May: Issue #15 Summer s in the Air!

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Women Warriors Boxing s, Lori Steinhosrt & Eddie Montalvo, to help these

Celestino Mindra is our representative in Uganda. What a wonderful project!

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1 May: Issue #15 Summer s in the Air! Dedicated To: Women of Kampala Project We are proud to join with Classic Women Warriors Boxing s, Lori Steinhosrt & Eddie Montalvo, to help these poor women who are trying to improve their lives through our sport. Celestino Mindra is our representative in Uganda. What a wonderful project! project.htm Boxing-Management/ ?fref=ts Feeling Stressed? You Might Try Boxing

Boxing can burn up to 900 calories an hour the sport has long been co-ed. But increasingly women are putting on the gloves to release tension.

Boxing also boosts stamina and confidence. Ali + Hammond Gym Dennis Hardesty has worked hard to bring boxing and tutoring to his hometown of Hammond, Indiana.

From left to right: FF Kevin Barry, FF Todd Velten, FF Mike Reno, Homes for Heroes Pres. Andy Puljos and FDNY Boxing Pres.

2 Boxing can burn up to 900 calories an hour the sport has long been co-ed. But increasingly women are putting on the gloves to release tension. Within three to six months clients can lose as much as 10 pounds. They have increased flexibility, better balance and most of all less stress. Boxing also boosts stamina and confidence. Ali + Hammond Gym Dennis Hardesty has worked hard to bring boxing and tutoring to his hometown of Hammond, Indiana. And now WBC Cares the Ali Center is there with him, helping out. Battle Or The Badges Gives More! From left to right: FF Kevin Barry, FF Todd Velten, FF Mike Reno, Homes for Heroes Pres. Andy Puljos and FDNY Boxing Pres. Bobby McGuire The FDNY Bravest Boxing donated another $5, to Building Homes for Heroes at their annual charity benefit on February 27 th. The money was raised at the 30th annual "Battle of the Badges" boxing event at Madison Square Garden in December of We thank all who have supported this event and made this possible. Cecilia Braekhus A First Class Act! Sauerland Promotions

WBC Female Welterweight Champion Cecilia Braekhus visited Hjorring Hospital as part of the global WBC Cares Charity Program, Big champions support little champions.

It is an honor to support the WBC Cares program and I hope that our visit will keep a smile on the children s faces and give them some energy and keep on fighting.

Casa Hogar By Chris Manzur Carlos Cuadras and friend It is an honor for the WBC to have champions with such a big heart Carlos Cuadras and Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez invested their time, even with

3 WBC Female Welterweight Champion Cecilia Braekhus visited Hjorring Hospital as part of the global WBC Cares Charity Program, Big champions support little champions. She shared her fighting spirit with the children at Sygehus Vendsyssel. It is an honor to support the WBC Cares program and I hope that our visit will keep a smile on the children s faces and give them some energy and keep on fighting. To succeed, no matter what the battle or the odds. said Cecilia. Casa Hogar By Chris Manzur Carlos Cuadras and friend It is an honor for the WBC to have champions with such a big heart Carlos Cuadras and Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez invested their time, even with their busy agends, in teaching girls how to box. Twenty nine girls from 7 to 14 years old were encouraged to include boxing as a sport in their lives. Happiness was all around while the demo was taking place. It was a memorable moment for everyone, absolutely priceless!! Fez in Las Vegas Here s Fes Baptista, our anti bullying Ambassador from the UK with photographer, Mary An Owens. Fes, who was a product of racial attacks in the UK, will be visiting schools in his new home of Las Vegas and sharing his experience as part of the WBC Anti bullying campaign Free Youth Summer Camp in North Carolina. We are proudly supporting this project in North Carolina. It was brought to us by Aaron Snowell, a man who helps children in every way possible, and has partnered with local ministries there. WBC Judge, Cathy Leonard will be our WBC Representative!

