Cestus Fighters on the rise in the Summer Heat!

Cestus Management has a busy summer planned for its young talent laden stable of prospects which will see its fighters engage in action through the months of June, July and August.

The summer program kicked off in brutal fashion as this past Friday, June 12, 2009 , the “Barbarian” Jairo Martinez entertained the sold-out crowd in Laredo , Texas , at the Laredo Civic Center . Martinez (132 pounds) took on tough Laredo native Eddie Ramirez (132 pounds) in a four round match. The obligatory opening “feel out round” was nonexistent as Ramirez came out with his guns blazing attempting to discourage the “Barbarian”. This tact would not only prove ineffective, but very costly for the Laredo fighter as Martinez withstood the opening onslaught and responded with some heavy artillery of his own. The last thirty-seconds of the opening round were a sign of things to come as Jairo backed Ramirez into the ropes and unloaded merciless shots to both his (Ramirez) head and body. The remaining three rounds were a vicious display of barbaric behavior as Martinez constantly backed Ramirez up and punished him with a horrific leather assault that brought the crown in attendance to frenzy. In the end, Jairo “Barbarian” Martinez improved to 3-0 with a unanimous decision victory.....more

'Seminole Warriors Boxing' latest Signing Don “Da bomb” George; Scores Knockout in Detroit !

Seminole Warriors Boxing latest signing, Cestus Management’s Super-Middleweight, Don “DA BOMB” George, sensationally returned to the ring by blasting out Mike Walthier in one minute and forty-five seconds of the first round. 

As soon as the bell rang George, got down to business  peppering Walthier with hard jabs and a fast combination to the head and  body.  As the round went on, George followed up a stiff jab with a thudding right-hand shot that sent Walthier reeling into the ropes....more

Cestus Fighters Shine in Texas!

Mike Michael, Rodolfo Gomez, Mayor Raul G. Salinas, Sherriff Martin Cuellar

This past Saturday night (April 18), Hot blooded Mexican and Mexican American fight fans enjoyed a great night of action packed boxing where Cestus Management fighters Jairo “El BARBARO” Martinez, Hector Ramos, Rodolfo “BABY COBRA” Gomez and James “QUICK DRAW” DuBois produced explosive performances at the I.B.C. World Championship Boxing Event at the Veteran’s Field in Laredo, Texas. The fight card will also be available on Gofightlive.tv ....more

Cestus Signs Decorated Amateur Star, Hector Ramos!

Cestus Management has signed San Antonio, Texas native Mexican American Hector Ramos to an exclusive management agreement. Ramos, who is a former Amateur Superstar who has numerous Multi-Championships compiled an impressive amateur record of 156 wins with 51 victories coming by way of referee stoppage, joins what is quickly becoming one of the most talent laden stable of young and powerful prospects in the boxing world. Ramos is as seasoned, experienced and accomplished as any amateur in recent memory. Hector, who courageously served the United States Air Force with honor and pride, is a versatile boxer-puncher with solid power and great balance. Ramos”, stands 6 feet tall, weighs 140 pounds and has a 77 inch reach and fights out of a southpaw stance. Hector also possesses excellent boxing aptitude and also has an amazing understanding of distance and timing combined with fast quick precise power punching. His amateur boxing credentials include the following:....more

Cestus Fighters Back In Action on April 18th Fight Card In Laredo, Texas!

World renowned boxing management company Cestus Management is showcasing the States of Texas’ best young talent as on April 18, 2009 , the beautiful Gateway City of Laredo in Texas will host the IBC heavyweight world title fight between Hector “Hurricane” Ferreyro and Cisse “COOL C” Salif. The event is promoted by Recon Garza Promotions and the undercard is loaded with the Lone Star States’ most promising talent as Rodolfo “LA COBRITA” Gomez, James “QUICK DRAW” DuBois, Robert “NIGHTHAWK” Luna Jr., Jairo “EL BARBARO” Martinez , and Cestus' new signing the sensational Hector “RAYO” Ramos will be featured. The local fans are in for a great night of boxing as every fighter on the card is talented and exciting....more

Event will be available on GoFightLive.com, for more details see below:

http://www.gofightlive.com/showEvent.do?event=404

Cestus Fighters Gomez and Luna Jr. Thrill Live Crowd in Laredo!

