By Reynaldo Sanchez

Henry Rivalta and Garry Jonas' PROBox Management have added another young prospect to an already growing stable. The most recent to join the team is 18-year old Antonio "Bang" Williams, a hot amateur from Florida who will make his pro debut in February.

"We are very pleased," Rivalta told BoxingScene.com. "Williams was one of the best fighters in the Florida State as amateur, and he compiled a record of 105-14. This young man has the talent to become a future star for boxing."

As an amateur, Williams - who hails from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida - managed to participate in and win some of the most demanding tournaments throughout the U.S. Among his accolades are the National Silver Gloves, Ring Side World, Jr Golden Gloves, Vegas National Champion, and twice Florida Golden Gloves Champion.

"I am pleased with the agreement we reached with Mr. Rivalta and PROBOX. And I’m convinced it was the best decision and know that we are alongside the best team to achieve our goals," said Macy Braziel coach and Williams father.

Williams' pro debut will take place in February in Aguascalientes, Mexico.

"Antonio and his coach, told us that they are ready to jump in professional boxing, and we will make its debut in Mexico, versus an opponent to be announced in the near future," Rivalta said. "For a long time I have followed Antonio’s career. From the first time I saw him, I knew the boy had the talent to make it big as a boxer. Now, at 18 years and a lengthy amateur background we will build his career to help him achieve all of his goals in the pros."

Given his still young age, there was the option of remaining in the amateurs for a few more years, if not making a run for the 2016 U.S. Olympic boxing team then perhaps the 2020 squad at age 22. The decision was instead made to take his game to the next level

"I think it was the best for me, amateur boxing gave me great joy... but it's time to put it behind us and go on my way to the pros," Williams noted. "I thank everyone who helped me in my amateur career, never forget those days. I'm young, I know what I want and with the help of God, my family and PROBOX I am going to achieve my goals."