CHESTER, PA (JANUARY 28, 2014)–This Friday night at Harrahs Philadelphia, now Featherweight Tevin “American Idol” Farmer will look for his 8th consecutive victory when he takes on Noel Echevarria in an eight round bout for the ABA Featherweight title.

Farmer of Philadelphia has a record of 14-4 with three knockouts and has been undefeated since linking up with Mark Cipparone and Club 1957 Management.

Farmer of Philadelphia has been preparing for a good fight from the 11-1 Echevarria.

“Camp has been great and everything is going smoothly,”said Farmer. “I had the opportunity to work with three-time world champion DeMarcus “Chop Chop” Corley and it has prepared more for this fight better than any other.I only know that my opponent is 11-1 and he is coming to win. I know he will be ready. I hope he is in shape because when I beat him down I want no excuses. We are coming ready”

Farmer started his career 7-4 and now is staring at 15-4 with a win over Echevarria. The winning streak is not just a coincidence.

“I have surrounded myself with a better team. I have better knowledge and have been having much better training.”

Farmer always kept faith and worked hard to get to this point.

“I always envisioned good things. With better guidance I might not have taken those fights so early on in my career. Now at this point in my career, I am ready for whatever comes my way.”

BETHLEHEM, PA (JANUARY 24, 2014)– Tomorrow night at the Sands in Bethlehem, PA, undefeated Bantamweight Miguel “No Fear” Cartagena will make his 2014 debut when he takes on battle tested veteran Felipe Rivas as part of a championship night of boxing promoted by King’s Promotions and XFE Boxing.

Cartagena of Philadelphia, PA has a perfect record of 10-0 with three knockouts and the 21-year old knows that 2014 is a moving year towards a world title shot.

During the camp, he received a good education from another grizzled veteran when he frequently sparred with former world title challenger Rogers Mtagwa.

“I had a great camp and I had good sparring with Rogers,” said Cartagena. “It as a good experience. He is a guy anyone can learn a lot from.”

When asked about Rivas, Cartagena is going in the ring relying on his ability.

“The only thing I know that Rivas is that he is Mexican. Other than that, i really do not know much.”

A three solid wins in 2013, Cartagena believes that 2014 is a year that will put him in position to fight for a world title.

“I feel I have been moved really well. By the end of the year, I feel I should be knocking on the door of a world title shot. I think I will be 16-0 or 17-0 and at my weight there aren’t as many fighters in the division so I feel I can be in position a lot quicker than the other weight divisions.”

“I am glad to be working with my manager Mark Cipparone. 2014 will be another year of dedication and focus. I am ready to start this year with a win.”

Said manager Mark Cipparone of Club 1957 Management, “This is a big fight for Miguel. He is coming along very nicely and He is gaining the interest of a lot of big promoters who have interest in him now. With a good performance, we expect to be signing with one of them in the near future.”

The Cartagena – Rivas 8 round bout is part of a big seven bout card at the Sands in Bethlehem that will be highlighted by a 10 round WBA Fedlatin title bout between Travis Kauffman and Vincent Thompson.

Tickets for this outstanding evening are priced at $200, $125, $75 and $50 (tickets will be $5 more at the door) and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com and www.kingsboxing.com

1st bout is 7:15 with the doors opening at 6:15.

PHILADELPHIA (JANUARY 7, 2014)–Mark Cipparone’s Club 1957 Management is proud to announce the signing of former world title challenger Teon “The Technician” Kennedy to a management contract.

Kennedy of Philadelphia has a record of 19-2-2 with 7 knockouts.

The 27 year old won his first 13 bouts which included an explosive 2nd round stoppage over the undefeated Thomas Snow.

Kennedy went on to win the USBA Super Bantamweight title with a 10th round stoppage over Francisco Rodriguez. He defended the the title with a 12 round unanimous decision over Jose Angel Beranza. Kennedy added the NABA title with a 10th round stoppage over Alex Beccera.

Kennedy scored his best win when he dropped previously undefeated Jorge Diaz (15-0) two times and won a thrilling 12 round unanimous decision on March 26, 2011 as part of the Yuriorkis Gamboa – Jorge Solis undercard in Atlantic City.

After suffering his 1st pro defeat to Alejandro Lopez (21-2), Kennedy had a draw with Christopher Martin (23-1-2) that headlined an ESPN Friday Night Fights card.

Teon Kennedy signs the contract as Mark Cipparone looks on

Kennedy then challenged the highly respected Guillermo Rigondeaux for the WBA Super Bantamweight crown on June 9, 2012 as part of the Manny Pacquiao – Timothy Bradley Pay Per View undercard.

Although Kennedy came up short, he showed heart by continuing to get off the canvas until the bout was stopped in 5th round.

Since that defeat, Kennedy has fought very well as he moved up to Jr. Lightweight and has scored wins over Carlos Vinan and in his last bout when he fought through a broken jaw but still was able to win a 10 round unanimous decision over Joselito Collado (13-2) on August 24, 2013 in Atlantic City.

“I decided to sign with Mark after what I have seen what he has done with his other fighters”, said Kennedy.

“He takes good care of his fighters and I don’t mean with money. He gives great advice about life and he has already provided me with a good strength and conditioning program.”

“I feel I need two more fights and I will be in a good spot. I know that Mark and my promoter Russell Peltz are on the same page and have a good plan going forward.”, finished Kennedy.

“We are very happy to have Teon in the fold and part of our team”, said Cipparone.

“He is a proven fighter who is just a couple fights removed from fighting for a world championship. He is a great talent and we look forward to getting him back to that title fight and we have the confidence that he will be a world champion.”

Kennedy is promoted by Peltz Boxing and is trained by Wade and Randy Hinnant.