Dulorme & Pedraza Take Home Puerto Rican Prospect & Rookie of the Year Awards

Undefeated rising stars, Thomas Dulorme (13-0, 10 KOs), and Jose “The Sniper” Pedraza (6-0, 5 KOs), received awards from Puerto Rico’s boxing commission for their astonishing accomplishments in the ring.

After capturing the NABA USA welterweight title, Dulorme was voted “2011 Prospect of the Year“, winning five bouts, three by knockout.

“It’s a great honor to be recognized by the boxing commission here in Puerto Rico for what I’ve done in the ring,” said Dulorme.  “Every time I step in the ring, I fight for Puerto Rican fans around the world.  I’m happy to receive this award.”

Pedraza received the honor of  “2011 Rookie of the Year“, capturing the WBC Youth super featherweight title, after knocking out five of his six opponents to start his professional career.

“I’m extremely happy with the start of my professional career,” stated Pedraza. “My promoters are doing a fantastic job keeping me busy.  Puerto Rico’s boxing commission has acknowledged my success and I’m delighted to receive the “Rookie of the Year” award on their behalf.  I’m excited about my future.”

Gary Shaw, who promotes both fighters with Javier Bustillo and Lou DiBella stated, “I’ve always admired the Puerto Rican boxing commission for their fair dealings with fighters.  Dulorme and Pedraza are two of the best young prospects to ever come off the Island and they both encompass great character.  I’m proud to be representing these two fine young men and the goal is to make them both world champions.”

Javier Bustillo added, “Dulorme and Pedraza are immensely talented and represent the pride of Puerto Rican boxing.  I’m please that their actions in the ring were recognized by the Puerto Rican boxing commission.  Puerto Rico has a tremendous tradition for bringing some of the best athletes to the sport of boxing and both of these great fighters fit that mold.”