Here are the results from FNFs.

The Falcons ended their Friday Night Fights with a 14 bout card. The Wing Open hopefuls took this opportunity to hone their skills and gain experience for the start of the tournament on 18 February 2009. The Thursday shake-out practice was excellent and everyone’s focus was spot on to the delight of Coach Baldi. “You could see it in their eyes and demeanor on Thursday that they were hungry and ready to go.” Said Coach Baldi. Coach Weichers was excited for 2 days and could hardly wait for the opening bell to sound. With only 2 weeks remaining until the Quarterfinal round when it becomes a win or go home battle, the cadets showed a great sense of urgency in the nights competitions. Boxer of the week was awarded to senior Nate Liptak for his win over fellow senior Sean May in one of the classiest boxing matches of the year. Liptak’s good movement, defense, and combination punching were the key to victory.

Mark your calendars:
Wing Open Quarterfinals: Wednesday, 18 February at 1630 in the Upper Boxing Room
Wing Open Semifinals: Wednesday, 25 February at 1630 in the Upper Boxing Room
Wing Open Finals: Sunday, 8 March at 1400 in Clune Arena


1 Mike Mizes 24 Dec. 132 Jesse Horton 11
2 Dean Chuva 24 Dec. 133 Dave Simon 40
3 Nick Cataldo 13 Dec. 168 Dalton Hall 12
4 Nate Liptak 40 Dec. 156 Sean May 37
5 Justin Lee 39 Dec. 167 Luke Dugger 29
6 Lucas Gagliardi 9 Dec. 180 Mike McLain 28
7 Bailey Ball 4 Dec. 147 Seth Gunn 22
8 Mike Dunn 1 RSC-3 156 Jeffrey Witt 4
9 Matthew DeMars 14 Dec. 125 Nicholas Watts 31
10 Mike Chambers 16 Dec. HW Garrett Gilbertson 5
11 Tyrus Korecki 20 Dec. 160 Ryan Wilkinson 31
12 Fred Johnson 16 Dec. 198 Kevin Williams 39
13 Evan Lomeli 21 Dec. 183 Tom Meyer 1
14 Jon Andresen 6 Dec. 185 Logan Brandt 31

Results from Reno.

Brandon Dahl (Santa Clara) Dec. Dean Chuva (AFA)
David Simon (AFA) Dec. Luke Tiano (AFA)
Nate Weeden (University of Nevada-Reno) Dec. Mike Dunn (AFA)
Lucas Gagliardi (AFA) dec. James Gardner (UN-R)
Sai Badveli (UN-R) dec. Daniel Starr (AFA)
Jacob Munson-Decker (UN-R) RSC-2 Austin Almand (AFA)
Boyce Loomis (AFA) RSC-2 Kenny Dyer-Redner (UN-R)
Cory Tintzman (AFA) RSC-1 Nyal Bedong (UNLV)

Air Force Academy boxing team went 4-4 on Friday night in Reno, NV, as they matched up with Santa Clara, UNLV, and University of Nevada-Reno. Team Captain Boyce Loomis was named boxer of the week for the second straight week for his knockout victory over All-American Kenny Dyer-Redner. Loomis and Redner showed lots of respect in a cautious first round. The second round had both boxers moving in with aggressive combinations. Loomis caught Redner with a straight right 30 seconds into the round sending his opponent to the canvas. Redner attempted to get up at the count of 8 but was dazed and wobbly as the referee stepped in to halt the action. This event concludes the Falcon’s preparation for the upcoming Wing Open Tournament starting 18 February 2009. Mark your calendars for the finals Sunday, March 8th at 2pm in Clune Arena

Friday Night Fights this Friday 6 Feb...Wing Open to follow

This Friday 6 feb is the last Friday night fights for the semester. We start the wing open quarterfinal round on 18 February. Officials please try and stop in to get some work in on scoring if your schedule permits?
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