(JUNE 6) SAN FRANCISCO, CA -
Super Flyweight Casey "Lady Hawaiian Punch" Morton (8-1-3, 1 KO)
of San Francisco, California, will look to win her first world
title as she faces Miyo Yoshida (12-1) for the vacant WBO super
flyweight world title at Makuhari Messe, Chiba City, Japan on
June 19, 2019.
Morton, a decorated amateur, is
now looking to make her dream a reality as she seeks her first
world title. In her last fight she was victorious against Chie
Higano, a fight that took place in the Philippines.
"It is a dream come true to fight for a world title," said
Morton, who is managed by Greg Hannely of Prince Ranch Boxing.
"I am very grateful to everyone who has supported me, but I
couldn't have done it without the help of Victor Conte and SNAC
System, which has helped my career greatly. I am also thankful
for my coach Nonito Donaire Sr., and my manager Greg Hannley. I
am excited to show the world my skills on June 19th."
"Casey Morton is a great body puncher and applies pressure,
unlike any female fighter I have ever seen," said Greg Hannely.
"I am glad to work with her and believe that she is a person,
who will always find a way to be successful. I know she has it
in her to bring home a world title."
"Fighting in Japan is great," Morton continued. "I have been
fighting in China and the Philippines for the last two years and
it has been a wonderful experience. I am so eternally grateful
and thankful to have this opportunity in my career."