"Along the way, I came to believe that fighters themselves were among the best human beings I knew. They were mercifully free of the macho bullshit that stains so many professional athletes. They were gentle in a manly way." —Pete Hamill It was a hot and humid Sunday in June 1998, and my wife and I decided to stay for the induction ceremonies in Canastota. Usually we leave … [Read more...]
Lou Duva: Legendary boxing trainer & manager passes at age 94
PRESS RELEASE: Paterson, NJ, March 8-Legendary Hall of Fame boxing manager and trainer Lou Duva, the patriarch of one of the most influential families in the sport, passed away today at St. Joseph's Hospital in Paterson, New Jersey. He was 94. He died of natural causes, according to his son Dino Duva. A fiery and charismatic character, Lou Duva's career spanned seven decades … [Read more...]