Undefeated Super Lightweight, Milton Santiago Jr. takes on Ken Alvarez at the Inaugural fight card at the SugarHouse Casino in Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA (August 25, 2016)–Undefeated super lightweight prosepct Milton Santiago Jr.will see a lot of familiar faces when he takes on Ken Alvarez at the SugarHouse Casino this Friday night in Philadelphia.

Santiago, still just nineteen years-old, will headline for the first time since his professional debut 30 months ago as he has established himself as a big ticket seller in the Philadelphia.

According to his handlers at Battlestrong Boxing, this is by far the most tickets that young Santiago has sold in what will be his 15th outing.

“The demand has been off the charts, ” said Santiago’s co-manager Moz Gonzalez. Gonzalez, along with his partner Eddie Woods are scrambling around looking for more tickets for Santiago’s many fans.

“It is a great problem to have. We sold out our allotment of tickets very quickly and we are looking for tickets as we keep taking calls from people who want to come on Friday.”

“Everything is good. I am on weight, and now I am getting ready for the fun part and that is to fight,” said Santiago.

In Alvarez, he is fighting a capable opponent who has a record of 7-4-2 with three knockouts. Alvarez was undefeated in his first eight bouts that included big wins over undefeated Kevin Nieves (6-0) and Israel Arellano (7-1).

“I know he is from the Dominican Republic. He is tough, In-shape and comes to fight, so I have to be prepared for anything.”

Santiago is excited to once again have top-billing. He cites many reason’s for the extreme interest in this bout.

“It feels awesome to be the headliner. Everyone is coming to watch you, and it’s a blessing and I know have to show the people what I got. It’s terrific to be the first headliner at the SugarHouse. I feel that Philly fans come to support their own. My record is continuing to grow and be built and I am back with my father training me, so I think there are plenty of good reasons for the great support I will have on Friday.”

Santiago expects to fight a couple more times this year and with a big win on Friday, he sees the competition to be stepped and bigger rewards on the way.

“I am hoping to fight for a small title by the end of the year. Then next year, I am looking to get ranked and fighting ten round bouts. All that will help my name get out more. I just want to thank everyone for their support and I am looking to impress everybody.




Video: Milton Santiago Jr talks about his win over Osumanu Akaba




Video: Undefeated Super Lightweight, Milton Santiago Jr. chimes in on Tonight’s bout against Osumanu Akaba




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Undefeated Super Lightweight, Milton Santiago Jr. plans on Birthday celebration against Alvaro Ortiz tonight in California, PA

California, PA (September 14, 2015)–Tonight night, on the campus of California, PA, undefeated Super Lightweight, Milton “El Santo” Santiago (11-0, 3 KO’s) will take on Alvaro Ortiz (7-3-1, 5 KO’s) in a bout scheduled for six-rounds.

The bout will take place on a card headlined by undefeated Welterweight Sammy Vasquez taking on Jose Lopez, that will be televised on Fox Sports 1.

Santiago of Philadelphia will be making his 4th start of 2015 and is prepared for this step up in competition.

Tuesday will also be Santiago’s 19th birthday.

“Everything is good. Everything has gone well and I am ready for Tuesday night,” said Santiago.

Santiago will be looking to celebrate his 19th birthday in style with a victory over the native of Ciudad, Mexico.

“I know he is a from Mexico and has a good record. He throws a lot of punches but I plan to give him a boxing lesson.”

Santiago is stepping up in competition and he feels that he is ready for the task.

“It is the right thing to do. I am 11-0 now so I have to fight these kinds of veterans.”

This is the first fight that Santiago has had since he graduated High School in June and he feels that to only be able to focus on boxing will make him a much better fighter.

“It has been a lot easier not having to go to school, study and do all the things that go along with with that. I have more time to train. I can give the proper time to all facets of my training and making adjustments and improvements like sitting down on my punches more.”

In his last bout, Santiago faced his first bit of adversity as he was put on the canvas for the first time in his bout against Jose Miguel Castro on June 20.

“I learned that I have to control myself and keep calm. I was able to shake that off and come back to win each round, one at a time.”

“I am still getting better and want to thank everyone like my trainer, Bozy Ennis, my dad, my managers Moz Gonzalez and Eddie Woods. I want to thank Al Haymon for this great opportunity.”

Said trainer, Derrick “Bozy” Ennis, “He is ready for this step up. I think right now he is certainly ready for 8-round fights or even 10 rounds. I am trying to get him to sit down on his punches and work on his defense. We know Ortiz is a bit taller, but we plan to work the body and head.”




