Al Bernstein Boxing Channel to Cover Live Pre & Post Dawson/Tarver Fight
Weigh-in Also Broadcast LIVE Over iBN Sports Network
iBN Sports, a premier Internet-based broadcast sports television network announced that its Al Bernstein Channel (ABBC) will provide live weigh-in along with pre and post fight coverage of the October 11th light-heavyweight title match between Chad Dawson and Antonio Tarver from the Palms Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Al Bernstein and the iBN Sports team will be on hand to cover the weigh-in on October 10th, will also do reports before the match on October 11th and provide full coverage of the post fight press conference. All of this can be seen at http://www.ibnsports.com/.
The Dawson/Tarver coverage represents the first in a series of up to the minute pre and post coverage of premiere matches that the ABBC will offer to fans throughout 2008. The lineup will include Kelly Pavlik vs. Bernard Hopkins on October 18th, Vic Darchinyan vs. Christian Mijares on November 1st, Ricky Hatton vs. Paulie Malinaggi on November 22nd, and finally Oscar De La Hoya vs. Manny Pacquiao on December 6th. All broadcasts can be viewed live at www.ibnsports.com for free as well as seen on-demand on the channel.
“This will be the first time in years that this kind of LIVE coverage will have been done at major boxing matches,” said Bernstein. “I was an integral part of the live ESPN coverage for these kinds of matches for many years, and I know it provides fans with information that really helps them enjoy big boxing matches. Boxing fans have been underserved in recent years, but not anymore. We will give them the live pre and post fight coverage that will enhance their enjoyment of the fights. iBN Sports and the ABBC will be there to capture these exciting and interesting moments,” said Bernstein.
“The iBN Sports team is truly excited by this venture with Al,” said John Mudge, CEO of iBN Sports. “We believe this channel is unique and will provide an insider’s perspective that only Al can bring,” concluded Mudge.
Source: iBN Sports
Injured Veterans Attend New Rehabilitative Sports Clinic in San Diego
More than 50 recently injured veterans from around the country are coming to San Diego to experience the thrills of adaptive surfing, sailing, track and field, kayaking and cycling at the first National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic, a rehabilitative sports experience sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and hosted by the VA San Diego Healthcare System.
“The adaptive sports offered at this clinic will provide these veterans a unique environment for self development,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. James B. Peake. “For many of these veterans, this event will provide their first exposure to recreational sports and other activities after being injured.”
The National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic takes place Sept. 28 through Oct. 3 with opening ceremonies at Sea World. Other events will be held at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, Kellogg Park in La Jolla Shores, the Embarcadero Marina Park, the Mission Bay Yacht Club and the San Diego Marriott Hotel. Admission is free for the public.
Recreational sports can be an important part of therapy for many disabilities. VA is a recognized leader in rehabilitation, with therapeutic programs available at VA health care facilities across the nation. Programs like the Summer Sports Clinic have helped many veterans with injuries to heal and gain confidence to pursue their ambitions.
The event is open to newly injured veterans who have spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, certain neurological conditions, amputations, other mobility impairments, or post-traumatic stress disorder.
For more information about the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic or to volunteer during the week, visit the clinic Web site at www.summersportsclinic.va.gov.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Baseball Superstar Manny Ramirez Signs on to Represent Changing Times Vitamins Sports Drink, RecoveryX
CTVX, Inc. (Pink Sheets: SGTB) Slugger Manny Ramirez has signed on as the leading spokesperson for RecoveryX, an energy/sports drink that contains a clinically tested algae extract which has been shown to reduce edema (swelling) and which may support a compromised immune system. Since strenuous exercise can result in swelling and suppression of the immune system, RecoveryX may help athletes recover more rapidly from sports related activities, exercise or other physical activity.
Ramirez, a two-time world champion, has led the league in batting average, home runs, and runs batted in. A 12-time All-Star selection and former world championship series MVP, Ramirez has been on a major hitting streak since coming to LA in early August, 2008, with a batting average of 400, 16 home runs and 49 RBI’s in 49 games.
