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TOPES POUND CUBS I FINAL HOME GAME OF YEAR
The Albuquerque Isotopes (70-69) avoided their first sweep of the 2010 season by pounding the Iowa Cubs (80-60) 13-3 Thursday night at Isotopes Park, treating the fans present for the final regular season game at The Lab to a crucial ‘Topes triumph. With four games to play, Albuquerque is now just two games behind Oklahoma City in the PCL’s American Southern Division.
The win capped another successful home schedule for the Isotopes, who drew 13,002 fans to Thursday night’s contest, giving Albuquerque a total attendance for the season of 571,100 and an average of 8,159, third highest in the Pacific Coast League.
Albuquerque will now hit the road for four games in Round Rock to end the 2010 regular season. Right-hander John Ely (5-3, 5.93) will take the mound for the ‘Topes against Express righty Shane Loux (5-12, 5.73) in a 6:05 PM MT start from Dell Diamond. Check out www.albuquerquebaseball.com for the all the up-to-the-minute playoff news as the ‘Topes make a run at back-to-back PCL American Southern Division titles.

SECONDSOUT TEAM FANTASY SUPERFIGHT PRYOR VS TZSYU

Aaron Pryor vs. Kostya Tszyu

It is boxing world champion great versus world champion great, one a punching machine in perpetual motion, the other with a right hand containing irresistible knockout power, but that hasn’t stopped SecondsOut’s team of fearless writers from making their confident picks for a super lightweight super fight between Aaron Pryor and Kostya Tszyu over twelve rounds at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, USA.

“Kostya Tszyu had issues with a fighter who throws slot of punches in Ricky Hatton, although Tszyu was past prime that style frustrated him. Pryor was a whirlwind and that style would give Tszyu a hard time. Tszyu hit like a mule and we know Pryor would be open to early knockdowns but would get up a go after his prey. If Tszyu were to hurt Pryor and follow up he’d have a chance to stop him. I believe Pryor would weather the storm and keep pressure on Tszyu finally halting him in the 10th.
It’s Hawk Time. Pryor W.TKO.10.”
- Andy Rivera - New Mexico, USA

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THUNDERBIRDS TO HOLD OPEN TRYOUTS
The New Mexico Thunderbirds will offer athletes the opportunity to showcase their basketball talents in front of team representatives at this season’s open tryouts, which will take place on October 23 and 24 at Cleveland High School in Rio Rancho.

Participants will be competing for the chance to earn a roster spot on the Team. All interested players must fill out a registration form at www.nmtbirds.com and mail it in to the team front-office along with the registration fee. Athletes must participate on both days in order to be considered. The registration fee is $150.

“We are looking forward to holding our first open tryouts in Rio Rancho,” said head coach Darvin Ham. “This a great way for us to get an up close look at potential undiscovered talent.

"The New Mexico Thunderbirds have discovered several great players through open tryouts and I’m confident that this year will be the same."
During the tryout, athletes will participate in various shooting drills, full-court scrimmages, and fitness assessment drills. Players who stand out at tryouts will have the chance to be drafted by the Thunderbirds and earn a spot on the Team’s training camp roster. The Team will be able to invite 14-17 players to training camp. The best of the best will be offered an NBA D-League contract.

The Thunderbirds’ first home game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on November 26th, 2010 against the Utah Flash. Fans can purchase season ticket packages, flex pack ticket vouchers and individual game tickets for all Thunderbirds games by calling (505) 265-3865 or logging onto www.nmtbirds.com.

RABBIT PUNCH
Hernandez turns tail and comes to fight, outclasses Cisneros; Boxing returns to Santa Ana

After denying New Mexico boxing fans an opportunity to see two of the better female boxers in the world get it on by dashing out of Isleta Casino, now Hard Rock, last December, Melissa "Huracan" Hernandez decided to stick around and fight this time around.

And fight, she did, against the taller hometown favorite Victoria "Reyna de Guerra" Cisneros.

CISNEROS PULLING RABBITS OUT OF HATS

Story and photos by Chris Cozzone
NewMexicoBoxing

Victoria “La Reyna de Guerra” Cisneros has not had an easy career.

With a less-than-impressive record of 5-9-2, 1 KO, Cisneros has fought almost all of her fights on the road. She went winless for more than five years and, in her most important fight, against Holly Holm last December, was given approximately 20 minutes to prepare.