Photo Credit: Reiver Rodriguez

On ESPN’s “Friday Night Fights Boxing Series” invaded beautiful Laredo, Texas , with an excellent fight card which drove the local and area contingent out in force as over four thousand rabid boxing fans crowded the Laredo Entertainment Center . The event was promoted by Banner Promotions and delivered nonstop action. What further made the card a complete success was the presence of Cestus Management products Rodolfo “ BABY COBRA” Gomez and Robert “NIGHTHAWK” Luna Jr. Both Gomez and Luna Jr. produced scintillating performances which left everyone in attendance gasping for more.....more

Cestus Fighters Gomez, Luna Jr and DuBois to Fight on ESPN FNF Under Card March 20 in Laredo Texas

On March 20, 2009 , the Laredo Entertainment Center in Laredo, Texas , will be packed with boxing fans as ESPN’s “Friday Night Fights” boxing series invades the beautiful gateway city for a night of unforgettable fights. The event is promoted by Banner Promotions and features Mexican warrior Fernando Beltran Jr., Russian banger Ruslan Provodnikov, tough Ji Hoon Kim and undefeated, former 2008 United States Olympian, Demetrius Andrade. What further makes the card a must-see for fans from Laredo and Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico , is the addition of three of Cestus Managements fighters Rodolfo “ BABY COBRA” Gomez, Robert “NIGHTHAWK” Luna Jr., and James “QUICK DRAW” DuBois.

Gomez and Luna have already wowed boxing aficionados and showcased their immense talent to Laredo fans by producing electrifying performances before the local contingent which caused an immediate buzz. James DuBois is a known Texas boxing star with an all action style that is always entertaining to fight fans. With all three as part of the non-televised portion of the under card, the live audience in attendance is sure to experience a great night of explosive fights......more

Cestus' 'Baby Cobra' Gomez and 'Nighthawk' Luna Destroy Foes!
Ferreryo Wins in First IBA Defense!

Friday (December 5, 2008) two thousand excited robust fans again, packed the sold out arena at the Civic Center in the beautiful historical city of Laredo , Texas . Recon Garza Promotions in association with Los Dos Laredos Boxing Production and Cestus Management promoted the “Friday Nite Championship Boxing” event. The card, featured sensational prospects Rodolfo “BABY COBRA” Gomez, Robert “NIGHTHAWK” Luna Jr. and IBA Latino Heavyweight Champion Hector “HURRICANE” Ferreyro. Each fighter delivered dramatic performances, and gave the fans what they where looking for; which was action packed fights and brutal knockouts. The whole fight card will be shown on www.Gofightlive.tv

Photo by: Luis Lopez/Cestus Management

The excitement got underway immediately when Cestus Junior Welterweight powerhouse, Robert “NIGHTHAWK” Luna Jr. from San Antonio TX (2-0-0 w/1KO) entered the ring and took on the heavily muscled Mike Hull. The “NIGHTHAWK” (142 pounds) dispensed with the customary “feel out” process typical of the opening minute of the first round as he went right to work landing hard thudding shots to both the head and body of Hull (143 pounds)....more

Cestus Management Fighters in Action; Ferreyro defends IBA Belt on December 5!

On December 5, 2008, the Civic Center, in the historical town of Laredo, Texas will be filled with a sellout of ravenous fight fans where top management company, Cestus Management will feature three of its young charges. James “QUICK DRAW” DuBois (Former U.S. Air Force/current S.A. TX Firefighter) Rodolfo “BABY COBRA” Gomez (Laredo fighting family legacy) and Robert "NIGHTHAWK" Luna Jr. (Former U.S. Air Force) will all be in action in separate bouts to give electrifying performances. DuBois, Gomez and Luna Jr. are the type of A-Side fighters that Cestus is known for producing; these three young up-and-coming stars are sure to give the Laredo fight fans what they want on December 5 in the Lone Star State.

In the main event special attraction, the popular and exciting local favorite, IBA Latino Heavyweight champion, Hector “HURRICANE” Ferreyro makes the first defense of his title which he won by stopping the “Psycho Monster” Osvaldo Martinez in five rounds on August 29, 2008 . Hector is slated to take on tough Texan and former Texas State Cruiserweight Champion, Robbie “CRAZY” McClimans. The fight is scheduled for ten rounds as the main event on the 'Friday Nite Championship Boxing' card promoted by Recon Garza Promotions in association with Los Dos Laredos Boxing Productions and Cestus Management, The Makers of Champions. This exciting six bout card will be seen exclusively on www.Gofightlive.tv  ......more

Robert "Nighthawk" Luna impressive in debut!

