"Hottest Rising Star"
After having an impressive 2008 campaign, Jennifer “The Razor” Barber, has been awarded the “Hottest Rising Star” award presented by WBAN.com for the second year in a row: (http://www.womenboxing.com/awards2008.htm). “The Razor” compiled a record of 4-1(2 KO’s) in 2008, running her record total to 8-1 (4 KO’s). During 2008 Barber captured the NABF Featherweight Title in a lopsided victory win versus Brooke Dierdorff. “I am very proud of my performance in 2008. I was happy with the number of fights, as well as having the opportunity to have my first title fights.” After capturing her first title, Barber then fought for her first world title fight. She fought for the vacant WBC Super Featherweight Interim Championship to close her 2008 year. Barber would narrowly lose the fight in a highly disputed and controversially split decision to the hometown fighter Myriam Chomaz. Barber who is ranked #5 WBC, #2 IFBA, #5 WBA, AND #4 WIBA by the various sanctioning bodies has plans to capture a world title in 2009. “My goal this year is to capture a world title and successfully defend it. I also would like to fight on TV and locally in Los Angeles so my fans can have the opportunity to see me fight.” Barber looks to get into action in the upcoming months, so stay tuned to www.JenniferTheRazor.com for details.
Barber's Bid For A World Title Ends In Controversy
In her first bid for a world title, Jennifer “The Razor” Barber fell short of accomplishing her dream of becoming world champion on Thursday November 20. The fight took place in Saint Quentin, Asine, France, where the previously undefeated Barber lost by the slimmest of margins to local fighter 9-1 (7 KO’s) Myriam Chomaz. According to the scorecards, which read 98-93 (Barber), 94-96 (Chomaz) and 95-96 (Chomaz), the winner of the fight was decided by the last round. “I don’t understand that, I clearly won the last round. Late in the fight I could see in her eyes that she had nothing left so I tried to finish strong and dominate the championship rounds,” explained Barber.
Many ringside fans and reporters declared Barber the winning of the WBC Super Featherweight Interim title fight. Including one ring side commentator from Canal+ sports, “She (Barber) clearly won the fight. She’s a terrific fighter. We actually announced her as winning on our telecast… It doesn’t matter what they announced, Jennifer is the world champion in my eyes.” Barber, who falls to 8-1 (4 KO’s), dominated the fight by quickly establishing her razor sharp jab. From the start it looked like Barber had a clear advantage in boxing skills, as Barber repeatedly used her superior hand speed to beat Chomaz to the punch blooding her nose early. By the middle of the fight it seemed that all Chomaz’s game plan was to try to push forward and land a big right hand.
“We knew going into the fight that she was a right hand puncher who liked to come forward. So the game plan was to take advantage of that which Jenny did,” stated Coach Stan Ward, “I thought Jenny fought a perfect fight. She did everything I asked. It was apparent by the decision that the only way for her to win the fight was to knockout the other girl out.” Chomaz had her moments in the fight landing a few big rights but, it seemed Barber always had an answer with flashy combinations of her own. “I don't understand that, I clearly won the fight as well as the last round. She wasn’t very strong as her record made it seem. I felt like I landed the heavier shots throughout the fight,” admitted Barber. The fight was broadcasted locally in France by Canal+ Sport.
Another Road Trip Lands Barber In France
After recently capturing the NABF Featherweight Championship in Denver, CO, Jennifer “The Razor” Barber packs her bags once again. The NABF Champ will travel to Paris, France to battle Myriam Chomaz on November 20th for the WBC Super Featherweight Interim Title. Barber 8-0 (4 KO’s), hails from Northridge, CA, but has only fought three of her eight fights in Southern California. “It’s hard to travel to other people’s back yard and fight them. It takes a lot out of you mentally, because you never know how the judges will score it.” So far in her career it hasn’t matter where she has traveled. The judges have always scored all her fights in her favor. In the 29 rounds she has boxed thus far, only 1 judge has every scored a round for an opponent, which came in her last fight when a judge scored the fight 79-72 for Barber. Coach Stan Ward, who is a former heavyweight great in his fighting days, constantly pushes “The Razor” in training. Coach insisted, “I don’t care where and who she fights because I train her with the old school mentality to fight anybody and any where… I haven’t had a fighter male or female that has the whole package that Jenny does. I know that whoever she fights, her conditioning will allow her skill to prevail in the end.” In contrast, Chomaz who is from Grenoble, Isère, France, has fought all her fights locally in France where she has compiled an impressive record of 9-1 (7 KO’s). The winner of the bout is scheduled to face the current champ Jelena Mrdjenovich next year to unify the WBC Super Featherweight Title.