She lost, of course, going the distance, but that was the fight that has defined Cisneros, making her the second most popular female fighter in her home state of New Mexico . . . Click here for more

TOPES COME UP SHORT
Despite a valiant rally, the Albuquerque Isotopes (58-59) were unable to get over the hump, falling to the Fresno Grizzlies (66-53) 7-6 in the series finale Wednesday night at Isotopes Park. With the loss, the ‘Topes drop below .500 for the first time since June 27 and lose three of four games in their series with the Grizz.
Albuquerque will get a much-needed day off to regroup before heading to Portland for a four-game series against the Beavers beginning Friday. Right-hander John Ely (4-2, 6.63) will get the ball for the ‘Topes in the first game against Portland righty Radhames Liz (7-7, 4.79). First pitch from PGE Park is slated for 8:05 PM MT.
The Isotopes hit the road for eight games in the Pacific Northwest against Portland and Tacoma before returning home on August 21 for a marathon homestand that includes 14 games in 13 days. Tickets for any Isotopes game may be purchased at the Isotopes Park Box Office, at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, or on-line at

MEAN 1 MMA/FITNESS GROWING FAST
MMA is hear to stay, especially in the World Capital for training, Albuquerque, NM MMA star Keith Jardine, trainers Chris Latrell and Mke Winkejohn teamed up to open a new Gym in the Northeast Heights Mean1 MMA/ Fitness, they have been open for less then 3 months and have close ot 100 members.

The gym is more for the fitness and conditioning as well as for people to get a taste in the MMA world.

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TOPES GET BIG PERFORMANCE FROM ETHERTON
With an over-worked bullpen in dire need of some rest, Seth Etherton delivered eight dominant frames to lead the Albuquerque Isotopes (58-56) to an 8-2 win over the Fresno Grizzlies (63-52) in game one of a four-game series Sunday night at Isotopes Park.
Etherton (4-4) masterfully pitched eight innings, giving up four hits while allowing one run and fanning nine Grizzlies to earn his fourth win of the season. The right-hander held Fresno hitless through the first four innings and for the second straight home start, did not walk a single batter.

Albuquerque and Fresno will battle again on Monday with right-hander Claudio Vargas (2-4, 5.86) taking the hill for the ‘Topes against Grizzlies righty Kevin Pucetas (3-6, 6.13) in a 7:05 PM start from The Lab.
The Isotopes continue their action-packed homestand with three more games against the Fresno Grizzlies, Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. Monday will feature a Frito’s chili cookoff before the game and on Wednesday, the fun wraps up with a T-Shirt giveaway courtesy of Coca-Cola. Tickets for any Isotopes game may be purchased at the Isotopes Park Box Office, at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, or on-line at www.albuquerquebaseball.com or www.ticketmaster.com.

SHORT NIGHTS WORK
By Andy Rivera
Photo's By Tom Hernandez

It was a quick fight , but not not the ending Holly Holm wanted. as she got credit for a 1st round tko over Jamie Clampitt Friday night at The Hard Rock Casino & Resort in Albuquerque, NM (USA), in a IBA Jr. welterweight title fight.

After a slow first round with both Holm and Clampitt feeling each other out; Holm able to land a few straight left hands to the head of Clampitt; Clampitt much shorter then Holm tried to land lead rights but came up short. As the round neared, Holm came in with her right leg, at the same time Clampitt bent over, the two clashed with Clampitt collapsing to the canvas and dislocating her right shoulder in the process.

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TOPES WIN IN 9TH
In dramatic fashion, Michael Restovich hit a two-out single with the bases loaded in the bottom of the eighth to score Russ Mitchell and Jay Gibbons and propel the Albuquerque Isotopes (56-54) a thrilling 6-5 victory over the Sacramento River Cats (60-52) at Isotopes Park on Wednesday night.
Albuquerque looks for two wins in a row against the Cats on Thursday behind left-hander Alberto Bastardo (5-2, 4.86), who will take on Sacramento righty Tyson Ross (1-1, 2.21) in a 7:05 PM start from The Lab.
On Thursday, the ‘Topes’ continue an action packed homestand that includes fireworks, mousepad giveaway, and Breast Cancer Awareness Night. Tickets for any Isotopes game may be purchased at the Isotopes Park Box Office, at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, or on-line at www.albuquerquebaseball.com or www.ticketmaster.com.

ARRELLIN CONCENTRATES ON CERVANTES BEFORE SETTLING SCORES
By Andy Rivera
Photo By Tom Hernandez

When Randy Arrellin turned professional in January of 2009, it seemed like everything was going a thousand miles a minute. The day was different, he just felt different once he stepped in the ring; not all there as he says.

