Press Release: Peter Manfredo, Sr. has been a world champion kick-boxer, he operates Manfredo’s Gym, and trains fighters such as his son Peter Manfredo, Jr., Jessie Brinkley and Edwin Rodriguez. Now Manfredo, Sr. has delved into promoting. On May 17, 2008 he presents “Diamonds in the Rough,” in association with Let’s Get It On Promotions, at Freeport (I.B.E.W.) Hall in Dorchester, Massachusetts. “I decided to venture into promoting to give young pros around here an opportunity to fight without signing a promotional contract,” Manfredo explained. “They don’t want to be restricted by signing with a promoter and I’m not looking to sign anybody. I’m giving them a chance to fight, keep busy, and opportunities to build their records.” Headlining will be middleweight prospect Edwin Rodriguez (5-0, 3 KOs) in the six-round co-main event. Super middleweight Derek Hinkey (4-1, 4 KOs), whose amateur career includes participation in the Olympic Trials, will appear in a separate bout.  A six-round featherweight bout has been added between Castulo Gonzalez (9-5, 3 KOs) and Robert “Don’t Lose” DaLuz (10-11-2, 9 KOs). Tickets are on sale at Freeport Hall and Manfredo’s Gym. Call 401.723.1359 for additional information.