Baby Joe is generating increasing interest in the press and media. The frequency of articles about him underscores a growing awareness and network of fans. Check back often to read the latest releases.
| AUGUST 2005... |
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EMBROLED IN THE FIGHT OF HIS LIFE |
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By: David Barron
Source: Houston Chronicle |
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All Joe Mesi wants to do is box. But a Nevada commission's ruling has put the 31-year-old's career on hold pending judicial appeal.
Mesi, an unbeaten heavyweight contender, is convinced he can safely return to boxing despite suffering two subdural hematomas as a result of his bout with Vassiliy Jirov at Mandalay Bay on March 13, 2004. continue »
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| JUNE 2005... |
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MESI DESERVES RIGHT TO FIGHT |
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By: Bob Kevin Iole
Source: Las Vegas Review-Journal |
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I don't know how much Joe Mesi has spent trying to convince the Nevada Athletic Commission to lift his medical suspension, but the copy bill alone for the curriculum vitaes of the expert witnesses he presented had to be more than the gross-national product of several third-world countries.
Mesi, an unbeaten heavyweight contender, is convinced he can safely return to boxing despite suffering two subdural hematomas as a result of his bout with Vassiliy Jirov at Mandalay Bay on March 13, 2004.
After listening to four hours of medical testimony Thursday, I've come to believe he's right. continue » |
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| JANUARY 2005... |
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BUFFALO SUPPORTS MESI RETURN! |
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By: Bob Caico
Source: Fight News |
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In an unprecedented move by the City of Buffalo Common Council, lawmakers passed a resolution today acknowledging their full support in Mesi’s quest to be re-instated from his suspension by the Neveda State Athletic Commission. Council members, Marc Coppola and Richard Fontana sponsored a resolution that reads in part: "Joe Mesi has brought tremendous recognition to Buffalo by virtue of his boxing exploits; and Joe Mesi has strong medical evidence that he suffers no residual damage from his injury; and this council supports a fair hearing before Nevada authorities as he seeks to have his suspension lifted."
Joe addressed the council after it’s unanimous approval. "This is a tremendous honor. Thank you for helping me let Las Vegas know we are determined to pursue my dream of bringing a world championship to the city of Buffalo." Coppola will send a certified copy of the proclamation to Marc Ratner and Keith Kizer of the NSAC. visit Fight News» |
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MESI FIGHTING TO SAVE CAREER |
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By: Tim Smith
Source: New York Daily News |
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Buffalo heavyweight Joe Mesi has come out swinging to re-establish his career after the Nevada State Athletic Commission placed him on medical suspension following a match against Vassiliy Jirov in Las Vegas last March.
Mesi filed a notice of intent to sue Physicians Imaging Center of Western New York for releasing the results of five MRIs to the New York State Athletic Commission. And he notified the New York State Attorney General's Office of his intent to sue the NYSAC in the Court of Claims for leaking the results of those MRIs to the media.
Mesi is also awaiting a hearing before a five-member medical advisory panel of the Nevada commission on his suspension. That decision could determine whether Mesi, 31, ever sets foot inside a boxing ring again.
Mesi believes the actions of the hospital and whoever leaked the MRI results to the media poisoned the court of public opinion about whether he should box again. continue» |
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| DECEMBER 2004... |
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MESI ADDRESSES RINGSIDE PHYSICIANS IN MIAMI |
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By: Marian Giallombardo
Source: Sports & Leisure Magazine |
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Direct from his return from Miami, Joe reports to Sports and Leisure that he and his team are working diligently to have his suspension lifted. At the same time, he is concerned for the issue of fighter's safety issues through out the world of boxing.
As reported on www.fightnews.com, The American Association of Professional Ringside Physicians (AAPRP) Medical Conference was held November 10-14, 2004 at the Miami Wyndham Resort in Miami Beach, Florida. Over 130 physicians, members and guests including reporters, managers and trainers, attended this year's program on boxing safety. The conference was also attended by Middleweight Champion, Bernard Hopkins, Light Heavyweight Champion, Glencoffee Johnson, and Heavyweight Contender, Joe Mesi and long time fight doctor, Dr. Ferdie Pacheco.
