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USA Today
17-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
How Manny Pacquiao leaned on Raiders for final training before Mario Barrios fight
Manny Pacquiao, preparing to return to the boxing ring at 46 on Saturday in Las Vegas, escaped the suffocating heat Wednesday, July 16. But not as long as expected. The Filipino star did shadow boxing and ab work inside the Las Vegas' Raiders training facility. But with an unexpected breeze outside, Pacquiao did a light jog around the outdoor fields, said Marcus Padilla, the Raiders' Senior Director of Broadcast, who arranged the visit. 'It was awesome,'' Padilla said. Will Carless, head of the Raiders' communications and public relations department, also confirmed Pacquiao's visit. The work was some of Pacquiao's final training before his fight with Mario Barrios, which will be his first since 2021, when he lost to Yordenis Ugas by unanimous decision. The visit began on Wednesday before 8 a.m. when Pacquiao arrived with an entourage of about 15 people that included his trainer, Freddie Roach. Typically, when in Las Vegas for a fight, Pacquiao runs at UNLV. 'I think they're going to have to talk sense in Manny because he would run through Hades and train, and I don't know if he's as concerned about conserving his energy,'' Padilla said before the visit. No luck. Although the temperature reached 88 degrees by 8 a.m., Pacquiao still headed for a walk and light jog around the three outdoor fields at the Raiders' Intermountain Health Performance Center in Henderson – about 12 miles from MGM Grand Garden Arena where Pacquiao will fight Saturday night. Manny Pacquiao's grasp of football Pacquiao's manager, Sean Gibbons, said he wasn't sure if the legendary boxer even knows how many yards it takes to get a first down. 'Manny's passion is basketball and chess,'' Gibbons told USA TODAY Sports before Pacquiao's visit to the Raiders' facility. But Gibbons said Pacquiao has developed a friendship with Camryn Bynum, a safety for the Indianapolis Colts whose mother is Filipino. This is not the Raiders' foray into the world of boxing. Tyson used property owned by Raiders owner Mark Davis to build a gym he used while training for his fight against Jake Paul on Nov. 15. While Tyson lost to the former YouTuber, Pacquiao, who has won world titles in eight weight divisions, is taking on a more daunting, much stiffer challenge. He is seeking to become the first Hall of Fame boxer to win a world title. The WBC welterweight title will be on the line when he fights 30-year-old Mario Barrios, the reigning WBC champion. Pacquiao, who was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in June, has not held a world title since losing the WBO welterweight championship in 2017 to Jeff Horn by unanimous decision. How did Pacquiao's visit materialize Padilla, who is Filipino and president of the Raiders' Asian Pacific Islander group, said his attempt to get Pacquiao to the Raiders fell through in 2009 when the Raiders were still in Oakland. After learning about Pacquiao's comeback, Padilla said, he visited the boxer's training camp in Los Angeles and set in motion the boxer's visit to the Raiders' training facility. Upon Pacquaio's arrival at the facility, Padilla said, the boxer marveled at the facility and said, 'Big. Amazing.'' The Raiders also have made their facility available to soccer superstar Neymar and WWE superstar Roman Reigns, according to Padilla and Kiss.
