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Promising Super Featherweight Talent Inks Co-Promotional Deal: Sparred With the Elite
Promising Super Featherweight Talent Inks Co-Promotional Deal: Sparred With the Elite
Boxlab Promotions and Shuan Boxing have announced the signing of a co-promotional deal with Kaipo Gallegos (4-0-1, 3 KOs), the undefeated super featherweight fighter from Las Vegas, Nevada. The 18-year-old southpaw has spoken about the agreement, and Boxlab and Shuan have also expressed their excitement about the deal.
Kaipo Gallegos Signs Co-Promotional Deal
Excitement Over Deal
The announcement of the deal involving Gallegos is intriguing – with Boxlab Promotions and Shuan Boxing having big plans for the 18-year-old with the hope of keeping him busy for the rest of 2024 and beyond. The press release also mentioned his next fight is scheduled for May 31, 2024, live on DAZN from the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando against an opponent yet to be confirmed.
Speaking on the deal, Gallegos said: “I’m incredibly excited to join forces with Boxlab Promotions and Shuan Boxing, who has been with me since I turned professional.”
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He continued: “This is a huge step forward in my career, and I can’t wait to show the world what I’m capable of with their support behind me. I have two of the best promoters working on my behalf, and that makes me feel good.”
This new deal looks set to help take Gallegos onto the next level in his career: “We are delighted to announce the signing of Kaipo Gallegos to a co-promotional agreement with Boxlab Promotions and Shuan Boxing,” said Amaury Piedra, President of Boxlab Promotions. “Kaipo is a rare talent with immense potential, and we believe that this partnership will provide him with the platform and opportunities he needs to fulfil his aspirations in the sport. Together with Shuan Boxing, we are going to be strong!”
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President of Shuan Boxing Promotions, Bélgica Pena, also expressed her enthusiasm about the collaboration. “Kaipo has been part of the Shuan Boxing family since his pro debut. His skills and determination are truly exceptional, and we are committed to supporting him every step of the way as he continues to rise through the ranks of the super featherweight division. We feel blessed to be uniting with Boxlab Promotions to help further Kaipo’s growth and development.”
Sparring the Elite
The Las Vegas native was an 18-time national champion in the amateurs, quickly making a name for himself in the super featherweight division. The prospect has sparred with some of the best fighters, including Shakur Stevenson, Keyshawn Davis and Devin Haney, helping this youngster hone his skills.
The 18-year-old is trained by his father Jayson – who shares co-managing duties with Marcelino Castillo. The future is seemingly bright for this youngster, and it remains to be seen just how far he can go.
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