AAPRP chairman Dr. Michael Schwartz stated, "it's the goal of the AAPRP that the development of a referral panel to administer the medical assistance program across the country will enable boxers to seek and receive medical care". This is our quest, to protect and support the fighters.
During a segment of the seminar, Dr. Robert Cantu (MA) and Dr. Barry Jordan (NY) debated whether a boxer with a history of an intracranial bleed should ever be permitted to compete again in professional boxing. Dr. Robert Cantu presented an actual slide of Joe’s injury to the ringside physicians. Present at the debate was Heavyweight Contender Baby Joe Mesi and his father/manager Jack, who were invited to speak. Following this debate, the AAPRP agreed they should develop a medical panel to review such cases and render an opinion on a case by case basis.
Members of the AAPRP were recognized for their outstanding achievements at the Annual AAPRP Awards Banquet. The award committee nominated and selected Dr. Robert Cantu to receive the AAPRP 2004 “Distinguished Educator of the Year” award, which was presented by Jack Mesi.
Joe Mesi stated, "To be invited to attend this professional informative conference was a special treat for me. These highly professional physicians volunteer their services and skills out of love for the sport of professional/amateur boxing. I will continue to support the efforts of this organization throughout my entire career and beyond." |
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THE SKINNY ON "BABY JOE" |
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By: Marian Giallombardo
Source: Sports & Leisure Magazine |
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Heavyweight boxer “Baby Joe” Mesi called recently to appraise us and his loyal fans about his recent developments in his career and his life outside boxing. Below are a few concerns he addressed.
On his suspension from boxing
“Progress continues to be made with our lawyers in preparation for a hearing with the Nevada State Athletic Commission. I am very anxious to resume my career and to re-instate my rankings as the world’s number one heavyweight contender. Our entire team feels confident that the Commission and our legal staff will come to an agreement which will allow me to do this. The process involved is a complicated one and therefore, slow moving. But it is progressing and we should have news to report in the next few weeks.”
On his physical condition
“I have never felt better. I am fully recovered from the minor injuries which occurred in my last fight. Despite what the local press would have you believe, I am within one training period (8-10 weeks) of being in the same perfect fighting shape I have been for each of my previous professional fights."
"Heavy conditioning is prohibited under the terms of my suspension. But I am continuing a light regimen of road work and training.”
On his relationship with promoter Tony Holden
“Again, there have been inferences in the press that my split with promoter Tony Holden was acrimonious. Nothing could be further from the truth. Tony and his family remain close friends and confidants with me and my family. His reasons for stepping down as my promoters were personal and hopefully, temporary. I look forward to resuming my relationship with Tony sometime in the not too distant future. Mr. Holden is at once, a man of integrity, a gentleman’s gentleman and a fierce supporter of my best interests.”
On his father’s recent illness
“On of the factors which have added to the delay in my suspension process has been my father’s recent bout with prostate cancer. All things pale in importance, when compared to an illness in your family."
"My brother Tom, my Dad and I want to thank all of the people who have wished us well and kept us in their prayers."
"My father is home from the hospital and recovering. The Lord continues to bless our family."
"I hope these facts have answered the false suppositions which have been made in the press about my career, my family and me. If you would like more information, please log onto my website: www.babyjoemesi.com.” |
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| SEPTEMBER 2004... |
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SEX, LIES, HOOKERS, AUDIO TAPES, & ESPN: ESPN CHIEFTAIN YALEN LED TWO DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT LIVES! |
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By: Pedro Fernandez
Source: RingTalk |
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FORCED FIGHTERS, EVEN SELF-MADE STARS TO PROMOTERS!