On November 8, 2008 , Cestus Management’s 140-pound destroyer, Robert "NIGHTHAWK" Luna Jr. made his professional debut on the under card of the Class Act promotional event held in Round Rock, Texas . Luna Jr. who is from San Antonio Texas, gave the local fans present a true display of power and technical boxing as the ex-United States Armed Forces solider that honorably represented his Country in Iraq and Afghanistan, had his first win by completely outclassing and schooling fellow Texas Jessie Villareal. 

Winning a clear decision over four rounds. The "NIGHTHAWK" hammered the game Villarel four four rounds, with Villareal surviving some very hectic moments from Luna's non-stop onslaughts and absorbing major punishment throughout the fight....more

Robert "Nighthawk" Luna Makes Cestus Management Debut

Cestus Management’s new junior welterweight, Robert "Nighthawk" Luna, Jr. will make his professional debut on November 8th against New Orleans Dwayne Jones (0-3).  The bout will be part of a fight card promoted by Jessie Ravelo of Class Act Promotions and will take place in Round Rock, Texas (call 254-291-3347 for tickets). 

As the weeks have gone by, Luna is anxious to get in the “squared-circle” as his professional debut has been a long time coming.  Luna, from his training camp in San Antonio, Texas, said, “It feels like I have been training forever and now I’m ready to unleash myself on my opponent. I am now making my pro debut, which is a dream come true and have a company like Cestus behind me who are taking care of my career. Now I know i will make it.”  Luna added, “I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to be a professional fighter and show the discipline and hard work taught to me by the Air Force (U.S. Military). I served my country in Iraq and Afghanistan as a proud soldier; now i want to serve boxing as a proud fighter.  I want to thank Cestus Management for believing in me; they have helped me to be in a place where i want to be, so there is no excuses for failure; I promise i will deliver"....more

James 'Quick Draw' DuBois Sensational in Cestus Mgt. Debut!

On October 25, 2008 , undefeated 130-pound Texas boxing phenomenon James “Quick Draw” DuBois (7-0-0 w/3 kos) made his Cestus Management debut a memorable one by completely dismantling hometown fighter Darryl Watson in brutal fashion. The end came at one minute, fifteen seconds of the second round as DuBois, using blistering hand speed, devastated Watson with powerful combinations. The fight took place on the under card of the Standing 8 Production’s “Explosion over the Midlands ” boxing event which was held at the Township Auditorium in Columbia, South Carolina. The local fans were stunned as DuBois (130 pounds) unleashed his entire arsenal and put on a clinic, completely dissecting the South Caroline native; with an impressive display of boxing aptitude and crushing punching power.

Photo by: Christophe Darbelet 

Right after the contest James said, “I felt great tonight and truly believe that i am going to have a big career, tonight was just the beginning and I know that with Cestus Management by my side, I’m fully confident that I am on my way to the top.”....more

James “Quick Draw” DuBois Makes Cestus Management Debut

Cestus Managements new signing; undefeated James "Quick Draw" Dubois will make his Cestus debut on October 25, 2008, at the Township Auditorium in Columbus, South Caroline. "Quick Draw" DuBois was a former Texas, national, and United States Armed Forces amateur boxing sensation; will be fighting on the under card of the Standing 8 Productions “Explosion over the Midlands” boxing event. 

DuBois (6-0) will take on South Carolina ’s own Darryl Watson in a six round contest. The fight is sure to entertain the local boxing fans as DuBois, is an imaculate slick and mobile boxer with punching power in both fists, who is ready to make his Cestus Management debut in grand style....more

Ferreyro Wins IBA Belt, 

“Baby Cobra” Gomez Electrifies

Last week at the Laredo Civic Center in Laredo, Texas, a sold-out crowd of over two thousand hard-core, ravenous boxing fans were treated to a great night of boxing as Recon Garza Promotions, in association with Los Dos Laredos Boxing Productions and Cestus Management put on the “Friday Nite Rumble”.  The fight card featured several action packed jaw dropping knockout bouts.  There was never a dual moment throughout the evening and here is how it all went down.

Photo by: Joey Sanchez

The fifth contest was a special one as a Laredo, Texas/Nuevo Laredo, Mexico fighting family tradition continued when Rodolfo “Cobrita” Gomez (146 ½ pounds) stepped into the ring and faced veteran Jose Reyes (146 pounds) from San Antonio, Texas. “Cobrita” has the benefit of being managed by worldwide management powerhouse Cestus Management. Gomez’ manager Gina Iacovou, and Advisor Mike Michael flew all the way from New Jersey to personally support their first Latino signing’s pro debut....more

Cestus Debuts Newly Inked Latino prospects!

