The fight that no one expected, and no one really asked for, is on its way in just over one month, and two former New York athletes are in the center of it all.
It was recently announced that one of Hollywood's all-time actors will begin making a film with rich ties to the area - more specifically the Catskill Region of New York. That actor is none other than Bruce Willis who has signed on to star in a drama about a powerful relationship between young, troubled athlete and aging mentor. This one has potential to be a classic.
I'm not a violent person by any means. If fact, I've never even gotten into a fistfight. But I do like to punch things. Lately, however, I'm less Canelo Alvarez and more George Foreman. Sadly, I haven't been to my boxing gym in well over a month. My brain can feel it, my body can feel it, my heart and soul can feel it. I don't feel anywhere's near "myself". Things need to change.
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If you want to watch the super-fight between Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather on August 26th, Fathom Events and Mayweather Promotions announced a partnership on Tuesday that will show the historic event in movie theaters including a few here locally. More information about tickets and locations, below.
Boxing great Muhammad Ali has passed away at the age of 74. He died at a Phoenix hospital from respiratory issues related to Parkinson's disease, which Ali contracted in 1984.
Did you miss the big pay per view fight between Mayweather and Pacquiao? I did too but to be honest I'm kind of glad I did. Let's face it I'm just not a big enough fan of boxing to shell out $100 to see a couple of guys past their prime boxing...
State boxing and education officials have announced a new pilot program to help prepare professional and amateur boxers in New York for careers outside the ring.
Most people who know me, know I'm not a huge television guru. Typically when I have the time, I flip through the channels, but end up cursing at every show. However, in my moment of hibernation last night, I stumbled upon a new show called "Lights Out." Despite only being on since January, the show is really quite good.