COMING SOON MY EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH ALFONSO GOMEZ!

Check out my exclusive interview with welterweight contender Alfonso Gomez. Gomez announces that a fight is in the works between himself and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr!
This interview will be posted at www.boxingtalk.com on Thursday.

COMING SOON I GO ONE ON ONE WITH THE LATIN KING OF COMEDY: ALEX REYMUNDO!

I just sat down with one of the funniest comedians on the planet. The Latin King of Comedy, Alex Reymundo's "Hick-Spanic" will be available on DVD November 13th, at all record stores across the country. Reymundo has BIG things lined up, and you can read the interview TOMORROW! www.boxingtalk.com I will be posting the interview here to read as well CHECK IT OUT!

Brad Cooney

COMING SOON ONE ON ONE WITH WOMENS BOXING SENSATION STACEY REILE

COMING SOON AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH THE BADDEST BITCH ON THE BEACH AND ON THE BLOCK! WOMENS BOXING SENSATION STACEY "STAYLO" REILE

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: KEVIN "KINGPIN" JOHNSON By Brad Cooney

I sat down with the number 14th WBO ranked heavyweight in the world, Kevin Johnson. Johnson's newly ranked status will surely make it easier for him to get bigger fights. Check out this interview at www.boxingtalk.com MONDAY!

Brad Cooney

CUNNINGHAM VS ADAMEK IS OFF?

Sources inform me that the fight between Steve "USS" Cunningham, and Tomas Adamek is off. STAY TUNED FOR UPDATES.

Brad C

COMING SOON EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH ROBERT "THE GHOST" GUERRERO

I will be interviewing 2 time IBF Featherweight World Champion Robert "The Ghost" Guerrero on Saturday. Catch it at www.boxingtalk.com!

Brad C

COMING SOON EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ANTHONY AND LAMONT PETERSON

Number 1 ranked Anthony Peterson, and number 9 ranked Lamont Peterson will be joining me in the coming days for an exclusive interview. Stay tuned to this one, these two brothers are about to take the boxing world on by storm.

Brad Cooney

ONE ON ONE WITH HEAVYWEIGHT CONTENDER CALVIN BROCK By Brad Cooney

Former world title challenger, Calvin Brock and I sat down this evening and discussed his BIG upcoming fight against Eddie Chambers. This is a big fight for Cavlin, a win thrusts him forward and keep his dreams alive for a rematch with current Heavyweight champion, Wladimir Klitschko. This interview can be read exclusively at www.boxingtalk.com TOMORROW!

COMING SOON MY EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH RAUL MARQUEZ

I just sat down with former IBF world champion, Raul Marquez. Marquez calls out Sergio Mora! You don't want to miss it.... this interview will be posted at www.boxingtalk.com within the next few days.

NATIONAL MODELING SENSATION "TERRI" AND BRAD COONEY HAVE JOINED FORCES!

National modelng sensation "Terri" and Brad Cooney have joined forces. If you are interested in booking Terri for modeling, acting, boxing ring card jobs, meet and greets, contact Brad Cooney at bradcooney1@bellsouth.net

FORMER UFC HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMP TIM SYLVIA DEFEATS BRANDON VERA

Former heavyweight champion Tim Sylvia, after his defeat last night of formerly-undefeated Brandon Vera, called out Cheick Kongo as the person he’d most like to fight next. He called Kongo a “bully,” stating that the “two biggest fighters in the UFC should face off.”

When a reporter pointed out that Sylvia kept calling Kongo “Chuck” rather than “Cheick”, Sylvia jokingly responded, “I can call him whatever I want!” Sylvia went on to explain that he felt some ring rust in the Octagon tonight and that’s why it took him a while to get going. Sylvia stated that he was never hurt in the fight, except from Vera’s illegal knee to his head.


