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January-26-2010
McGee Returns To The Ring
January 26 (Merrillville, In) – After a year of her greatest joys and sorrows Mary McGee definitely had an unforgettable 2009. Starting last year with two big victories her first in devastating fashion over the game Jessica Mohs in February. McGee then set her sights on Kristy “Rose” Follmar for the WBC International Championship, which was held at the Hammond Civic Center in April of last year. McGee followed her victory over Mohs with ten of the most nonstop action packed rounds of boxing seen in the State of Indiana where McGee was again victorious with a majority decision over Follmar.
Improving to an undefeated record of (17-0) with her win over Kristy Follmar and winning the WBC World Championship McGee found herself on an unstoppable path in the ring headed towards becoming an all time great in the World of Women’s Boxing. But for a young lady who had overcome so many obstacles to finally reach this pinnacle and find stability in an unstable life, greater obstacles lied directly ahead.
January-19-2010
One In A Million Boxing Starts 2010 With A Bang!
January 19 (Merrillville, In) – In an era of boxing where dream matches are beginning to made on the International Level One In A Million Boxing, Inc. is scheduling the most coveted Middleweight Showdowns since top Middleweights Mike “Choir Boy” Landini and Carlos “The Force” Tite squared off nearly 25 years ago and what a better place to hold this historic Middleweight Title Fight then the same place Landini and Tite meet, the Historic Hammond Civic Center.
On February 26th the top middleweights in the region will square off to show who is truly the best. Michael “The Midnight Stalker” Walker will square off against fellow One In A Million Boxing stablemate Derrick “Superman” Findley in a showdown for the ages.
November-10-2009
Honoring Octavius C. James
November 10 (Merrillville, In) – One In A Million Boxing, Inc. and the world lost a great person on July 24 of this year in Octavius James, but at “A Fight To Remember: A Tribute To Octavius James” O.I.A.M.B. has chance to continue the dream that its former C.E.O. had for his company.
“I can’t put into words exactly how much Octavius James impacted my life and the world of boxing,” said current C.E.O. Tyree Ortiz of his relationship with James. “That’s why this night is for him and everyone is on board to make this the most spectacular fight night possible for someone that was truly One In A Million.”
The 36 year-old Gary, Ind. native help build one of the elite boxing promotions in the world through his grit and determination and that hasn’t been lost on his former fighters.
October-28-2009
Hernandez in Heated Rematch and "The Quiet Assassin" Return For "A Fight To Remember"
October 28 (Merrillville, In) – Not many fighters get a second chance to go back and avenge their first loss of their career. For the always electric Angel Hernandez that’s not the case, as the Gary, Ind. welterweight will square off against the rugged veteran Reggie Nash on November 13 at the Radisson Hotel @ Star Plaza at “A Fight To Remember: A Tribute To Octavius James.”
October-23-2009
Galvan and Mobley set to come out of retirement for their former boss and Findley makes long awaited return
October 23 (Merrillville, In) – Some of the biggest and most familiar names from the world of boxing are set to make their highly anticipated returns to an One In A Million Boxing, Inc. fight card which has been dubbed “A Fight To Remember: A Tribute To Octavius James.”
Derrick “Superman” Findley enters the ropes, following his Showtime showdown with Andre Dirrell back in March, against proven and rugged Roberto Florentino. While both Ruben “Modern Day Warrior” Galvan and “Marvelous” Shay Mobley lace the gloves up for their longtime friend and boss Octavius James, the man who managed their professional careers and impacted their personal lives, for the first time since retiring respectively.
October-21-2009
The Ultimate Fight Experience WIN 2 VIP HOT SEATS For "A Fight To Remember"
October 21 (Merrillville, In) – “A Fight To Remember: A Tribute To Octavius James” is shaping up to be one of the most explosive fight cards of the year, but One In A Million Boxing, Inc. will offer five lucky fans the Ultimate Fight Experience! Proudly teaming up with La-Z-Boy and Miller Lite, O.I.A.M.B. will host Nintendo Wii boxing tournaments beginning this Friday, October 23 at Cagne’s in Hobart at 8 p.m.
