Granite Chin Promotions is joining forces once more with the Fire For Effect Foundation. They’re rolling out the red carpet for a night of professional boxing dubbed “Fight Night at The Vets Club,” scheduled for February 24th at the Bridgewater Veterans Club in Massachusetts. It’s not just about fists flying; it’s also a tip of the hat to our veterans and first responders.
Fire For Effect Foundation, stationed in Bridgewater, has a noble mission. They’re all about saluting and empowering veterans, first responders, and their families. They dish out the essential resources and support, knitting together a community that stands tougher than a heavyweight champ. Dive into www.ffefinc.org for a deeper look.
Chris Traietti, the head honcho at GCP, can’t help but beam about teaming up with Fire For Effect. “We were already hosting these rip-roaring events at the Vets Club, and now, we’re also tossing a lifeline to the local vets,” he says. According to him, February 24th is shaping up to be a night that’ll knock the socks off the previous events.
In the ring, Kevin “Big Gulp” Nagle from Scituate, MA, a heavyweight with a record as clean as a whistle (6-0, 6 KOs), is stepping up to the spotlight. He’s not just headlining the card; he’s also gearing up for his first six-rounder against Alfredo “Concho” Trevino, a Mexican boxer who’s no stranger to the ring (9-10-1, 1 KO).
Nagle, humbly tipping his hat to Chris Traietti, admits, “Chris has catapulted my career beyond my wildest dreams.” He mentions Steve Vukosa as the brains behind his training and strategy, calling their bond a solid friendship built on trust.
For Nagle, each fight is like a high school reunion, minus the awkward small talk. “I’m not Mr. Social Butterfly, but it’s heartwarming to see folks from my past turn up to watch me duke it out,” he says.
James “Pitbull” Perkins from Lynn, MA (13-1-1, 9 KOs), a super middleweight, is also strapping on his gloves for the co-featured event. Perkins is itching to get back in the ring and dazzle the crowd, one punch at a time. His mantra for 2024? Keep getting better and take on worthy rivals.
The undercard is packed with local sluggers, each with a tale to tell. Anthony “The Gentle Savage” Andreozzi, a former Massachusetts Middleweight Champion, is making a comeback after a leg injury that sounds like it’s straight out of a horror movie. Joe Bush, a 2023 New England Golden Gloves Silver Medalist, is all revved up to fight close to home. And Ryan Clark is ready to bring the heat in the middleweight division.
Tickets for this brawl bonanza are up for grabs, ranging from $45 for the stand-up crowd to $400 for a ringside table of four. Grab yours at www.Granite-Chin-Promotions.ticketleap.com. The doors swing open at 6:30 p.m., with the first fight kicking off at 7 p.m. Bridgewater TV will be there to capture every jab and uppercut, so don’t miss it!
OFFICIAL WEIGHTS
MAIN EVENT — HEAVYWEIGHTS (6)
Kevin “BIg Gulp” Nagle (6-0, 6 KOs), Scituate, MA 287.5 lbs.
Alfred “ConcHo” Trevino (9-10-1, 1 KO), Aqua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico 229 lbs.
LIGHT HEAVYEIGHTS (4)
Anthony “The Gentle Savage” Andreozzi (4-3, 1 KO), Swansea, MA 177.5 lbs.
Igor Pessoa (0-7), Woburn, MA by way of Brazil 170.5 lbs.
SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHTS (4)
Greg “Iron” Bono (2-1, 2 KOs), Medford, MA 164 lbs.
Bruno Dias (1-13, 0 KOs), Woburn, MA by way of Brazil 166 lbs
MIDDLEWEIGHTS (4)
Ryan Clark (3-5, 2 KOs), Berwick, NH 158 lbs.
Jay Gregory (0-9-1), Auburn, NY 159 lbs.
Ricky Ford (4-1-2, 2 KOs), Claremont, NH 158 lbs.
Erick Alves (0-1), Malden, MA 159 lbs.
WELTERWEIGHTS (4)
Joe Bush (1-0, 1 KO), Marshfield, MA 147.5 lbs.
Rakim Johnson (7-22-1, 5 KOs), Indianapolis, IN 151.5 lbs.