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The "Money Fight" Redefined At The Fantasy Sports Show

By August 28, 2017January 6th, 2022No Comments

Jennifer Huggins and Virgil Barrow spent the weekend sharing their passion for boxing, the community and ending cancer, at the inaugural Fantasy Sports Show at the International Centre in Toronto.

Jennifer Huggins and Virgil Barrow spent the weekend sharing their passion for boxing, the community and ending cancer, at the inaugural Fantasy Sports Show at the International Centre in Toronto.


The “Money Fight” Redefined At The Fantasy Sports Show


Tens of millions tuned in around the world to watch one of boxing’s all-time greatest pugilists (Floyd Mayweather), go head-to-head with one of UFC’s best fighters (Conor McGregor).  One thing that this weekends “Money Fight” proved, unequivocally, is just how entertaining boxing is to everyone!
Nearly one hundred exhibitors were out this weekend at the inaugural Fantasy Sports Show, while the world got ready to watch one of the biggest fights in history.  The best in their fields were out at the show, including The Fantasy Footballers, PlayLine, Archers Arena and The Toronto Argos, to name just a few.  Guests had the opportunity to explore everything from virtual reality, to learning the ins and outs of drafting your own football team.

Virgil Barrow (FTEC Fight Team Head Coach) traded in the gloves for the clubs as he brushed up on his golf swing.

Virgil Barrow (FTEC Fight Team Head Coach) traded in the gloves for the clubs as he brushed up on his golf swing.

Experts from across the globe showed up and even conferenced in, to help direct people on how to make all their sports fantasies come true!  The Fight To End Cancer team were also out in full force as we begin our search for our FTEC2018 Fight Team.  Sirus XM radio host, Todd Shapiro tried his hand at “The Sweet Science” and said:

“Boxing left me with a boost of adrenaline that lasted over 24 hours!”

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SirusXM Radio Host, Todd Shapiro laced up for his first boxing lesson at The Fantasy Sports Show. He was so pumped after throwing a few punches that he was inspired to take up boxing recreationally.

Photographer: Virgil Barrow | SirusXM Radio Host, Todd Shapiro laced up for his first boxing lesson at The Fantasy Sports Show.  He was so pumped after throwing a few punches that he was inspired to take up boxing recreationally.

Rodofo Valesquez (Canadian National Team Boxer and Fight To End Cancer Ambassador), gives Argos Cheerleader a technical boxing lesson.

Photographer: Virgil Barrow | Rodofo Valesquez, Canadian National Team Boxer and Fight To End Cancer Ambassador, gives Argos Cheerleader a technical boxing lesson.

Michael Bisping (Current UFC Middle Weight Champion), skipped into talk shop and give his thoughts on the Mayweather vs. McGregor fight.

Michael ‘The Count’ Lisping, Current UFC Middle Weight Champion, Skype’d into The Fantasy Sports Show talk shop and gave his thoughts on the Mayweather vs. McGregor fight.

PlayLine Ambassador and Heavyweight Boxing Legend, Riddick Bowe, spent the weekend sharing his sports expertise with sport fans and

PlayLine Ambassador and Heavyweight Boxing Legend, Riddick Bowe, spent the weekend sharing his sports expertise with sport fans.  PlayLine’s goal is to make fantasy sports for everyone – by simplifying the process, focusing on the super star players you know and love, and by offering the biggest cash prizes in all of daily fantasy sports.

Fight To End Cancer has taken the “Average Joe” and turned them into a super athlete since 2012.  The FTEC team ensures they are ready to compete in, arguably, the most physically gruelling sport in the world.  Over sixty men and women have traded the boardroom for the boxing gym,  laced up and stepped into the ring for a sanctioned Olympic style boxing match.  Partnering with The Fantasy Sports Show was perfect timing as we begin to narrow in on our next ten heroes looking to, literally, Fight To End Cancer.
Photographer: Virgil Barrow | Donnie Bruni, Account Executive at the Toronto Argonaut Football Club, was hooked as soon as the gloves went on. Donnie is a FTEC2018 Fight Team hopeful and would be our first fighter representing the Argos.

Photographer: Virgil Barrow | Donnie Bruni, Account Executive at the Toronto Argonaut Football Club, was hooked as soon as the gloves went on.  Donnie is a FTEC2018 Fight Team hopeful and would be our first fighter representing the Argos.

Mikey Singer, Fantasy Sport Show Founder, was one of our first candidates interested in joining the fight.  He showed some incredible skill after his first lesson with FTEC Founder, Jennifer Huggins and Mikey’s chances are looking good for making it onto the FTEC2018 Fight Team.  We would like to take this opportunity to thank Mikey and his team at The Fantasy Sports Show for going above and beyond for everyone, and for helping us to raise funds and awareness for our fight!
If you’re interested in joining the Fight To End Cancer, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more!  You can literally join the fight as a fighter, ambassador or volunteer more info.

DEFEAT IS NOT AN OPTION!