"I felt good after the weigh ins but once it got closer to the fight I just froze." say Arrellin in reference to his 1st round tko loss to Raymond Montes. "It was different compared to the amateurs but I think I learned from it and have improved each time out."

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HOLM STILL HAS FIRE INSIDE
By Andy Rivera
Photo By Tom Hernandez

When asked what keeps her driven? Women's Pound for Pound fighter Holly Holm, simply says she doesn't want to lose again before she hangs up the gloves.

"I want to remain unbeaten from here on out." says Holm, as she prepares for this Friday's IBA Jr. Welterweight title fight with Jamie Clampitt at the Hard Rock Casino & Resort (Albuquerque).
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TOPES GET PAST ZEPHERS
Photo By Tom Hernandez
The Albuquerque Isotopes (54-51) survived a ninth-inning scare but managed to hold on to a 6-5 series-opening win over the New Orleans Zephyrs (52-55) Saturday night at Zephyr Field in the Big Easy. The ‘Topes’ win, combined with an Oklahoma City loss helps Albuquerque draw within just 2.5 games of the RedHawks in the PCL’s American Southern Division.
Albuquerque will play a pair of games on Sunday to make-up a game that was postponed on April 23. In game one, right-hander Tim Corcoran (5-6, 6.01) will get the ball for the Isotopes against Z’s lefty Sean West (4-3, 3.12) while newly acquired lefty Bobby Livingston (0-0, No ERA) will start the night-cap against a New Orleans starter that is still to be determined.
After five games in four days in New Orleans, the ‘Topes are right back home on Wednesday, August 4 for a big eight-game homestand against the Sacramento River Cats and Fresno Grizzlies that includes fireworks, and Breast Cancer Awareness Night. Tickets for any Isotopes game may be purchased at the Isotopes Park Box Office, at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, or on-line at www.albuquerquebaseball.com or www.ticketmaster.com.

THUNDERBIRDS TO HOST SELECT A SET
NBA Minor League basketball is right here in Rio Rancho! Join the New Mexico Thunderbirds this Friday Night at the Santa Ana Star Center for Select-A-Seat Night from 4:30-7PM. Come on out and tour the Arena,” test cheer” from your favorite seats and buy your tickets to the hottest team in town. Enjoy $1 hot dogs, free popcorn and $1 unlimited drinks. You can take pictures with Trey the Mascot and the Storm Chaser dancers and shoot some hoops on the T-Birds new home court. Enter to win great prizes too! Call 265-3865 for more information NEW THUNDERBIRDS COACH HAMM

FANTASY FIGHT DURAN VS PACQUIAO
One is a Hall of Fame great who was one of the greatest lightweights of all time, the second is a future Hall of Famer and the brightest boxing star today, both winning world titles in multiple weight classes, but that hasn’t stopped SecondsOut’s team of fearless writers from making their confident picks for a twelve round welterweight boxing match between Roberto Duran and Manny Pacquiao at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, USA.

The Roberto Duran who beat Sugar Ray Leonard in 1980 was at his best at welterweight that night. The Manny Pacquiao who beat Oscar De La Hoya was possibly the best he has been at 147. Here there won’t be any catch weights just 147 for both. That plays in el cholo’s favor as he will be strong for Pac-Man. Speed is one of Pacquiao’s strengths in landing his powerful lefts but the best Duran beat a faster fighter in Leonard. Duran the one of the best intimidators in boxing history, to the point he got into Leonard’s head, something Leonard was the master at. Duran also would be able to take Manny’s shots as he had one of boxing best chins, he also was vicious body puncher which as we know Pacquiao early defeats were at the hands of body shots. Duran would withstand Pacquiao’s shots and wear him down with left hooks to the body and right hands, getting into Pacquiao’s mind when Pac-Man isn’t able to hurt him. The Hands of Stone will halt Pacquiao in the 10 round as he will show the true meaning of machismo. Ray Leonard said after their first fight, He almost had me quit boxing after he beat my body to death. That’s how Great Duran was! Duran W.TKO.10.”
- Andy Rivera - New Mexico, USA

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CLAMPITT "HOLM IS BEATABLE"
By Andy Rivera
Photo By J. L Castillo

Jamie Clampitt isn't being cocky when she says Pound for Pound female fighter Holly Holm is Beatable. she just is confident in her skills and game plan when the two meet August 6th at the Hard Rock Casino Albuquerque, Clampitt looks to do what many have tried to do but have failed; beat Holm, Holm hasn't lost since 2004. Clampitt feels she has the tools to win the against the much bigger Holm.

