There was a profound Donald Trump, Mark Etess, Tom Cantone and Bernie Dillon era of boxing in Atlantic City, New Jersey in the late 1980’s to 1990’s.
Atlantic City was the boxing Capital of the world during these glory days.
This was followed by a boxing ghost town in Atlantic City.
Now, It’s The Larry Goldberg Boxing Era In Atlantic City
Goldberg grew-up in Margate, New Jersey. Goldberg went on to make his boxing mark in New York City … one of the hardest things to accomplish.
Goldberg Has Forged A Great Partnership With Tropicana Atlantic City
Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Hurley photo.
Goldberg has delivered multiple high-quality boxing cards to Tropicana Atlantic City.
Boxing Returns To Atlantic City On November 7, 2025
Boxing Insider Promotions and Larry Goldberg returns to Tropicana Atlantic City.
The Card
Justin Figueroa returns to box in Atlantic City. Figueroa is a graduate of Holy Spirit High School and he has made a big band for himself in the super welterweight division.
This past August, 2025, Figueroa (13-0, 10 KO’s) won the Junior NABF super welterweight championship.
Figueroa has an opponent on this card, however, the details will not be announced until official contracts are signed.
Figueroa is known as “Mr. Atlantic City,” and, thus far in his boxing career … he has done all of the right things.
Bruce Seldon, Jr. Versus Jose Medina
Undefeated (7-0) Seldon is the son of former WBA Heavyweight Champion Bruce Seldon.
Seldon, Jr. will face Medina in a six-round matchup.
Otto Wallin Versus Chris Thomas
Wallin is a Swedish heavyweight veteran, who has previously faced big names like Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.
This will be Wallin’s third fight in Atlantic City … a 10-round heavyweight bout versus Thomas, who is from New Jersey.
Thomas is known for his punching power.
Other Big Names
Lia Lewandowsji and The Lugo Brothers; Elijah and Nathan.
About This Latest Boxing Card — Larry Goldberg Said:
We’re excited to bring professional boxing back to Atlantic City. This card highlights fighters who could shape the sport’s future, said Goldberg, Boxing Insider promoter.
PAL Amateur Event:
Goldberg is committed to the Atlantic City PAL. Boxing Insider is partnering the Atlantic City PAL for an amateur event on Sunday, November 9, with all proceeds supporting AC PAL youth programs. Tickets for the amateur event are $30 and 540, available at AC PAL, the November 7 event, or at the door.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. on November 7, with the card streaming live on DAZN. Tickets start at $50 and are available through the Tropicana Atlantic City box office or Ticketmaster:
https://www.ticketmaster.com/boxing-insider-live-professional-boxing-atlantic-city-new-jersey-11-07-2025/event/02006337A4E93B1B
Recent Atlantic City Boxing Photos
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Purdy & Harry Hurley photo.
Harry Hurley photo.
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