This one's close to home. My home! Staten Island. I remember him. I was a junior in Highschool when Johnny had his last fight. He was a home town hero. His name was synonymous with, "tough guy." Glad to know he went on to live a decent life. Great job, Rich; As USUAL. Thanks. 👍✝🥊
Nice to hear a positive story about the end of a boxer’s career! Verderosa might not have won a world championship & become a world champion but at least he settled down with a lady & didn’t end up broke or seriously brain damaged like 99 % of boxers.
Verderosa brought the "Heat" with him into the ring. Exciting fighter with knockout power. I think Verderosa made the correct decision to retire, he was absorbing a lot of heavy shots even when he won.
Your intro's are top notch! Love it! Always can tell a Rich The Fight Historian Upload. Really enjoyed this one! John Verderosa had those crazy eyes! He did such a great job at closing distance with a lunging punch or hook. And he did it with such speed and power! Its impressive to watch even to this day!
You really deserve consideration for a place in the boxing HOF for the work that you've put in presenting these fighters. Many I've heard of, some I've not. But if I see "Rich the Fight Historian" on the thumbnail, I watch it. Thanks again, Sir!!!
Really enjoyed the documentary about Johnny Verdarosa I never heard of him before I met an amazing fighter had a lot of heart ,thank you so much keep up the good work I love this channel
Excellent Video Rich! Thanks for this. I was Johnny's teammate under Ray Rivera. I remember Johnny sparring with bigger fighters and pretty much wearing them down. I sparred him a few times. Those sparring matches were absolute nightmares for me. He had a way of being orthodox and southpaw simultaneously. You could not get away from him. He used to tell me that he learned a lot from watching Henry Armstrong and showed me a few slick tricks that he had picked up from him.Being a but younger than him, Johnny was my hero and a legend in the Stapleton area. I was always astounded while watching how efficient he worked in the the gym. He would do 5 rounds on the heavy bag , 3 rounds on jumping rope and the beat the suffing out of me or anybody else he sparred with for 2 rounds without losing a step! I always felt that he could have become a world champion. Rich, thanks again. You bought back some great memories.
I knew John . I lived a town away from him . I was a young kid he used to jog past me on Bay St and high five me . He was always a nice guy to me . I saw him in his tough times, but I heard he got his life together, and I was happy to hear that . Johnny was always a great guy . I really enjoyed watching this .
I used to spar with Johnny and one time he gave me his shoes, and spray painted them red. I told him, "that's great, now when I wear them I'll move like you"! I was in the gym with him when they took that famous picture with the belt and the boxing gloves up. Hope you're still doing okay, Johnny.
I was AAU fighter in NY when Verderosa was fighting. He was very popular up there and many people thought he was destined to be a world champion. I remember the first fight I ever saw him in was the fight with the "Mad Syrian" Lou Hubela. Hubela wasn't a great fighter, but he was a solid pro. Verderosa was all over him and stopped him. I know a lot of good local fighters avoided him. I seen him spar in the gym, he was a little guy, small, short even for a Jr. lightweight, he looked more like featherweight sized. He had a weird style and seemed kind of a wacky person, but he made it work. A very good puncher also. Most of the trainers and promoters around NY I heard talk about him, thought he had more raw talent than Mancini who was also very popular then. The rumor was he was a big partier and for sure he wasn't well managed either. If he was better managed and more disciplined he would have won a title. He destroyed O Grady. O'Grady was another guy who could have achieved a lot more as a fighter with a top trainer and manager.
I think you're right, he could have won a world title with a different team who would have inspired him or even forced him to screw his head on right. And you're also right about O'Grady, I'd forgotten that he was a very good young fighter before becoming an announcer. But at least Sean did win the lightweight WBA title. Amateur boxing must have been so much more fun to watch back then, I was just a toddler.
@@marcoslaureano5562 It was like a prison exercise yard back then. LOL. There was a lot of tough kids fighting and they didn't baby anyone. In my gym we had both professionals and amateurs who sparred each other on a regular basis. The trainers weren't worried much about weight classes either. As a 135-140lb guy I frequently sparred with middleweights, and even a few Lt heavy and heavyweights. We also had cops and fireman that came in to workout, they couldn't box but they were big tough guys who wanted to spar. They were fun to beat on. Tyson was just getting started up there then. I remember he was killing everyone and nobody believed he was just 14-15. Kevin Rooney and Teddy Atlas were around and IMO Atlas was a much better fighter.