Fight fans will have an opportunity to face each other in head to head Nintendo Wii boxing competition in a single elimination tournament where the winner of the tournament will win the Ultimate Fight Experience. The winner of each of the five events will be awarded two premium V.I.P. hot seats for themselves and a guest and will get to watch the fight front row in a La-Z-Boy Recliner provided by La-Z-Boy Galleries and join in the champagne toast to former C.E.O. of O.I.A.M and Gary’s own Octavius James. Contestants must be at least 21 years old to participate in these events.
October-20-2009
One In A Million Boxing Returns In Rememberance of Octavius James Nov 13th
October 20 (Merrillville, In) – Former One In A Million Inc. C.E.O. and Gary’s own Octavius James impacted thousands of lives during his life and on Friday, November 13 at the Radisson Hotel @ Star Plaza in Merrillville it will be time to give back with a spectacular fight card dubbed “A Fight To Remember: A Tribute To Octavius James.”
This exceptional night of boxing will feature the returns of Jimmy “The Fighting School Teacher” Holmes (18-1-2, 9 KOs) and Ed “2 Fast 2 Furious” Ochoa (9-0, 8 KOs) as part of the co-main events.
July-14-2009
McGee Recieves "Athlete of the Year" Award
July 14 (Merrillville, In) – While back in his native Gary, IN last week, Octavius James visited Gary’s City Hall to discuss upcoming plans between the city and “Merciless” Mary McGee. “There are big things coming up between the partnership of Mayor Rudy Clay, the City of Gary and One In A Million Inc.; these are definitely some exciting times for all involved,” said James.
Merciless” Mary McGee, who is currently ranked #3 in the world in the lightweight division, has won golden gloves, two world championships and now the Gary native has staked claim to her first Gary Entertainment Music (GEM) Athlete of the Year award.
June-30-2009
"Big" Ty Steps In Late To Gain His 2nd KO
June 30 (Anderson, In) – “Big” Ty Ortiz (2-0, 2 KOs) wasted no time inside the ring against Justin Keyes (0-1, 0 KOs) on Saturday, June 27th. The talented and powerful heavyweight took the fight on short notice, but looked impressive as he knocked out Keyes with a devastating right hand in the 1st round (2:00) of scheduled four round fight.
The pair of heavyweights exchanged some punches in the center of the ring when the bell rang until Ortiz stalked and cornered Keyes and eventually placed a perfect right-hand onto the left temple of Keyes dropping him on his back.
June-15-2009
"Tinley Park Rumble" Delivers Thrills To Chicagoland Fans
June 15 (Merrillville, In) – Welterweight Ed “2 Fast 2 Furious” Ochoa (9-0, 8 KOs) answers the call in his brutal six-round unanimous decision victory (58-55, 58-56, 59-54) over very tough Jesse Davis (11-13, 8 KOs) in the main event after the original and volatile main event of Michael “Midnight Stalker” Walker (19-2-2, 12 KOs) vs. “Iron” Orphius Waite (5-0, 3 KOs) was postponed due to Walker being hospitalized in a Chicago hospital shortly before the “Tinley Park Rumble” Event.
“Obviously I want to wish Michael a quick and speedy recovery, but
thanks to another incredible job by my chief matchmaker John Winfred,
this was an explosive and exciting card that the fans enjoyed,” said
Octavius James, C.E.O. of One In A Million Inc.
June-12-2009
"Tinley Park Rumble" Tonight At Tinley Park Convention Center
June 12 (Merrillville, In) – Fighters for Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc.’s loaded card dubbed the “Tinley Park Rumble” looked incredible as they hit the scales prior to their showdowns tonight at the Holiday Inn/ Tinley Park Convention Center.
Former sparring partners look to settle the score in what is shaping up to be a brutal and bruising 10-round main event when Michael “Midnight Stalker” Walker (19-2-2, 12 KOs) and Iron” Orphius Waite (5-0, 3 KOs) lock horns in tonight Main Event.
