President Bob Duffy started off the meeting with the Flag Salute followed by Vice President Frank Pena giving a 10 count for those who passed recently.
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President Duffy talked on our annual Christmas Party which was a success! He also talked on the upcoming New York State Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies, which will take place on Sunday, April 30th at Russo’s on the Bay.
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President Duffy then surprised everyone by saying that he will be stepping down as our President. Vice President Frank Pena will step in as our interim President until the Board elects a New President. Bob first became President of Ring 8  on January 18, 2011 and held the position for the next 6 years before Jack Hirsch took over the position. Jack was the President the next two years followed by Charlie Norkus, who also held the position another two years. Then in January of 2021 Bob took over once again!
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Besides being the Ring 8 President, Bob has been the President of the New York State Boxing Hall of Fame for over 10 years, a position he will continue to do.

GUEST SPEAKERS
Andre Rozier, who has trained 7 World Champions and counting, along with his boxers Giovanni Scuderi, Heavyweight 8-0 (4 KO), Luis Reynaldo Nunez, Featherweight 18-0 (13 KO), Brandon Lynch, Heavyweight 3-0 (3 KO) and boxing writer Hans Themistode all spoke before the group.
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Hans is a member of the BWAAA and has worked in sports journalism since attending Queens College, and has worked for several newspapers including the BX Times and Canarsie Courier, as well as writing for publications such as Fansided and The Clever. He has been featured on Bleacher Report and has worked with ShowTime Sports Network, specializing in NFL, NBA, MMA, both college football and basketball, and boxing.
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Longtime Ring 8 member Pat Laudicina donated $500 to Ring 8 and also brought pastries and cake, which was enjoyed by all. Pat has also been selected as a NEW Board Member!