I grew up in Stapleton and knew Johnny. He was a few years older than me. He was always nice to me even though he hung out with a tuff group. It really hurt me as an Italian to see him at times very drunk or on something knowing him as this great fighter. I used to watch all his fight with my dad. He had the talent and fighting spirit to make it to the top. Too bad his intensity got the best him on the drinking side. Thank God he did straighten out later on. Great video...Thanks for posting
Thank you so much for these videos. These were sleeping memories that you awoke and the fond times of following these fighters career reminds me of how great the fight game was
I totally remember the Boza-Edwards and O'Grady fights. Non stop action. Verderosa's style wouldn't make for a long career. But he gave us some amazing fights and you can't help but respect the guy. Always a fan favorite. You're still the champ Rich. GREAT segment.
I read an online rumor a few months ago that after his career Verderosa joined the Army and ended getting kicked out for knocking out his Drill Instructor. I didn't believe it, but having seen him fight it had a ring of truth to it!
Man I absolutely LOVE your videos my friend. I remember “the Heat”. But when they matched him with Boza I knew he was in trouble. Boza was one super tough hombre brother! Would love to see a doc on Boza. Another fav
I'm from Upstate South Carolina. I watched Robert Mullins fight in Spartanburg Memorial Autorium many times. He was undefeated. In his first TV fight, ESPN, he fought John. Robert was KOed 1st round.
Another great one here Rich! It is truly heartbreaking to see a fighter that has a lot of potential. He had a God given gift but the allure of the party life took the victory here. 🤕❤️🐜
Sadly it's a tale as old as time. When a man is no longer hungry, his drive disappears. The wolves climbing the hill are always hungrier than the ones sitting at the top.
Robert Mullins trained me and a number of fighters. Coach Mullins was very crafty fighter with a rock hard chin. I would sit and talk with him about old fights and fighters and remember him talking about his fight with Verderosa and losing the USBA Championship. One best boxing trainers that nobody heard of. Took me to golden gloves championship in 90,91. Respect to Verderosa and love and respect to Coach Robert Mullins.
Wow after watching this documentary the same thing that happened to Coach Mullins happened to Verderosa after winning the USBA title. Lost discipline, didn’t take training serious, underestimated his opponent. Coach Mullins was very strict about training and roadwork and now all these years later I see why. Wow
I thought this one was going to end in tragedy but thankfully not Rich..I watched this being ignorant of Verderosa as I just don’t remember him at all, but I may of read about him from the ring magazine but he may of retired by the time I started purchasing them. He looked like a natural fighter but you just can’t party and fight and have a top career at the same time. Great little documentary Rich thanks. 🥊
I'm working mh way through your videos man. Awesome I actually visited the place where McVea and Jeanette fought the 49 rounder. This channel is second to nobody when it comes to boxing history. 😃
Enjoyed this documentary on John Verderosa. I wish you would do one on Cornelius Boza Edwards who beat Verderosa. Boza Edwards was one of the most exciting Junior Lightweight and Lightweight fighters of his era. He had some exciting fights and his story is really interesting.
I remember Johnny from back in the day. Pretty good fighter for a minute . Around the time he was USBA Champ, Hector Camacho won and held the NABF title. That would have been a great one for the Felt Forum. Thanks Rich for a great video.
Verderosa had that all out style without the punch to back it up against better opposition. Seeing this guy for the fist time he was never destined for a long career.Face forward brawler.
While I'm sad to say I never heard of John Verderosa until this video. Because he was a little b4 my time of actually following boxing. His unique style has hints of the peekaboo style, with a mixes of his own added into it. I enjoyed this video and education of the sweet science of boxing. Thank u for the video of The Heat!
Men, what a fighter! I can just imagine a fight between John Verderosa vs Aaron Pryor, or Ray Mancini. It would had been a TOTAL WAR!!! But I personally think, both Mancini and Pryor would have won that fight.
Great video coverage Rich would've loved to see him on his winning streak and have a chance to fight for a championship Rich you keep coming up with them you are a true boxing historian thank you
Wow that was great I never heard of this young man but when he and o Grady went at it I thought man this guy is in for it ha that was great I really thought o Grady would clean him up. I remember watching o Grady on USA Friday night fights. Man you have brought a lot of good stuff here.