"I know Ill be the smaller fighter come fight night, I'm under the weight limit now, but to beat the best you have to fight the best and in fighting Holly I'm doing that." says Clampitt

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After packing up her bags and leaving the sport of boxing almost six years ago, Stephanie “Golden Girl” Jaramillo has decided to come back – this time as a promoter. On Aug. 14, Jaramillo’s Golden Girl Productions will host “New Horizon,” which will also mark a return to boxing for the Santa Ana Star Casino in Bernalillo, N.M. ”I found out it’s harder to be a promoter than a fighter,” says Jaramillo who will be returning to the venue where she made a pro debut.

NEW MEXICO BOWL TO HOLD CLINIC

On Thursday, July 29, youth football players from Albuquerque and the surrounding areas are invited to attend a free half-day clinic led by coaches and student-athletes from the University of New Mexico and Eastern New Mexico at UNM’s Indoor Practice Facility on the south campus. The clinic is hosted by the New Mexico Bowl in partnership with NCAA Football’s Youth Initiative for the third straight year.

The clinic, one of 22 being held nationwide over the summer, will give participants the opportunity to meet and work with college coaches and student-athletes to complete on-field agility drills and offensive and defensive training. Additionally, Coach Mike Locksley from the New Mexico Lobos will speak to the youth football players about character development and good sportsmanship, and how these skills can be used to succeed off the field and in the classroom.

“This is such a special chance for the youth in our area to take part in a great athletic event,” said Jeff Siembieda, executive director, New Mexico Bowl. “We’re thrilled to join other bowls nationwide in providing young players the unique opportunity to learn from top student-athletes and collegiate coaches.”

Registration will be open to the first 200 youth attendees ages 6 to 14. Those who are interested in attending the clinic or would like additional information can visit www.NewMexicoBowl.com or call the bowl office at (505) 925-5999.

BOXING NEWS
TEAM MIRABAL/RIO BRAVO RODEO CLUB PRESENTS:
"BATTLE OF THE RISING STARS"
USA Boxing Championships & Youth Rodeo
Saturday August 21, 2010

In beautiful Chama New Mexico;
Boxing: Chama Recreation Center 302 Pine Ave, Chama NM
Rodeo: Chama Rodeo Arena
Rodeo Starts at 11:00 am Boxing First Bell 6:00 pm

TICKETS:
Boxing General Admission $10, Children 5 & under (coaches & participating boxers get into the rodeo free)
Rodeo $2 admission fee

INFO:505-702-7514 OR 459-7872

NEW MEXICO FIGHTERS TO FIGHT IN KANSAS

GARDEN CITY, KANSAS PROMOTION
2-Oct-10

8 rds. 160 lb. Jose Gonzales 13-8-1 Garden City, Kansas vs TBA
6 rds. 135 lb. Herbert Acevedo 3-0 Garden City, Kansas vs Marcos Herrera 5-1-1 Denver, Colorado
6 rds. 140 lb. Victoria Cisneros 5-9-2 Albuquerque, N.M. vs TBA
4 rds. 145 lb. Joel Vargas 2-1-1 Topeka, Kansas vs Vincent Mirabal 6-0 Albuquerque, N.M.
4 rds. 147 lb. Josh Torres 4-1-1 Albuquerque, N.M. vs Geoffrey Spruiell 8-9 Pueblo, Colorado
4 rds. 118 lbs. Raymond Montes 3-1 Albuquerque, N.M. vs Adam Ochoa 2-1-1 Amirillo, Tx.
4 rds. 140 lbs. Chris Russel 2-1 Shattuck, Oklahoma vs Yorden Hernandez PRO DEBUT Albuquerque, N.M.
Pro debut 4 rds. 147 lbs. Noel Esquedo PRO DEBUTWitchita, Kansas vs Michael Gallegos 0-6 Albuquerque, N.M. Pro debut 4 rds. 140 lbs. Dameon Brown PRO DEBUT Wichita, Kansas vs Benjamin Vasquez Pro debut Amarillo, Tx.

