Sep 08

SARAH APEW ROAD TO THE OLYMPICS GAMES

by Ebenezer NiiOtoe Bruce-Tagoe in Boxing, Industry News 0 comments
In the heart of Accra, Ghana, nestled within the vibrant neighborhood of James Town, the rhythmic sounds of the ocean were often accompanied by the staccato rhythm of gloves against punching bags. It was here, in the dusty old boxing gym, that a fiery spirit named Sarah Apew honed her skills, chasing a dream that had become a beacon of hope for herself and her community. Sarah Apew was a remarkable young woman. With determination etched into her every move, she had made her mark as a dedicated boxer with a heart of gold. Her journey from the narrow streets of James Town to the Olympic arena was about to take a monumental leap, and she had promised her gym the most precious gift – a gold medal. The James Town Boxing Gym was a place of dreams and sweat, where young talents were forged into champions. Sarah, with her father’s blessings and her mother’s prayers, had embarked on this path at a tender age. The gym had become her second home, and she had become the hope of her community. With the announcement of the upcoming Olympic qualifier in Senegal, Sarah’s eyes glittered with determination. She knew that this […]
Jul 02

MY UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY COVERING THE BILLIE JEAN KING CUP AFRICA GROUP III, IN NAIROBI, KENYA.

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Passion has an incredible ability to push us beyond our limits and open doors we never thought possible. As a passionate sports photographer, I, Nii Otoe Bruce-Tagoe, embarked on an extraordinary journey to finance my trip to Kenya and cover the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup Africa Group III. Driven by my unwavering love for capturing sports moments, I set out to create an unforgettable experience and share my work on my website, 29photostudios.com. Little did I know that this journey would not only reward me with unparalleled professional opportunities but also leave an indelible mark on my career. The vibrant energy of the Billie Jean King Cup drew me like a moth to a flame. It was a chance to immerse myself in the thrilling world of tennis and showcase my unique perspective through my lens. However, one significant challenge stood in my way: financing the entire trip on my own. Undeterred by this obstacle, I made a steadfast commitment to turn my dream into reality and embarked on a relentless pursuit of funds to support my journey. With an unwavering determination, I meticulously planned every aspect of my trip, from travel arrangements to accommodation and equipment preparation. As […]
Jan 12

ISAAC DOGBOE BATTLES ROBEISY RAMIREZ ON APRIL 1ST

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Isaac “Royal Storm” Dogboe after successfully retaining his NABF featherweight title against Christopher Diaz on the 20th of November 2021 at the Michelob Ultra Arena, Paradise, Nevada, USA continued to win the WBO international featherweight title against Joel Gonzalez on the 23rd of July 2022 at the Grand Casino, Hinckley, Minnesota, USA.   The President of the Ghana Boxing Authority, Mr. Abraham Neequaye Kotei addressed and praised Isaac Dogboe saying, “Today I am a happy man and I know the boxing family is happy and I know everybody is happy. I met the Hon. Minister yesterday and he told me that I should apologise for him not being here because of other engagements but he sees this one as very important that I should tell Isaac that he is behind him and the Ghana Boxing Authority.   From the GBA point of view, today is the day I think in the life of every president you are praying that one day you have a world title and today we are here to announce a world title fight between the one and only, Isaac “Royal Storm” Dogboe, the one we call “Neho, Neho, Neho” he is the eye of Ghana now […]
Jan 05

SENSATIONAL GHANAIAN BOXER, GEORGE ‘RED TIGER’ ASHIE RANKED 14TH BY THE WBA IN THE WEALTHERWAIGHT

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The boxing match-up between George Ashie and Robert Quaye was one talked about bout in the Ghanaian boxing circle and it lived up to expectations as both fighters gave an explosive account of themselves.   George ‘Red Tiger’ Ashie, 38 born in the heart of Accra has a professional record of 39 bouts, winning 33 with 25 bouts by way of KOs, losing 5 and drawing a fight.   The Super lightweight boxer who also fought in the Lightweight, Light welterweight and Super featherweight division got recognized by the World Boxing Authorities in the latest ranking which saw the Ghanaian move up.   While in the United States working to get back in the ring, George Ashie after his explosive fight against Robert Quaye and his records saw him ranked 14th in the welterweight division by the WBA.   With more than just boxing on his mind, the ‘Red Tiger’ has hinted he will work hard to ensure Ghanaian boxers will continue to retain their recognition as his predecessors did while touching on the legacy Professor Azumah Nelson, Ike Quartey and Joshua Clottey have left to follow.
Jan 03

AZUMAH NELSON LOSES MOTHER

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Mother of Ghanaian boxing legend Azumah Nelson, Comfort Atwei Quarcoo, died yesterday Monday, January 2 2023 at age 86. Madam Comfort, who has been ill for some time now, passed on peacefully at home.   Expressing how he feels about the passing of his mother, Azumah Nelson said the bible says in all things we should give thanks to God so we thank the almighty for this one too. I spent time with her 3-days ago and could tell she was in pain so I know she is at peace now. After raising her children and seeing her grandchildren, she has done well and deserves some rest. This is a celebration of life.   Azumah asked that Ghanaians keep him and his family in their prayers. Details of the funeral will be announced in due time.   Azumah Nelson is a 3-Time World Boxing Champion, 2004 Boxing Hall of Fame inductee, Africa’s Greatest Boxer and WBCs Greatest Super featherweight Boxer of All-Time. He was also inducted into the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame in August 2022.   Credit: Sammy Heywood Okine  
Oct 15

Claressa Shields is the new undisputed women’s middleweight champion after beating Savannah Marshall on the scorecards.