USA Today
16-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Manny Pacquiao trains at 'amazing' Raiders facility before big fight
Manny Pacquiao, preparing to return to the boxing ring at 46 on Saturday in Las Vegas, escaped the suffocating heat Wednesday, July 16. But not as long as expected. The Filipino star did shadow boxing and ab work inside the Las Vegas' Raiders training facility. But with an unexpected breeze outside, Pacquiao did a light jog around the outdoor fields, said Marcus Padilla, the Raiders' Senior Director of Broadcast, who arranged the visit. 'It was awesome,'' Padilla said. Will Carless, head of the Raiders' communications and public relations department, also confirmed Pacquiao's visit. The work was some of Pacquiao's final training before his fight with Mario Barrios, which will be his first since 2021, when he lost to Yordenis Ugas by unanimous decision. The visit began on Wednesday before 8 a.m. when Pacquiao arrived with an entourage of about 15 people that included his trainer, Freddie Roach. Typically, when in Las Vegas for a fight, Pacquiao runs at UNLV. 'I think they're going to have to talk sense in Manny because he would run through Hades and train, and I don't know if he's as concerned about conserving his energy,'' Padilla said before the visit. No luck. Although the temperature reached 88 degrees by 8 a.m., Pacquiao still headed for a walk and light jog around the three outdoor fields at the Raiders' Intermountain Health Performance Center in Henderson – about 12 miles from MGM Grand Garden Arena where Pacquiao will fight Saturday night. Manny Pacquiao's grasp of football Pacquiao's manager, Sean Gibbons, said he wasn't sure if the legendary boxer even knows how many yards it takes to get a first down. 'Manny's passion is basketball and chess,'' Gibbons told USA TODAY Sports before Pacquiao's visit to the Raiders' facility. But Gibbons said Pacquiao has developed a friendship with Camryn Bynum, a safety for the Indianapolis Colts whose mother is Filipino. This is not the Raiders' foray into the world of boxing. Tyson used property owned by Raiders owner Mark Davis to build a gym he used while training for his fight against Jake Paul on Nov. 15. While Tyson lost to the former YouTuber, Pacquiao, who has won world titles in eight weight divisions, is taking on a more daunting, much stiffer challenge. He is seeking to become the first Hall of Fame boxer to win a world title. The WBC welterweight title will be on the line when he fights 30-year-old Mario Barrios, the reigning WBC champion. Pacquiao, who was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in June, has not held a world title since losing the WBO welterweight championship in 2017 to Jeff Horn by unanimous decision. How did Pacquiao's visit materialize Padilla, who is Filipino and president of the Raiders' Asian Pacific Islander group, said his attempt to get Pacquiao to the Raiders fell through in 2009 when the Raiders were still in Oakland. After learning about Pacquiao's comeback, Padilla said, he visited the boxer's training camp in Los Angeles and set in motion the boxer's visit to the Raiders' training facility. Upon Pacquaio's arrival at the facility, Padilla said, the boxer marveled at the facility and said, 'Big. Amazing.'' The Raiders also have made their facility available to soccer superstar Neymar and WWE superstar Roman Reigns, according to Padilla and Kiss.
Chicago Tribune
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Community news: Cultural celebration at Oak Park library, 50th ordination anniversary, more
A Kapwa! celebration took place recently at the Oak Park library, drawing more than 100 community members. The program observed Kapwa!, which honors Asian Pacific Islander Desei American Heritage Month. The event featured traditional clothing, literary works, delicious food, arts and crafts stations and live music. The event was supported by Oak Park and River Forest High School's Pan-Asian Leadership Society, or PALS, local Asian Pacific Islander Desi Americans and the Village of Oak Park. A special Mass in honor of Rev. Michael O'Keefe's 50th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood is planned for 2 p.m. July 13 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 8404 S. Cass Ave., Darien. O'Keefe served as associate pastor at Our Lady of Mount Carmel from 1994 to 2000 and as pastor from 2006 to 2022, counseling, teaching and coaching students at Mount Carmel. After he retired, he continued to be an active presence there. An informal reception will follow at the church. The public is invited. Information is available at 630-852-3303. Swifties of all ages are invited to view the Laser Taylor Swift cosmic light show at 8:30 p.m. every Saturday in July at Triton College Cernan Earth and Space Center, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove. The 45-minute show features thousands of stars, dazzle laser lights and stunning visual effects, all set to the music of Grammy Award winner Taylor Swift. 'It's been a long time coming, but whether you missed the Eras Tour or want to relive the excitement, this is your chance to dress up, wear your friendship bracelets and celebrate your favorite songs under the stars,' Cernan Center Director Kris McCall said via a news release. Tickets cost $5 for children 2 to 17 years old and for those 55 and older and $10 for adults. They only are sold in the center's Star Store the day of the show starting at 6:30 p.m. Triton students, staff and faculty are admitted free with a valid ID. The center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays to Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. Information is available at The third annual Disability Pride Month March and Rally takes place July 12 at the Oak Park Public Library, 834 Lake St., with participants marching around the main library and plaza starting at 11 a.m. Attendees are invited to make signs and ribbon wands from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. before the parade. Another program celebrating the month is Craft Corner from 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 15. Kids, families and students in sixth to 12th grade are invited to make disability pride buttons and fidgets. Registration is required for both events. Do so online or by calling the library 708-383-8200. Several members of the women's bowling team at Lewis University in Romeoville earned All-Academic recognition for the 2024-25 school year from the National Tenpin Coaches Association for a GPA of 3.4 or higher. Individual winners included Ailyn Aguilar of Franklin Park and Katharine Svehla of Elmhurst. Svehla had a GPA of 4.0. In addition, the Flyers also received the team award, which goes to all teams that earned a 3.2 GPA or better. The team had a GPA of 3.25. The La Grange Business Association hosts its 51st annual craft fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 12 and 13 along La Grange Road in downtown La Grange. 