June-10-2009
Official Weigh-Ins Set For "Tinley Park Rumble" Open To The Public
June 10 (Merrillville, In) – On Thursday, June 11th in the San Tinley Room at the Holiday Inn/ Tinley Park Convention Center at 6 p.m., Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc. will conduct the official weigh-ins for the “Tinley Park Rumble.”
Bad blood between two of O.I.A.M.’s top fighters and former sparring partners will be settled in a volatile main event when Michael “Midnight Stalker” Walker (19-2-2, 12 KOs) and “Iron” Orphius Waite (5-0, 3 KOs) step into the ring on Friday, June 12th for their 10-round bout.
June-9-2009
"Rumble" Fighters Welcomed At Thunderbolts Baseball Park
June 9 (Merrillville, In) – During Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc.’s recent visit to Standard Bank Stadium, which is home to the two-time defending Frontier League champion Windy City Thunderbolts, the Midwest’s premiere boxing promotion added another top heavyweight for their Friday, June 12th event “Tinley Park Rumble” in the form of the Thunderbolts’ mascot Boomer.
The furry and blue powerhouse will guide the unbeaten and Midlothian’s own Josh Crouch (4-0, 4 KOs) to the ring for his upcoming fight against the ring savvy Josh Rodriguez (4-8, 3 KOs). “(Boomer and I) are both from the same neighborhood and Windy City are back-2-back champions and champions stick together,” said Crouch.
June-4-2009
McGee Will Appear For "Tinley Park Rumble" Friday, June 12th
June 4 (Merrillville, In) – Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc.’s most recent card “Date With Destiny” was “Merciless” Mary McGee’s night to prove all the doubters wrong and at the same time fulfill a lifelong dream of becoming the WBC International Super Lightweight Champion and also successfully defend her NABC Lightweight title.
The undefeated Gary, Indiana native (17-0, 10 KOs) accomplished both as she won a spectacular spine-tingling 10-round Super Fight over the WBF Super Lightweight champion Kristy “Rose” Follmar (16-2, 9 KO’s)
June-2-2009
"Tinley Park Rumble" Fighters To Sign Autographs During Thunderbolts Homestand
June 2 (Merrillville, In) – On Friday, June 5th and Saturday, June 6th, Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc. will join forces with the reigning Frontier League champions in the form of the Windy City Thunderbolts when fighters from the upcoming sensational card dubbed “Tinley Park Rumble” will be on hand at Standard Bank Stadium, 14011 S. Kenton Ave- Crestwood, IL, to sign autographs; gates open at 6 p.m. with the first pitch scheduled for 7 p.m.
“The Thunderbolts have dominated and been the class of the Frontier League these past few years and we are definitely excited about going out to the beautiful Standard Bank Stadium,” said Octavius James, C.E.O. of One In A Million Inc. “This is a great opportunity for boxing fans and baseball fans alike to come meet some of the top fighters the world of boxing has to offer while enjoying a night of professional baseball.”
May-28-2009
Walker vs. Waite Heating Up For "Tinley Park Rumble" Friday, June 12th
May 28 (Merrillville, In) – The glares that Michael “Midnight Stalker” Walker (19-2-2, 12 KOs) and “Iron” Orphius Waite (5-0, 3 KOs) shoot towards each other while training at One In A Million Inc. training facility would knockout any regular man, but these two talented middleweights aren’t your average men nor fighters.
These are two of the top middleweights and there is bitterness amongst one another that has leaked over from their days of sparing, but on Friday, June 12 at the Holiday Inn/Tinley Park Convention Center they will have an opportunity to put all the talking aside in the Main Event on the “Tinley Park Rumble.”
May-21-2009
Ochoa Looks To Stay Undefeated On "Tinley Park Rumble"
May 21 (Merrillville, In) – On Friday, June 12th at the fight card dubbed “Tinley Park Rumble,” welterweight Ed “2 Fast 2 Furious” Ochoa (8-0, 8 KOs) will square off against a rugged ring Jesse Davis (11-12, 8 KOs).