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I'LL BE IN MEMPHIS THIS WEEKEND - FIGHTS AT THE FITZ

I'll be in Tunica, Mississippi (just south of Memphis) for the fights, at Fitzgeralds Casino on the bank of the Mississippi river. If ya'll see me there, come on up and say "hello"..... I'll update the site when I return. Sergio "The Latin" Snake Mora came in last night, so that interview is coming up next. Look for interviews from Zab Judah, and Heavyweight contender, Calvin Brock all coming soon! Also, check out Lyla Lei! That absolute beauty is ready to take on the modeling world by storm, and is available for shoots. If anyone out there is interested in booking the beautiful Lyla Lei, contact me at bradcooney1@bellsouth.net

COMING SOON I GO ONE ON ONE WITH THE LATIN SNAKE, SERGIO MORA

Sergio "The Latin Snake" Mora and I will sit down and discuss his recent tough draw against a tough Edwin Ayala. Mora was not happy with his performance, and looks to make it up to his fans in the very near future! This interview will be available Monday morning.

Brad C

GRAB A COPY OF BRAD COONEY'S BOOK - LET'S TALK BOXING!

If you want to read a book filled with interviews with your favorite fighters, grab a copy of Brad Cooney's book, LET'S TALK BOXING

Purchase it at www.amazon.com - www.target.com and many other online book stores

ONE ON ONE WITH SCOTT HIRSCH By Brad Cooney

I sat down with one of boxing's most respected, and most successful boxing managers, Scott Hirsch. Scott manages former Heavyweight Champion Shannon Briggs, world title challenger Jameel McCline, and up and coming prospect, JD Chapman. Hirsch is a class act, you don't want to miss what he had to say. This interview with be available at www.boxingtalk.com tomorrow!

Brad C

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: EVANDER HOLYFIELD By Brad Cooney

I just sat down with the legendary Evander Holyfield and got his thoughts on his recent bid for a 5th world title. Holyfield came up short in that bid, but vows to continue on. CHECK IT OUT, IT'S A BOXINGTALK MEMBERS ONLY EXCLUSIVE!

Brad Cooney

ALFONSO GOMEZ GETS THE UNANIMOUS DECISION OVER TACKIE

CONTENDER 1 SERIES STAR ALFONSO GOMEZ BATTLED TO A NICE UNANIMOUS DECISION OVER A VERY TOUGH AND WORTHY BEN TACKIE. BEN TACKIE FOUGHT HIS USUAL HIGH PRESSURE STYLE, BUT GOMEZ WAS ABLE TO DO ENOUGH TO HOLD OFF THE COMING TIDE. GOMEZ NOW HAS WINS OVER ARTURO GATTI, AND BEN TACKIE IN HIS LAST TWO EFFORTS.

SERGIO MORA FIGHTS TO A DRAW By Brad Cooney

Contender 1 series champion, Sergio Mora fought to a tough draw against Elvin Ayala. Mora showed clear signs of ring rust early, but seemed to have did enough down the stretch to get the win, but the judges didn't see it that way.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: PETER MANFREDO JR By Brad Cooney

I recently caught up with former NBC Contender star, Peter Manfredo Jr and got a good update on what has been going on with him as of late. Manfredo looks to get back into the ring in December, hopefully against former world champion, Jeff Lacy. Check out the interview at www.boxingtalk.com

Brad C

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: SAM PETER

I sat down with the WBC Heavyweight Champion, Samuel "The Nigerian Nightmare" Peter, check out this exclusive interview at www.boxingtalk.com TONIGHT!

Brad C

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A RING ANNOUNCER THAT LOOKS LIKE THIS?

Former Playboy Playmate and FOX Sports boxing announcer, Amy Hayes and Brad Cooney are joining forces. If you are interested in booking an outstanding boxing announcer, and a beautiful one at that, email me at bradcooney1@bellsouth.net for information and rates. Amy is also available for meet and greets, and autograph signings.

Brad Cooney

HOLYFIELD COMES UP SHORT IN BID FOR 5TH WORLD TITLE

Former 4 time heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield came up short against current WBO heavyweight champ Sultan Ibragimov, losing a rather lack-luster unanimous decision. Ibragimov was too quick, and took most of the rounds in this one. Holyfield commented after the fight that he still will not retire.