A New Women's Boxing Star Is Born
Dax & Jennifer Grooms
After winning nine amateur belts, Jennifer “The Razor” Barber 8-0 (4 KO’s) captured her first professional title with a thrashing of Brooke “No Mercy” Dierdoff 4-4-1 (3 KO’s). With a hard fought 8 round unanimous decision Barber captured the vacant NABF Featherweight Title with the win. “It’s such a great feeling to be called “Champion” now. I have worked so hard to get to this point in my career and it feels good to see all the hard work paying off.” Barber opened the bout using her quick snappy jab to keep Dierdoff at bay to unleash her combinations. But a game Dierdoff found a way to bull doze her way in to through her patent over hand right. As the fight wore on Barber started to unleash her lethal combinations as Dierdoff was only left to throw desperation right hands and clinch. “It was hard for me to get into a rhythm tonight because of the excess holding and head butts. I mean those head butts really hurt. I was surprised the ref never took a point for that because it’s illegal,” stated the champ. Barber had Dierdoff in serious trouble numerous times including a knockdown in the 7th off a quick left hook, but Dierdoff manage to hold on for the rest of the fight literally. “I am so proud of her,” admired Coach Stan Ward, “Tonight she showed why she is a true champion, no matter what Dierdorff tried to do she had an answer for it…this is the kind of experience you can’t buy at the gym.” The fight was broadcast live on www.atwsportscast.com. The final judges’ scorecards tallied 80-71, 80-71, and 79-72 all for Barber. This marks the first time Barber has ever lost a single round on any judges’ scorecards in her career. “I just want to say thanks for all my fans that traveled to Denver to watch me fight. It’s been great to have this kind of support every time I fight. I won this one for them,” admitted Barber.
"Around The Clock"
After six hard years of training as a boxer, Jennifer “The Razor” Barber is starting to weep the rewards of being a successful prize fighter. She recently inked a deal with SandMich Productions to produce a documentary entitled, “Around The Clock”. The documentary will embark on Jennifer’s journey as a professional boxer as she makes her way up the ranks in her quest of becoming a world champion. The documentary will give viewers a look inside the life of Jennifer “The Razor” Barber as she trains and prepares for her grueling fights. “My goal is to become world champion and be the face of woman’s boxing. I feel like this documentary allows me to take a step forward towards achieving my goals,” stated Barber. The documentary will be broken up into numerous episodes to allow viewers to continuously follow Barber and the journey of her career. Creator and Producer Terrell Byrd announced, “This is ground breaking… to have one of the premiere fighter’s in the world to allow us to have this kind of inside access is amazing. We want to thank Jennifer and her team for reaching this agreement. We feel by giving fans this kind of insight, it will allow for woman’s boxing to grow and receive the notoriety it deserves.” Barber is currently ranked in the top ten in the world in the various sanctioning bodies, including #6 by WBAN.com. The timing of the agreement couldn’t come better, since Barber battles for the NABF featherweight title on September 20 in Commerce City, CO. To catch a glimpse of Round 1 of “Around The Clock” click the following link: http://www.youtube.com/user/JenniferTheRazor
Barber's Commitment To Her Coach
Jennifer Barber (L) & Coach Stan Ward (R)
After winning an impressive nine belts in the amateur ranks, Jennifer “The Razor” Barber fights for her first professional belt on September 20 in Commerce City, Co. Barber of Northridge, CA is 7-0(4 KO’s) takes on Brooke “No Mercy” Dierdorff 4-3-1(3 KO’s) of Elgin, Il for the vacant NABF featherweight title. “I am excited to have the opportunity to fight for the NABF title… it just makes me want to train harder. It feels good to see that all the hard work and sacrifice is starting to pay off,” stated Barber. Jennifer entered the pro ranks with a sour taste in her mouth losing her last amateur bout in the 2006 U.S. National Tournament in Colorado Springs, Co. “Jenny was upset with the judges decision at that tournament and vowed to me that when she turns pro she won’t leave the fight in the judges hand anymore,” admitted coach Stan Ward. After winning her first two professional fights by unanimous decision (40-36), Barber took a leave of absence from her career working with adolescents a year