Ochoa vs. Davis is one of the electric fights scheduled for the “Tinley Park Rumble” with Michael “Midnight Stalker” Walker (19-2-2, 12 KOs) vs. “Iron” Orphius Waite (5-0, 3 KOs) as the main event, but it has been Ochoa stealing the shows with his devastating knockouts lately.
May-13-2009
One In A Million Boxing Helps Legendary Gary P.A.L. Reopen
May 13 (Merrillville, In) – The Gary P.A.L. Program was the starting point for some of the world’s greatest fighters including former world champion Angel Manfredy and the current WBC International Super Lightweight and NABC Lightweight Champion “Merciless” Mary McGee.
Both of whom were in attendance along with another 100 fight fans to watch an amateur fight card dubbed “The Comeback.” This event could have never happened if it wasn’t for the hard work of Coach John Taylor and donations from Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc.
May-8-2009
Tickets On Sale Now For "Tinley Park Rumble"
May 8 (Merrillville, In) – The one main event that has the star-power capable of following up the “Merciless” Mary McGee vs. Kristy “Rose” Follmar world championship extravaganza is a feud that goes beyond the ring and was originally scheduled for “Date With Destiny” but rescheduled for the “Tinley Park Rumble” on Friday, June 12th at the Tinley Park Convention Center, 18501 Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park, IL.
Michael “Midnight Stalker” Walker (19-2-2, 12 KOs) vs. “Iron” Orphius Waite (5-0, 3 KOs) is a main event that started inside the Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc.’s training facility, as two of the world’s best middleweights were once sparring partners.
Apr-28-2009
"Date With Destiny" Was Destined To Be An Instant Classic With A Championship Main Event
April 28 (Merrillville, In) – The ground floor of the Hammond Civic Center shook when two of the world’s best woman’s fighters made their entrances and the thousands in attendance for the “Date With Destiny” World Championship Main Event rose to their feet and exploded, but it only got louder when the bell rang and an instant classic was born.
“Merciless” Mary McGee (17-0, 10 KOs) vs. Kristy “Rose” Follmar (16-2, 9 KOs) put the world of boxing on notice with their spine-tingling 10-round Main Event bout for the vacant WBC International Super Lightweight World Championship and McGee’s NABC Lightweight World Championship, as McGee brought her second world title back home to Gary, Indiana with a legendary majority decision with the scorecards reading 95-95, 97-93 and 97-93.
Apr-25-2009
Electricity In The Air As Fighters Weighed-In For Their "Date With Destiny"
April 25 (Merrillville, In) – Just a night before their world championship showdown at the legendary Hammond Civic Center, undefeated NABC Lightweight World Champion “Merciless” Mary McGee (16-0, 10 KOs) and WBF Light Welterweight World Champion Kristy “Rose” Follmar (16-1, 9 KOs) glared into each other’s eyes for the last time at the official weigh-ins @ Langel’s Pizza before their “Date With Destiny.”
McGee, a former Gary Roosevelt High School student, and Follmar, a Hanover Central High School graduate, will square off for the vacant WBC International Super Lightweight World Championship and McGee’s world title in a Main Event that will bring the region to its foundation.
Apr-21-2009
Winner Of "Date With Destiny" Tickets
After numerous attempts and being a longtime fan Dana Kraska finally got her chance to be the One In A Million, Inc. Ticket Winner. "I have been a boxing fan for sometime now and really enjoy all the One In A Million Events, I don't miss any of their shows. I want to thank Octavius James and One In A Million for bringing such a great show to the area and can't wait for the 25th to get here." said an excited Kraska after receiving her tickets.
Apr-20-2009
Fighters Set For Official Weigh-Ins At Langel's Pizza On April 24th At 6pm
April 20 (Merrillville, In) – The official weigh-ins for “Date With Destiny” are set for Friday, April 24th at 6 p.m. @ Langel’s Pizza, 2833 Highway Avenue in Highland, Indiana. There are seven professional bouts scheduled for this breathtaking night of championship boxing, including three special amateur fights.