'Recognized as one of the top 200 craft fairs in the nation, this highly anticipated event offers a treasure trove of handcrafted wonders, from intricate jewelry to stunning ceramics, textiles, woodworking, and more,' a news release notes, with 'each piece lovingly crafted by artisans from across the country.' Information is at or by calling 708-582-6510. Fans of Ferraris will find plenty to like when the annual Festa Ferrari returns 1 to 4 p.m. July 13 at Burr Ridge Village Center, 900 Village Center Drive. Upscale shopping, fine cuisine and plenty of the iconic cars will be featured. Musical guest Swing Forward will perform, as well as other entertaining acts. Food and drinks will be served from 1 to 4 p.m. at Pella Signature. A private VIP reception takes place from 4 to 6 p.m. at Eddie Merlot's, with proceeds going to the West Suburban Humane Society. The volunteer-based, animal welfare organization that cares for up to 25 dogs and 60 cats and even more in foster homes. Tickets are available at For information call 630-654-2782. Send news to pioneerwest@
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
77 units of affordable housing for seniors now open in Tacoma. Details here
On May 21, elected officials, leaders from the Asia Pacific Cultural Center, and project partners gathered in Tacoma's Lincoln District to celebrate the opening of an affordable project aimed at providing a dignified way of living for the community's elders. Patsy Surh Place, in the heart of Tacoma's Lincoln District at 3740 S. G St., offers 77 units of housing for Asian Pacific Islander elders and other low-income seniors. The project, which will be co-owned and managed by the Low-Income Housing Institute (LIHI) and Asia Pacific Cultural Center, is named after community leader and artist Patsy Surh O'Connell. O'Connell immigrated to America as a student from Korea in 1963. She established the Asia Pacific Cultural Center in 1996 and was instrumental in creating the Korean American Artists Association of Washington State. The new six-story building features 47 studio apartments and 30 one-bedroom units, all designated for seniors earning up to 30% and 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI). According to recent U.S. Census Bureau data from 2023, Tacoma's household AMI is $83,857. As of the grand opening, all but 11 units had been leased. During the grand opening ceremony, Sharon Lee, the executive director of LIHI, said 20 of the units would be reserved for homeless veterans who could be eligible for vouchers through the Tacoma Housing Authority. Its amenities include a community lounge, multipurpose room, gallery space, outdoor courtyard, and on-site laundry facilities. The building includes commercial space for small businesses along South 38th Street. Executive director of the Asia Pacific Cultural Center, Faaluaina Pritchard, said there are plans to incorporate cross-generational programs that encourage senior residents to visit and engage with younger generations in the community to share stories and cultural knowledge. 'This project, you can mark my words, will be a model for senior housing,' Pritchard said. 'Because it is our culture to take care of our elders.' During the ceremony Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards said the project is part of a larger investment in Tacoma's Lincoln District and marks a 'remarkable transition' for the neighborhood. 'Seniors deserve to age with dignity in the community they love,' she said. 'This is what equity in housing looks like.' She noted the city has invested roughly $10 million into the infrastructure and modernization investments into Lincoln District as part of an effort to revitalize the historic international business community. 'We believe in this neighborhood,' Woodards told the crowd. Pritchard said the Asia Pacific Cultural Center hopes to secure funding to build a second affordable housing complex directly adjacent to Patsy Surh Place in the near future. The $36 million project was made possible by multiple public funding contributions, including $18.5 million from the National Equity Fund through Low Income Housing Tax Credits, $5.4 million from the Washington State Department of Commerce, and $7 million from Pierce County made available through the Maureen Howard Affordable Housing Act. The Maureen Howard Affordable Housing Sales Tax, named after a prominent advocate for the homeless in Tacoma who died in January 2023, has made available millions in funding for affordable housing projects across the region. Patsy Surh Place is the latest project to be funded by the county as part of push to create affordable housing stock. 'To fully meet the housing needs of current and future residents, the county needs to produce, on average, over 2,300 units per year of housing affordable at or below 50% of area median income (AMI) through the year 2044,' the county's Housing Action Strategy of 2022 found. 'Over half of these units are needed for households at 30% of AMI or below.' Since its implementation in 2023, the affordable housing fund has contributed to the creation of more than 1,000 units that are either built or in the pipeline, according to Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello.
