Irish-American super-middleweight Harley “Heavyhands” Burke signs with Star Boxing

Undefeated super middleweight Harley Burke joins Star Boxing

Star Boxing is pleased to announce the signing of the undefeated Yonkers-based super-middleweight Harley “Heavyhands” Burke (7-0 6KOs).

Burke’s nickname, ‘Heavy Hands’, is a credit to him, as he has won 6 of his 7 professional bouts by knockout. On March 4, Burke will make his boxing debut with his six-round super-middleweight bout. Joseph Aguilar (Portland, OR, 4-1-1 2KO) At the recently announced “Jersey City Fight Night” at White Eagle Hall in Jersey City, NJ.

Harley was born in Galway, Ireland, but it wasn’t long before he and his parents moved to the United States in search of new opportunities. With a store in Yonkers, Harley grew up in New York but never forgot where he came from. “I’m very proud of my Irish-American heritage,” Hurley said. “Leaving a legacy as an Irish-American fighter is one of my main motivations for him.”

Harley first wore gloves at age 11 and competed in his first amateur competition at age 13. He fought in his glove at Golden in New York State, but he always aimed to fight professionally. He loved the sport of boxing, and Harley did whatever he could to be around it. This passion led to a stint as an intern for NY and CT Hall of Fame promoter Joe DeGuardia during Harley’s senior year of high school. Long used his two cards for Star Boxing’s Fight at Island Harley wanted to be a professional boxer.

Outside the ring, Harley is a go-getter. He graduated from Archbishop Stepinac High School in his 2013 and has been working as a construction worker for the past 10 years while his now successful personal training has earned clients for his business. In 2022, he launched his own pressure washing company.

In the ring, like a pressure washer, Harley drowns you in pressure and destroys you with his power. I was busy with He passed his first big test against Brandon Maddox and won by unanimous decision.

“Signing with Star Boxing is a dream come true for me,” said Hurley. It all comes full circle.Since turning pro four years ago, my main goal has been to sign celebrity promoters.Joe DeGuardia’s track record speaks for itself. He’s built a world champion. I’ve got the right people to back me up. Now I’m going to go and play. I want to bring you.I can’t wait.”

Star Boxing CEO Joe DeGuardia About the signature it said: Hurley said he was a boxing intern in 2013, but he never imagined that he would be signing him as an undefeated professional fighter 10 years later. We are thrilled with what Harley brings to the ring and admire his accomplishments outside the ring as well.As he continues to develop into bigger fights, his talent and personality define his success. I’m sure it will. Harley starts it all on March 4th at White Eagle Hall, so be sure to get your tickets and come support. ”

jersey city fight night Promoted by Joe DeGuardia’s Star Boxing. A thrilling fight card will be announced soon, and tickets will go on sale from his Monday, January 23rd. whiteeaglehalljc.com Also www.StarBoxing.com.