MASHANTUCKET, CT (May 15, 2012) - "Battle of the Badges 4" spokesman Dennis Marrese announced today that Saturday night's amateur boxing show, featuring the nationally-acclaimed New York City Fire Department Boxing Team ("FDNY") against a New England Law Enforcement ("Team N.E.") squad, will air on GoFightLive.tv live from Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut.
"Battle of the Badges 4" ("BOB4") is presented by National Public Safety Athletic League ("NPSAL") in association with the FDNY Boxing Bravest, Mass Corrections Officers Federated Union Boxing Team (MCOFU) and Foxwoods Resort Casino. Defending champion Team N.E. trails FDNY in the series, 2-1.
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Hermis Yannis Hawks Media), a popular radio show host in Worcester (MA), will handle the blow-by-blow action from ringside. Providing color commentary is "Iceman" John Scully, the former IBF and IBO world light heavyweight title challenger, who as is chief second for WBC World Light Heavyweight Champion "Bad" Chad Dawson.
"We wanted to give people who are unable to attend the event for whatever reason an opportunity to watch the action and root for their family members, friends, favorite team and causes," Marrese said. "All profits will go towards the worthy charities this unique and entertaining event is supporting."
A Who's Who list of entertainment and sports celebrities are scheduled to be on hand supporting the fundraiser, including former world champion boxers John "The Quietman" Ruiz, Tony "The Pride of Fleet" Street" DeMarco, Vito Antuofermo Jose Antonio "El Gallo" Rivera, and Peter Manfredo, Jr.
Former New England Patriots offensive lineman Joe Andruzzi, who owns three Super Bowl rings, will be in the house with his family. He has three brothers that are members of the FDNY who responded to the 9/11/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. Joe is a cancer survivor who established the Joe Andruzzi Foundation.
Also making BOB4 appearances are comedian Lenny Clarke, singer James Massone, who competed in the television show, "The Voice," as well as WCVB (#5) newscaster in Boston, Michelle McPhee. The world renowned FDNY bagpipers will also be involved in festivities.
Proceeds from Saturday's charitable event will benefit Work Vessels For Veterans, NPSAL and FDNY Boxing Bravest Team. More than a dozen matches are scheduled pitting FDNY against Team New England, which is primarily comprised of MCOFU boxers.
Doors open at 6:30 PM/ET with the first match scheduled to start at 7:30 PM/ET.
Battle of the Badges IV is an amateur boxing event scheduled for May 19, 2012. The net proceeds will benefit Work Vessels For Veterans (www.wvfv.org) and the National Public Safety Athletic League, which helps support needed funding for boxing programs around the USA including the FDNY Boxing Team and MCOFU Boxing Team. Work Vessels For Veterans assists veterans returning to the United States as they begin their civilian careers or continue their educational pursuits.In addition to building team spirit and serving as a recruiting tool for the New York Fire Department and Massachusetts Law Enforcement (Fire, Police, and Corrections), this event features hero against hero in competitive combat. THE FOX THEATER at FOXWOODS RESORT AND CASINO will host this family-friendly event. Tickets are available at www.foxwoods.com, or by calling 1-855-660-6606 or 1-800-200-2882. Doors open at 6:30 PM EST with the fights beginning at 7:30. General admission seating is $30 with reserved seating available for $50 and VIP/Ringside seats for $100. 
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