FANTASY SUPER FIGHT SUGAR RAY LEONARD VS FLOYD MAYWEATHER JR.
Forget about tense negotiations for a superfight in November 2010. SecondsOut is going straight to a battle of epic proportions. It is world champion boxer versus world champion boxer and a legend of the 1980’s up against a superstar of the 2000’s, but that hasn’t stopped SecondsOut’s team of fearless writers from making their confident picks for a twelve round welterweight boxing match between Sugar Ray Leonard and Floyd Mayweather Jr at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, USA.

“This is a true super-fight! The best. Ray Leonard was the Leonard from when he beat Duran to when he defeated Thomas Hearns, that Leonard was fast, powerful and had guts to will him to win. This is a fighter Floyd would not want to face, yes Floyd has looked great recently but he will be facing a fighter who is a natural welterweight not coming down or up in weight. Floyd would finally fight someone with speed just as fast or faster, I don’t think he could handle Leonard’s hand or foot speed, he wouldn’t be able to use his counter attack here and have to fight, that’s where Leonard’s skills will take over and win a unanimous decision. Leonard W.12.”
- Andy Rivera - New Mexico, USA

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HOLM TO FIGHT CLAMPITT AUGUST 6TH
"NORTHERN INVASION"
By Carlos Gonzales
Photo Courtesy of J.L. Castillo

Fresquez Productions announced the August 1st Title bout between Albuquerque's Holm (24-1-3, 7 KOs), who will defend her IBA jr. welterweight belt against Canadian Jaime “The Hurricane” Clampitt (21-4-1, 7 KOs).
Clampitt is returning to the ring after taking 16 months off to have a child and doesn't think the layoff will hurt her. "I've had time to rest ,expand my family so now I have more motivation to win for my children and husband."

The fight card to be held at the Hard Rock Albuquerque will have a four fight undercard
In the co-main, Randy “Savage” Arrellin (4-3, 3 KOs), of Albuquerque battles Luis Cervantes (7-5-3, 2 KOs), , Carlos “El Gallo” Sanchez (5-1, 2 KOs), of Albuquerque, takes on John Grimaldo (4-0, 3 KOs); Albuquerque featherweight Nohime Dennison (3-1) vs. TBA; and Los Lunas fighter Joe Salazar takes on Yordan Perez, of Albuquerque

TOPES SPLIT WITH REDBIRDS
Photo By Tom Hernandez
In his fourth start of the season, Alberto Bastardo pushed the Albuquerque Isotopes (39-38) back over the .500 mark with a stellar pitching performance that propelled the ‘Topes to a 6-4 win over the Memphis Redbirds (42-37) Tuesday afternoon at Isotopes Park. The triumph, Albuquerque’s second in a row over the ‘Birds, helps the Isotopes salvage a four-game series split against Memphis.
Over a season-high 7.1 innings, Bastardo (3-0) gave up eight hits and allowed only two unearned runs while walking one and striking out one en route to his third straight win. Not only was the left-hander effective, he was efficient, tossing a total of 83 pitches, 56 of which went for strikes.
After the ‘Topes’ much-deserved day off on Wednesday, they will resume their homestand with three games over Independence Day weekend with the Oklahoma City RedHawks, highlighted by back-to-back fireworks shows on July 2 and July 3. Tickets for any Isotopes game may be purchased at the Isotopes Park Box Office, at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, or on-line at www.albuquerquebaseball.com or www.ticketmaster.com.

The 6-foot-7 guard can play both the shooting guard and small forward positions. The Bucks' John Salmons is heading to free agency and Michael Redd is recovering from his second major knee injury in as many years..
Hobson led the Lobos to in 30-5 record an Top 20 ranking, Hobson skipped his Senior year in hopes to be drafted in the 1st Round where your guaranteed a three year contract, now Hobson will have to make the team with no guarantee.

SECONDSOUT TEAM PREDICTS WARD/GREEN WINNER
The new champion will be looking to put on a starring and winning performance in front of his hometown crowd, while the new tournament entry will be looking to put his name in history with a knockout punch, but that hasn’t stopped SecondsOut’s team of fearless writers from making their confident picks for Saturday’s WBA super middleweight world title boxing match between Andre Ward and Allan Green at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California, televised in the USA on Showtime.

"Ward shocked us with his great performance over Kessler. He showed he is a top rate fighter and dominated in the way Kessler had no answer to Wards attack. I see Green having a shot with him being a hard puncher but can’t see Ward being set enough to get caught. Ward will control the fight with his jab and quick flurries, keeping Green honest, he will continue his march in the Super Six with a unanimous decision win. Ward W.12.”
- Andy Rivera - New Mexico, USA

AVILA LOOKS FORWARD TO FITNESS
CHALLENGES
Photo's by Tom Hernandez

About a year and a half ago Michelle Avila was working at the Uptown Mal as a manger at BeBe, a flier dropped of at the store by Promoter of Fitness New Mexico Cristin Kibruz changed Avila's life.

