Ryan Shepard, Author at Def Pen

The 13th Round: Edgar Berlanga Is A Warrior Inside The Ring, But He’s Helping Kids Fight Even Tougher Opponents Outside Of The Ring

Boxing is an unforgiving sport that demands the most of its participants, leaving many with weathered torsos, worn minds, and brusied emotions. Still, time after time, they rise from their…

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Live From Ringside: Amanda Serrano, Katie Taylor Bring Women’s Boxing To The Forefront

It’s been a long time since Madison Square Garden has been the site of a game in the NBA Finals or the Stanley Cup Finals, but that doesn’t mean the…

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From The Ring To The Booth, Lio Rush Feels Like A Giant

The nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., is known as the home of many things, including some of the world’s most prominent lawmakers, well-renowned basketball players such as Elgin Baylor and Kevin…

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Nakisa Bidarian Announces $250,000 Bonus For Taylor-Serrano III

Things just got a little more interesting. On Wednesday, July 9, 2025, more than a dozen world champions, Olympians, and contenders made their way to the stage at the Theater…

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Ding, Ding: Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Katie Taylor-Amanda Serrano III

History. It’s a simple word, but its the most appropriate word to describe what’s taking place on Friday, July 11th at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. For…

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Wale To Headline ‘Flight Club Fridays’ Music Series

Wale, Anycia, Skilla Baby, OsamaSon, and Monaleo will headline the latest edition of Flight Club’s ‘Fight Club Fridays’ music series. Premiering July 11th, each episode of the series allows fans…

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Music

Algee Smith Sets Release Date For ‘Love Lost’ EP

When he’s not starring in a hit television series or running lines for a new movie, Algee Smith is in the studio recording soulful R&B music. Six years removed from…

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