Speaking to Thomas Gerbasi, Roy Jones Jr looked back on what made him so special
ROY JONES JNR was at ease before his retirement bout against Scott Sigmon in February 2018. That wasn’t a surprise, considering that a journeyman like Sigmon probably wouldn’t have lasted three rounds with a prime Jones. This wasn’t a prime Jones, who, at 49, was about to take the walk to the ring for the 75th time as a professional. But in his mind, the former pound-for-pound king was as good as he’s ever been. That never got affected by the combinations thrown by Father Time.
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Drew Black Earns National Recognition For His Career In Wrestling
Drew Black Earns National Recognition For His Career In Wrestling
January 23, 2021 03:00AM by Greg Lederer, Herald Staff
Cheshire resident Drew Black is well aware of the impact that the sport of wrestling has had on his life. Over his 23 seasons as head coach at Wesleyan University in Middletown, he has enjoyed attending the annual Connecticut Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dinner to listen to many of his colleagues share their similar stories of determination and perseverance.
“They always do a great job at the event,” stated Black. “I always thought that it would be good to one day get honored. When you’ve done something for a long time, it is always nice to be recognized for your hard work.”