“This is going to be an electric weigh-in with (Mary) and (Kristy) getting that last look at each other,” said Octavius James, C.E.O. of One In A Million Inc. “Rodney Langel has been nothing but accommodating as he provides such an incredible environment for our weigh-ins and without his help and Miller Lite, this weigh-in wouldn’t be possible.”
Apr-16-2009
Open Workout For Media & Public At One In A Million Inc.'s Training Facility On Saturday April 18th From 11AM - 2PM
April 16 (Merrillville, In) – On Saturday, April 18th, Octavius James’ One In A Million, Inc. will be hosting an open workout that is open to the public for the sensational upcoming “Date With Destiny” card; including the NABC Lightweight champion of the world “Merciless” Mary McGee (16-0, 10 KOs) and WBF Light Welterweight champion of the world Kristy “Rose” Follmar (16-1, 9 KOs).
Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc.’s state-of-the-art facilities are located at 8789 Louisiana St. Suite B, Merrillville, In., and will be open and available to the media and public. “We have an extremely talented, young and hungry stable of fighters here at One In A Million,” said C.E.O. of O.I.A.M. Octavius James.
Apr-14-2009
Octavius James' One In A Million, Inc. Has Partnered With The Food Bank Of Northwest Indiana For A Great Cause April 25th
April 14 (Merrillville, In) – “Date With Destiny” will have its share of world class talent on display at the Hammond Civic Center on Saturday, April 25th, but there will also be non-perishable food containers located at the main entrance as Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc. and the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana have combined forces to knockout hunger in the region.
“We definitely appreciate the support we have received from One In A Million, because to get that support means a lot,” said Chanda Dixon, Food Sourcing/Volunteer Coordinator for the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana. “All proceeds are going towards a worthy cause and people around the area that really depend on our food pantries.”
Apr-7-2009
"Merciless" Mary McGee And Kristy "Rose" Follmar Invade Indianapolis During Press Conference At Rock Steady Boxing Facility On Friday, April 10th
April 7 (Indianapolis, In) – On Friday, April 10th at 2 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, NABC Lightweight Champion of the World “Merciless” Mary McGee (16-0, 10 KOs) and the WBF Light Welterweight Champion of the World Kristy “Rose” Follmar (16-1, 9 KOs) will invade Indianapolis, Indiana when the pair of champions sit down for a press conference at the Rock Steady Boxing Training Facility, 2002 Wellesley Blvd., just weeks before they step into the ring for “Date With Destiny” at the Hammond Civic Center, on Saturday, April 25th.
Mar-31-2009
"Merciless" Mary McGee - Kristy "Rose" Follmar Go Face-To-Face For The First Time At Press Conference At The Schererville Hooters On April 4th
March 31 (Merrillville, In) – Destiny has brought these two world champions together for their April 25th “Date With Destiny” at the Hammond Civic Center, but on April 4th the NABC Lightweight World Champion “Merciless” Mary McGee and WBF Light Welterweight Champion Kristy “Rose” Follmar will go face-to-face for the first time.
This press conference will take place at the Schererville Hooters, 1650 US Hwy 41, at 2 p.m. and is open to all media outlets and to the public.
Mar-27-2009
"Pitbull" Jimmy Perez Jr. and His Sister Reigning Chicago Golden Gloves Champion Tiffany Perez Scheduled To Fight On Same Card For The First Time On April 25th At The Hammond Civic Center
March 27 (Merrillville, In) – During “Date With Destiny” on Saturday, April 25th at the Hammond Civic Center, Jimmy Perez Jr. and Tiffany Perez, who are brother and sister, are scheduled for the first time to fight on the same card. Jimmy Jr. will look to continue his stellar professional career, while Tiffany wants to declare herself as the best female amateur fighter around.