Great doc! I'd love to see docs on the following fighters: Charlie Brown (the Caucasian, not the African American) from Illinois, Davey Hilton from Montreal Canada, Lester Ellis from Melbourne Australia, Adolfo Horta from Havana Cuba and Kenny Gould from Missouri.
Rich, Love all of your historical mini documentaries of all these fighters. I wish you could present one on John Locicero. I also enjoy listening to the announcers and seeing the referees. "Good night sweet prince" was a classic phrase (Sal Marchiano) ESPN.
He would also say.."he's on dream Street"... I love listening to the announcers from back then especially more Albert when he gets excited and screams "Oh"
Verderosa reminds me of a lightweight version of Tommy Morrison both inside and outside the ring. When he fought an opponent that could withstand his punch, he didn't have a plan B. At least he didn't end up like Morrison in the end.
Johnny "The Heat", "Boom Boom" Mancini, and Vinnie Paz, all cut from the same cloth. Yepper!! Did I forget about "Thunder" Gatti, and Joe "The Italian Dragon" Calzaghe? How Dare Me. Honorable mention goes out to Paulie Malignaggi...
Definitely benefited because he was from New York. Verderosa was exciting on the way up but always seemed on ragged edge of being exposed. Bozw was the one to do it .Was smart enough to know when to get out.
Thanks again Rich. I was just remembering the Heat when I saw your video on Sean O'Grady. I saw that fight back when. How about one in Rockin' Robin Blake?
A lot of people don't know about press forward defense switch the offense how you can press forward and be defensive slipping in offensive at the same time
That sideways, hands down approach seemed to confuse a lot of the guys he fought, felt they were watching his hands and motion and then bang, he'd hit them. Great fighter, nonstop 👍
great work rich ,i know this is off the cuff here but in your opinion who wins , holmes vs coetzee and cooney vs coetzee in their primes. .and RIP coetzee
Thanks, Joe. I think Holmes would be too much for Coetzee. Someone asked me about Cooney-Coetzee awhile back and I was undecided...but upon further study I think Cooney would force Coetzee into retreat and win.
@RichtheFightHistorian they did. I've met a lot of wrestlers a kid. You showed a picture of my grandparents Frank and Nancy Sciacca. My name is Frank Sciacca also. Im his grandson from his oldest son Vinny Sciacca. Im going to show my grandmother this she's 80 now and doing great. My grandfather passed away in 2013. She still has great pictures from that time. Also a big framed picture of Johnny on my grandfather's shoulders after a victory. Thanks for the video. I also thought I'd be awesome if someone made a documentary or movie about my grandmothers life during those times. I'm pretty sure she's the first woman boxing promoter in the state of NY. Plus all the "extra " activity going on in the ridgewood groves.
The fist fight the commentary was wrong a few times. Fustrating he didn't look like he hurt his hand he was rocked by a left hook and when he said his right hand must be ok when the heat rocked the other guy back .but that was a left hook he landed not a left hook. Lol
This one's close to home. My home! Staten Island.
I remember him. I was a junior in Highschool when Johnny had his last fight.
He was a home town hero.
His name was synonymous with, "tough guy."
Glad to know he went on to live a decent life.
Great job, Rich; As USUAL.
Thanks. 👍✝🥊
Thanks, Christopher. Staten Island sure produced a lot of tough guys back then.
@@RichtheFightHistorian So many good boxers that never got fame , Pat Cutaneo, Russell Caine and so many more
Nice to hear a positive story about the end of a boxer’s career! Verderosa might not have won a world championship & become a world champion but at least he settled down with a lady & didn’t end up broke or seriously brain damaged like 99 % of boxers.
Well let's keep it real, he wasn't that bright to begin with.
Unfortunately he lost all his $$& went to work as a laborer for the union in NY. Great guy
Verderosa's fighting style and prowess reminds me of the Italian greats from the 30's, 40's, and 50's. Tremendous fighter.
almost a little duran in there too ?
Dude you are putting out GREAT documentaries at a rapid pace. This kind of collection will be referenced in years to come.
Thanks, Camcolito, we'll see.
Verderosa brought the "Heat" with him into the ring. Exciting fighter with knockout power. I think Verderosa made the correct decision to retire, he was absorbing a lot of heavy shots even when he won.
