ROY JONES JR. BOXING PROMOTIONS INKS EXCLUSIVE PROMOTIONAL DEAL WITH BRYAN “TIQUITO” VASQUEZ
Las Vegas, November 17, 2016 – Roy Jones Jr. Boxing Promotions Founder 10x World Champion, Roy Jones Jr. and CEO / Co-Founder, Keith Veltre proudly announce the promotional agreement with Bryan “Tiquito” Vasquez
29-year old Vasquez (35-2, 19 KOs) from San Jose, Costa Rica two time WBA World Champion and currently the #1 ranked contender in the world by the WBA. Making waves in the boxing square, with his mobility, charisma & his combinations of one-two’s, Vasquez quickly made a statement when he entered the ring with at the time undefeated Jose Felix Jr. (35-1-1. 27KOs) on the Bradley / Pacquiao card back in 2014. Taking it to the distance, Vasquez was strapped with the Interim WBA World Champion Super Feather Weight Title.
“Vasquez is a huge pick up for team RJJ,” stated Roy Jones Jr., Founder of Roy Jones Jr. Promotions. “Bryan Vasquez adds to our conception of being one of the best boxing promotions companies in the industry.
“I am extremely happy to have Bryan Vasquez join the RJJ family,” said Keith Veltre Co-Founder & CEO of Roy Jones Jr. Boxing Promotions. “Bryan is a top tier fighter and is only a fight or two away from being a World Champion. We have a good relationship with his management and all of us expect big things from Bryan. This is a prime example on how RJJ is moving in the direction of becoming a premier promoter.”
“The first of many fighters we will bring to Roy Jones Jr. Boxing Promotions,” said Hector Fernandez de Cordova. “Together we will make a difference in the sport. Very grateful for the opportunity. Thanks to Keith Veltre and Roy Jones Jr. for taking the time and believing in our vision.”
“It is a dream come true,” stated Bryan Vasquez, “What a better way to become a legend than to work with one. I wont disappoint my idol, Roy Jones Jr.”
Vasquez is ranked #1 Contender in the world by the WBA and has no intention of moving from that spot.
Vasquez officially signed with Roy Jones Jr. Boxing Promotions at a Brio Tuscan Restaurant located in Town Square, Las Vegas. Vasquez’ team is excited for what the future holds for him. The list of contenders for Vasquez to showcase his skills is beyond anything anyone could imagine. With names like Jason Sosa (20-1-4 15KOs), Francisco Vargas (23-0-2 17KOs) & Former World Champion & Cuban Gold Medalist Yuriokis Gamboa
Co-founded in 2013 by 10-times world champion Roy Jones, Jr. and Keith Veltre, Roy Jones, Jr. (RJJ) Boxing Promotions is on its way to reinventing boxing. Based in Las Vegas, Roy Jones Jr. Boxing Promotions is climbing to the top at a fast pace, adding young talent to its growing stable such as undefeated super welterweight John Vera, Daniel Rosario, former 3x world champion super bantomweight Joseph Agbeko, along with Tony Lopez & Hanzel Martinez, lightweight Demond Brock, super featherweight Randy Moreno & Bryan Vasquez cruiser weight Irsael Duffus, bantamweight Max Ornelas, superlightweight Emanuel Robles, middleweight Rolanda Garza & light heavy weight Adrian Taylor.
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