It's not at all odd that Andre Ward would find himself the target of disrespect and derision. I'd love to say that it boggled the mind or even gave pause for thought, but it's all so predictable. Ward returned to the ring after a nineteen month absence Saturday night to pummel no-hope tune-up Paul Smith-- a bout that would serve as the punchline to those intent upon turning … [Read more...]
Malik Scott: Dan Goossen Saved Life, Career and Asked for Nothing in Return
Heavyweight Malik Scott, via videographer Elie Seckbach, talks about the recently deceased promoter Dan Goossen and why he was considered one of the "good guys" in the sport. … [Read more...]
Andre Ward: Who, What, Where, When?
by Eric "Sugar Foot" Duran For being the consensus no. 2, pound-for-pound best fighter in the world, Andre Ward has only fought 3 times in the last 3 years. In fact, he hasn't laced them up in 2014 at all. For the last year, Ward and promoter Dan Goossen have battled it out in the court room. Ward claims Goossen violated the Ali Act. Specifically, withholding … [Read more...]
Statement From Andre Ward Concerning Passing of Dan Goossen
"I was deeply saddened to learn the news of Dan Goossen's passing early this morning. My thoughts and prayers have been with Dan and his family since I received the news of his illness last week. While Dan and I recently had our professional struggles, he was a great man, father and husband. He will be greatly missed by the boxing community. I will continue to keep the Goossen … [Read more...]
Promoter Dan Goossen Passes Away at 64
Dan Goossen, president of Goossen Promotions, has died of complications from liver cancer at the age of 64. Per statement issued by the Goossen family: "It is with overwhelming regret that we announce the passing of Dan Goossen, 64, from complications relating to liver cancer. The sudden news of his diagnosis was very much a private matter and his final days were spent … [Read more...]