Los Dos Laredo Boxing Productions, in association with Recon Garza Promotions, will treat Laredoans to a Friday Nite Rumble on August 29 at the Laredo Civic Center. Headlining the night is Hector "Hurricane" Ferreyro, and making their pro debuts are Cestus' new prospects, Rodolfo "La Cobrita" Gomez and Robert "The Nighthawk" Luna.

          
Photo by: Gina Iacovou/Cestus

Ferreyro takes on Osvaldo "Psycho Monster" Martinez,Gomez fights Jose Reyes and Robert Luna versus Robert Torres. Ferreyro's fight is scheduled for 10 rounds while La Cobrita's and Luna's are both four rounds.

What makes this night of boxing special is the presence of Cestus Management, which in an effort to promote Latino fighters selected Laredo as their starting point. Cestus, a boxing company that used to rely on European talent, has pinned its debut on the shoulders of La Cobrita and San Antonio native Luna. Mike Michael and Gina Iacovou run Cestus...more

Arnaoutis defeats Tyner!
Photo: Ed Mulholland

Junior welterweight contender "Mighty" Mike Arnaoutis (19-2-2, 9 KOs) pounded out a twelve round unanimous decison over previously unbeaten Lanardo Tyner (19-1, 11 KOs) on ESPN's Friday night fights at Bally's Atlantic City. Arnaoutis was cut over his right eye, but outworked Tyner to win by scores of 116-112, 118-110, 118-110, thus retaining his USBA title....more news to follow shortly

'Mighty' Mike Arnaoutis    

WINS BIG BEFORE SRO HOUSE!

New York, NY - Mar 07, 2008 In front of a standing room only house at the Manhattan Center's Grand Ballroom, "Mighty Mike" Arnoutis thrilled his legions of fans in attendance with a dominating twelve round decision victory over the very tough Domincan fighter, Harrison Cuello, capturing the vacant USBA Jr. Welterweight title.

A sea of blue and white flags filled the arena as Arnaoutis' fans banged their drums and waved their flags as they cheered on their fellow compatriot to an impressive victory. Arnaoutis showed great boxing skills and pin point punching throughout. "Mighty Mike" was relentless the entire fight as Cuello tried to figure out how to slow down the ever pressing Arnaoutis.....more

Don 'Da Bomb' George

BOMBS down another foe!

Photo: Tom Barnes

This past Saturday night as the world tuned in to witness the farewell fight of the Mexican great Eric Morales, many Illinoisans filled the Allstate Arena to support their hometown star, the undefeated power punching prospect Donovan ‘Da Bomb’ George 15-0-1 (13), who no doubt did not disappoint the ringside spectators as he roared and ripped through his adversary Shay Mobley 16-9-1 (7) in three rounds....more

The Mike Michael Interview 

by "Ruthless" Ron Pegram

If you don’t know Mike Michaels, you’re missing out on one of boxing’s great stories. Michaels is the energy behind Cestus Management and the visionary responsible for Mighty Mike Arnaoutis’ television career. Boxingconfidential had the honor of speaking with Mike about his upcoming plans for Cestus Management, his fighters, and the state of boxing in general...more

Arnaoutis’ Long Odyssey to the Title!

Photo by: Tom Casino

Undefeated junior welterweight “Mighty” Mike Arnaoutis (17-0-1, 9 KOs), a proud representative of his homeland of Greece, will come bearing the gift of leather on November 18 at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas when he takes on hard-punching Ricardo Torres (29-1, 27 KOs) for the vacant WBO title to top the undercard of the “Grand Finale” PPV featuring the Erik Morales vs. Manny Pacquiao rubber match...more

'MIGHTY' MIKE ARNAOUTIS AND CESTUS MANAGEMENT: A BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS

By Tom Dickey

The story of junior welterweight contender Mike Arnaoutis and Cestus Management started about six years ago in Greece. At the time Cestus Founder, Mike Michael, was working with Lennox Lewis' former promoter Panos Eliades, and promoting fights in the Mediterranean and the Eastern Bloc countries...

Michael took Arnaoutis to London and let him spar in the Lennox Lewis center in London to see just how good the kid was. He had Arnaoutis spar with an 18-0 prospect by the name of Steven Murray, and as Michael recalls Arnaoutis more than held his own. He immediately signed up Arnaoutis....more