Williams Wins Easy Decision Over Armijo

Rollin Williams defended his California junior middleweight title with a 12-round decision over John Armijo Thursday night at the Irvine Marriott.

All three judges had Williams, of Phoenix, as the winner with scores of 117-110, 115-112 and 115-112.

Williams, who weighed 153 pounds, improved to 20-12-1, with eight victories by knockout. Armijo, at 151 3/4, fell to 11-2-1 with five knockouts.

Armijo, a 29-year-old from Huntington Beach, chased Williams throughout the bout, but Williams responded with combinations and agile footwork, allowing him to win the first six rounds.

Armijo rallied to win the 10th and got a break in the 11th when Williams was penalized one point for a low blow.

Williams, 24, trains in San Diego, making him eligible for the California title. He was making his first defense since knocking out Armando Rodriguez last April to get the belt.