Brad C

COMING SOON INTERVIEW WITH MIDDLEWEIGHT CONTENDER TARVIS SIMMS

I just interviewed middleweight contender Tarvis Simms. This interview will be up on boxingtalk tomorrow! www.boxingtalk.com

Brad C

COMING SOON INTERVIEW WITH FORMER WBO HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION SHANNON BRIGGS

I just interviewed the former WBO heavyweight champion, Shannon Briggs. Look for it at www.boxingtalk.com tomorrow!

Brad Cooney

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: FREDDIE ROACH

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: FREDDIE ROACH
By Brad Cooney


Boxingtalk sat down with famed fight trainer Freddie Roach and got his thoughts on Manny Pacquiao's performance against Marco Antonio Barrera. Roach also talks about Pacquiao possibly moving up in weight to 135lbs for his next fight. Additionally, Roach fires back at current WBC lightweight world champion, Joel Casamayor for some recent comments that the champ made about Pacquiao.


BT – Congratulations on the win over Marco Antonio Barrera.

FR – Thank you.

BT – Please give the readers your assessment on Manny's performance last Saturday night against Marco Antonio Barrera.

FR – I think he did well, we worked on his footwork in training camp. We also worked on head movement and his in and out motion. Barrera was looking to counter punch, so the fight wasn't as exciting as the first fight.

BT – Were you guys pretty much anticipating that sort of style from Barrera this time around?

FR – Yea we pretty much thought so. Either he was going to come out and try to take us out early, or try to out box us.

BT – What were some areas that you saw that you would like to see Manny improve on for future fights?

FR – Everything worked pretty good for Manny, some of the things we worked on in camp like learning to sit down on is punches when he comes down on his toes. He needs to learn how to sit down on his punches a little bit more, we'll work on that.

BT – What was going on when you told Manny during the fight, “Stop fooling around!”, and do you think by Manny not going for the knockout in the final round that he was showing Barrera some respect?

FR – Yea (laughs) Manny kept looking over at Barrera's corner and smiling at him in between the rounds, so I asked him, “Who the Hell are you looking at?, stop fooling around!.” They have a mutual respect for one another and it was a good clean fight up until the cheap shot by Barrera in the 11th round.

BT - It looked like Manny got a little hurt after that, was he hurt?

FR – He told me that it did hurt him a little bit, I didn't think so, but he said he was hurt a little bit. Manny recovered quickly though, no problem.

BT – What was the deal with Manny being 2 pounds overweight the day before the weight in?

FR – Well he was so light in The Philippines, and with the humidity over there it wasn't the same as here. He was checking his weight on his own scale, and not on the official scale. When he got to Los Angeles he had a little bit of trouble maintaining his weight, so he had to do some bike work for a little while, and he took of the weight no problem.

BT – Are you planning on moving him up to 135lb?

FR – The thing is we can make 130lb no problem. There are a lot of big fights at 130, the winner of the Marquez fight, the winner of the Solis fight, there are a lot of good fights at 130lbs. The 135lb weight class isn't as attractive, so we'll think about it, maybe for one fight.

BT – WBC Lightweight world champ, Joel Casamayor said that Manny is scared to fight him.

FR – You know Manny and I went for a walk yesterday and Casamayor drove by in his car and yelled out that he wants Manny next, and now he's saying that Manny is scared to fight him. Joel came into the gym one day and shook Manny's hand, and then he talks shit when Manny's not in front of him. I would let Manny fight him, that guy is washed up, I don't believe he can hurt Manny. He was a good boxer in his day, but he's washed up.

BT – Who at 135lbs makes the most sense for Manny?

FR – It would have to be a title fight, you got David Diaz, Casamayor and so forth. I guess whoever brings the most money to the table. Manny said that he would like to win the title at 135lbs and then go back down to 130lbs. We'll talk to Bob Arum, and Oscar De La Hoya in the future, and we'll figure it out then.

