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kenyan_cheena · 10-26-2007, 11:01 PM

INTERNATIONAL BOXING LEAGUE
DEBUTS IN PITTSBURGH

Monday 26 August 2002

Weeks of build up and anticipation came to an end tonight as the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh hosted the debut fight card of the International Boxing League. Sold out weeks ago, the venue was packed to its 18,000 seat capacity, many of those in attendance there to cheer for Pittsburgh natives Charley Burley and Harry Greb as they started their quest to qualify for the league's Middleweight World Championship tournament.

Before the start of the evening's first contest IBL Chief Director James Molk climbed into the ring and addressed the crowd, looking sharp in a charcoal suit, matching tie and white shirt. The audience gave him a warm and extended round of applause.

"Good evening, ladies and gentlemen," said Molk, smiling. "It's so wonderful to see you all here tonight for this special event. As you know, back in early April we revealed our existence as the International Boxing League to the world. In the time since we've spent countless hours trialing and selecting competitors to take part in our regional qualifying tournaments and Future Contender series and last month, on July the 22nd, we announced who had made the cut and who hadn't. That was a very memorable night at the MGM Grand, a night where, in my own words, we were "introduced" to the world. Since then we've continued to work hard to make sure that everything we've planned for our tournaments goes off without a hitch and tonight, we've finally arrived!"

At this the crowd cheered and applauded, Molk nodding and clapping in return.

"Well, I know you're all looking forward to tonight's card," continued Molk. "I'll make myself scarce so that the excitement can begin. I know all of you will be cheering hard for Charley Burley and Harry Greb so I'm hoping that they can add to your enjoyment by giving you all some good results tonight."

With that Molk departed the ring, waving to the crowd. He took up his seat at ringside beside his wife and less than a minute later the combatants for the opening bout were on their way to the ring...

(to be continued)

10-26-2007, 11:01 PM	#274 (permalink)
kenyan_cheena Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Sydney, NSW, Australia Posts: 4,390	INTERNATIONAL BOXING LEAGUE DEBUTS IN PITTSBURGH Monday 26 August 2002 Weeks of build up and anticipation came to an end tonight as the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh hosted the debut fight card of the International Boxing League. Sold out weeks ago, the venue was packed to its 18,000 seat capacity, many of those in attendance there to cheer for Pittsburgh natives Charley Burley and Harry Greb as they started their quest to qualify for the league's Middleweight World Championship tournament. Before the start of the evening's first contest IBL Chief Director James Molk climbed into the ring and addressed the crowd, looking sharp in a charcoal suit, matching tie and white shirt. The audience gave him a warm and extended round of applause. "Good evening, ladies and gentlemen," said Molk, smiling. "It's so wonderful to see you all here tonight for this special event. As you know, back in early April we revealed our existence as the International Boxing League to the world. In the time since we've spent countless hours trialing and selecting competitors to take part in our regional qualifying tournaments and Future Contender series and last month, on July the 22nd, we announced who had made the cut and who hadn't. That was a very memorable night at the MGM Grand, a night where, in my own words, we were "introduced" to the world. Since then we've continued to work hard to make sure that everything we've planned for our tournaments goes off without a hitch and tonight, we've finally arrived!" At this the crowd cheered and applauded, Molk nodding and clapping in return. "Well, I know you're all looking forward to tonight's card," continued Molk. "I'll make myself scarce so that the excitement can begin. I know all of you will be cheering hard for Charley Burley and Harry Greb so I'm hoping that they can add to your enjoyment by giving you all some good results tonight." With that Molk departed the ring, waving to the crowd. He took up his seat at ringside beside his wife and less than a minute later the combatants for the opening bout were on their way to the ring... (to be continued) __________________ The Heavyweight Boxing Federation The Heavyweight Boxing Federation: Tournament Group Standings The International Boxing League MLB: 1958 and Beyond...