Milton Santiago Jr., Derek Ennis, Moz Gonzalez post fight video interviews

PHILADELPHIA, PA (MARCH 16, 2014)–This past Friday night in Philadelphia, two fighters under the Battlestrong Boxing management stable scored impressive victories including undefeated 17-year phenom,Milton Santiago Jr. (3-0) scored an impressive 4-round unanimous decision over William Lorenzo while comeback Derek “Pooh” Ennis (24-4-1) scored a 6-round unanimous decision over Emil Gonzalez.

Below are post fight video interviews with Santiago, Ennis and Battlestrong Boxing’s Moz Gonzalez for their thoughts on the fight and the next step for both fighters.

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Teenage Phenom Milton Santiago Jr. to be honored by High School board tonight

Warminster, PA (MAY 13, 2014)–TONIGHT, next to the William Tennent High School, undefeated Jr. Welterweight Milton Santiago will receive a special honor by the school board for his professional boxing career.

Santiago, the youngest boxer in the history of Pennsylvania at age 17 is 4-0 with 3 knockouts is a junior at the school, will receive achievement award just three days before his 5th professional bout which will take place on Friday night at the 2300 Arena in South Philadelphia when he will take on 25 fight veteran Josh Beeman in a 6 round bout.

The school board meeting takes place right next to the High School and will begin at 7 PM.




17-year old Phenom Milton “El Santo” Santiago Jr. back in action in Puerto Rico TONIGHT!!!

VEGA BAJA, PUERTO RICO (APRIL 5, 2014)–TONIGHT, Undefeated and 17-year old phenom, Jr. Welterweight Milton Santiago Jr. will return to action as he will make his 4th start in 2 and one-half months when he takes on Luis Ortiz Molina (0-1) in a bout scheduled for four rounds.

The card, promoted by Fresh Promotions will be televised Live on DirectTV beginning at 9 pm ET.

Santiago of Warminster, PA has a record of 3-0 with two knockouts weighed in the same as his opponent which was 138 lbs.

Santiago is excited about fighting in his home away from home where he will have plenty of support.

“I am very excited to fight in front of my people where I will have a lot of family members,” said Santiago.

He is coming off a four round unanimous decision over 17-fight veteran William Lorenzo on March 14.

“I believe my last fight was a test. He came to fight and and I trained for that. I learned to not start out overly aggressive.”

Even though he had a long and distinguished amateur career, Santiago continues his on the job apprenticeship.

“I am getting better each day. Not only the training but my running and eating right.”

“I look forward to putting on a great show for my people,” finished Santiago.




TEENAGE PHENOM MILTON SANTIAGO JR. GOES FOR 3-0 THIS FRIDAY NIGHT IN PHILDELPHIA

PHILADELPHIA (MARCH 10, 2014)–This Friday night at the Pennsylvania Sheet Metal Workers Hall in Philadelphia, 17-year old phenom, Milton “El Santo” Santiago will make look for his 3rd in win in as many fights when he takes on 17-fight veteran William Lorenzo in a scheduled four round Jr. Welterweight bout as part of an 8 bout card.

Santiago, a Junior at Warmisnter High Scool began his career with a 1st round stoppage over Moses Molina on February 7th and just two weeks later Christian Damiels suffered the same fate in Dover, Delaware.

Santiago is the youngest boxer from the state of Pennsylvania.

Now as he embarks on his 3rd contest, Santiago has his feet wet as a professional.

“It feels good now as a i was a little nervous before my first fight,” said Santiago.

“Half of the people where there for me and I started to feel good after the first punch.”

“I was very confident going in and landed a few good punches and then finished him off.”, said Santiago of his maiden victory.

On facing Lorenzo, who has fought eight undefeated opponents and is coming off of a 4th round stoppage win over Julian Valerio on December 21st, “He has been in there with some good competition and I just have to keep my hands up and not take him lightly.”

Santiago will not be overwhelmed as he prepares for his 3rd fight in just over a month while he finds time to do his schoolwork.

“It is a good thing to stay busy. I stay in the gym and my timing is good.”

“I am getting ready and I feel strong and I can not wait until March 14th.”

Headlining the card will be Battlestrong Boxing’s Derek “Pooh” Ennis (23-4-1) battling Emil Gonzalez (11-6-1, 8 KO’s) in a 6 round Middleweight bout.