BT – Is Manny pleased with his performance against Barrera?

FR – Yes he feels good about it, he knew it would be that kind of boxing match. I told him later in the fight to turn up the heat some and try to end it by knockout. By that time he was playing with Barrera and being too friendly with him. Barrera being the veteran that he is baited Manny in and whacked him late with a good sucker punch (laughs). Manny learned a little bit in that moment (laughs).

BT – Did you get a chance to talk to Barrera after the fight?

FR – Yea we talked after the fight and he said that he was sorry for saying those words about me, and I said sorry for what I said about him. It's just part of getting ready for the fight, we both shook hands.

BT – Did not having Justin Fortune involved in camp have any effect on Manny's preparation?

FR – Manny was in great shape for the fight, he was strong, he wasn't tired at all during the fight. We won't be speaking about “that person” anymore, he's gone.

BT – Do you have any closing thoughts for the fans?

FR – Thank you for the support, thanks for supporting Manny Pacquiao!


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PACQUIAO GETS A UNANIMOUS DECISION IN A SNOOZE FEST

Manny Pacquiao scored a unanimous decision over Marco Antonio Barrera, sending Barrera into retirement. The fight wasn't exactly exciting, but Pacquiao did what he had to do, and got the clear cut victory. Up next for Pacquiao is more than likely a rematch with Juan Manuel Marquez.

PACQUIAO VS BARRERA 2 THE REMATCH - TONIGHT!

The war is before us - Pacquiao vs Barrera 2 the rematch is here. I will give updates for Paclanders as soon as I can.

Brad C

GLEN JOHNSON SIGNED TO FIGHT REGGIE JOHNSON

Former light heavyweight champion, Glen Johnson has informed me that he just signed a contract to fight former 2 time world champion, Reggie Johnson. This fight is scheduled to take place on November, 17th 2007 in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Brad C

Miguel Espino's Stock ON THE RISE!

CHECK OUT MY EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH RISING MIDDLEWEIGHT CONTENDER, MIGUEL ESPINO!
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MANFREDO JR VS JEFF LACY IN THE WORKS?

I had a little bird sing in my ear that a fight between former IBF Super Middleweight Champion, Jeff Lacy and Peter Manfredo Jr is in the works. According to my source, HBO has agreed to the match, and it's just a matter of a date and venue. STAY TUNED RIGHT HERE TO GET THE SCOOPS!

Brad Cooney

TIM SYLVIA MAKES HIS RETURN AT UFC 77

Former two time UFC World Champion, Tim Sylvia will make his return to the world stage at UFC 77. Sylvia looks to get back into the world title hunt, and a defeat against scheduled opponent, Brandon Vera would do just that. This fight is scheduled for October 20th, 2007.


Brad Cooney with former 2 time world champion, Tim Sylvia

IN MEMORY OF DIEGO "CHICO" CORRALES

I just want to remind everyone that Diego's wife Michelle, and Diego's mother Olga still are dealing with the tragic loss of Diego Corrales. Please remember to keep the Corrales family in your prayers.

Brad Cooney

COMING SOON INTERVIEW WITH IBF CRUISERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION STEVE "USS" CUNNINGHAM

I just interviewed current IBF cruiserweight world champion, Steve "USS" Cunningham. The interview will be posted at www.boxingtalk.com tomorrow!

GLEN JOHNSON VS ANTHONY HANSHAW POSSIBILITY FADES

As of right now, Glen Johnson still has not received a contract from promoter Murad Muhhamad, and Warriors boxing has given until 5 pm Wednesday to hear something. On the undercard was supposed to have been Golden Johnson vs Oscar Diaz, but since the main event is in doubt this fight happening doesn't seem realistic either. Bradcooney.com has also confirmed once again that Golden Johnson never signed a contract to fight Antonio Margarito, and that fight happening seems to have faded as well.

Brad Cooney