May 4, 2013 Dear World Boxing Council, I wanted to take a moment to extend my most sincere THANKS to the World Boxing Council, Mr.

You have no idea how happy I was when I received notification that I was selected for this. It was such a surprise. Also, It is so wonderful that we are able to host an award lunch.

If you would, please extend my thanks to all the WBC member who made the awards possible. I hope that someday I will be able to be as generous as the World Boxing Council.

present Jamie Moore with a WBC Care's Ambassador's award. Jamie is a patron for the local charity, Niamh's Next Step which was founded by Niamh's father Chris Curry.

4 May 4, 2013 Dear World Boxing Council, I wanted to take a moment to extend my most sincere THANKS to the World Boxing Council, Mr. Jose Sulaiman, Mauricio Sulaiman, Jill Diamond and its governing committees for choosing me for the ambassador of the WBC cares. You have no idea how happy I was when I received notification that I was selected for this. It was such a surprise. Also, It is so wonderful that we are able to host an award lunch. It is a great opportunity for me, and I m sure the collaborative of organization that partner with us and the kids will benefit from the awards that they will be receiving. If you would, please extend my thanks to all the WBC member who made the awards possible. I hope that someday I will be able to be as generous as the World Boxing Council. Gratefully, Aaron Snowell, (Trainer Of Champions) Jamie Moore Honored On Saturday 16th March 2013 at the Boxingmania event at Northampton Town Football Club, on behalf of the WBC we were delighted to present Jamie Moore with a WBC Care's Ambassador's award. Jamie is a patron for the local charity, Niamh's Next Step which was founded by Niamh's father Chris Curry. Niamh sadly lost her battle to Neuroblastoma on Sunday 20th May Jamie supports the Charity to raise awareness and help others affected by this devastating illness. Niahm's father Chris Curry and Sports frame Director Adam Gascoigne are pictured with Jamie in the photo. Also in attendance was fellow WBC Ambassador John H Stracey. Jamie was truely humbled by the WBC's very kind gesture to present him with the award and is committed to support the charity and the WBC's work in the community in the Me future.: submitted by: David Walker, Chair, UK TJ Cares! Whereever there are children to be cheered, you will find our Monique Rendon and her team! Comanche Boy in Okemah High School

On May 6, 2013, Native American boxing champion "Comanche Boy" George Tahdooahnippah was the guest speaker at the Okemah High School, in Okemah, OK for the Johnson O'Malley student program.

"It's always an honor to be a guest speaker and share my story," Tahdooahnippah said. "I'm a small town boy with hopes and dreams like many of these young students.

" Tahdooahnippah's next speaking engagement will be in Hollywood, Florida on May 15, 2013, where he will address members of the Seminole Tribe, in an effort to further encourage other Native

5 On May 6, 2013, Native American boxing champion "Comanche Boy" George Tahdooahnippah was the guest speaker at the Okemah High School, in Okemah, OK for the Johnson O'Malley student program. In his message to students and the community, Tahdooahnippah stressed the importance of completing education, and armed with that knowledge, to be persistent in achieving their goals and dreams. "It's always an honor to be a guest speaker and share my story," Tahdooahnippah said. "I'm a small town boy with hopes and dreams like many of these young students. They need to keep chasing their dreams." Tahdooahnippah's next speaking engagement will be in Hollywood, Florida on May 15, 2013, where he will address members of the Seminole Tribe, in an effort to further encourage other Native Americans to remain diligent in pursuing their education. The Mauricio Saravia Award Department of Chicano/Studies of Metro State University. The Mauricio Saravia Award which is given to someone who knows, We can influence the world around them by finding compassion and kindness towards all living beings in our own heart. Through 27 years of coaching and the work with the WBC Cares, Big Champions Supporting Little Champions they say I have brought positivity into the lives of so many. The diversity of those that I have helped is expansive. I have opened my heart to those that have had lofty goals and those that have had small goals. Through the disciple and training of boxing they all have learned that no matter what comes before you in life you never quit and you keep giving it your all and leave your mark that win or lose you gave it your all and to the best of your abilities! Battle Of The Badges Brings Hope Thanks to former WBC Cares Award Winner Chief Kildruff and our Bobby McGuire for sharing this. The Battle of the Badges in NYC, USA donated another $5,000 to Home for Heroes! A Great Team

