Antuofermo has appeared in several motion pictures, among them, "The Godfather", and "Goodfellas.", but it is in the boxing arenas where Vito is a big crowd favorite among fans.

Few champions of his era was able to match Antuofermo in popularity. This is evident by the crowds that still cheer him whenever Antuofermo attends a show. Vito has attended H.A.D. Fundraisers on many occassions, taking pictures with youths and presenting them with certificates, to help build their self esteem and make them feel important in society. Vito is committed in helping H.A.D. with his services in the years to come.

For the past few years, Atlas has been an enthusiastic supporter of H.A.D., attending events whenever his schedule allows, and a busy schedule it is, Atlas is a full time commentator for the ESPN Friday Night Fights, and will be serving the same role when he teams up with Marv Albert on NBC, for this years Summer Olympics. Atlas, on camera time, is not limited to boxing events. Teddy has gone Holywood, appearing in several motion pictures, the last being "Play it to the bone", starring Woody Harrelson and Antonio Banderas.

Atlas is best known as a world-renowned trainer. Teddy trained a young Mike

Tyson in the amateurs. Other champions who Atlas worked with, at one time or another, are Donny Lalonde, Simon Brown, Barry McGuigan, and Junior "Poison" Jones.

Antuofermo has appeared in several motion pictures, among them, "The Godfather", and "Goodfellas.", but it is in the boxing arenas where Vito is a big crowd favorite among fans.

Few champions of his era was able to match Antuofermo in popularity. This is evident by the crowds that still cheer him whenever Antuofermo attends a show. Vito has attended H.A.D. Fundraisers on many occassions, taking pictures with youths and presenting them with certificates, to help build their self esteem and make them feel important in society. Vito is committed in helping H.A.D. with his services in the years to come.

Ortiz's reign as lightweight champion lasted from 1962 to 1968. Ortiz won the title from another Hall of Famer, Joe Brown. Carlos then lost it to Ismael Laguna in 1965, but regained it from Laguna before the year was out!

Ortiz has been working with H.A.D. for the past ten years--longer than any other celebrity! Carlos has made presentations, to hundreds of H.A.D. youths who participated in H.A.D.'s activities.

Although he is primarily known for his boxing endeavors, Breland is also an actor of ability. Mark had a prominent role in the motion picture "Lords of Discipline." He has also appeared in other motion pictures as well. Mark has appeared in motion pictures that were directed by Spike Lee.

Emile Griffith is a six-time former World Champion, having held titles in the Welterweight Division three times, the Junior Middleweight once, and the Middleweight Crown twice. His career spanned from 1958 to 1977. Griffith's final ring record was 85-24-2 (23). In 1990, in Canastota, Emile was inducted into the Inaugral Class of Hall Of Famers--the highest honor a boxer can receive.

Griffith's fight with Nino Benvenuti, on March 4th, 1968, opened the current Madison Square Garden. Emile has appeared in its main arena more than any other boxer in history. generally drawing accolades as one of the top fighters of his era.

Griffith has been associated with the H.A.D. Organization practically from its inception.

LaPorte made two successful defenses of his title before losing it to Wilfred Gomez on points in Puerto Rico. Sanchez, Pedroza, and Gomez are all members of the International Boxing Hall of Fame.

LaPorte retired in 1999 with a 40-17 (22) record.

Outside of becoming champion, the highlight of LaPorte's career may have occurred on August 22, 1981 in Nevada, when he won the USBA Featherweight title by knocking out Rocky Lockridge in two rounds. Lockridge would later become a world champion.

Over the course of his career, LaPorte boxed 12 men who held a version of world title. LaPorte was a crowd pleaser who never failed to give his best inside the ring. Juan is also the vice president of Ring 8, a boxing organization which helps retired fighters. Juan is currently working with the New York City Housing Department. His duties are to find places where he can convert into a Boxing Gym for the community.

Juan LaPorte opened H.A.D.'s office at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 21, 2001. He also attended the kickoff for our upcoming Fashion and Entertainment Show, where he will be an Honored Guest. This will be Juan's first appearance @ H.A.D.'s annual fundraiser.

Omer Moshin was born in India. He started to play volleyball at a very young age. He represented St. Joseph School in Hyderabad (India) at the age of 12, and won the Inter School Championship for the school after 15 years in school history.

At the age of 13, he participated in the group of players with former Indian Prime Minister Rajiu Ghandi for a walk in Delhi at the Indian Independence Day Parade. He was the youngest player to be honored in the history of India. He as well received the Gold Medal from Rajiu Ghandi for his achievements.

Omer Moshin represented India for years in Volleyball as he competed in games of many different countries, including the Asian Games. He won many national championships for his country.

Omer is still very active in sports and also trains kids.

Tonya White, also known as "Delta Dawn", on a job to valet for Steve Armstrong of the W.C.W. Wrestling Federation, stumbled into the world of wrestling. Instead of being the valet, Tonya became a professional wrestler for the Southeastern Pro Wrestling Federation. She has completed Steve Armstrong's wrestling training program. Tonya's greatest achievement is her winning of the Women's Southeastern Pro World Wrestling Championship Belt. Tonya has wrestled all throughout the U.S.A. and around the world, beating every woman in sight, in defense of her championsip.

Tonya has also enjoyed a successful career in acting. Her movie credits include "Valley of Lost Souls", Rustin's "Glory", with actor and singer "Meatloaf", "Guardian Angels", and, soon to be released, "Beyond the Walls of Sleep". Her voice will be heard in the animated feature "Video Girl", as "Marsyn". Tonya's voice also appears in the song "All About the Money" from the "Ooh Wee" CD by Lorenzo Jones.

Tonya has also modeled all over the country, from Los Angelos to New York.

Tonya graduated from Elan's School for Models and Actors. To date, Tonya has appeared in magazines such as "Lady Sports" magazine, "Model Look", "The Liberty News", she has done runway modeling, and has also modeled for numerous calendars.

Because of Tonya's handicap from a burn she received as an infant, Tonya's ultimate goal is to continue her career in acting, modeling and wrestling, in order to become a role model for other handicapped people.