This past Saturday, bantamweight prospect Asa Stevens was successful in his pro debut as he pounded out a four-round unanimous decision over veteran Francisco Bonilla at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

Stevens, who is managed by Split-T Management under the guidance of Tim VanNewhouse, was impressive as he showed off the boxing skills that catapulted him to become a National Golden Gloves champion and World Amateur champion.

It shows that type of aspirations that Stevens has, as he took on a 17-fight veteran in Bonilla, who himself, has quality wins on his ledger.

Stevens of Waianae, Hawaii won by scores of 39-37 on all scorecards to open up his career at 1-0. Bonilla of Chihuahua, Mexico is 6-9-3.

“The fight was a good fight. I fought a 17- fight veteran, and he was tough. This was my 1st fight in over a year. I boxed well. I made him miss and made him pay. It was a good experience. We are only going to excel from here," said Stevens.

Stevens is promoted by Golden Boy Promotions.

IN OTHER NEWS: The International Boxing Hall of Fame joins the sports community in mourning the loss of Syracuse University All-American, College Football Hall of Famer and Pro Football Hall of Famer Floyd Little, who passed away Friday at his home in Las Vegas. He was 78.

“Floyd Little was a football legend who was synonymous with greatness on the field and humility off the field. He made Syracuse and all of Central New York so proud,” said Hall director Ed Brophy. “We were saddened to learn the news of his passing and we offer our condolences to his family.”

Little attended several Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend events through the years and, in 2018, he attended the Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honoring his friend, broadcaster Jim Gray.

“It was a thrill for the legends of the ring and boxing fans to see him in Canastota. He was always so kind to everyone he interacted with,” said Brophy.