When he was fired earlier this year from ESPN/ABC/Disney, Bob Yalen was given six months of severance pay. He also took with him a 401 K Pension plan with better than $400,000 in it. Nobody at the ESPN headquarters in Bristol, CT will come forth with the reason why Yalen was fired after almost 25 years. But in at least one case, Yalen forced "Baby Joe" Mesi to sign with the then so-called ESPN "House Promoter" "Sugar Ray" Leonard. Mesi's people were floored! Why should they sign with a Promoter when Joe is packing 10,000 into an arena each time he fights? Because if Joe Mesi didn't sign with Leonard, he could kiss any ESPN appearances goodbye, this was the manner in which Yalen stuck it to "Team Mesi." continue» |
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MESI MUG MAY GO ON TOWER |
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By: Paul Lane
Source: Tonawanda News |
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The Town of Tonawanda-born boxer's father, Jack Mesi, wants to buy the advertising rights to the new water tower on Colvin Boulevard at the town/city border. He would like to put up for all to see the fact that Tonawanda is Baby Joe's home.
"We're proud of the fact this is our home and this is where we're going to stay," the elder Mesi said. "I think it would be a great opportunity to have the name of Tonawanda and Joe Mesi put together ... for the world to see." continue» |
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| AUGUST 2004... |
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FAMILY IN DESPERATE NEED OF HELP |
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Source: WIVB TV4 Buffalo, NY |
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Tonawanda family who lost everything when fire destroyed their home is in desperate need. 17 year old Josh Dimmig-Russell lived there with his family. He suffers from a rare nervous system disorder and is scheduled to have brain surgery this fall. continue»
IMPORTANT NOTE: Baby Joe Mesi hosts a celebrity fund-raiser and talent show Saturday, October 16, 2004 from 4:00-10:00pm, Kenmore East High School gymnasium. more» |
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UNIVERA HEALTHCARE, WITH WEGMANS, ENCOURAGES EVERYONE TO "TAKE STEPS" TO A HEALTHIER LIFE |
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Source: Univera Healthcare |
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Simple choices that will easily fit into people's lives are at the core of a new community-wide health improvement initiative launched today by Univera Healthcare and Wegmans Food Markets. Take Steps focuses on the message that simple steps-such as taking more steps when you shop by parking a little further from the store, or choosing regular fries instead of the large fries at fast food restaurants -can have a positive cumulative effect and make an important difference in people's overall health and level of fitness.
Local leaders show support for Take Steps
Local government, business and community leaders also recognize the value of the Take Steps initiative, including New York State Senator Mary Lou Rath, Western New York Public Broadcasting President Donald Boswell, YMCA of Greater Buffalo President John Murray, and ranked heavyweight boxer Baby Joe Mesi. continue» |
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| JUNE 2004... |
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MESI STAYS POSITIVE AS JUDGMENT DAY LOOMS
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By: Michael J. Woods
Source: Max Boxing |
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The day will soon come for Baby Joe Mesi when he'll see a nationally renowned neurologist, a photo will be taken of his brain and he'll know whether he should get ready for Tyson, or get ready for Plan B.
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| MAY 2004... |
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MESI FEELS GOOD, HOPES TO BOX SOON
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By: Keith Terceira
Source: WBEN 930 |
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Local boxer "Baby" Joe Mesi says he fells good... continue» |
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BABY JOE MESI UPDATE |
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Source: Boxing Scene Dot Com |
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“Joe is doing really, really well. He is to be the keynote speaker at a college commencement ceremony in the next couple of days and will deliver a bang up speech. He is also receiving a humanitarian award at a local church in the area.” continue» |
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MESI MAY TAKE ON ACTING ROLES |
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By: Ernie Green
Source: Tonawanda News |
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In his time off from the ring, Mesi has done some readings for acting roles in New York City. ...he admitted that acting is something he's always been interested in, and not something he's seeking because of impending retirement. continue» |
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| APRIL 2004... |
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JOE MESI: TONY HOLDEN BLASTS TEDDY ATLAS ON
ESPN2 STATEMENTS |
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By: Sean Newman (4.24.04)
Source: DogHouseBoxing |
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Joe Mesi is doing well, says his father Jack Mesi, and in fact, is standing up for a childhood friend’s wedding today. Regarding reports that Mesi suffered a career-ending brain injury in his last fight with Vassily Jirov, Jack said that there is nothing really new to tell. continue»
