Above: Larry Fryers at work — Photo by Daniel Cork By Tim McCloskey Larry Fryers did not take a traditional route to a professional boxing career. Born in Queens, New York, to Irish parents, he moved back with his family… Continue Reading
By Tim McCloskey Carl “The Jackal” Frampton is on the hunt for another world title. Frampton, the former two-division world champion from Tiger’s Bay, Belfast, will make his first stateside appearance in more than two years in a 10-round featherweight… Continue Reading
Taylor Dominates Volante, Irish Take 2 of 3 at Liacouras Center By Tim McCloskey Katie Taylor Superstar Irish lightweight boxer Katie Taylor defeated Rose Volane of Brazil with a 9th round TKO to start Saint Patrick’s weekend in Philadelphia. Taylor… Continue Reading
By Tim McCloskey Irish boxer Katie Taylor is coming to Philly to add another strap to her collection. The Bray Brawler, who first rose to prominence by winning the gold medal at the London Olympics, is on a collision course… Continue Reading
Photo (above): John Joe battling Jesús Acha Iule Raya of Mexico in 2016 at Sugarhouse Casino (Photo / Daniel Cork / courtesy of Raging Babe) By Tim McCloskey Saint Patrick’s Day festivities start early this year with an old-fashioned Irish boxing… Continue Reading