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Is Manny Pacquiao the Last of the Great Boxers?

…night … only, of course, it wasn’t on display because hardly anybody saw it. Manny Pacquiao, the greatest boxer of the century, an absolute marvel of nature, who’s won titles in eight divisions, ranging from 112 pounds to 154, was in the ring. But, of course, per the usual boxing arrangement, while you could watch the Derby and the NBA and the NHL and your local baseball team and golf and tennis and Lord knows what else on TV fo… Continue reading

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Boxing Club Carries on Despite Club Status

…education or pursuing a boxing career. Little-to-no high schools still sponsor a boxing club citing health concerns. According to a study by the Center for Injury Research and Nationwide Children’s Hospital, eight percent of 18-to-24-year-old boxers have had a head injury, including concussions. On the other hand, a study conducted by the NFL based on the 2010 season found that 37 percent of players missed a game due to injury, with the average… Continue reading

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