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JOE MESI WILL BREAK OUR HEARTS |
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By: Jim Trunzo
Source: Title Bout Championship Boxing |
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The heavyweights. Ask any promoter, any manager, any network that can still pronounce the word ‘boxing’ without heaving to configure their dream fighter and you’ll receive this generic description every time: an intelligent and charismatic heavyweight with a devastating punch, an innate ferocity and a solid chin. continue» |
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MESI HAS NO LOSSES AND NO RESPECT |
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By:Ed Kilgore, C
Source: WGRZ-TV, Channel 2 Buffaloh2 Sports Director |
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Baby Joe Mesi has fought 29 professional heavyweight fights, and he has won, let’s see now, uh—yeh. All 29. That means, like in, 29-0. continue»
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| MARCH 2004... |
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JOE MESI VS MONTE BARRETT
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Source: Boxing-Pics.com |
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MESI HOLDS ON |
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By: John Di Tullio
Source: R News Sports |
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Buffalo's "Baby" Joe Mesi scored a unanimous 10-round decision over Vassiliy Jirov Saturday night at Mandaley Bay in Las Vegas. continue» |
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MESI HAS NO LOSSES AND NO RESPECT |
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By: Ed Kilgore, Ch2 Sports Director
Source: WGRZ-TV, Channel 2 Buffalo |
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Baby Joe Mesi has fought 29 professional heavyweight fights, and he has won, let’s see now, uh—yeh. All 29. That means, like in, 29-0. continue» |
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BABY JOE MESI LOOKS GREAT; THEN... |
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Source: Boxing Time |
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Saturday night at the Mandalay Bay Casino in Las Vegas, boxing fans were treated to two very good bouts. In the first bout, up and coming heavyweight contender “Baby” Joe Mesi took on former cruiserweight champion and ’96 Olympic Gold Medalist, Vassiliy Jirov in an exciting 10 round heavyweight bout. continue» |
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BOXING: TWO VERY DIFFERENT FIGHTS
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By: Mark Davies
Source: Buzzle.com |
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Joe Mesi faced off against Vassily Jirov on the undercard.
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BOXINGSCENE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH "BABY" JOE MESI |
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By: Keith Terceira
Source: Boxing Scene Dot Com |
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At 28-0 with 20 knockouts to his credit Joe Mesi over the last year has sky-rocketed up the rankings. Skeptics in the press have jumped at every word that the Mesi team has said or supposedly said. With the Barrett fight behind him and some lessons learned, Joe Mesi is more than prepared for his next opponent this week , Vassily Jirov. “Baby” Joe discussed with us the battle with Monte Barrett , some of his thoughts on the heavyweight division, and his pending test Saturday against “The Tiger.” Jirov may be currently the best cruiserweight in the world but Joe Mesi agrees that Vassily at two hundred pounds has the punch of a heavyweight. continue» |
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"BABY JOE" MESI UP AND COMING |
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Source: HBO Pay-Per-View |
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At first look, he's an Italian-American heavyweight from a tough, northeastern city who might make you think of Rocky Balboa. But this Italian Stallion is no long-shot underdog. continue» |
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NEW MAGAZINE IS GEARED TO AFFLUENT SINGLES |
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Source: AZcentral.com |
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A new magazine, Segue, promising to be a social, fashion and lifestyle guide for affluent singles is due out this spring with a Baby Joe Mesi interview scheduled for this July. continue» |
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| DECEMBER 2003... |
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COLLISION AT THE MECCA - JOE MESI VS MONTE BARRETT |
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Source: WireImage |
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JOE MESI NOTES |
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Source: CompuBox |
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28 Fights have lasted 91 rounds and averaged 3.3 rounds... continue» |
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THREE BUFFALO FRANCHISES |
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Source: WIVB TV 4 Buffalo |
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Baby Joe Mesi has been called Buffalo's third franchise. The Tonawanda Heavyweight is taking all kinds of heat after his majority win on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden. He went the distance with Monti Barrett. Barrett was easily Joe’s toughest challenge, and if the fight had gone one more round, we would be talking about his first loss. continue» |
