Category Archives: Boxing

Open Thread | Why the Ratings Have Plummeted for the MSM

Posted on November 18, 2024 by rikyrah

Saw stories last week that the ratings are down for cable since the election. I know that I haven’t watched since Monday before election night. Haven’t gone back. Why? Because they are a large part of why we are here … Continue reading →

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Black History | Muhammad Ali

Posted on February 20, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr.; January 17, 1942) is an American former professional boxer, generally considered among the greatest heavyweights in the sport’s history. A controversial and polarizing figure during his early career, Ali is today widely regarded … Continue reading →

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African American History | Joe Louis Knocks Out Max Schmeling

Posted on February 21, 2013 by SouthernGirl2

When Joe Louis faced off against Max Schmeling in 1938, the whole world was abuzz. Two years before, the German Schmeling had defeated the African-American boxer, leading Nazis to brag that Aryans were indeed the superior race. Given this, the … Continue reading →

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