Fighters from Promociones del Pueblo, visited Misión Santa Fe in México

6 Fighters from Promociones del Pueblo, visited Misión Santa Fe in México City. A place which represents one of the regions with highest poverty in our country. We would like to thank all of the Japanese and Mexican boxers who made this event possible. Needs a Great Coach Jon Wright, The Coach And Remember You re Are Safe With Us Hold The Date: September 8th, 2013 The WBC Cares Run in Mexico City Clean off those sneakers in one two three.. and we re off!

Mauricio Sulaiman (Mex) Raylene Carbone (Co) Wendy Newman (NY) Don James (Wales) Chisa Yamane( Japan ) YurikoMayorta( Japan ) Celestino Mindra (Ugunda) HoucineHouichi( Africa ) KiateSirigul( Thailand

Belgium ) Salvador Briman( Mexico ) Erik Narnjo (NY) Stephen Blea (Co) Brian Reynolds (LasVegas) Frank Quill ( Australia ) Bruce McTavish (Philipines) Araceli Martinez-Rose ( Mexico ) MalteMicheelis(

7 Mauricio Sulaiman (Mex) Raylene Carbone (Co) Wendy Newman (NY) Don James (Wales) Chisa Yamane( Japan ) YurikoMayorta( Japan ) Celestino Mindra (Ugunda) HoucineHouichi( Africa ) KiateSirigul( Thailand ) Marcie Morrow (Ca) Melvyn Turner ( UK ) David Walker (Chair, UK ) Monique McClaine (Ct) Scott Walsh (UK) NatalyaKuvulchuck(Ukraine) Tony Luis, Canada Albertina Lipinsaya( Russia ) OleynaPobyvlolo( Belgium ) Salvador Briman( Mexico ) Erik Narnjo (NY) Stephen Blea (Co) Brian Reynolds (LasVegas) Frank Quill ( Australia ) Bruce McTavish (Philipines) Araceli Martinez-Rose ( Mexico ) MalteMicheelis( Germany ) Alberto Guerra, ( Panama ) Eddie Mustafa Muhammad (LV, US) Frank Garza (US) Reza Djabbapoor (Irna) Naomi Togashi (Japan) Kenny Bayless (LV,US) Sharon Anyos( Australia ) Chuck Williams (Haw, US) Zac Young (Costa Rica) Peter Abdul (Guyana ) Rudy Tellez (Ca, US) Michael Tate, (Ca, US) Barry lindenman (US) Fes Batiste (UK) WmBoodhoo (Canada Michele Ponnich,(Canada) Coylette James (LV, US) WBC Cares Committee: Jose Sulaiman, Honorary Chair Jill Diamond, International Chair Christiane Manzur, Mexico City Chair Elizabeth Reyes, Community Outreach Chair Craig Metcalf, Secretary Executive Monique Rendon, TJ Ambassador These wonderful Patches are for sale at the WBC Merchandise site. Cómprame! Este hermoso parche está a la venta, para más productos, visita nuestro sitio Web And Karen Briman, our guiding light

WORLD BOXING COUNCIL Jose Sulaimán WBC HONORARY POSTHUMOUS LIFETIME PRESIDENT (+)

WORLD BOXING COUNCIL Jose Sulaimán WBC HONORARY POSTHUMOUS LIFETIME PRESIDENT (+) Mauricio Sulaimán WBC PRESIDENT WBC STATS WBC SUPERFLYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP BOUT FORUM / INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA, USA SEPTEMBER