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Tyson vs Jones

Well, Roy Jones Jr. was intent In post-fight interviews, Mike lots out there begging for a chance
on not getting hit. At 51 years old, Tyson said he intends to continue to be showcased).
his legs are gone, his laser-like fighting exhibition bouts raise
Patrice Volny is one of those
reflexes are gone, and his stamina millions of dollars to donate to
By Jorge Luis young fighters. He is from
is gone. Roy threw one punch at a charity. He also heavily promoted
Montreal, is undefeated at 15-
time, held on to Mike, or tried to his marijuana farm. Marijuana
0, a middleweight (160lbs) and
hit and run. Personally, I thought it is legal in Canada, and in many
is avoided by many top fighters
was sad. parts of the world; however, I run
ello boxing fans! We are a boxing club for youth, and I in Canada and USA. Another is,
Mike looked great physically
Hheading into 2021 in the believe that marijuana and boxing Custio Clayton, a welterweight
but could not catch Roy. Mike
midst of another lockdown and do not mix. Period. That is this (147lbs) from Ottawa and a former
seemed unable to put his punches
Champs Eastside Boxing Club will writer’s opinion. 2012 Olympian who has an 18-
together in 3-4 power-punch bursts
be closed for the month of January. 0-1 record and is also avoided by
like he did in his prime. Had Tyson The undercard for this pay-per-
The closure may be extended into many top fighters in Canada and
connected with a power-punch, view event was not very good.
February of 2021. USA. Why not give some good
it would have been curtains for Light heavyweight (175lbs)
2020 is a year many of us Roy. However, Mike’s stamina and contender, Badou Jack won his bout young talent, who for political
(including yours truly) would like to strength was impressive. He was handily. Badou is a good fighter or promotional reasons are not
permanently delete from existence. not breathing heavily in the late and deserves to be showcased. His regularly given a chance?
However, 2020 did mark the rounds and he was the aggressor opponent, however, was not up I like the fact that Tyson-Jones
comeback of heavyweight-great, throughout the fight. He threw to snuff but showed lots of heart Jr. was an independent promotion.
Mike Tyson against the legendary more punches, tried to make a fight going 8 rounds.

Roy Jones Jr. Yes, I saw the “fight”, of it, and landed more power shots. Year 2020 also brought us No major promoter stood to gain
or “exhibition” as it was termed, However, the all-star unofficial Jake Paul vs. Nate Robinson. and fill their greedy pockets. Mike
on November 28. I, too, was very judging panel “scored” the bout a Jake Paul is a backyard boxer Tyson made it fly and seems to
curious as to what would transpire draw. I thought Mike Tyson won. and “internet sensation” with have surrounded himself with
between these two legends. Period. good business-savvy people who
millions of “followers” and fans.
have good intentions and Mike’s
Simply put, he attracts a certain
Brought to you by Ming & Associates clientele and sells. He does train interest at heart. I am ok with the
old legends boxing each-other and
Athlete of the Month
Athlete of the Month hard and can box a little, punch making money in exhibitions, if
a bit. Nate Robinson is a former
they pass stringent medicals and
NBA basketball player. In this
Cuyler Molinaro instance, NBA = Never Box Again. are fit. If people are willing to pay
Age: 17 Grade: 12 Shame on the California Athletic to see the old guys throw down and
School: St Joseph’s Catholic Secondary School stroll down memory lane, why not?
Hometown: Cornwall, (formerly Chrysler) Commission for sanctioning this
fight! As far as the “celebrity” boxing
The Athlete of the Month for January is Cuyler
Molinaro. Cuyler has been playing hockey Nate Robinson got knocked down and “internet sensations” matchups,

since he was five years old. He currently plays several times over the 2 rounds that I don’t like it. It makes the sport
Junior B hockey with the Char-Lan Rebels as a look trashy. But this is a new age,
forward at center or at right wing. Some of his the fight lasted, the last knockdown
accomplishments include leading the Cornwall being for good. It was a grossly an age of technology and internet.
Colts U18 hockey team in points last season, and he also played as an one-sided bout and the referee Film yourself, promote yourself,

affiliate in 10 games with the Junior A Cornwall Colts. who presided over the fight should make the public believe in you.
Cuyler believes that hockey is important to Canadian culture and an never be allowed to officiate again, Create interest and “followers” and
important part of our history as a country. “It’s [a lot] of fun when it snows
and freezes, [and you] get to play on the outdoor rinks with your buddies.” in my opinion. I understand Jake it seems like the money follows.
Cuyler plans to continue to play with the Rebels for the foreseeable future Paul sells and generates PPV buys I can’t argue if it generates cash.
and would like to one day pursue an apprenticeship as a carpenter. with his “followers” (who are not But it still leaves a bad taste in my
boxing fans), but some standards mouth. I understand the business

should be applied, and stripes must side, but with so many neglected
be earned. For example, it would good fighters out there, I don’t like
have been nice to have included a it and I won’t buy in.
couple of young fighters who don’t Have a great, healthy, and blessed
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