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| OCTOBER 2003... |
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MESI'S POST-THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE |
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By: Steve Farhood
Source: BoxingInsider.com |
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What kind of world would it be if Joe Mesi were the heavyweight champion? Instead of trash-talking, there’d be motivational speaking. Instead of law suits, there’d be navy blue suits with tasteful red ties. Instead of sexcapades, there’d be one girlfriend from the neighborhood, still innocent enough to take snapshots at Baby Joe’s big-city press conferences. continue» |
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MESI HEADED FOR FIRST GARDEN PARTY |
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By: David Staba
Source: Niagara Falls Reporter |
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Beating Monte Barrett on Dec. 6 won't guarantee Joe Mesi a title shot, or even show that the unbeaten Tonawanda heavyweight has progressed significantly since his 97-second wipeout of DaVarryl Williamson last month. But that's not really the point. HBO, the world's premier outlet for televised boxing, is rushing Mesi onto another Saturday-night card to see if the early power that emerged in his last two fights is for real, as well as if his drawing power extends outside the Buffalo area. continue» |
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"BABY JOE" MESI UP AND COMING |
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Source: HBO Pay-Per-View |
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At first look, he's an Italian-American heavyweight from a tough, northeastern city who might make you think of Rocky Balboa. But this Italian Stallion is no long-shot underdog. continue»
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| SEPTEMBER 2003... |
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Sharkie's Machine: "BABY JOE STEALS THE SHOW" |
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By: Frank Gonzalez Jr
Source: East Side Boxing |
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"Baby" Joe Mesi ran over DaVarryl Williamson Saturday like a Mack Truck before a sold out house in Buffalo N.Y.The fight started with Mesi charging forward, throwing bunches of punches that proved too much for the unsuspecting Williamson, who was caught several times before being dropped to the canvas in a fight that lasted 97 seconds. continue» |
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TWENTY-FIVE OF MESI'S WINS ARE BY KO |
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Source: ESPN |
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"JACK MESI FIGHTS FOR HIS SON" |
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By: Tim O'Shei
Source: Buffalo Business First |
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Baby Joe Mesi is the fighter in his family, the heavyweight boxer with the 26-0 record and the guy on the cusp of his sport's top 10 international rankings. But even he leaves most of the battles to his father. Jack Mesi, a career cop who doubles as his son's manager, makes sure that the only time Joe is alone is when the bell rings. continue» |
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SEPTEMBER 27th NAMED
BABY JOE MESI DAY IN ERIE COUNTY |
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Source: The Erie County Legislature, Lynn Marinelli - District 11 |
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At a regular session held Thursday, September 25, 2003, Erie County Legislators Albert DeBenedetti (D-Buffalo), Lynn Marinelli (D-Buffalo/Tonawanda) and their Democratic colleagues won approval for a resolution proclaiming September 27, 2003 "Baby Joe Mesi Day" in Erie County. "Erie County is proud to have Joe Mesi as a hometown hero," said Legislator DeBenedetti. "We wish him the best of luck in the ring on Saturday and continued success in what is sure to be an exciting career." continue» |
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BABY JOE PUTTING EMPHASIS ON STRENGTH |
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Source: SecondsOut.com |
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Looking for any edge whatsoever going into his critical fight with DaVarryl “Touch of Sleep” Williamson, potential super-star heavyweight superstar Baby Joe Mesi has been hitting the weights, big time. continue» |
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"BABY JOE" READY TO BECOME THE MAN |
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By: G. Leon
Source: Boxing Talk |
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Undefeated heavyweight up and comer, Joe Mesi, 26-0 (24), is experiencing tunnel vision. Check that, he's been experiencing tunnel vision for the last six weeks. "Baby Joe" appears ready to become the man. His sole focus is giving DaVarryl Williamson a "Touch Of Sleep" in front of 15,000 loyal Buffalonians, who continuously come in drones to support their "third franchise." Unlike some of Mesi's other fights, his HBO debut will not be blacked out locally, which could have hindered its turnout, however, as Team Mesi informed us last week, "the number of sold tickets is approaching 10,000." Over the weekend, Boxingtalk.com spoke to "Baby Joe". continue» |
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