Love this channel so much I see it’s evolving as well brother never stop
Rich does an outstanding job
Will do.
Thanks, Don
Ditto, ditto! Best channel ever.
Your intro's are top notch! Love it! Always can tell a Rich The Fight Historian Upload. Really enjoyed this one! John Verderosa had those crazy eyes! He did such a great job at closing distance with a lunging punch or hook. And he did it with such speed and power! Its impressive to watch even to this day!
Thank you, A A H. He predates Pazienza but reminds me of him a little bit.
@@RichtheFightHistorian So true! Also slightly reminds me of a young Roy Jones Jr with the way he can close the distance at such a rapid rate!
This guy really brought the heat ..he looked ambidextrous and if he wouldn't have been such a brawler he may have been a great champ
I actually meet John back in 1984 we hung out with some friends and drank in Stapleton on Staten Island at a friends house very goid cool fun guy 👍👍❤️
You really deserve consideration for a place in the boxing HOF for the work that you've put in presenting these fighters. Many I've heard of, some I've not. But if I see "Rich the Fight Historian" on the thumbnail, I watch it. Thanks again, Sir!!!
I greatly appreciate that, Britt. Thanks so much.
Really enjoyed the documentary about Johnny Verdarosa I never heard of him before I met an amazing fighter had a lot of heart ,thank you so much keep up the good work I love this channel
Thanks, Ken
All these stories are the best crafted fight biographies I’ve ever seen. You are the A.J. Liebling of film.
Wow, thank you Stonehands, I appreciate that.
He’s my neighbor, still doing pretty good. A pleasure to talk to. Great video, thank you!
Great to hear The Heat is doing well. Thanks for sharing.
Excellent Video Rich! Thanks for this. I was Johnny's teammate under Ray Rivera. I remember Johnny sparring with bigger fighters and pretty much wearing them down. I sparred him a few times. Those sparring matches were absolute nightmares for me. He had a way of being orthodox and southpaw simultaneously. You could not get away from him. He used to tell me that he learned a lot from watching Henry Armstrong and showed me a few slick tricks that he had picked up from him.Being a but younger than him, Johnny was my hero and a legend in the Stapleton area. I was always astounded while watching how efficient he worked in the the gym. He would do 5 rounds on the heavy bag , 3 rounds on jumping rope and the beat the suffing out of me or anybody else he sparred with for 2 rounds without losing a step! I always felt that he could have become a world champion. Rich, thanks again. You bought back some great memories.
Great share, Sylvester, thank you.
I remember him. A true warrior. Good documentary, this guy was tough as nails.
Thanks, Jerry.
I knew John . I lived a town away from him . I was a young kid he used to jog past me on Bay St and high five me . He was always a nice guy to me . I saw him in his tough times, but I heard he got his life together, and I was happy to hear that . Johnny was always a great guy . I really enjoyed watching this .
Thanks for the share, William.
I used to spar with Johnny and one time he gave me his shoes, and spray painted them red. I told him, "that's great, now when I wear them I'll move like you"!
I was in the gym with him when they took that famous picture with the belt and the boxing gloves up.
Hope you're still doing okay, Johnny.
I was AAU fighter in NY when Verderosa was fighting. He was very popular up there and many people thought he was destined to be a world champion. I remember the first fight I ever saw him in was the fight with the "Mad Syrian" Lou Hubela. Hubela wasn't a great fighter, but he was a solid pro. Verderosa was all over him and stopped him. I know a lot of good local fighters avoided him. I seen him spar in the gym, he was a little guy, small, short even for a Jr. lightweight, he looked more like featherweight sized. He had a weird style and seemed kind of a wacky person, but he made it work. A very good puncher also. Most of the trainers and promoters around NY I heard talk about him, thought he had more raw talent than Mancini who was also very popular then. The rumor was he was a big partier and for sure he wasn't well managed either. If he was better managed and more disciplined he would have won a title. He destroyed O Grady. O'Grady was another guy who could have achieved a lot more as a fighter with a top trainer and manager.
I think you're right, he could have won a world title with a different team who would have inspired him or even forced him to screw his head on right. And you're also right about O'Grady, I'd forgotten that he was a very good young fighter before becoming an announcer. But at least Sean did win the lightweight WBA title. Amateur boxing must have been so much more fun to watch back then, I was just a toddler.