"I had been working out since being in the retail business you can get lazy and put on weight pretty easy if not active. Say's Avila " I had put on 15 pounds and had been going to the gym then Cristin came by to promote the Fitness NM Contest, so I took the flier to my trainer and we decided to do it."

She placed 4th in 2009 Fitness New Mexico Ms. Bikini and top 10 in Top NM Model, she went to Nationals where she placed top 5 in the Ms Bikini.

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ETHERTON EXCELLENT IN WIN
Starting pitcher Seth Etherton turned in a fourth straight quality start to help lead the Albuquerque Isotopes (32-28) to an 8-3 win over the Oklahoma City RedHawks (33-28) Saturday night at Bricktown Ballpark. With the win, Albuquerque’s second in a row in Okie City, the ‘Topes have climbed within just a half game of the division-leading RedHawks.
Etherton (2-0) cruised through six strong innings of work, allowing just two runs on four hits while walking two and striking out seven to claim his second win of the season. The right-hander tossed a season-high 107 pitches on the night, 71 for strikes.
The Isotopes will look for a third straight victory and a series win on Sunday with the help of right-hander Vicente Padilla (0-0 No ERA), who will be making a Major League rehabilitation assignment for the ‘Topes against Oklahoma City righty Tanner Scheppers (1-0, 1.89). First pitch is 3:05 PM MT.

CONDIT WINS IN THE NICK OF TIME
After receiving a tongue lashing from Trainer Greg Jackson Albuquerque, New Mexico's Carlos Condit won a stunning comeback victory over Rory MacDonald Saturday at UFC 115, getting beaten through the first and second rounds only to brutalize MacDonald in the third and win by technical knockout with just seven seconds left in the fight.

All accounts had McDonald winning the first two rounds over Condit, but Condit was able to press the action and pull off the last second win., raising his record to 24-5 , while McDonald falls for the first time at 10-1

SECONDSOUT TEAM PREDICTIONS FOR COTTO/FOREMAN
The world champion is moving up to a new level of class while the former world champion challenger is moving up in weight, but that hasn’t stopped SecondsOut’s team of fearless writers from making their confident picks for Saturday’s WBA junior middleweight world title match between belt holder Yuri Foreman and Miguel Cotto outdoors at Yankee Stadium in New York, televised in the USA on HBO.

“This fight can go a few ways, with Foreman being a good boxer and using his height and reach to keep Cotto at distance, he could score a points win, but with Emmanuel Stewart working the corner of Cotto now he could devise a plan to get inside and rough up Foreman. I believe the latter with Cotto wearing down Foreman and winning his third title in three divisions. There is a reason Foreman was chosen to fight Cotto, not having much power is mainly the reason for Foreman being Cotto’s comeback fight especially after his war with Pacquiao. Cotto will win in front of a huge crowd at Yankee Stadium and get back on track. Cotto W.TKO.10.”
- Andy Rivera - New Mexico, USA

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JUNE CARD MOVED TO JULY AT SANTA ANA
Team Marquez today announced that the June 25th Showtime/ShoBox boxing event has been moved to July 16th due to a Showtime network programming conflict. Venue to be determined.

An attractive main event with a well-known banger, Fernando Guerrero. Albuquerque’s jr. lightweight Archie Ray Marquez (9-0, 1-NC, 7 KOs) is also on the fight card.
Manager, Jacob Maes stated, “Please be patient as the network finalizes their programming and as we finalize the venue. Great fight card with details to follow. Thank you for all your support.”

LOBOS MAKE NCAA BASEBALL TOURNAMENT
The drought is over! For the first time since 1962, the University of New Mexico baseball team is going to the NCAA Tournament. The Lobos (37-20) are the No. 3 seed in the Cal State Fullerton Regional, being held June 4-7. UNM will face No. 2 seed Stanford on Friday, June 4. Game time at Goodwin Field is set for 5 p.m. (MT).
Up Next: vs. Stanford, Fullerton Regional
When: 5 p.m. (MT) Friday, June 4
Where: Goodwin Field, Fullerton, Calif.
Follow Along: 101.7 FM The TEAM, GameTracker, ESPNU

TAPIA/ARCHULETA III A NO GO
Another reason not to take Johnny Tapia Serious, The June 12 Johnny Tapia vs. Frankie Archuleta III card at the Ohkay Casino near Espanola, N.M. has been cancelled. According to matchmaker Robert Padilla, it is less of a cancellation and more of a postponement, and that the new date - sometime in July – will involve some sort of title.

