Support growing for Horner before pro debut

The pair are expected to be backed by a big following when they step into the ring later this month.

Tickets for the show, at Dene Park, are on sale now, priced at £30 and £50 for ringside seats.

A coach is leaving the Albion in Bridlington, as Horner - a former Bridlington ABC amateur - will be on the same line-up as his Westway club-mate Rhodes, who is also arranging transport for his supporters.

Horner said: “We’ve done really well with ticket sales. It’s great how many people are coming out to support me.

“I know it is not a cheap night out so I really appreciate the support.

“This will probably be the biggest crowd I have boxed in front of, although I topped some good amateur bills.”

Horner takes on 222-fight veteran Kristian Laight and he is confident he is in great shape for his debut.

“I am going to make a statement. I know I have the tools to do the job,” he said.

“Training is going well and I am already at the right weight.

“I will probably get a bit nervous nearer the time. It’s not scary, but it is a new experience and as an amateur, it didn’t affect me because I had done it so many times before.

“I want to get a couple of four-rounders out the way but I know I get stronger as bouts go on so I want to step up to six rounds as quickly as I can.”

Horner has already received support from former British champion boxer and Premiership footballer Curtis Woodhouse, who said on social media: “Looking forward to watching Bridlington sensation George Horner make his debut on my show, I know (promoter) David Coldwell has high hopes for George.

Rhodes, who will be in action for the third time as a pro against Matt Seawright, said: “The support I have received so far is fantastic and I hope that continues.

“I’m looking forward to getting back into the ring now.”

For tickets call Horner on 07850 400493 or Rhodes on 07896 568611.