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Conal MacPhee vs Adrian Diaconu
Fight results:
by: Robert Caird
Conal MacPhee came out swinging hard and threw some fantastic combinations in his fight for the Canadian Light Heavyweight title, but Romanian Adrian Diaconu's raw power was at it's best in round one and round two.
In the opening rounds Conal went toe to toe with Diaconu and was hit hard by Diaconu taking 8-counts in both round one and round two. Conal's pre-fight training had built his conditioning perfectly to maintain12 rounds of intense boxing, and the plan was to fight with the same intensity that wore down Willard Lewis giving Conal the victory in April.
In round three and round four Conal began to pull away and outboxed Daiconu, as Conal's body punches were taking their toll. By the end of the fourth round Diaconu went to his corner with a nasty cut over one eye and MacPhee to his corner with a badly cut lip. Conal's cornerman Ken Lacusta worked hard to stop Conal's bleeding , but couldn't reduce the flow and chose to side with the ringside physician and stop the fight.
From all accounts Conal fought with the heart of a true warrior, and has most definately secured a re-match with Diaconu for another crack at the title sometime in the near future.
Everyone at basx training centre wishes to congratulate Conal for putting on such a fantastic fight.
(posted June 8, 2005)

(photo from Eastside Boxing forum)

by Dave Spencer, FightNews Canada
2005-06-04
Adrian Diaconu mange to put Conal MacPhee down twice in the first two rounds before stopping him with a TKO victory at 3:00 minutes of the fifth round, winning the Canadian light-heavyweight championship. Ringside physician Dr Meunier determined that the bleeding to the mouth of MacPhee was too excessive to allow the fight to go on. While his corner were in agreement with the stoppage, MacPhee who had been coming on a little and outboxing the hard-hitting Romanian was devastated afterwards. MacPhee though simply suffered too much punishment in the early going, falling twice to The Shark's big left hand, and when it came time to box, was still eating the majority of the leather being thrown. Diaconu moves to 18-0 with the victory, while MacPhee falls to 10-2-1.
(posted June 8, 2005)

Diaconu : I'll be ready!
written by Dave Spencer, FightNews Canada

2005-06-03

In one of the very few titles that are now vacant on the Canadian scene, Montreal Romanian Adrian Diaconu will be battling Conal MacPhee of Vancouver tonight as Interbox brings boxing back to the Maurice Richard Arena in Montreal. Diaconu, perfect at 17-0, is coming of the first round dismantling of James Crawfowd in his native Romania. "This is my first title ever as a pro," Diaconu told Fightnews, "It's my first belt, and I'll be ready." MacPhee is coming off a victory over former Canadian champion Willard Lewis and sports an 11-1 record.

Diaconu showed that he is a force to be reckoned with, not just in Canada, but also on the world stage with his win over Crawford, a veteran who took Eric Lucas a full twelve the time previous. "I don't think this one was better than any of the others," said Diaconu, "Every fight that I win there is a satisfaction for me." Those fights are coming more and more often as this is Diaconu's third fight in less than three months after a layoff of more than a year, forced mainly by financial restructuring of his promoter Interbox. While Leonard Dorin left his belt on the scales in his infamous non-event with Miguel Callist, Diaconu was left at the altar with no fight as the card went down in flames. "That was the last time I weighed 175, it's a weight I haven't fought at in a while, even before I took a break I was fighting heavier than that. But this is the weight class that is probably best for me; this is my job and I just have to go out and do it. If I was afraid of the making the weight, I shouldn't be in the sport.

"The Canadian title is a great opportunity for me, it will get me a step ahead. It's my job to be ready, I just take things fight by fight."

Diaconu meets MacPhee as part of the Lucian Bute- Jose Spearman card. Tickets are still available and the event will be shown across Quebec at Cage aux Sports restaurants.

