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HALL OF FAMER “THE COAL MINER’S DAUGHTER” CHRISTY MARTIN
TO PARTICIPATE IN 2025 HALL OF FAME WEEKEND FESTIVITIES
Annual Hall of Fame Weekend celebration set for June 5 - 8
CANASTOTA, NY –APRIL 22, 2025 - The International Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum is pleased to announce that Hall of Famer “The Coal Miner’s Daughter” Christy Martin will participate in 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend festivities set for June 5-8 in “Boxing’s Hometown.”
“With her all-action ring style, Christy Martin endeared herself to boxing fans and thrilled audiences around the world,” said Hall of Fame director Edward Brophy. “The Hall of Fame is so happy that she is returning to Canastota in June.”
Martin turned pro in 1989 and her skill and aggressive style made her the face of women’s boxing and landed her on the cover of the April 15, 1996 Sports Illustrated. During her career, the 5’4 ½ ” Martin won the WBC super welterweight championship in 2009 and compiled a 49-7-3 (31 KOs) pro record that includes wins over Dierdre Gogarty, Melinda Robinson, Belinda Laracuente, Andrea DeShong, Isra Girgrah, Kathy Collins, Mia St. John and Dakota Stone among others. She remains in the sport as CEO of Christy Martin Promotions. Martin was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020.
The Class of 2025 to be honored includes boxers Manny Pacquiao, Vinny Paz, Michael Nunn, Yessica Chavez, Anne Sophie Mathis, Mary Jo Sanders, Cathy “Cat” Davis, Rodrigo Valdez (posthumous), Owen Swift (posthumous), referee Kenny Bayless, cut man Al Gavin (posthumous), referee Harry Gibbs (posthumous), broadcaster / journalist Randy Gordon and television producer Ross Greenburg.
In addition to the new honorees, an impressive array of boxing stars from around the world are set to be in Canastota including Felix “Tito” Trinidad, Michael Spinks, Gerry Cooney, Nonito Donaire, Kelly Pavlik, Ray Mercer, “Irish” Micky Ward and many more.
The grand marshal of the Parade of Champions is actress and producer Sydney Sweeney, who will portray Martin in an upcoming major motion picture.
The 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend is scheduled for June 5-8th in “Boxing’s Hometown.” Many events will take place in Canastota and nearby Turning Stone Resort Casino throughout the four-day celebration including ringside talks, fist casting, fight night, 5K race / fun run, boxing autograph card show, banquet, parade and induction ceremony.
For more information on the 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, please call (315) 697-7095.
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About the International Boxing Hall of Fame
The International Boxing Hall of Fame opened to the public in 1989 and is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the great sport of boxing. Located in Canastota, New York, it serves as a tribute to the world's finest boxers and contributors to the sport, allowing boxing enthusiasts to appreciate and celebrate the rich history and tradition of boxing. The International Boxing Hall of Fame is located at Exit 34 of the New York State Thruway. Click HERE for hours of operation.
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International Boxing Hall of Fame 1 Hall of Fame Drive Canastota, NY 13032 P: 315.697.7095 F: 315.697.5356
TURNING STONE RESORT CASINO
OFFICIAL RESORT CASINO OF THE INTERNATIONAL BOXING HALL OF FAME WEEKEND
The multi-year partnership between Turning Stone Resort Casino and the International Boxing Hall of Fame spotlights the entire region, garnering national attention and boosting tourism in Central New York. The partnership includes a series of nationally-televised boxing events at Turning Stone, culminating every year in June with an elaborate and bigger-than-ever International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend with several exciting events in Madison County and Oneida County throughout the four-day celebration.
