Brush With Death

Once again — As the WBC has cried out for years for good medical care. computerized and consistent standards for all fighters — here is another example why. Given her position in the community, It took a lot of courage for this fighter, to allow her story to be told:

Chicago boxer’s brush with death raises safety questions
February 25, 2010 8:39 PM

Boxer Rita Figueroa lasted all six rounds of her last fight before the bell rang and she headed to the locker room.

But the 40-year-old fighter was not well. A painful headache developed, then nausea and vomiting. She couldn’t sign for her check to get paid. Paramedics put her on a stretcher and prepared to put her in an ambulance.
TO read more:
http://www.chicagobreakingnews.com/2010/02/chicago-boxers-brush-with-death-raises-safety-questions.html

WBC YOUTH WORLD BELT 4 WOMEN

President Don Jose Sulaiman and the WBC is now offering the Youth World Title for women less than 24 years of age. President Sulaiman feels it will be a good alternative for young women with strong amateur backgrounds, who want to advance in the ratings but don’t yet qualify for the World or International Titles.

Like the men’s Youth World Title, this will be under the auspices of its Chariman, Rex Walker and the Youth Championship Committee.

For details and availability, please contact:

Rex Walker, Chairman
info@sombrero.com

303 4420258 – OFFICE

303 5171280 – CELL