(posted June 3, 2005)

MacPhee's Edmonton Training Camp
With Conal Macphee's Light Heavyweight Canadian Title shot less than one week away (June 3rd) Conal's training has been ramped up perfectly for him to becomes the next Canadian Light Heavyweight champion. With Conal's "steam roller" win over the highly regarded Willard Lewis (past Canadian Cruiserweight champ, past WBO Cruiserweight champ, and past Canadian Super Cruiserweight champ) Trainer Ken Lakusta was brought in to peak Conal's speed, power and endurance for the up coming 12 round battle against "the Shark" Adrian Diaconu.
(posted May 29, 2005)

Bute to headline Montreal show
by Dave Spencer, FightNews Canada
Undefeated Lucian Bute puts his perfect 12 win, 12 knockout, record on the line and Adrian Diaconu clashes with Conal MacPhee for the vacant Canadian light-heavyweight championship as Interbox returns boxing to the Maurice Richard Arena in Montreal Friday June 3rd. Bute will be defending his NABA super-middleweight title as he meets up with Jose Spearman (23-8-3), an opponent he was originally supposed to face in Romania last month before the Ohio native had to pull out due to passport troubles. It will be Bute's first headline appearance in Montreal as he continues to excel and excite crowds, gaining experience each step of the way. "He has a definite charisma in the ring," said trainer Stephane Larouche, "That's definitely something you can't learn or manufacture." The Diaconu-MacPhee bout will one of the remaining vacancies left on the Canadian title scene. Also on the card will be an eight-round battle between Martin Berthiaume and Martin Desjardins. Rounding out the six-bout card will be Benoit Gaudet against Martin Huppe with David Whittom and Antonin Decarie also seeing action.
(posted May 29, 2005)

Amateur Boxing Card at basx training centre
basx members and friends were treated to some fantastic amateur boxing action Saturday May 28. Kevin Howard put together another great card of 18 local boxers show caseing North Shore's newest "up and comer" Gabriel Castellanos along with the seasoned vetran and 2002 Commonweath Light Heavyweight champion Jegbefumere Bone Albert. With over 200 people in attendance and boxers coming from all corners of BC the event was a total success.
(posted May 29, 2005)

MacPhee's Training Camp
With Conal MacPhee's June 3rd title fight with Adrian Daiconu just under 2 weeks away, the action in the ring is nothing short of spectacular! A handfull of basx training Boxer Fit participants were lucky enough to drop by the gym and watch 8 rounds of sparring and lots of hard core heavy bag training.
Conal MacPhee cranked off some of the his best boxing ever against two talented sparring partners James Cermak and "Mad" Max Heyman.
Heyman made the trip up from Eddie Mustafa's gym in Vegas to help Conal in his pursuit of the Canadian title. Heyman and MacPhee first met each other a few years ago at
Eddie Mustafa's gym and spent a few years there training together. Here in basx training centre's ring, it was a real treat to watch Heyman and MacPhee throw the leather.
With Ken Lakusta giving plenty of verbal support and technical guidance Conal's boxing skills got better and better as the rounds went by.
Tomorrow (Monday May 23) Ken Lakusta, takes Conal, James and Max to Edmonton for a couple of days training at Ken Lakusta's gym The Cougar Boxing Gym before heading to Montreal for the fight with Adrian Daiconu

Conal MacPhee sparring with "Mad" Max Heyman

James Cermak watches as "Mad" Max Heyman fires a quick jab at MacPhee

Ken Lakusta explaining corner control with Conal between the rounds.

James Cermak watches as MacPhee catches and trows back at Heyman's jab.

Kenny talks to the fighters after 8 rounds of sparring practice, 4 rounds with Cermak and 4 rounds with Heyman.

Further down the food chain
After Conal was done with the ring work two of basx training centre's "up and comers" Jaime Walton and Pete Richie were able to put on the gear and move around with one of Canada's best Cruiserweights James Cermak. It was a fantastic learning experience for the new boxers, as James worked with the boxers at their level.

James Cermak pulls back as Jaime Walton comes in with his guard up.

Ken Lakusta watches closely as Jaime and James spar.

James Cermak puts some pressure on Pete Richie

Pete Richie fires a jab to counter Cermak's jab

(posted May 22, 2005)

Professional sparring action at basx
Conal MacPhee's training camp brings in some great sparring action at basx.
Ken Lakusta brings Canada's newest "up and coming" Cruiserweight James Cermak for
11 rounds of sparring practice for Conal MacPhee's June 3rd title fight against
Adrian Daiconu.

Read about Cermak and Conal's last big win:
Cermak and Henney
Raise the Roof
as MacPhee's conditioning proves to be too much for Lewis

Ken Lakusta comes from a huge professional boxing background with 46 pro bouts that include boxing greats; Francois Botha, David Tua, Razor Ruddock, Willie DeWitt, Trevor Berbick, George Foreman and Larry Holmes.

