Former world boxing champion and proud U.S. Marine Veteran, Jamel “Semper Fi” Herring, is set to make a remarkable return to the ring as the main event of DiBella Entertainment’s Broadway Boxing series, themed “Heroes on the Hudson”. Scheduled for Tuesday, November 7 at Manhattan’s Edison Ballroom, this special night seeks to honor and support the brave veterans of the United States Armed Forces, fittingly just days before Veterans Day.
The event will feature six amateur bouts spotlighting NYPD officers or military veterans, exclusive to those present. Following this, boxing fans can tune into DAZN at 8:00 PM ET to catch the live broadcast of four world-class professional bouts.
Tickets are available at Telecharge.com or can be booked at (800) 447-7400. The pricing details are as follows:
- Tables of 10 (including a sit-down dinner): $10,000
- Ringside seats (with buffet): $250 + ticket fees
- Standing Room Only: $125 + ticket fees All tickets come with an open bar privilege.
The event takes place at the Edison Ballroom, 240 West 47th Street, New York, NY 10036. The doors will open at 5:30 PM ET, and the action commences at 6:00 PM ET.
For those willing to sponsor a memorable night for veterans, the following options are available:
- $500 for four veterans
- $1,250 for 10 veterans
- $2,500 for a group of 20 veterans For sponsorship, call DiBella Entertainment at (212) 947-2577.
Supporting the event are the event’s sponsors, Morgan Stanley and Cavu Securities. A portion of the earnings will be directed to Merging Vets and Players and the West Point Society of New York.
Lou DiBella, President of DiBella Entertainment, expressed his pride in collaborating with Herring and the importance of the event, saying, “Using boxing as a medium, we aim to give back to our heroes and show unwavering support.”
Echoing DiBella’s sentiments, Herring emphasized the significance of Veterans Day and likened it to the importance of Mexican traditional holidays in the boxing world. His desire to represent and support his fellow military veterans is rooted deep within, stemming from his personal experiences, family history in the military, and the tragic events of 9/11.
As Herring steps into the ring on November 7, he dedicates his fight to veterans, and specifically to the memory of his late aunt, Lisa Elliby, fellow Marine Joey Canale, and his first professional trainer, Mike Stafford. He seeks to represent and inspire others with his performance, stating, “There’s a lot that I’m fighting for in this event. That’s why it means a lot to me.”