ago, so she can spend more time training to live up to the commitment she made to her coach. “After my first two pro fights I just didn’t feel like I wasn't performing to my best and living up to my promise, so I decided to sacrifice financially to follow my dream and the commitment I made to my coach. I don’t want any of my fights to be in the judges hands because I don't ever want to lose again.” Since taking a leave of absence Barber has knocked out four of her five next opponents, living up to the promise she made to her coach. For more information on her next fight, which will be for the NABF featherweight title, please visit: www.MileHighBoxng.com, www.JenniferTheRazor.com, or www.TicketsWest.com. Also you can purchase tickets by calling (866)464-2626. Tickets are priced at $50, $35, and $25. The Mile High Pro-Am Boxing Showdown is brought to you by Moonlight Productions.“The Razor” Is Headed To Las Vegas
Layla McCarter (L) & Jennifer Barber (R)
Undefeated female boxing sensation Jennifer “The Razor” Barber 7-0 (4 KO’s) heads to the Orleans Casino in Las Vegas, NV on Friday August 15 where she will be in attendance to enjoy a night of boxing. No Barber won’t be there competing, rather she is there to meet and greet fans during an autograph session. An excited Barber stated, “I love Las Vegas and I love my fans. I can’t wait until I fight in Vegas. It should be a wonderful weekend… I also want to see Layla McCarter fight.” McCarter is 30-13-5 (7 KO’s) and the reigning WBA Lightweight Champion of the world. She will be taking on challenger Loli Munoz 8-4-1 (5 KO’s) as the main event of promoter Frank Luca’s fight card, presented by Crown Boxing. Barber is currently training as she prepares for her NABF Featherweight Title bout later next month in Commerce, CO. “This is far from a vacation for me. My coach has already made arrangements for me to continue my regular workouts while were in Las Vegas.” Barber will have photos and t-shirts for those fans that don’t have their official Jennifer “The Razor” Barber gear.
One on One Interview with "The Razor"
Jennifer “The Razor” Barber talks one on one with Terry Washington of www.rightcrossentertainment.comabout how she got started in boxing, why she waited to get her B.A degree before turning pro and her last fight in Colorado. Listen here: http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=34260&cmd=tc
Barber Gives Delgado A Trimming
Photos & Story By: Chris Cozzone
Jennifer “Razor” Barber, of Northridge, Calif., not only put former IFBA titleholder, Adriana Delgado’s comeback on ice, but she sliced and diced the former champion so badly, Delgado’s corner had no choice but to throw in the towel early in round three. It wasn’t so much a case of ring rust, for Delgado, ending a five-year absence, had been looking sharp at the Hideout Gym in Albuquerque, under the tight scrutiny of the Romeros. It was more about Barber’s ability to wield her double-edged mitts and live up to her nickname, “Razor.”
Delgado was forced on the defensive from the opening bell. Barber’s straight-on aggression, backed by a steady cuffing of jabs and super-sharp right hands, had the former champ seeking refuge all over the ring, to no avail. After regrouping in her corner between rounds, Delgado came out trying to turn the fight around, but Barber turned the one-sided affair from a trimming, to a scalping. The very few counters thrown by Delgado had no effect on Barber, who, not even blinking at Delgado’s close shave counters, was relentless with pressure, and unremitting with her rights and lefts. Delgado came out in the third, her face a bruised and bloody mess, and the punishment continued until, closing in on the first minute, the towel was thrown into the ring.
Actually, it wasn’t a towel at all, but an Adriana Delgado T-shirt, and it came not from her corner, but from a very concerned relative, several rows back, who was screaming, “Stop the fight! Stop the fight!” Time was called by Referee Rocky Stapleton, who consulted with Delgado’s chief cornerman, Danny Romero, who spared his fighter further punishment by calling it quits. This time, it was for real. Official time was 1:02, of round three. “I thought I’d win, but not like that,” said Barber, now 7-0, with four kayos. “Seeing that she’s a former world champ, I didn’t think I’d dominate that easily. “But it’s exactly what I needed. I want three more fights, then a shot at a world title.” Her future a question mark, Delgado falls to 10-3-1, 4 KOs, in her return to the ring. More photos available in photo gallery under the Ring of Fire fight card.