Ken Lakusta, James Cermak, Robbie Dellapenna, Robert Caird, Conal MacPhee

Ken Lakusta and Robbie Dellapenna coaching from the corners as James Cermak throws a hard jab at Conal MacPhee's defence.

Conal steps in with a hard left hook as James Cermak
keeps his guard in good position.

"sweet science" in action: Conal thows left hook as James counters
with a right upper cut

Ken Lakusta watching as MacPhee and Cermak move in to
exchange punches.

All the participants of the Learn to Box and Boxer Fit were lucky enough to be on hand and train as these two talented professional boxers honed their sparring skills. No other boxing gym offers this kind of opportunity to watch or train with such incredible examples of skill and expertise.
Only at basx training centre can you have access to seasoned professionals like Ken Lakusta, Robbie Dellapenna, Gerry Veeresamy, James Cermak and Conal MacPhee and add to that NCCP certified coaches and BCRPA certified Personal Trainers and Group Aerobic Instructors available 6 days per week!

(posted May 19, 2005)

basx boxing hits the big screen
On May 10th, 2005 basx training centre became the home for a new reality series named The Player. Creater/Director Lawrence McDonald of Urban Media brought in a filming crew and with the help of Cornermen Robert Caird and Robbie Dellapenna, and the boxing action of Conal MacPhee and Fabian Gujral. Filmmaker Lawrence McDonald and the crew caught some fantastic boxing action.


Conal and Fabian sparring for the carmeras


Conal and Fabian coming back to the corners after the round


Robert working with Fabian, Robbie working with Conal


Fabian and Conal doing the post fight interviews

(posted May 12, 2005)

Conal MacPhee to fight for the Title
Bute to headline Montreal show
http://www.fightnews.ca/

by Dave Spencer, FightNews Canada

Undefeated Lucian Bute puts his perfect 12 win, 12 knockout, record on the line and Adrian Daiconu clashes with Conal MacPhee for the vacant Canadian light-heavyweight championship as Interbox returns boxing to the Maurice Richard Arena in Montreal Friday June 3rd. Bute will be defending his NABA super-middleweight title as he meets up with Jose Spearman (23-8-3), an opponent he was originally supposed to face in Romania last month before the Ohio native had to pull out due to passport troubles. It will be Bute's first headline appearance in Montreal as he continues to excel and excite crowds, gaining experience each step of the way. "He has a definite charisma in the ring," said trainer Stephane Larouche, "That's definitely something you can't learn or manufacture." The Diaconu-MacPhee bout will one of the remaining vacancies left on the Canadian title scene. Also on the card will be an eight-round battle between Martin Berthiaume and Martin Desjardins. Rounding out the six-bout card will be Benoit Gaudet against Martin Huppe with David Whittom and Antonin Decarie also seeing action.

Conal at the basx training centre, working the ring with Robbie as he keeps his skills sharp for June 3rd.

(Posted Thursday May 7, 2005)

basx boys stepping into the ring
www.soyouwannafight.com
Frank Crane Arena
Friday May 27, 2005
6:00pm

Two new but very game boxers are taking their newly learnt boxing skills to Nanaimo to test their talants against other boxers in Nanaimo's latest So You Wanna Fight tournament.
With four differant weight divisions, 12 ounce gloves, 2 one minute rounds and $1000 up for grabs, the competition is sure to be tough.

Pete Richie
Light Weight Contender

"White Knuckles" Walton
Heavy Weight Contender

Good Luck Boys!
(Posted May 6, 2005)

Conal MacPhee moves up!
Conal MacPhee is rising to the top after a flawless performance.
For all the news go to:
http://www.canadianproboxingscene.com/

April 23, 2005
Edmonton, Canada / Shaw Convention Centre
Promoter: 7X Promotions
At Ringside: Warren Rutherford

Conal McPhee (L) and Willard Lewis exchange at close quarters.
Conditioning was the key to victory for Conal McPhee, 176, Edmonton, as his constant pressure eventually wore down former Canadian cruiserweight champion Willard Lewis, 175, Lac La Biche, Alberta. Lewis was able to counter McPhee well in the first three rounds, but, with the gas tank on empty, McPhee left him in the dust in the last three rounds, cruising to a six-round split decision victory. With the win McPhee improves to 11-1, Lewis drops to 17-14-3. Official scores: 59-55 x2 McPhee 58-56 Lewis. CPBScene scored it 4 rounds to 2, McPhee.

