Press Release: Star Boxing has announced the signing of 24-year-old light middleweight Jesus "El Martillo" Gonzalez (24-1, 13 KOs). The Mexican- American southpaw, whose nickname translates into "The Hammer", was at decorated amateur in Arizona, but he turned pro rather than try out for the 2004 Olympic team. His amateur career includes wins over 2004 Olympic gold medalist, Andre Ward, Alfredo Angulo, Sechew Powell and an astonishing four wins over WBC welterweight champion Andre Berto. "We are extremely excited about the signing of El Martillo," stated Star Boxing CEO Joe DeGuardia. "Jesus is a tremendous athlete. His amateur background alone is a testament to what kind of ability he has and what he is capable of. He has a very exciting style and fights in a very exciting weight class... we feel Jesus can compete with any of the top guys out there. I have been waiting for a long time now for an opportunity like this and with Star Boxing it has finally come," said an overjoyed Gonzalez. "I can not wait to add another world championship to the Star Boxing trophy case and be the first fighter since Michael Carbajal to bring a championship home to Arizona."