TOPES OUTSLUG RENO IN 11
After squandering a seven-run lead, the Albuquerque Isotopes (22-20) managed a walk-off, extra innings win Monday night at Isotopes Park, scoring on a bases loaded fielding error by the Reno Aces (21-24) to take the series-opener 9-8 in 11 innings.
Albuquerque will take on the Aces again on Tuesday with right-hander Tim Corcoran (3-3, 4.72) taking the mound for the Isotopes against Reno righty Matt Torra (2-2, 3.42) in a 6:35 PM start at Isotopes Park.
The Isotopes continue their action-packed eight-game homestand Tuesday with another meeting against the Aces. Also on tap as the homestand continues is a T-shirt giveaway on Thursday courtesy of Coca-Cola. Tickets for any Isotopes game may be purchased at the Isotopes Park Box Office, at Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000, or on-line at www.albuquerquebaseball.com or www.ticketmaster.com.

FITNESS NEW MEXICO WINNERS & GALLERY
In front of an estimated crowd of 1555-1700 fans, competitors from ages 18 -60 strutted their stuff in the 2nd annual Fitness New Mexico at the new Hard Rock Casino & Resort.
It was defiantly something we had never covered in our time involved in sports, but I can honestly say I have a lot more respect for the hard work and dedication that the competitors put into the event.

One contestant was 43 years old and is a mother of 7, but you would have never believed it by her shape. Another fitness contest was 60 years young and dazzled the crowd with her fitness performance.

The training, dieting and elegance was something that you have to see first hand, if you weren't there you missed a great event and its a must see in the future.

We will have full contest results later but enjoy the Photos taken by Tom Hernandez at he the event.

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FITNESS NEW MEXICO TO SHOWCASE STATES ELITE

When covering the past boxing events at Hard Rock Casino & Resort (formerly Isleta Casino) there has been a new presence entertainment department, mainly the new Ring girls, when doing more research we came to learn that thr gorgeous women were also fitness model/competitors as well as personal trainers and family orientated.

The group directed by Cristin Kiburz was also promoting this weekends Fitness New Mexico Contest at the Hard Rock Ballroom, in its second year the event is also bang promoted by Kiburz and her husband John,

Last years event had over 65 committers and over 1000 in attendance, this year 150 competitors and attendance is to be closer to 2000, in what should bring NM best fit men and women

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BRACKHUS SHUTS OUT CISNEROS
Just in from Denmark, Albuquerque welterweight Victoria Cisneros has been beaten by Cecilia Brackhus by unanimous decision. Brackhus captured a shut out win over Cisneros by winning 100-90 on all three judges score cards. In beating Cisneros, Brackhus wins the WBO titles along with her WBA and WBC crowns.

CISNEROS TO FIGHT FOR THREE BELTS
By Andy Rivera
Photo By Tom Hernandez

You might say Victoria Cisneros has been in the right place at the right time recently. This past December Cisneros was attending the wworld title fight between Champion Holly Holm and Melissa Hernandez, but Hernandez pulled out of the fight prior to the fight happening, leaving promoter Lenny Fresquez scrambling to find an opponent, lucky for him Cisneros was there and in shape having been in training for a fight that fell through.

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ARCHIE RAY MARQUEZ WIFE SPEAKS ON ABUSE
Jamie Marquez, wife of Archir Ray Marquez spoke with NewMeixcoSportsNews.com this evening in reference to her husband recent arrest and history of abuse. Marquez was arrested this past Thursday for aggravated battery against a household member and Interference with communications.
Jamie Marquez has stated the violence has been going on for years and that she wants people to know how the real Archie is. "Archie was arrested to on February 1st after his fight at Tingley, there was video of it from when it occurred in the elevator, but it has since disappeared." says Jamie.

"He wears t-shirts that are against domestic violence but he is the one who does it and that needs to be said. I'm in the stages of getting a divorce and suing Sandia for "losing" the video and whoever else who is involved in its disappearance."

Jamie does say Marquez is a good father but when it comes to women he has not respect. "He was always saying he had to go see his sponsors and would come how late, only to find out he was talking and texting other women, I hope he gets help because its not right for what he does and his people hide it from the public and media."

