Emerald Queen Casino, Tacoma, Washington, USA
Start Time: Main Card 6:00 PM PT, Ring Walks ~8:45 PM PT
Bout Type: 6‑Round Welterweight Contest (Prospect Test)
VENUE — EMERALD QUEEN CASINO SHOWROOM
- Location: Tacoma, Washington
- Capacity: ~3,000
- Atmosphere: Loud, intimate, and known for showcasing rising Pacific Northwest prospects
- Ring Size: Standard 20×20
- Commission: Washington State Department of Licensing (Combat Sports Division)
- Notes: Historically favors aggressive fighters due to tight acoustics and crowd proximity
INJURY REPORT
ERIC HOWARD
- No major injuries reported
- Slight left‑hand swelling early in camp — cleared
- Trainer notes improved conditioning and sharper defensive movement
DEDRICK CROCKLEM
- Clean camp, no reported injuries
- High‑volume sparring with no cuts or setbacks
- Strength coach reports peak conditioning and improved punch variety
FIGHTER PROFILES & RECENT FORM
ERIC HOWARD (7‑4‑0, 2 KOs)
- Age: 28
- Height: 5’10”
- Reach: 71”
- Stance: Orthodox
- Last 5 Fights: 3–2
- Recent Form:
- Tough, durable journeyman with underrated boxing IQ
- Known for making prospects uncomfortable
- Has gone the distance in 9 of 11 fights
Strengths
- Good chin and durability
- Solid jab when he commits to it
- Experienced against young prospects
- Can make fights scrappy and physical
Weaknesses
- Low KO power
- Can be outworked by faster fighters
- Defensive lapses in exchanges
- Slow starter
DEDRICK CROCKLEM (6‑0‑0, 3 KOs)
- Age: 22
- Height: 5’9”
- Reach: 70”
- Stance: Orthodox
- Last 5 Fights: 5–0
- Recent Form:
- Rising American prospect with strong amateur pedigree
- Fast hands, sharp combinations, and improving ring IQ
- Has scored knockdowns in 4 of his last 6 fights
Strengths
- Excellent hand speed
- Strong counterpunching ability
- Good footwork and angles
- Calm under pressure for his age
Weaknesses
- Still developing power
- Can get overly patient at times
- Has not yet faced a rugged veteran like Howard
STYLE MATCHUP BREAKDOWN
1. Pace & Distance
- Howard: Wants a slower, physical fight
- Crocklem: Prefers mid‑range boxing with sharp counters
- Crocklem’s jab likely dictates the early rounds
2. Power vs Precision
- Howard: Low power but steady volume
- Crocklem: Moderate power but high accuracy
3. Defense
- Howard: Leaky guard, vulnerable to straight shots
- Crocklem: Good head movement and footwork
4. Conditioning
- Howard: Strong late‑round fighter
- Crocklem: Excellent stamina but still learning pacing
FIGHT HISTORY & RESUME NOTES
ERIC HOWARD
- Has fought multiple undefeated prospects
- Never stopped in his last 7 fights
- Best win: UD over a 9‑3 opponent
- Known for durability and grit
DEDRICK CROCKLEM
- 6‑0 with 3 stoppages
- Strong amateur background
- Last fight: UD over a 5‑1 opponent
- Has never been knocked down as a pro
BETTING TRENDS
ERIC HOWARD
- 8 of last 9 fights have gone the distance
- 3–2 in last 5
- Has never been stopped early
DEDRICK CROCKLEM
- 4 of last 6 fights have gone the distance
- 6–0 overall
- Has scored knockdowns in 4 fights but finishes selectively
MATCHUP TRENDS
- Howard’s durability vs Crocklem’s precision
- Low KO probability early
- Likely a technical fight with Crocklem controlling pace
FIGHT ODDS
Eric Howard + 675
Dedrick Crocklem – 925
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 15, 2026
