Golden Gloves.
Due to COVID restrictions, Perella didn’t fight for 5 years until she got the boxing bug again in 2023, when she was preparing for the Haymakers For Hope charity event. Now, she’s training to fight less than 5 miles from her home, and she’s super stoked.
“My last fight was at Encore (Boston Harbor) in Everett,” said Perella, who is a personal trainer and event planner. “That was close to home but Quincy is even closer to Milton. This means a lot to me because a lot of people will be coming out to support me. I’m feeling good and I want to put on a show for everybody. I’ve got a really good fan base that supports me and my crazy dreams. And kids can come to watch me fight (May 16), unlike at Encore (21+ only). I train players on a youth hockey club that my son (Joseph) plays on. My children – Julianna and Joseph were only 3 and 2 when I started boxing – are 15 and 13 now. They’ve always wanted to come to my fights, but kids weren’t allowed at the venues I fought in. Their parents have supported me and now their children will, too. It’s going to be very familiar to me.”
Jenn’s father, Ricky McCormack, has always been front at her sporting events. He’ll be at a front row table with Jenn’s husband, Boston Fire Department Captain Anthony Perella, and their children, Julianna and Joseph.
“My father has always been there for me,” Jenn noted. “He always gives me a hug before I get into the ring. He gets so nervous for me. My husband worked the corner for two of my fights and he’s always there supporting me. This will be the first time my children watch me fight in person. I guarded them but they understand more what their mother does now.”
“I’ll be a little nervous leading up to the fight because I want to do so well. I’m ready! I know some people will be there supporting me – win or lose – who haven’t been able to watch me fight before. Many have supported me since I started, so I know that I’m going to see a lot of familiar faces.
“This will also be my first fight since I signed with Granite Chin Promotions. I’ve fought on (Granite Chin promoter, also from Quincy) Chris’ (Traietti) cards before, but he has taken a leap of faith by signing me, and I feel a little bit of pressure for that reason.”
Former world-ranked boxer Ryan “The Polish Prince” Kielczweski (31-6, 11 KOs) is making a comeback after a four-year layoff to headline “Rumble at the Rink II” in an 8-round junior welterweight bout against an opponent to be announced.
A standout amateur boxer with a 118-26 record, garnering runner-up honors at the 2008 National Golden Gloves and earning two New England Golden Gloves titles, 36-year-old MBTA police officer Kielczweski won his first 22 pro bouts between 2008 and 2015. The lifelong Quincy resident hasn’t fought at home since December 10, 2016, and May 16th will mark only his third pro career fight at home.
In a crossroads fight between Massachusetts light heavyweights, Braintree’s Bobby “Light Out” Laing (2-0, 2 KOs) and Salem’s Russ Kimber (3-3, 1 KO), will throw-down in a 4-round match.
An intriguing light heavyweight bout between contrasting-styled Massachusetts fighters, Bobby “Lights Out” Laing (2-0, 2 KOs) and Russ Kimber (3-3, 1 KO), could steal the May 16th “Rumble at the Rink II” show, presented by Granite Chin Promotions, at the Quincy Youth Arena in Quincy, Massachusetts.
Fighting out of Braintree, Laing is a ‘graduate’ of Barstool Sports’ now defunct Rough N’ Rowdy events, which Laing described as semi-professional boxing because fighters were paid. He fought in 11 Rough N’ Rowdy fights – it was very popular in the South – and when it dissolved, he turned pro in boxing and has had 2 fights to date.
“Rough N’ Rowdy was my amateur boxing,” correction officer Laing said. “I’ve carried my popularity into boxing. I hope to be 3-0 after this fight and keep going from there. I want to keep winning and position myself for a big fight. I was known as a brawler, but I’ve changed my style.
“I think this fight will be pretty fast paced. There are only 4 rounds and no time for feeling out. We’ll start fighting and keep it going all the way.”
Kimber has a much different fighting background than his opponent in their scheduled 4-round fight on May 16. The fitness instructor who lives in Salem and has strong roots in Peabody is a ‘legacy’ fighter. His father, Dick “The Destroyer” Kimber, and his uncle, Tommy “The Terminator” Kimber, were legendary kickboxers from Lynn (MA). Dick and Tommy, respectively, were three and five-time world champions.