@@marcoslaureano5562 It was like a prison exercise yard back then. LOL. There was a lot of tough kids fighting and they didn't baby anyone. In my gym we had both professionals and amateurs who sparred each other on a regular basis. The trainers weren't worried much about weight classes either. As a 135-140lb guy I frequently sparred with middleweights, and even a few Lt heavy and heavyweights. We also had cops and fireman that came in to workout, they couldn't box but they were big tough guys who wanted to spar. They were fun to beat on. Tyson was just getting started up there then. I remember he was killing everyone and nobody believed he was just 14-15. Kevin Rooney and Teddy Atlas were around and IMO Atlas was a much better fighter.
I grew up in Stapleton and knew Johnny. He was a few years older than me. He was always nice to me even though he hung out with a tuff group. It really hurt me as an Italian to see him at times very drunk or on something knowing him as this great fighter.
I used to watch all his fight with my dad. He had the talent and fighting spirit to make it to the top. Too bad his intensity got the best him on the drinking side. Thank God he did straighten out later on. Great video...Thanks for posting
Interesting share, thanks.
Thanks Rich, it’s important these guys are remembered. He was a real old school warrior. Hope he’s doing ok.
Great episode this guy was from my home borough Staten Island
Im from staten island... this video was a pleasant surprise. Thank you. Love all your work. Yeeerrrrr🔥❤️
Thanks, Charles.
Great Documentary on Verderosa
Verderosa vs O'Grady looks like a true classic. Thank you Rich 🍻🍻
My pleasure, Risbo
Italian vs Irish slugfest
Never heard of this guy, very interesting.
Thank you so much for these videos. These were sleeping memories that you awoke and the fond times of following these fighters career reminds me of how great the fight game was
My pleasure, James.
I totally remember the Boza-Edwards and O'Grady fights. Non stop action. Verderosa's style wouldn't make for a long career. But he gave us some amazing fights and you can't help but respect the guy. Always a fan favorite. You're still the champ Rich. GREAT segment.
Another great documentary Rich! You are the man!
Love what you do!! Bringing back the memories!! Great job and Thanks!!
Thanks for watching!
I read an online rumor a few months ago that after his career Verderosa joined the Army and ended getting kicked out for knocking out his Drill Instructor. I didn't believe it, but having seen him fight it had a ring of truth to it!
Man I absolutely LOVE your videos my friend. I remember “the Heat”. But when they matched him with Boza I knew he was in trouble. Boza was one super tough hombre brother! Would love to see a doc on Boza. Another fav
Thanks, Wood
I'm from Upstate South Carolina. I watched Robert Mullins fight in Spartanburg Memorial Autorium many times. He was undefeated.
In his first TV fight, ESPN, he fought John. Robert was KOed 1st round.
Yet again.
BRILLIANT! 👏
Thank you Rich.
Sure thing, nicholas.
Another superb episode.
Another great one here Rich! It is truly heartbreaking to see a fighter that has a lot of potential. He had a God given gift but the allure of the party life took the victory here. 🤕❤️🐜
Sadly it's a tale as old as time. When a man is no longer hungry, his drive disappears. The wolves climbing the hill are always hungrier than the ones sitting at the top.
@@kccline380 very well said what you said is so true
Thanks for your work on these vids. One of the few channels I look forward to watching. Peace!
Thanks, Richie
Thanks again! Seems like yesterday that I was watching the fighters you show on your channel😊
Thanks, Monty. Yeah, hard to believe this all took place 40 years ago.
A true, fearsome, hardcore New York street machine!
Another great doc!!! Got me dreaming about one on Boza-Edwards
Great documentary - thanks :)
Sure thing, SA
Great job keeping the sweet science alive.
Thanks, James.
Yet again another stranger to me and another superb documentary 👏 👌. Thanks for your work pal. ❤️ from 🇬🇧
My pleasure, Non-government
Great work once again. I'm always happy to see the notification bell with a new Rich documentary.
Thanks, Bo
Robert Mullins trained me and a number of fighters. Coach Mullins was very crafty fighter with a rock hard chin. I would sit and talk with him about old fights and fighters and remember him talking about his fight with Verderosa and losing the USBA Championship. One best boxing trainers that nobody heard of. Took me to golden gloves championship in 90,91. Respect to Verderosa and love and respect to Coach Robert Mullins.
