Detroit's Huntington Place hosting USA Boxing Qualifier
The tournament runs March 18-25 and is the first of five planned national events for USA Boxing this year
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The tournament runs March 18-25 and is the first of five planned national events for USA Boxing this year
Former Champion Tony Harrison, the best active boxer from Detroit, is fighting in Australia this weekend because his hometown does not host big-time bouts these days. He says, "It should be the highest support for fighting because people from Detroit, they know how to do one thing and that's fight. Inside the ring. Outside the ring. Fighting paycheck to paycheck, rent to rent."
Getting into the boxing ring takes a lot of stamina, strategy, and heart, and at the Downtown Boxing Gym, these are just some of the principles young fighters are learning. Throwing punches and ducking blows are also life lessons.
Harrison (29-3-1, 21 KOs) will meet Australia's Tim Tszyu (21-0, 15 KOs) in Australia on March 12.
The 28-year-old Fremont, Ohio native now calls Detroit and Tony Harrison's SuperBad Boxing Gym home.
Frank Garza is not only one of the best boxing officials in Michigan but is one of the best in the world.
With an undefeated professional boxing record of 16 fights, Detroit native Frank Martin is one fight away from boxing stardom.
The boxing community is mourning one of their own who was shot and killed by a family member.
Kentrell Rouser is not just some amateur boxer from Michigan, he is now the best 139-pounder in the country.
WBA Welterweight Champion Jamal "Shango" James takes on undefeated contender Rahdzab Butaev this Saturday, October 30th on SHOWTIME. CBS' Katie Johnston sat down with the boxer to talk about the upcoming fight, his training, and his community program "Pursuit of Discipline."
Claressa Shields found herself pinned on her back, stuck against a cage and she absorbed so many strikes to the head that the undefeated boxer seemed on the brink of defeat in MMA.
"He just represents what Philadelphia is all about, work hard. It's not all about talking with your mouth. It's speaking with your action. That's what it's about."
A pair of title fights are on the docket this Saturday when the Charlo brothers put their belts on the line as part of a pay-per-view doubleheader on Showtime.
The return of boxing on Showtime begins on August 1 with a championship bout between Stephen Fulton Jr. and Angelo Leo.
Violence is part of the game in many sports but Myles Garrett crossed a line that attracts the attention of authorities sometimes from within their sport and in other cases from criminal prosecutors.
If you're missing tickets to see the Red Wings or the Lions, these Detroit sports bars offer the full experience, but without the over-priced beer. That's a win for you.
Shields is fighting Saturday night against Ivana Habazin of Croatia in what will be her first pro fight in her hometown of Flint, Michigan.
The Russian Boxing Federation says Dadashev died "as a result of the injuries he sustained" in Friday's light-welterweight fight with Subriel Matias at the Theater at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland.
Showtime Sports boxing analyst Paulie Malignaggi looks at the fights and fighters that made 2018 a great year and what to expect in 2019.
The former six-weight boxing champion told reporters that he's preparing to throw his hat in the ring for the 2020 election.
The Mayweather-McGregor fight seems to have been very profitable for the pair as they check in at the #1 and #4 spots respectively.
A voluntary test showed Alvarez had traces of clenbuterol. A statement from Golden Boy Promotions said the amount was consistent with meat contamination that has impacted athletes in Mexico and China.
Deontay Wilder was out on his feet.
Boxing isn't only as strong as its heavyweight division, but a Deontay Wilder-Anthony Wilder fight would certainly showcase its strength.
Deontay Wilder, Keith Thurman and Errol Spence Jr. return to the ring in a loaded 2018 Showtime Championship Boxing schedule.
A 17-year-old Detroit boy has been charged in connection with a shooting at the Henry Ford St. John Hospital.
Jalen Duren had 30 points and 13 rebounds and Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists as the Detroit Pistons handed the Memphis Grizzlies their seventh straight loss with a 126-110 victory on Friday night.
A sprawling, late-season winter storm is set to deliver a crippling blow to Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula starting Saturday night.
As the West Bloomfield community begins to heal from the attack at Temple Israel on Thursday, new details about the man authorities believe is responsible are beginning to emerge.
The attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield has sent shockwaves across Metro Detroit, with many still grappling with the idea that an attack on the Jewish community would happen so close to home.
The suspect connected to the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, FBI said on Friday.
Temple Israel Rabbi Josh Bennett and staff member Cassi Cohen say their security training prepared them to respond quickly when a man rammed a vehicle into their synagogue.
Over 90,000 Southeast Michigan customers lost power Friday as high winds blasted the area.
A sprawling, late-season winter storm is set to deliver a crippling blow to Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula starting Saturday night.
Wind gusts of over 70 mph were reported in multiple locations across Southeast Michigan on Friday.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Jalen Duren had 30 points and 13 rebounds and Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists as the Detroit Pistons handed the Memphis Grizzlies their seventh straight loss with a 126-110 victory on Friday night.
The suspect connected to the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, FBI said on Friday.
Temple Israel Rabbi Josh Bennett and staff member Cassi Cohen say their security training prepared them to respond quickly when a man rammed a vehicle into their synagogue.
Parts defect affecting Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles can increase the risk of injury, according to a safety notice. Here's what to know.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
A second resident of Washtenaw County is suspected to have measles, as health officials continue an investigation about potential cases and exposure sites.
A measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, with health officials investigating when and where others may have been exposed in Southeast Michigan.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Jalen Duren had 30 points and 13 rebounds and Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists as the Detroit Pistons handed the Memphis Grizzlies their seventh straight loss with a 126-110 victory on Friday night.
Jake Guentzel and Gage Goncalves each scored twice, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 23 saves and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Thursday night.
Duncan Robinson scored 19 points and the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons beat the Philadelphia 76ers 131-109 on Thursday night for their second straight victory after a season-worst four-game losing streak.
Former Michigan linebackers coach Chris Partridge is suing the university, its board of regents and its athletics director for firing him in 2023.
Jalen Duren scored 26 points, Cade Cunningham had 21 points and 15 assists, and the Pistons hammered the Nets 138-100 on Tuesday night.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Defensive back Christian Izien comes to the Detroit Lions to replace Amik Robertson, who departed the team to sign with the Washington Commanders.
A 17-year-old Detroit boy has been charged in connection with a shooting at the Henry Ford St. John Hospital, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office.
The suspect in the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said on Friday.
Southeast Michigan saw a period of high wind, causing power outages and damage to homes and businesses.
The suspect connected to the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said on Friday.