3/15/07 - Rusty Rubin
In Rusty’s Corner
By Rusty Rubin, editor-in-chief of the Ringsports.com
publication and website advisor is the author of
“Woozel, Boxing and Me” (Authorhouse.com #31810).
This book has been given 4 ½ stars at Amazon.com
and recently was awarded “Boxing Book of the Year” by 13thround.com.
Woozel, Boxing and Me is compilation of many funny and true boxing stories, oddities and quotes,
and serves as a final tribute to Susiey Walker, my zany best friend of more than 25 years,
who loved life and lived it to the max.
Wuz traveled and attended many boxing events with me and thus created many of those unforgettable
moments with her positive attitude and bubbly personality. Sue passed away in Feb. 2004.
The book reviews have all been great and the early demand for this work, one of the funniest
boxing books ever written, has been strong.
“Off the Canvas”, #22873, is a view of American history and the social problems of the times,
as seen by an 80-year old ex-champ. “Off the Canvas” takes you from the time of the Great Depression
till the World Trade Center disaster and is a book that has been getting rave reviews.
Available at Authorhouse.com, (#22873)
Ringsports.com and on-line major book retailers.***
“Billy Soose, the Champion Time Forgot” #31809, co-authored by Tom Donelson, is also available.
Soose was the middleweight champion of the world, beating greats like Tony Zale and Ken Overlin
in less than a month’s time.
All three books are available at Authorhouse.com and other fine on-line outlets. Sales have been strong.
Any of these books will make a great birthday or holiday present to add to the library
of that ‘special’ boxing fan in your life.
Autographed editions are limited and should be ordered at least 30 days in advance.
Being a journalist, I’ve found that the highest tribute that one can receive is positive
comments about his chosen field of work. I thank everyone who has made those comments to me,
either in person or other means of communication. Thank you.***
Circle the date of June 9th when Miguel Cotto takes on Antonio Margarito in Madison Square Garden.
It doesn’t get much better than that.***
The 18th Annual Hall of Fame Weekend is scheduled for June 7-10th in Canastota NY. If you
require more information or wish to attend call the Hall at (315) 697-7095 of visit the ibhof.com.***
Mark your calendar for May 29th – June 2nd for the 24th annual IBF Convention, this year held at the
Deauville Hotel in Miami, Fla. For more information call the IBF at (973) 414-0300.***
My old friend from the UK, former light heavyweight and Lonsdale Belt winner, Tony Wilson has a new
website for you to check out, it’s www.tonywilsonboxing.co.uk.
Wladamir Klitschko, as expected, knocked out Ray Austin in the second round in Germany. I doubt many
people considered Austin a legitimate contender, but looking at today’s heavyweights, almost no one can be taken lightly.
This week there’s a great fight at Mandalay Bay where Marco Antonio Barrera takes on hard hitting Juan Manuel
Marquez in what appears to be a real barn burner.
Both fighters have no problem going toe to toe, and both have great hearts and chins. A fight that
is definitely worth seeing.
Picking this one is hard, but I’ll just go with the bigger puncher and underdog, Marquez, who gets that
slight edge in this intriguing match-up.
Glove2Glove:
Prayers for the soul of longtime trainer and highly respected Manuel “Chato” Robles, who passed away at age 56.
Prayers for the recovery of former champ Johnny Tapia, whose tortured life has been well known by boxing
people for many years. Johnny was taken to the emergency room after a drug overdose.
Prayer for the return to health of Roseanne Palmiere, mother of RS.com journalist Peter, who has been
hospitalized after a long illness.
Prayers for the return to health of Patti Brandenburg, wife of boxing manager Gary.
Please say prayers for the recovery of good friend and great boxing guy Norm Cote, Past President of the
World Boxing Hall of Fame, who is undergoing dialysis three times a week. Norm’s a great guy and a real
fighter and we have to be there in his corner.
Prayers for the health of boxing ref and Judge Chuck Hassett who is having some serious health issues.
Prayers also for former World Boxing Hall of Fame President Charlie Casas who are having some severe
health problems as well as one of the founders and past Presidents, Dub Harris, who suffered a stroke.
Prayers for the return to health of Don Donelson, father of writer Tom, and Gene Sebastian, brother of
former middleweight champ Billy Soose. Both are suffering from congestive heart disease.
Prayers for George Latka, “The Professor” has been victimized by punch-drunk syndrome. Also say prayers for
his wife Trudie who is doing a great, but tough job, in coping with it.
Prayers for Audrey Talmo, wife of solid boxing guy, Ed and Helen Wambolt, wife of our own “Handsome” Danny,
who is going through a tough battle. Also prayers for the recovery of Mills Lane and Denis Wilxox.
Please say prayers for Phill Grazide of Santa Rosa, CA. a big supporter of amateur boxing, who is suffering
the crippling effects of rheumatoid arthritis.***
Needless to say we need prayers for the return to health of both former champs Greg Page and Gerald McClellan,
both confined to wheelchairs.***
Glove2Glove is a non-denominational group set up to aide those boxing folks and their relatives in need of
prayers and cards. We accept no money and only contact our members when someone is in need. It’s absolutely
free to join. Simply send us your e-mail address. And even if you’re not a member, feel free to contact us
if you are aware of some boxing person in need.***
(Rusty@ringsports.com).
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