(Posted April 25, 2005)

For more information: basxtraining@hotmail.com


Home News Photo Gallery Video Gallery Testimonials Links	News Archives (June 8, 2005 back to April 25, 2005 Conal MacPhee vs Adrian Diaconu Fight results: by: Robert Caird Conal MacPhee came out swinging hard and threw some fantastic combinations in his fight for the Canadian Light Heavyweight title, but Romanian Adrian Diaconu's raw power was at it's best in round one and round two. In the opening rounds Conal went toe to toe with Diaconu and was hit hard by Diaconu taking 8-counts in both round one and round two. Conal's pre-fight training had built his conditioning perfectly to maintain12 rounds of intense boxing, and the plan was to fight with the same intensity that wore down Willard Lewis giving Conal the victory in April. In round three and round four Conal began to pull away and outboxed Daiconu, as Conal's body punches were taking their toll. By the end of the fourth round Diaconu went to his corner with a nasty cut over one eye and MacPhee to his corner with a badly cut lip. Conal's cornerman Ken Lacusta worked hard to stop Conal's bleeding , but couldn't reduce the flow and chose to side with the ringside physician and stop the fight. From all accounts Conal fought with the heart of a true warrior, and has most definately secured a re-match with Diaconu for another crack at the title sometime in the near future. Everyone at basx training centre wishes to congratulate Conal for putting on such a fantastic fight. (posted June 8, 2005) (photo from Eastside Boxing forum) by Dave Spencer, FightNews Canada 2005-06-04 Adrian Diaconu mange to put Conal MacPhee down twice in the first two rounds before stopping him with a TKO victory at 3:00 minutes of the fifth round, winning the Canadian light-heavyweight championship. Ringside physician Dr Meunier determined that the bleeding to the mouth of MacPhee was too excessive to allow the fight to go on. While his corner were in agreement with the stoppage, MacPhee who had been coming on a little and outboxing the hard-hitting Romanian was devastated afterwards. MacPhee though simply suffered too much punishment in the early going, falling twice to The Shark's big left hand, and when it came time to box, was still eating the majority of the leather being thrown. Diaconu moves to 18-0 with the victory, while MacPhee falls to 10-2-1. (posted June 8, 2005) Diaconu : I'll be ready! written by Dave Spencer, FightNews Canada 2005-06-03 In one of the very few titles that are now vacant on the Canadian scene, Montreal Romanian Adrian Diaconu will be battling Conal MacPhee of Vancouver tonight as Interbox brings boxing back to the Maurice Richard Arena in Montreal. Diaconu, perfect at 17-0, is coming of the first round dismantling of James Crawfowd in his native Romania. "This is my first title ever as a pro," Diaconu told Fightnews, "It's my first belt, and I'll be ready." MacPhee is coming off a victory over former Canadian champion Willard Lewis and sports an 11-1 record. Diaconu showed that he is a force to be reckoned with, not just in Canada, but also on the world stage with his win over Crawford, a veteran who took Eric Lucas a full twelve the time previous. "I don't think this one was better than any of the others," said Diaconu, "Every fight that I win there is a satisfaction for me." Those fights are coming more and more often as this is Diaconu's third fight in less than three months after a layoff of more than a year, forced mainly by financial restructuring of his promoter Interbox. While Leonard Dorin left his belt on the scales in his infamous non-event with Miguel Callist, Diaconu was left at the altar with no fight as the card went down in flames. "That was the last time I weighed 175, it's a weight I haven't fought at in a while, even before I took a break I was fighting heavier than that. But this is the weight class that is probably best for me; this is my job and I just have to go out and do it. If I was afraid of the making the weight, I shouldn't be in the sport. "The Canadian title is a great opportunity for me, it will get me a step ahead. It's my job to be ready, I just take things fight by fight." Diaconu meets MacPhee as part of the Lucian Bute- Jose Spearman card. Tickets are still available and the event will be shown across Quebec at Cage aux Sports restaurants. (posted June 3, 2005) MacPhee's Edmonton Training Camp With Conal Macphee's Light Heavyweight Canadian Title shot less than one week away (June 3rd) Conal's training has been ramped up perfectly for him to becomes the next Canadian Light Heavyweight champion. With Conal's "steam roller" win over the highly regarded Willard Lewis (past Canadian Cruiserweight champ, past WBO Cruiserweight champ, and past Canadian Super Cruiserweight champ) Trainer Ken Lakusta was brought in to peak Conal's speed, power and endurance for the up coming 12 round battle against "the Shark" Adrian Diaconu. (posted May 29, 2005) Bute to headline Montreal show by Dave Spencer, FightNews Canada Undefeated Lucian Bute puts his perfect 12 win, 12 knockout, record on the line and Adrian Diaconu clashes with Conal MacPhee for the vacant Canadian light-heavyweight championship as Interbox returns boxing to the Maurice Richard Arena in Montreal Friday June 3rd. Bute will be defending his NABA super-middleweight title as he meets up with Jose Spearman (23-8-3), an opponent he was originally supposed to face in Romania last month before the Ohio native had to pull out due to passport troubles. It will be Bute's first headline appearance in Montreal as he continues to excel and excite crowds, gaining experience each step of the way. "He has a definite charisma in the ring," said trainer Stephane Larouche, "That's definitely something you can't learn or manufacture." The Diaconu-MacPhee bout will one of the remaining vacancies left on the Canadian title scene. Also on the card will be an eight-round battle between Martin Berthiaume and Martin Desjardins. Rounding out the six-bout card will be Benoit Gaudet against Martin Huppe with David Whittom and Antonin Decarie also seeing action. (posted May 29, 2005) Amateur Boxing Card at basx training centre basx members and friends were treated to some fantastic amateur boxing action Saturday May 28. Kevin Howard put together another great card of 18 local boxers show caseing North Shore's newest "up and comer" Gabriel Castellanos along with the seasoned vetran and 2002 Commonweath Light Heavyweight champion Jegbefumere Bone Albert. With over 200 people in attendance and boxers coming from all corners of BC the event was a total success. (posted May 29, 2005) MacPhee's Training Camp With Conal MacPhee's June 3rd title fight with Adrian Daiconu just under 2 weeks away, the action in the ring is nothing short of spectacular! A handfull of basx training Boxer Fit participants were lucky enough to drop by the gym and watch 8 rounds of sparring and lots of hard core heavy bag training. Conal MacPhee cranked off some of the his best boxing ever against two talented sparring partners James Cermak and "Mad" Max Heyman. Heyman made the trip up from Eddie Mustafa's gym in Vegas to help Conal in his pursuit of the Canadian title. Heyman and MacPhee first met each other a few years ago at Eddie Mustafa's gym and spent a few years there training together. Here in basx training centre's ring, it was a real treat to watch Heyman and MacPhee throw the leather. With Ken Lakusta giving plenty of verbal support and technical guidance Conal's boxing skills got better and better as the rounds went by. Tomorrow (Monday May 23) Ken Lakusta, takes Conal, James and Max to Edmonton for a couple of days training at Ken Lakusta's gym The Cougar Boxing Gym before heading to Montreal for the fight with Adrian Daiconu Conal MacPhee sparring with "Mad" Max Heyman James Cermak watches as "Mad" Max Heyman fires a quick jab at MacPhee Ken Lakusta explaining corner control with Conal between the rounds. James Cermak watches as MacPhee catches and trows back at Heyman's jab. Kenny talks to the fighters after 8 rounds of sparring practice, 4 rounds with Cermak and 4 rounds with Heyman. Further down the food chain After Conal was done with the ring work two of basx training centre's "up and comers" Jaime Walton and Pete Richie were able to put on the gear and move around with one of Canada's best Cruiserweights James Cermak. It was a fantastic learning experience for the new boxers, as James worked with the boxers at their level. James Cermak pulls back as Jaime Walton comes in with his guard up. Ken Lakusta watches closely as Jaime and James spar. James Cermak puts some pressure on Pete Richie Pete Richie fires a jab to counter Cermak's jab (posted May 22, 2005) Professional sparring action at basx Conal MacPhee's training camp brings in some great sparring action at basx. Ken Lakusta brings Canada's newest "up and coming" Cruiserweight James Cermak for 11 rounds of sparring practice for Conal MacPhee's June 3rd title fight against Adrian Daiconu. Read about Cermak and Conal's last big win: Cermak and Henney Raise the Roof as MacPhee's conditioning proves to be too much for Lewis Ken Lakusta comes from a huge professional boxing background with 46 pro bouts that include