Press Release Courtesy of Abrams Boxing
Miami, Florida (October 7, 2016) Henry Rivalta is pleased to announce the signing of middleweight contender Antoine “Action” Douglas to a managerial contract.
Douglas of Washington, D.C. has a record of 19-1-1 with 13 knockouts.
The 24 year-old is a four-year professional, and has wins over Les Sherrington (35-7), Istvan Szili (18-0-2), Thomas LaManna (16-0), former world title challenger Luca Messi (37-9-1), Marquis Davis (8-0-2) and Colby Courter (4-0).
“I welcome Antoine to my stable,” said Rivalta. “It’s a pleasure to work with Antoine. I have seen what he has done up to this point in his career, and he is a very talented athlete. I think he has the potential to be a world champion, and I am excited to help in his path to winning that title.”
“I am glad to sign with Henry,” stated Douglas. “He has the experience at the highest level, and me and my team can focus on what everybody’s role will be.”
Rivalta continued to glow about his new acquisition.
“I love his passion and style. When you see the special relationship he has with his mother, it tells me a lot about him. He has the tools to be world champion, and his promoter, GH3 Promotions has done a great job and he sticks by his fighters. On the same line, it’s a pleasure to work with Vito Mielnicki and GH3 Promotions.”
“I know that Antoine is a television and fan friendly fighter, and and I am happy to have a multi-year agreement with him.”
Douglas next bout will be announced shortly.