Wow after watching this documentary the same thing that happened to Coach Mullins happened to Verderosa after winning the USBA title. Lost discipline, didn’t take training serious, underestimated his opponent. Coach Mullins was very strict about training and roadwork and now all these years later I see why. Wow
Very cool, thanks for sharing.
Great video , thank you.
Sure thing, Rottweiler
I thought this one was going to end in tragedy but thankfully not Rich..I watched this being ignorant of Verderosa as I just don’t remember him at all, but I may of read about him from the ring magazine but he may of retired by the time I started purchasing them. He looked like a natural fighter but you just can’t party and fight and have a top career at the same time. Great little documentary Rich thanks. 🥊
My pleasure, Brett.
My new favorite vintage boxer. Another outstanding video Rich. Love it!!
My pleasure, T A E
I'm working mh way through your videos man. Awesome I actually visited the place where McVea and Jeanette fought the 49 rounder. This channel is second to nobody when it comes to boxing history. 😃
Hey thanks, Colin.
I had the pleasure of meeting John at the Golden Gloves and he was a gentleman 🙏
Enjoyed this documentary on John Verderosa. I wish you would do one on Cornelius Boza Edwards who beat Verderosa. Boza Edwards was one of the most exciting Junior Lightweight and Lightweight fighters of his era. He had some exciting fights and his story is really interesting.
He's on the list, yes.
One of my favorite channels on you tube. Thanks for sharing. Have you done a video on Emanuel August the drunken master?
This footage is spectacular. I'm a huge boxing fan and I've never seen so much gr8 footage. Keep up this gr8 channel. God Bless 🙏.
Thanks, John, will do.
Awesome video as always
Thanks, Frank
😂 he wings those punches in there don't he...and his balance and stamina. I've never seen him fight before
U noticed that too? He just launches em 🤣 what about that pause punch lol
So glad to hear he got out of the game and settled down to a normal life.
Best narration.
Wow.great story.impressive.i hope hes doing well.
Thanks for the amazing coverage Rich
My pleasure, John
I remember Johnny from back in the day. Pretty good fighter for a minute . Around the time he was USBA Champ, Hector Camacho won and held the NABF title. That would have been a great one for the Felt Forum. Thanks Rich for a great video.
Sure thing, Belburg
He reminds me of Vinny Paz. Great video and good to sea it end on a positive note. Excellent as always.
Thank you, Sir Lloyd
The HEAT! Loved him.
great story thanks!
Sure thing, Rene.
Damn excellent documentary
Thanks, Peter.
Verderosa had that all out style without the punch to back it up against better opposition. Seeing this guy for the fist time he was never destined for a long career.Face forward brawler.
Your editing is getting real good 🥊
Thank you, Kuwaitisnot adeployment
I remember the Heat
While I'm sad to say I never heard of John Verderosa until this video. Because he was a little b4 my time of actually following boxing. His unique style has hints of the peekaboo style, with a mixes of his own added into it. I enjoyed this video and education of the sweet science of boxing. Thank u for the video of The Heat!
My pleasure, Emilio
Recent subscriber, was binging and absolutely love the content 🔥
Thanks, Nicktheboxer, and welcome to the channel.
Johnny the heat should have been a star! His style was very unique and he was all action.
One of the popular ESPN featured fighters back in the day. All hail Kenny "Bang Bang" Bogner and "Caveman" Lee!
Yes please do one on Boza
Men, what a fighter! I can just imagine a fight between John Verderosa vs Aaron Pryor, or Ray Mancini. It would had been a TOTAL WAR!!! But I personally think, both Mancini and Pryor would have won that fight.
Yeah I think they would have too, but it would have been fun while it lasted!
Great video coverage Rich would've loved to see him on his winning streak and have a chance to fight for a championship Rich you keep coming up with them you are a true boxing historian thank you
Thanks, Samuel
Wow that was great I never heard of this young man but when he and o Grady went at it I thought man this guy is in for it ha that was great I really thought o Grady would clean him up. I remember watching o Grady on USA Friday night fights. Man you have brought a lot of good stuff here.
Thank you, Ron
Great doc! I'd love to see docs on the following fighters: Charlie Brown (the Caucasian, not the African American) from Illinois, Davey Hilton from Montreal Canada, Lester Ellis from Melbourne Australia, Adolfo Horta from Havana Cuba and Kenny Gould from Missouri.