“I’ve carried on the Kimber name because I’m a fighter,” Russ explained, “but I’m different from them because I’m a boxer and they were kickboxers. I’ve taken my own path.
“I know my opponent was in ‘Rough N’ Rowdy’ and that he’s working on his game and craft. I think he’ll come out aggressively until he starts to tier. From his ‘Rough N’ Rowdy’ days, I expect him to come out swinging. I plan to use my boxing skills from the outside. I adapt to my opponent, so I’ll go inside and see how he handles that. I never go into a fight looking for a knockout, I just land my punches.”
Former world-ranked boxer Ryan “The Polish Prince” Kielczweski (31-6, 11 KOs), four years since his last fight, returns to the ring to headline “Rumble at the Rink II” in an 8-round junior welterweight bout.
A 36-year-old MBTA police officer, Kielczweski was a standout amateur boxer with a 118-26 record, winning silver at the 2008 National Golden Gloves and earning two New England Golden Gloves titles. He won his first 22 pro bouts between 2008 and 2015. The lifelong Quincy resident hasn’t fought at home since December 10, 2016. May 16th will be his third pro career fight at home.
Another local favorite, Milton (MA) Junior featherweight Jenn Perella, fighting out of nearby Milton, faces Kate Radomska, of Waterford, Ireland. She was a silver medalist in the 2024 National Golden Gloves Tournament, as well as a 2016 New England Golden Gloves Champion.
Tickets are reasonably priced at $420 (Reserved VIP table of 4), $80 (Reserved Ringside), $60 (General Seats), and $40 (General Admission) are available for purchase just (click here).
All the action will be streamed on www.BXNGTV.com live from the Quincy Youth Arena.
Granite Chin Promotions has teamed up once again with the Quincy Fire Cancer Foundation. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to this non-profit organization whose mission is to provide unwavering support to firefighters and their families as they face the challenges of occupational cancer, ensuring they receive the care, resources, and assistance they need. Go to www.quincyfirecancerfoundation.com for additional information.
Famed combat sports personality Butterbean, will make a special appearance to referee a professional midget wrestling match between the Cambodian Dragon vs. Walter, presented by Midget Mayhem Wrestling..
Granite Chin will also host a “Fan Zone” in which Butterbean and local boxing legend, “Irish” Micky Ward, will hold separate meet-and-greets at 7 p.m. ET for fans in attendance. Also, as part of the experience, Bud Light, WMEX and more to be announced will set up areas featuring giveaways and entertainment to make this night a truly unique experience.
Card subject to change.
Tickets are reasonably priced at $420 (Reserved VIP table of 4), $80 (Reserved Ringside), $60 (General Seats), and $40 (General Admission) are available for purchase at https://events.ticketleap.com/events/granite-chin-promotions.com.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. ET, first bout at 7 p.m. ET.
All the action will be streamed on www.BXNGTV.com live from the Youth Arena in Quincy, Massachusetts.
Famed combat sports personality Butterbean, known in his boxing days as “The King of the Four-Rounders,” will make a special appearance to referee a professional midget wrestling match between the Cambodian Dragon vs. Walter, presented by Midget Mayhem Wrestling.
“I’m excited to be going back to the Boston area,” Butterbean said. “I have a lot of fans in Boston and love it there. I’m really looking forward to it. It’s going to be a lot of fun.”
Granite Chin will also host a “Fan Zone” in which Butterbean and local boxing legend, “Irish” Micky Ward, will hold separate meet-and-greets at 7 p.m. ET for fans in attendance. Also, as part of the experience, Bud Light, Underdog Energy, and WMEX will set up areas featuring giveaways and entertainment to make this night a truly unique experience.
“All ticket levels will give access to our inaugural Fan Zone,” Traietti noted. “We are always looking for ways to improve the fan experience at our events. We are incredibly grateful to our friends at Quality Beverage MA, Underdog Energy, and WMEX for embracing this concept and taking part in it.” Additional fighters and matchups will soon be announced. Card subject to change.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. ET, first bout at 7 p.m. ET.
About Granite Chin Promotions
Granite Chin Promotions is the fastest growing boxing promotion in New England.
Granite Chin Promotions is New England’s fastest-growing boxing promotion. Headed by Chris Traietti, Granite Chin Promotions is committed to giving local fans action-packed fight cards and developing fighters to reach their full potential.
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