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Freddie Roach Will Be Honored at Smash Global III on March 24 PhilBoxing.com Wed, 16 Mar 2016  Los Angeles, CA - Two of the world?s top combat sports, mixed-martial arts (MMA) and boxing, are joining forces on March 24th in Los Angeles, CA for Smash Global III, a black-tie charity gala which will honor legendary boxing trainer, Freddie Roach with proceeds benefiting the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson?s Research. Hosted by world champion UFC fighter, Dominic Cruz and 8-time World Champion and 2012 Boxing Hall of Fame inductee, Thomas "The Hitman" Hearns, as well as attendence by some of Hollywood's big names such as film and television star, Frank Grillo (Captain America, The Purge: Anarchy) the gala will include a cocktail reception; formal plated dinner, and will uniquely showcase six professional MMA bouts sanctioned by the California State Athletic Commission, and in-cage access for all attendees. The event, which is limited to 300 seats ? will honor the legendary Los-Angeles-based boxing trainer as well as live auction a customized Harley-Davidson, with proceeds benefiting the foundation. ?Smash Global?s goal from the beginning has been to elevate the sport of MMA, to bring a new level of class and sophistication,? said Smash Global Founder and CEO, Steve Orosco, a former professional mixed martial artist boasting a 7-1 record and a seasoned businessman holding an MBA, an MS, and experience on Wall Street. ?This luxurious environment already exists in boxing, and with Smash Global III, we?re seeking to further bridge that gap and bring the best elements of both together for one night of combat sports excellence.? The night?s honoree, one of the most respected and legendary figures in boxing, Freddie Roach, who has trained some of boxing?s greats including Manny Pacquiao, Miguel Cotto and retired MMA superstar Georges St-Pierre ? among others ? throughout his illustrious career. Roach, owner of Los Angeles? famed Wild Card Gym, maintains an active presence with his fighters, currently training Pacquiao for an April 9 showdown against Timothy Bradley, Jr., in Las Vegas. Many of Roach?s fighters, supporters, and celebrity fans are expected to be at Hollywood?s Taglyan Complex to show their support. Roach also suffers from Parkinson?s Disease, with which he was officially diagnosed after retiring from his career as a professional boxer in 1986. For him, Smash Global III offers the opportunity to support two of the world?s top combat sports, boxing and MMA while also giving back to a cause that is close to him personally through the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson?s Research. ?People shouldn?t compare MMA and Boxing,? Roach said. ?They are two completely different sports, but there is no reason the two communities can?t be one and co-exist. It's an honor to be able to support both Parkinson's research and combat sports through Smash Global III." Joining Smash Global ahead of the event to help bring the two sports together is Executive Vice President Jackie Kallen, who career spans over 38 years of experience as a boxing publicist and manager of fighters such as Thomas ?Hitman? Hearns and James ?Lights Out? Toney. Dubbed the ?First Lady of Boxing? for her influence and scope of work, Kallen was awarded the prestigious Aileen Eaton Award from the World Boxing Hall of Fame. Her life story also inspired the Paramount Pictures film Against the Ropes, starring Meg Ryan. ?It is a pleasure to work with Steve Orosco and Smash Global to produce events that are both entertaining, unique, and philanthropic,? Kallen said. ?The worlds of boxing and MMA are coming together flawlessly, and the fans of both are merging together happily.? The event will also live auction a one-of-a-kind Harley-Davidson customized by Biggs Harley-Davidson? San Marcos, painted by Ricki Hickenbottom of Escondido?s 2lefthands kustompaint. The proceeds from the auction will benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson?s Research, the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson?s research worldwide, which was founded by actor Michael J. Fox (Back to the Future, Teen Wolf) in 2000. ?From day one, I knew Smash Global needed to be about something more than just fighting or just networking,? Orosco said. ?Every Smash Global event features an element of charity, and it?s something we take great pride in. It?s our way of giving back to a greater cause, shining a light on some of the bigger issues in our community and abroad.? Smash Global III will take place at Hollywood?s Taglyan Complex on March 24th with red carpet arrivals beginning at 6:30pm PT, and doors open at 7pm. A black tie is preferred, and formal attire is required. The dress code will be enforced at the door with no exceptions. Guests must be 21+ years old to attend.  |
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