“Date With Destiny” is going to be such a special event for many reasons and having a brother and sister displaying their amazing talents on the same card is going to make it even more special,” said Octavius James, C.E.O. of One In A Million Inc.
Mar-24-2009
"Merciless" McGee Gets Pampering As She Prepares For World Championship Main Event Bout At "Date With Destiny"
March 24 (Merrillville, In) – The City of Hammond hosted the 7th Annual Pampered Woman Show at the Jean Shepherd Center on March 21-22 and Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc. joined forces with the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to help provide food to those less fortunate.
“We definitely appreciate the support we have received from Mr. James & One In A Million, because to get that support means a lot,” said Chanda Dixon, Food Sourcing/Volunteer Coordinator for the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana. “All proceeds are going towards a worthy cause and people around the area that really depend on our food pantries.”
Mar-19-2009
Jakubowski Oversees "Big" Ty Allen Ortiz Making His Highly Anticipated Professional Debut @ Hammond Civic Center - April 25
March 19 (Merrillville, In) – If there was ever someone that was destined to be a professional boxer it would be “Big” Ty Allen Ortiz. Ortiz who has spent his last several years as the General Manager/Site Coordinator for Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc, has boxing flowing through his veins, but the 25 year-old heavyweight has never had a professional or amateur fight until he steps into the ring on Saturday, April 25th, 2009 for “Date With Destiny” at the Hammond Civic Center 5825 Sohl Ave.
Mar-10-2009
Michael "Midnight Stalker" Walker vs. Orphius Waite To Settle The Score At The Hammond Civic Center - April 25th
March 10 (Merrillville, In) – Less than a month ago Michael “Midnight Stalker” Walker (19-1-2, 12 KOs) had a sparring partner Orphius Waite (4-0, 3 KOs), but there was always this buzz in the air at the One In A Million Inc. training facility when this duo would strap on the head gear and spar.
“This card is definitely going to be worth the price of admission,” said One In A Million Inc. CEO Octavius James. On Saturday, April 25th, 2009 at the Hammond Civic Center, there will be no head gear and this definitely won’t be a sparring session between Walker & Waite. “The million dollar question has always been when is Walker and Derrick “Superman” Findley going to fight, but here we have another one of our young warriors that is ready to go to war with Walker. “This fight is sure to be a barnburner”, James said.
Mar-05-2009
McGee vs. Follmar Super Fight Is On For "Date With Destiny" April 25th:
March 5 (Merrillville, In) – It’s been talked about for a long time, but the time has finally arrived for two of the top women fighters in the world to go toe-to-toe for two of the biggest prizes in boxing on Saturday, April 25th, 2009 @ the Hammond Civic Center 5825 Sohl Ave. in Hammond, IN during the Main Event for “Date With Destiny.”
The legendary Hammond Civic Center and its illustrious boxing history will be providing the backdrop for what is lining up to be the Super Fight of the century when NABC World Lightweight champion “Merciless” Mary McGee (16-0, 10 KOs) defends her title against WBF Super Lightweight Champion Kristy “Rose” Follmar (16-1, 9 KOs) with the coveted and vacant WBC International Super Lightweight title also up for grabs.
Feb-27-2009
Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. Welcomes One In A Million Back To Civic Center For "Date With Destiny" April 25th
February 27 (Merrillville, In) – The Hammond Civic Center 5825 Sohl Ave, a 71 year-old 4,000 plus seat arena, has hosted some of the biggest boxing events the world has ever seen, including a notorious 10-round fight between Carlos “The Force” Tite and “Choir Boy” Mike Landini on March 22nd, 1985.
Octavius James’ One In A Million Inc. will look to add to the long lineage of great fights and bring the Age of the Super Fights back when they return to this legendary venue on Saturday, April 25th, 2009 for “Date With Destiny.” The doors open at 6 p.m. with the first bout scheduled for an 8 p.m. bell.