boxing greats; Francois Botha, David Tua, Razor Ruddock, Willie DeWitt, Trevor Berbick, George Foreman and Larry Holmes. Ken Lakusta, James Cermak, Robbie Dellapenna, Robert Caird, Conal MacPhee Ken Lakusta and Robbie Dellapenna coaching from the corners as James Cermak throws a hard jab at Conal MacPhee's defence. Conal steps in with a hard left hook as James Cermak keeps his guard in good position. "sweet science" in action: Conal thows left hook as James counters with a right upper cut Ken Lakusta watching as MacPhee and Cermak move in to exchange punches. All the participants of the Learn to Box and Boxer Fit were lucky enough to be on hand and train as these two talented professional boxers honed their sparring skills. No other boxing gym offers this kind of opportunity to watch or train with such incredible examples of skill and expertise. Only at basx training centre can you have access to seasoned professionals like Ken Lakusta, Robbie Dellapenna, Gerry Veeresamy, James Cermak and Conal MacPhee and add to that NCCP certified coaches and BCRPA certified Personal Trainers and Group Aerobic Instructors available 6 days per week! (posted May 19, 2005) basx boxing hits the big screen On May 10th, 2005 basx training centre became the home for a new reality series named The Player. Creater/Director Lawrence McDonald of Urban Media brought in a filming crew and with the help of Cornermen Robert Caird and Robbie Dellapenna, and the boxing action of Conal MacPhee and Fabian Gujral. Filmmaker Lawrence McDonald and the crew caught some fantastic boxing action. Conal and Fabian sparring for the carmeras Conal and Fabian coming back to the corners after the round Robert working with Fabian, Robbie working with Conal Fabian and Conal doing the post fight interviews (posted May 12, 2005) Conal MacPhee to fight for the Title Bute to headline Montreal show http://www.fightnews.ca/ by Dave Spencer, FightNews Canada Undefeated Lucian Bute puts his perfect 12 win, 12 knockout, record on the line and Adrian Daiconu clashes with Conal MacPhee for the vacant Canadian light-heavyweight championship as Interbox returns boxing to the Maurice Richard Arena in Montreal Friday June 3rd. Bute will be defending his NABA super-middleweight title as he meets up with Jose Spearman (23-8-3), an opponent he was originally supposed to face in Romania last month before the Ohio native had to pull out due to passport troubles. It will be Bute's first headline appearance in Montreal as he continues to excel and excite crowds, gaining experience each step of the way. "He has a definite charisma in the ring," said trainer Stephane Larouche, "That's definitely something you can't learn or manufacture." The Diaconu-MacPhee bout will one of the remaining vacancies left on the Canadian title scene. Also on the card will be an eight-round battle between Martin Berthiaume and Martin Desjardins. Rounding out the six-bout card will be Benoit Gaudet against Martin Huppe with David Whittom and Antonin Decarie also seeing action. Conal at the basx training centre, working the ring with Robbie as he keeps his skills sharp for June 3rd. (Posted Thursday May 7, 2005) basx boys stepping into the ring www.soyouwannafight.com Frank Crane Arena Friday May 27, 2005 6:00pm Two new but very game boxers are taking their newly learnt boxing skills to Nanaimo to test their talants against other boxers in Nanaimo's latest So You Wanna Fight tournament. With four differant weight divisions, 12 ounce gloves, 2 one minute rounds and $1000 up for grabs, the competition is sure to be tough. Pete Richie Light Weight Contender "White Knuckles" Walton Heavy Weight Contender Good Luck Boys! (Posted May 6, 2005) Conal MacPhee moves up! Conal MacPhee is rising to the top after a flawless performance. For all the news go to: http://www.canadianproboxingscene.com/ April 23, 2005 Edmonton, Canada / Shaw Convention Centre Promoter: 7X Promotions At Ringside: Warren Rutherford Conal McPhee (L) and Willard Lewis exchange at close quarters. Conditioning was the key to victory for Conal McPhee, 176, Edmonton, as his constant pressure eventually wore down former Canadian cruiserweight champion Willard Lewis, 175, Lac La Biche, Alberta. Lewis was able to counter McPhee well in the first three rounds, but, with the gas tank on empty, McPhee left him in the dust in the last three rounds, cruising to a six-round split decision victory. With the win McPhee improves to 11-1, Lewis drops to 17-14-3. Official scores: 59-55 x2 McPhee 58-56 Lewis. CPBScene scored it 4 rounds to 2, McPhee. (Posted April 25, 2005) For more information: basxtraining@hotmail.com