04/04/2023
Friday 1st May - Saturday 1st April. 27 shows. 2 prizefighters. £thousands raised. What a record.
Had to take a few days to think about what we wanted to say following The Final Bell. Wanted a status that meant something, not just waffle. Wanted all those Showdown Entertainment has come into contact with to understand just how instrumental you’ve been to our journey.
We’ve been so honoured to have met so many amazing little people facing battles no child should have to face. It’s been an absolute pleasure to have been introduced into your lives and helped in any way we could. It’s incredible to see Hugh, Ethan, Finlay, Lauren & Amelia doing so well and we’ll continue to follow your journey, sending our love and hugs to you all. To your amazing families, it’s been a privilege to have met you all, we wish you well.
We have been able to kit out Ward 18, Waterfall House (& previously the Oncology Ward at Birmingham Children’s Hospital) with Playstations, Xbox’s, Nintendo Switches, Portable DVD players, iPads, arts & crafts, board games and books to name a few. We’ve also been able to provide refreshments for parents and staff. Very overwhelming to say the least. Very humbling.
We’ve also donated to Acorns, both Selly Oak and Walsall. These places are vital and we’re so glad the funds are there to keep it going for a while longer.
We’ve lost some special people over the last 10 years. Lads who have fought on a show or simply came to support. Chris, Simon & Leneto - so cruelly taken far too early and justice never served. We remember you all with such fond memories.
We’ve been immensely proud to have never raised our ticket prices. There was never a need. We provided top shows without having to overcharge supporters. We were able to pay each fighter 50% of their ticket sales, not many other promoters do that. We were still able to fulfill our promises.
It’s been great to see so many people achieve successes after being a part of Showdown Entertainments journey. Lads who have fought on our shows have gone on to bigger stages or started their own promotions. Nice to know we had a hand in all that. We definitely set the bar.
To every single boxer who has stepped inside Showdowns square ring - thank you. Thank you for having the balls to take part. Thank you for committing to the cause. Thank you for rallying support and helping us fulfill promises. Without you, we simply wouldn’t be able to do what we did. Your health, safety and well-being was our priority and this was never compromised. We have worked with two of the highest profile medics in the country - PA Medics and more recently, CS Medics. Second to none. Professional, reliable and on the ball.
To those who have ever purchased a ticket to one of our events. Thank you! You didn’t line our pockets, you can say you had a helping hand in all of our shopping trips. Your money was very well spent & helped put smiles on so many children’s faces. Priceless.
To all of our sponsors over the years. Again, it was never about lining pockets. Never about overcharging companies for the pleasure of advertising their companies. Every single penny from every single sponsor fee was spent on the children & Control the Bleed kits. We are honoured that a few sponsors stuck with us for many years - we simply can’t thank you enough.
We’ve showcased in a few venues over the years. From packing out The Irish Centre, Gibb Street Warehouse, The H Suite, Electric Nighclub, Gatecrasher & ending with the fabulous Pryzm. We’ve worked with some amazing staff, security & hostesses but Bob & Carly at Pryzm bent over backwards for us and it’s been a privilege to have worked alongside you. Thank you.
The Showdown Team. The A Team. Quite simply The Best! Jason, Stewart & Gareth - wouldn’t have wanted to have worked with anyone else. Your loyalty, commitment and friendship means so much to us, you won’t be rid of us that easy..... Not forgetting past team members; Drew, Dan, Wayne & Dexter.
To our own children who have been amazing especially through the stressful times. Always on hand to help if and when needed. We love you so much.
So, The Final Bell. The show which literally had everything. Traditional raw first timers, bloody stoppages, electrifying trilogy and everything else in between including a proposal, and acceptance. Congratulations Ant & Sabrina. Three Showdown Entertainment champions; David, Shannon & Ant.
Thank you to Givans for stepping in for an exhibition. A lad whose opponent had pulled out, still wanted the chance to fight. He did. Danny, Lucien, Alex, Ollie, Gary, Daniel, Jordan, Matt, Ant, Lee, Brows Stewart, Liam, Phil, Cameron, Shaun, Jamie, Claire, Ash, Jake, Luke, Denzel, Ant, Brett & TJ - thank you for being part of the show. Our last show. A memorable show.
Guess all that needed to be said, has been said. It’s been one hell of a roller coaster but one we’ve thoroughly enjoyed. Time to enjoy some uninterrupted family time now. Who knows whether we’ll be back on the scene...... guess you’ll have to wait and see.
Thank you all once again. From the bottom of our hearts. Thank you.
Love to you all
Keith & Michelle 🥊❤️