Weigh-Ins From Sky Ute Casino
Today in Ignacio, CO weigh-ins were held for the much anticipated fight between the #6 rated featherweight in the world by WBAN.com Jennifer “The Razor” Barber 6-0 (3KO’s), and the former IFBA bantamweight champion of the world Adriana Delgado 10-2-1 (4 KO’s). Barber weighed in at 119.2 lbs while Delgado topped the scales 119.6 lbs. Both fighters came in under the contracted catch weight of 121 lbs. The fight takes place on Saturday May 31 at the Sky Ute Casino as a part of their Ring of Fire card.
Can "The Razor" Stay Sharp?
After having two dominating performances in front of her southern California fight fans in her two previous fights, Jennifer “The Razor” Barber takes her show on the road again when she takes on Adrianna Delgado of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The fight will take place on Saturday May 31st at the Sky Ute Casino and Lodge in Ignacio, Colorado. Barber who is 6-0 (3 KO’s) is rated the #6 featherweight in the world by woman’s boxing website www.WBAN.com and the #8 featherweight in the world by the IFBA. Barber won numerous amateur titles in addition to being a top ranked amateur; she now looks to improve on her professional rankings. “My goal is to be contending for a title by the end of this year or early next year,” exclaimed Barber, “…my extensive amateur background has made an easy transition for me as a pro. I always felt that I had a more effective style for the pro’s than the amateurs.” Her next fight should be a good test, since her opponent Adrianna Delgado has a solid record of 10-2-1 (4 KO’s) and is the former world IFBA bantamweight titleholder. The fight is scheduled for five rounds at a catch weight of 121 pounds. The first fight begins at 7:00 pm and tickets are priced at: $40, $30, and $25. For more information on tickets and location, visit www.SkyUteCasino.com or call (970)563-3000.
Barber Cruises To Another Victory
In her second consecutive fight in Southern California, Jennifer “The Razor” Barber, 6-0 (3 KO’s) easily controlled Elizabeth Villarreal 5-6-1 (0 KO’s) during a 4 round featherweight bout. The fight took place Thursday April 24, 2008 as a part of the Battle in the Ballroom fight card at the Irvine Marriott. The native of Northridge, CA won the 4 round fight by unanimous decision, which all three judges scored 40-36. Barber put on a dazzling performance in front of a sold out crowd of 1400 plus, she started off fast using her jab and flashy combinations to inflict damage and hurt Villarreal early in the fight. “I wasn’t really satisfied with my performance,” admitted Barber. “I wanted the knockout, but I am happy with the win.” Barber had Villarreal hurt numerous times during the fight to the delight of her fans, where she almost finished off the fight early, but the clever and crafty veteran used very effective timed clinches and head butts to escape trouble. “She was awkward,” added Barber, “she kept ducking and hitting me with head butts. I thought I was cut from one of the head butts.” Barber improves her professional record to a perfect 6-0 and is moving her way up the rankings to contend for a world title.
Can "The Razor" Keep Her Streak Alive?
Two-time national amateur champion Jennifer “The Razor” Barber of Northridge, Ca looks to improve on her undefeated record of 5-0 (3 KO’s). Barber, whose last 3 fights ended in a knockout, looks to keep that impressive streak alive when she takes on Elizabeth Villarreal of San Antonio, Tx. Villarreal is formidable opponent whose has taken on the likes of Kelsey Jefferies and Maureen Shea, has a record of 5-5-2 (0 KO’s). This four round female featherweight clash will take place at the Marriott Hotel in Irvine, Ca on Thursday April 24th. “I am thrilled to be able to be fighting in Southern California again,” stated Barber. Three of her previous fights have been out of town and this will be the first time in her career where she has fought back to back fights in Southern California. “It’s an honor to be home and be able to fight in front of all my fans,” added Barber. The fight is a part of the Battle In The Ballroom series, which is promoted by Roy Englebrecht Promotions. Doors open at 7:00 pm while the fights start at 7:30pm. The event is already sold out, but a few tickets remain at $37 or $30! E-mail JenniferBarber@JenniferTheRazor.com to purchase tickets. Please click on "schedule" on the left for the address to the fight!