Interesting choices, thanks.
Arce would have loved being around this generation of fighters.
I really enjoyed this episode. lI saw him against Boza - Edwards but then lost conttact.. Very well done!
Thanks, Danvil
Rich,
Love all of your historical mini documentaries of all these fighters. I wish you could present one on John Locicero. I also enjoy listening to the announcers and seeing the referees. "Good night sweet prince" was a classic phrase (Sal Marchiano) ESPN.
I'll add Locicero to the list.
@@RichtheFightHistorian Thanks Rich!
He would also say.."he's on dream Street"... I love listening to the announcers from back then especially more Albert when he gets excited and screams "Oh"
Verderosa reminds me of a lightweight version of Tommy Morrison both inside and outside the ring. When he fought an opponent that could withstand his punch, he didn't have a plan B. At least he didn't end up like Morrison in the end.
Johnny "The Heat", "Boom Boom" Mancini, and Vinnie Paz, all cut from the same cloth. Yepper!! Did I forget about "Thunder" Gatti, and Joe "The Italian Dragon" Calzaghe? How Dare Me. Honorable mention goes out to Paulie Malignaggi...
Definitely benefited because he was from New York. Verderosa was exciting on the way up but always seemed on ragged edge of being exposed. Bozw was the one to do it .Was smart enough to know when to get out.
Thanks again Rich. I was just remembering the Heat when I saw your video on Sean O'Grady. I saw that fight back when. How about one in Rockin' Robin Blake?
He's on the list, yes.
Verderosa vs Edwin Valero any opinions?
The murderer would murder the boxer in my opinion.The Heat was never world class next to Valero.Monster in and out of the ring.
Holy Sh_t!!!!!! For a 135'er he sure had crazy power. Jeez he could bang.
Anothwr gem!!
Thanks, Shotty
A lot of people don't know about press forward defense switch the offense how you can press forward and be defensive slipping in offensive at the same time
Helluva fighter
Kind of reminds me of Aaron Pryor. Usually the shorter fighter, launching those punches. If he thought he had you at anytime, he let it all go!
Good point. Aaron had that , like Joe Louis once he had you hurt, he finished you quick
Verderosa- green rose
great job on your videos. whats up with gerrie coetzee these days ,would ve loved to see him vs holmes and gerrie vs gerry cooney
Great forgotten warrior
Awsome
WOW. You could tell "The Heat" had already took to many shots in the interview before the O'Grady fight. Sad.
😂 this is probably true but for me he’s always sounded like that! He’s my uncle. He’s a mumbler.
Now I know where Heather "The Heat" Hardy got her name from. She's also a world champ from NYC
Where is John now? Where?
That sideways, hands down approach seemed to confuse a lot of the guys he fought, felt they were watching his hands and motion and then bang, he'd hit them.
Great fighter, nonstop 👍
Boza Edwards far too good for Vederosa on any given night, both very exciting though.
great work rich ,i know this is off the cuff here but in your opinion who wins , holmes vs coetzee and cooney vs coetzee in their primes. .and RIP coetzee
Thanks, Joe. I think Holmes would be too much for Coetzee. Someone asked me about Cooney-Coetzee awhile back and I was undecided...but upon further study I think Cooney would force Coetzee into retreat and win.
My grandparents promoted and managed him at the ridgewood groves arena. Frank and Nancy Sciacca
Very cool. Looks like they did some wrestling too.
@RichtheFightHistorian they did. I've met a lot of wrestlers a kid. You showed a picture of my grandparents Frank and Nancy Sciacca. My name is Frank Sciacca also. Im his grandson from his oldest son Vinny Sciacca. Im going to show my grandmother this she's 80 now and doing great. My grandfather passed away in 2013. She still has great pictures from that time. Also a big framed picture of Johnny on my grandfather's shoulders after a victory. Thanks for the video. I also thought I'd be awesome if someone made a documentary or movie about my grandmothers life during those times. I'm pretty sure she's the first woman boxing promoter in the state of NY. Plus all the "extra " activity going on in the ridgewood groves.
The fist fight the commentary was wrong a few times. Fustrating he didn't look like he hurt his hand he was rocked by a left hook and when he said his right hand must be ok when the heat rocked the other guy back .but that was a left hook he landed not a left hook. Lol