I simply accomplished a write-up on the passing of legendary New Jersey champion Dwight Muhammad Qawi when the information got here that one other east coast boxing legend has handed.
Tommy Brooks, who educated an unimaginable listing of fighters all through his period with Most important Occasion promotions and the Duva household, has handed after a valiant battle with most cancers at age 71.
Brooks was a gifted novice, capturing a nationwide title earlier than going professional in 1977. He would struggle 10 instances (7-3) as a professional earlier than turning his consideration to teaching. And what a training profession it was. Brooks labored with Evander Holyfield, Mike Tyson, and the Klitschko brothers, amongst many different nice champions.
Shut household pal, promoter Lou DiBella confirmed the information of Brooks’ passing on Tuesday, July 29.
“Bought extra dangerous information a short while in the past. It was simply confirmed by his household that esteemed boxing coach Tommy Brooks died tonight, after having fought a really aggressive most cancers. Too younger. Nice boxing man and even higher particular person, he was only a strong dude. Shared many memorable nights with Tommy and his spouse, Donna Duva, through the glory days of Most important Occasions. My love and prayers to Donna and all their household. That is now an actual powerful stretch of shedding actual boxing individuals. It’s attending to me.”
One other East Coast boxing icon, Staten Island coach Teddy Atlas, additionally expressed his disappointment on the information.
“I used to be saddened to listen to of the passing of Tommy Brooks. He was a high novice fighter, coach and a gentleman who introduced class to the game. R.I.P.”
The boxing neighborhood will bear in mind Brooks not just for his teaching acumen but additionally for his integrity and dedication to growing fighters, each out and in of the ring, in addition to his qualities as an athlete and particular person, which made him beloved all through the game.
Brooks leaves behind a unprecedented legacy in heavyweight boxing and the respect of all who knew him.
Relaxation in peace, Tommy.
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