Thursday we received a press release from Marquez manager Jacob Maes stating that it was an injury sustained during training for Marquez proposed bout May 14th, but since this has surfaced no response has been issued.

HEYMAN SAYS HE BROKE HAND IN LOSS
ALDERETE REPLIES
According to reports Max Heyman is stating he broke his left hand at the end of the first round in his loss to Mike Alderete Friday night at Isleta Casino & Resort.

Mike Alderete has responded to the claim by Heyman, "If he did break his hand he never once said anything to the Rick Write of the Journal, nor the internet sites, I just think its another excuse to him losing." says Alderete

"He said before the fight I had no skill and he keeps saying I'm not that good, then he said after the fight he hit a wall and got tired, if I would have lost I wouldn't be making excuses like he is. It boils down to that I had a bigger heart and he and his camp underestimated me period. If I'm not that good what does that say about him?"

When asked if he would rematch with Heyman, Alderete replied, sure but on my terms.
"I'll fight him at 175 this time, but I'm sure he will make another excuse like he does all the time he can never say he lost, he cried when Lee Montoya beat him and now another "low life cholo" beat him. They tried to turn this into a racial thing but for me being a low life according to them, I know how to lose and win with class, that's obviously something he doesn't have."

ALDERETE OUT HUSTLES HEYMAN
Photo by Tom Hernandez
Tonight at Isleta Casino & Resort, "Mad" Mike Alderete defeated local rival Max Heyman with a split decision. Alderete survived a 1st round knock down to take the fight from Heyman with relentless pressure and a lot of clowning around by Heymna in the earlly rounds. Alderete, looked to surprise Heyman by not running out of gas as Heyman's corner looked to be part of their plan. The decision was split at 77-74 and 76-75 for Alderete, while the third judge scored it for Heyman at 76-75. Alderete is now 7-4-2, while Heyman falls to 23-11-4.

Josh Gomez (2-0, 1 KO) made short work of Derrick Lopez (0-4) in just :39 seconds; putting Lopez down twice.
Randy “Savage” Arrellin (4-3, 3 KOs) looked the best we've seen with an impressive stoppage of Willie Villanueva (9-2, 2 KOs), putting Villenueva down three times before finally putting the finishing touches in round 4.;

Jose “The Goose” Ramirez (11-10, 6 KOs), returned to the ring after a hiatus putting Lucas “The Ghost” Galle down in round one to capture a four round decision, scores of 39-36 twice and 38-37; in a light heavyweight bout.
In the opening bout of the night Amanda Crepin (2-1-1) looked impressive with her win over Clare De La Torre

On the televised postion of the ESPN card Undefeated Cuban light heavyweight Yordanis Despaigne (6-0, 4 KOs) won every round in dominating former title challenger Richard Hall (29-8, 27 KOs) in a ten-rounder winning on all three cards 100-90

Heavyweight and former Michigan St Linbacker Seth Mitchell (17-0-1, 11 KOs) made short work over Johnnie White (22-2, 18 KOs) in round one and finished him in round two.

MARQUEZ PULLS OUT OF MAY 14TH FIGHT
ARRESTED MAY 6TH
Yesterday we did receive a release that Jr Lightweight Archie Ray Marquez had pulled out of his May14th bout, we had received notice that Marquez had injured himself during sparring and had some personal issues to deal with as well for reason for pulling out of the bout.
Turns out that Marquez's personal issues are being arrested Thursday night on two different charges. Police arrest records show, aggravated battery against a household member and Interference with communications. hase Wright (2-0, 3.07) in a 7:05 PM start from Isotopes Park.

HANN AND MEEK GET BIG BOUTS
Blog By Louie Burke
It’s official, El Paso’s Abie Han will be fighting in Dallas, Tx on May 6 against Jose Gonzalez. Gonzalez is a tough cookie that went toe to toe with Joaquin Zamora in a see-saw battle that saw Zamora, get up off the deck to win a tough decision over Gonzalez. Gonzalez also has two amateur wins over Abie, stopping Abie both times.

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CONTEST WINNER JEANNETTE MARES
The winner of this weeks contest is Jeannte Mares/Anthony Contreras, who' an as drawn Friday night. Sugar Shane Mosley and Floyd Mayweather. Has Floyd Mayweather ever fought in Albuquerque? and if so when and who did he beat? ANSWER Mayweather fought Reggie Sanders in Albuquerque, NM on November 30, 1996 at the Tingley Coliseum.
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