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Claressa Shields has been crowned the new undisputed women’s middleweight champion after beating Savannah Marshall via a unanimous decision. A rivalry that had been brewing for 10 years reached a boiling point at the opening bell with both women charging into the center of the ring and unloading. But it was Shields who looked the better with several eye-catching combinations. After a fast start from Shields, Marshall went on the front foot in the second and looked to push Shields back onto the ropes, the American unified champion however used her impressive technical skills to escape any situation that could have posed any significant danger. As the fight progressed, Marshall slowly increased her work rate while Shields remained calm and stood firm as she managed to navigate the single shots the Hartlepool fighter was throwing. If Marshall was going to get the backing of the judges, she needed to throw more combinations, but this was proving difficult with Shields’ slick movement. The tide seemed to have turned in the sixth with Shields showing possible signs of tiredness. She was frequently leaning on Marshall in an attempt to weather any attacks she may bring and even though Marshall was beginning to find […]
Sep 18

ALVAREZ CRUISES PAST GOLOVKIN TO WIN THE TRILOGY

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There would be no controversy on this night as Canelo Alvarez was faster, stronger, and simply outworked his rival as he upended Gennadiy Golovkin with a definitive unanimous decision victory to retain his undisputed super middleweight crown at T-Mobile Arena. Unlike their previous two outings that were marred with controversy, the third fight saw Canelo (58-2-2) make a statement from the outset by taking the center of the ring and routinely beating Golovkin (42-2-1) to the punch. Maybe it was the weight or the age but the 40-year-old Golovkin just couldn’t get going in a new weight class after campaigning for his entire career at 160 pounds.  Their first two meetings saw Golovkin outwork Canelo with plenty of observers believing that GGG deserved at least one win. That wouldn’t be the case here as Canelo made a diligent effort to beat his rival to the punch. GGG did find success in the middle rounds and briefly stunned Canelo in the ninth round with a right hand. But it was too little, too late as Canelo banked enough rounds to ensure victory. It wasn’t quite the barnburner the first two fights were, but it was a great fight that saw one […]
Sep 15

THE MOST ANTICIPATED WOMEN’S FIGHT OF ALL TIME

by 29photostudio in Industry News, Upcoming Bouts 0 comments
On Saturday, 15th October, the eyes of the world will be on London and The O2 when bitter rivals Savannah Marshall and Claressa Shields collide. The co-main event of this historic card is an unmissable bout, presented in association with Top Rank, which will see WBO and IBF world champion Mikaela Mayer and WBC champion Alycia Baumgardner face off in a unification bout in the 130-pound division. And also featuring on an action-packed undercard, Team GB heroes Lauren Price, Karriss Artingstall, and Caroline Dubois will all look to light up the capital as they take to the ring. Ten years in the making, the titanic showdown between bitter rivals Savannah Marshall and Claressa Shields has drawn global attention and is one of the year’s biggest sporting events. Legacy and the Undisputed World Middleweight Championship are on the line: defeat is unthinkable, but there can be only one winner. A decade-long rivalry that began in the amateur ranks and has grown more intense with each passing year will finally be settled in front of tens of thousands of fans in the arena and millions more watching around the world. THIS HISTORIC EVENT, THE BIGGEST IN THE HISTORY OF WOMEN’S PROFESSIONAL BOXING, WILL TAKE THE WOMEN’S SIDE OF THE SPORT TO NEW LEVELS […]
Sep 09

THE MOST ANTICIPATED WOMEN’S FIGHT OF ALL TIME

by 29photostudio in Industry News, Upcoming Bouts 0 comments
It’s finally here – the biggest fight in the history of women’s boxing. On Saturday, 10th September, the eyes of the world will be on London and The O2 when bitter rivals Savannah Marshall and Claressa Shields collide. The co-main event of this historic card is an unmissable bout, presented in association with Top Rank, which will see WBO and IBF world champion Mikaela Mayer and WBC champion Alycia Baumgardner face off in a unification bout in the 130-pound division. And also featuring on an action-packed undercard, Team GB heroes Lauren Price, Karriss Artingstall, and Caroline Dubois will all look to light up the capital as they take to the ring. Ten years in the making, the titanic showdown between bitter rivals Savannah Marshall and Claressa Shields has drawn global attention and is one of the biggest sporting events of the year. Legacy and the Undisputed World Middleweight Championship are on the line: defeat is unthinkable, but there can be only one winner. A decade-long rivalry that began in the amateur ranks and has grown more intense with each passing year will finally be settled in front of tens of thousands of fans in the arena and millions more watching around the world.
Aug 28

JOSE PEDRAZA, AND RICHARD COMMEY BATTLE TO A TEN-ROUND SPLIT DRAW

by 29photostudio in Industry News 0 comments
Jose Pedraza and Richard Commey came into tonight’s ESPN main event from Tulsa, Okla., both needing a win, and when all was said and done, neither of them got it. Pedraza and Commey fought to a split draw in the 10-round bout at 140 lbs, with Pedraza winning one card 97-93, Commey taking another 96-94, and the third judge scoring it 95-95. Bad Left Hook’s unofficial card was 96-94 in Pedraza’s favor, but the draw outcome isn’t bad. It was a competitive fight where both veteran fighters had their moments and some rough rounds and even rough stretches. Pedraza (29-4-1, 14 KO) looked sharp in the opening round but may have been buzzed a bit in the second by Commey (30-4-1, 27 KO), as Pedraza started looking a little more comfortable staying stationary and trading than he probably should have. That gave Commey what looked like a good run through the fourth round, but then Pedraza came back into it. Pedraza had a dominant ninth round down the stretch of the fight, but the eighth and ninth were both pretty close, though the eighth was tough to score for because he almost took the round off. Pedraza did some good […]

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