The regular charity fight nights at the Morecambe nightclub, where untried novice fighters lace up the gloves on the same show as experienced professionals, have pulled in sell-out crowds time and again ever since the first event in 2006.

And the added bonus on Friday night of a guest appearance by former IBF World Heavyweight Champion Tony 'TNT' Tucker gave a certain star power to the proceedings.

Looking immaculate in a dress suit and still in great shape, the American posed for photographs and shook hands with delighted boxing fans.

Highlights of the European Boxing Federation-promoted show included a terrific heavyweight scrap which saw Lancaster's Peter Woodruff defeat Marsh boxing club's Colin 'The Assassin' Roberts on points after an enthralling, if bloody brawl.

Roberts gave everything in an incredibly game performance although Woodruff was the busier and more accurate fighter.

Best friends from Morecambe, Chris 'Irn Bru' Wood and Ants 'Nail Em' O'Neill battled it out, with Wood's weight advantage and superior technique proving decisive over the three-round distance.

This bout was a 'nobbins' fight where fans threw money into the ring afterwards to show their appreciation for the boxers.

In another all-Morecambe clash, Danny 'Tiger' Taylor outpointed Matty 'Big Time' Benson over three rounds – with Benson showing immense heart to survive some huge punches from Taylor.

Morecambe's Lee Newton put on a typically all-action
display but opponent Neil Harwood from Leigh proved a little too good, earning a three-round points win.

Other notable highlights of the show wer a win for Lancaster's Stuart 'KO' Long and a conclusive first-round stoppage victory for Welsh professional Stefan Hughes.

Referee and local promoter Philip Riley was presented with a plaque by representatives from the Lancaster and Morecambe Children's Holiday of a Lifetime Society, the EBF's charity of choice.

Joining Tony Tucker at the show were former Mike Tyson sparring partner 'Big' Joe Egan and former British Welterweight Title challenger, 'Lancaster Lion' Alan Lamb.

All in all, it was a great night only blotted by a few troublemakers who caused a fight in the audience after the show had finished. It's a shame a minority have to try to spoil the evening for everyone else.

Nevertheless, it did not take the shine off another fascinating and atmospheric night of boxing at The Carleton. The EBF hopes to return to Morecambe in the autumn.

* PHILIP Riley has asked for anyone who promised donations to the charity to make them direct to the Children's Holiday of a Lifetime Society.