World Boxing Hall of Fame Salutes Women In Boxing
Jennifer Barber (L) and Lucia Rijker (R)
“It’s a shame,” exclaimed Lucia Riker, “It is a shame that this is the first event like this.” These comments came during an acceptance speech given at the World Boxing Hall of Fame 1st Annual Salute to Women in Boxing seen in front of a sold out crowd of 350 people. This inaugural event was groundbreaking because no major boxing organization has had an awards banquet solely for honoring women in boxing. This major step has allowed women’s boxing to start receiving more notoriety as their male counterparts. The brilliance behind the event was to acknowledge the growth of women’s boxing and also the influence that women have had in the sport of boxing.
The event took place Sunday March 30, 2008 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in the City of Commerce. Top honors of the night went to Lucia Rijker (Special Achievement Award), Bridgett Riley (Lilly Rodriguez Award), Lorraine Chargin (Female Promoter of the Year), Debbie Caplan (Woman of the Year Award), and Jackie Kallen (Aileen Eaton Award). In addition, current world champions Carina Moreno (WBC Minimum weight), Layla McCarter (WBA Lightweight), and Elena Reid (IFBA Flyweight) received World Champion Recognition Awards. The final honorees receiving Special Recognition Awards, given to Gwen Adair (Referee & Judge), Josie Arrey-Mejia (Program Director/Consultant for Bell Gardens Youth Boxing Club), Jill Diamond (NABF), and Judy Kulis (IFBA). With all these female stars in attendance, it was only fitting to have high profile and pound for pound boxing greats Israel Vasquez and Shane Mosely in attendance, who assisted in passing out the hardware to these extraordinary ladies.
In the final message of the night, which was echoed through numerous recipients' speeches, the ladies urged for all participants to make a commitment to do all they can to bring awareness and outcry to the International Olympic Committee to adopt women’s boxing as a Olympic event in time for the 2012 Summer Olympics.
Barber TKO's Hernandez in 3!!!
Two-time national amateur champion Jennifer “The Razor” Barber improved her record to 5-0 (3 KO’s) with a dominating 3 round TKO of Arizona’s Handi Hernandez 5-3 (3 KO’s). The fight took place on Thursday night as part of the under card of the Best Damn Championship Fight Night Period. Barber started the fight with an impressive first round working off her jab and throwing combinations which battered Hernandez and caused her nose to start bleeding. “Once I busted her nose I knew I had her I just needed to keep my right up and take my time and put my punches together,” admitted Barber. In the second round Barber jumped on Hernandez early with a series of left hooks. She had her pinned in the corner and started to punch in combinations. It looked like the referee was going to put a halt to the fight but Hernandez battled back. The third round began like the second round ended with Barber jumping on Hernandez quickly. She rocked her with a big left hook that had her stumble back in the corner where she just began to unleash a barrage of punches on Hernandez. Hernandez couldn’t do much but absorb the punches and the referee jumped in and stopped the fight 50 seconds into round 3. After the fight Barber stated, “Because of my extensive amateur background I think I need 3 more fights and I will be ready for a championship fight.” Barber has a streak going of three consecutive knockouts in her last three fights.
Jennifer "The Razor" Barber is Back In Action!!!
Two-time national amateur champion Jennifer “The Razor” Barber looks to start off the 2008 year with a bang. After an impressive 2007, the featherweight from Northridge, CA compiled a record of 4-0 (2KO). The skillful Barber is ready to return to action when she faces Handi Hernandez of Tempe, AZ who is 5-2 (0KO). The fight will take place at Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, CA and is promoted by Promoted by Roy Englebrect Events, Hollybrook Regency Inc. and Pechahnga Resort & Casino. The all woman’s card will air nationally February 8 at 11:00pm ET/PT as part of FSN’s Best Damn Championship Fight Night Period broadcast. Ticket prices start at $40 and doors will open at 5:30pm while the fights start at 6:30pm. In the main event current champ Holly Holm takes on Belinda Laracuenta for the IFBA Welterweight Championship of the World. For more information regarding the fights visit www.Pechanga.com, www.IFBA.com, or www.JenniferTheRazor.com.