Jan-26-2009
SLUGFEST 2009 - Warms Capacity Crowd
January 26 (Merrillville, In) - The buzz inside the Radisson Hotel @ Star Plaza in Merrillville, In. was nothing short of electric for "SLUGFEST 2009". Octavius James' One In A Million, Inc. stable of fighters put on a show for NW Indiana and Chicagoland fight fans leaving no one disappointed and helping the Gary P.A.L. in the process.
"This was just a sensational start to the New Year," said C.E.O. of O.I.A.M. Octavius James. "Everyone on the card supplied our wonderful crowd with plenty of excitement and we were also able to help out coach Taylor and the Gary P.A.L. at the same time.
Jan-23-2009
SLUGFEST 2009 Tonight - Official Weights
Official Weights For "Slug Fest 2009"
Jimmy Holmes 162 lbs., Tyrone Dowdy 163 lbs.
Mary McGee 133 lbs., Jessica Mohs 131 lbs.
Jan-20-2009
Langel's Pizza To Host "Slugfest 2009" Weigh-Ins
January 20 (Merrillville, In) - On Thursday, January 22nd at 6 p.m. Octavius James' One In A Million, Inc. will have its official weigh ins for the "SLUG FEST 2009" card at Langel's Pizza at 2833 Highway Avenue in Highland, In @ 6 PM.
This will give Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana fight fans an opportunity to meet all the fighters scheduled for this electric card, while the Miller Lite Girls will also be available for pictures and there will be plenty of chances to win some prizes throughout the night.
Jan-16-2009
Our SLUGFEST 2009 Ticket Winner
The lucky winner of the two tickets to "Slug Fest 2009" is Mickey McDaniels of Chicago, IL. Mickey has attended One In A Million Boxing Events for years. "I have been attending these shows since almost when they started in the area, and I have been entering to win tickets to the fight for just as long, so you can imagine my surprise when they called me and told me I won. I had to ask if someone was messing with me."
Jan-14-2009
SLUGFEST 2009 - "Merciless" Mary McGee To Slug It Out With Jessica Mohs In Her Upcoming Fight In The Co-Main Event
January 14 (Merrillville, In) - "SLUGFEST 2009" is set and ready to bring the New Year in with a bang and the powerful hands of Gary's own "Merciless" Mary McGee (15-0, 9 KOs) will help provide the punch as she makes her long awaited return to action against a very talented veteran Jessica Mohs on Friday, January 23rd, 2009 at the Radisson Hotel @ Star Plaza in Merrillville, In.
McGee's last fight was on August 3, 2008, while Mohs last fought on September 11th, 2008, but both feel that this fight is shaping up to be a card-stealer. "If she comes in shape, it's going to be a long night," said McGee of Mohs.
Jan-12-2009
SLUGFEST 2009 - Open Gym To The Public and Media - One In A Million Will Host Open Gym Saturday, January 17th at Noon
January 12 (Merrillville, In) - On Saturday, January 17th, Octavius James' One In A Million, Inc. will be hosting a meet and greet with our stable of young and upcoming fighters. Our state-of-the-art facilities at 8789 Louisiana St. Suite B, Merrillville, In. will be open and available to the media and public.
Come and meet Jimmy "The Fighting School Teacher" Holmes, Ed Ochoa, "The Pitbull" Jimmy Perez Jr., Josh Crouch, Marcus Thompkins, Orphius Waite and the NABC Lightweight World Champion "Merciless" Mary McGee before they all step into the ring for "SLUGFEST 2009" on Friday, January 23rd at the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza in Merrillville, In.
Jan-7-2009
SLUGFEST 2009 - Class Is Back In Session
January 7 (Merrillville,
In) -Jimmy "The Fighting School Teacher" has always been a fan's favorite
and his absence inside the ring has definitely been felt. Maybe it's
his pure love for the sport or maybe it could be the true devotion
he has for his students at Lincoln Elementary in Roselawn, In.
Whatever the case may be, Holmes has crept into the hearts of those
fans that follow Octavius James' One In A Million, Inc. and his nearly
year layoff will come to an abrupt end on Friday, January 23rd at
the Radisson Hotel @ Star Plaza in Merrillville, In.