“Mr. Ramirez is considered to be one of the all time greatest players in baseball,” Brian Jensen, Public Relations Director of CTVX Inc. stated. “We feel his work ethic and personality reflect the RecoveryX product image and our target consumer, which is a major reason we asked him to represent our product.”
“I was introduced to RecoveryX a couple months back when I was traded to LA and I’m impressed with its benefits,” added Ramirez. “Increased energy and faster recovery from workouts are key for professional and every day athletes alike.”
Ramirez will appear in commercials, make personal appearances, and attend other events on behalf of RecoveryX.
The agreement between RecoveryX and Ramirez was brokered through Changing Times Vitamins, Inc. and Boras Marketing.
Source: SGTB
New Bowling World Record: More Than Half a Million Games Played in a Single Day
548,721 Games Played Across 808 Centers in a Single Day as Part of National Bowling Day Challenge
Strike Ten Entertainment, the marketing arm of the Bowling Proprietors’ Association of America (BPAA), announced a new bowling world record of the most games played in a single day. For the first time ever, more than 800 bowling centers joined forces in a nationwide challenge to record the largest number of games bowled during a 24 hour period. On National Bowling Day (August 30, 2008), 808 centers participated in the challenge, recording 548,721 games played.
“This new world record is a great milestone for the sport of bowling and an exciting day for our industry. The hundreds of thousands of people who visited bowling centers to help set this record is a testament to the incredible popularity that bowling is enjoying and the continued resurgence of our sport,” said Jim Sturm, president of the BPAA. “This follows a trend that has seen bowling participation continue to increase every year, with more than 67 million people having bowled in 2007 alone. We’re already looking forward to setting new records in 2009 and beyond.”
The new bowling world record is recognized by the Bowling Proprietors’ Association of America (BPAA), International Bowling Pro Shop and Instructors Association (IBPSIA), Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) and the United States Bowling Congress (USBC).
Source: Strike Ten Entertainment
UFC and Spike TV Present UFC Fight For The Troops
Three-Hour UFC Live Event On December 10 From Fort Bragg, NC To Raise Money For Treatment Center Serving Soldiers With Brain Injuries
The Ultimate Fighting Championship(R) and Spike TV have joined forces to present “UFC Fight For The Troops(TM)”, a special three-hour live televised event on Wednesday, December 10 starting at 9:00 PM, ET to raise funds to build a treatment center for the brave men and women in the United States Armed Forces who have experienced traumatic brain injuries. The facility is being sponsored, built and equipped by the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. The announcement was made today by Dana White, UFC President and Kevin Kay, Spike TV President.
The goal of “UFC Fight For The Troops” is to raise the necessary funds for The National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE), an advanced research facility in Bethesda, MD dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of military personnel and veterans suffering from traumatic brain injury (TBI) and psychological health issues.
“With this event on December 10th, we hope to raise millions for the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund and to help increase national awareness for the meaningful ways the National Intrepid Center of Excellence will impact the lives of our service personnel here in the United States,” said White.
“Spike TV has the deepest respect and admiration for the men and women who put their lives on the line for us every day,” said Kay. “Spike TV is proud to be a part of raising funds to build this world class state of the art research and physical rehabilitation facility where active duty personnel and veterans with traumatic brain injuries can receive the best medical care this country has to offer – we owe them no less.”
More information about the facility, including ways to donate, can be found online at http://www.fallenheroesfund.org/ or by calling 1-800-340 HERO.
Spike TV will telecast “UFC Fight For The Troops” live from Fort Bragg, NC, Wednesday, December 10 from 9:00 PM – Midnight, ET. The event will feature a full UFC fight card as well as celebrity appearances and an all-star lineup of UFC fighters. A phone bank in Los Angeles will also be created where donors can interact with the celebrities and UFC fighters answering phones. Further details on appearances and event information will be released soon.
Source: Spike TV