Thread: < Larry Holmes was kicked out of the IBHF>

Just came across this article...


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What kind of bullshit is that... Let Larry sign whatever the hell he pleases.
I also think that the IHOF board should look inot cutting the fighters some cash from the "funding" (cash) that they make from the autographs they do.
It sucks that they sign their name allover and the IHOF doesn't cut them some cash. Absolute bullshit.

This isn't the 1st time I've read about fighters not liking their IHOF experiences over in Canastota. I was also told that Tony "The Tiger" Lopez was invited to attend but he had to pay for his won trip.

Maybe the IHOF "board" needs to revalute their staff, it sucks cause as less known as the WBHF is I think they do a damn good job at their events. I've yet to read and or hear any complaints from the boxers who have attended. Not alot of people know this but the WBHF has been around longer then the IBHF (Canastota) IF and when the WBHF catches some air and gets recognized I expect it to be the top Hall.

on no,

were going end up having IHOF and WBHF recognizing hall of famers, then we will have unified hall of famers.

Maybe the WBA will start a hall of fame where you can either be a "super" inductee or a "regular" inductee.

This sounds like Institutionalized politics 101.Sounds as though the Directors of The IBHF have lost sight of the meaning of 'Honoree's' and seem more interested in marketing off the fighters name's in mass.Holmes has never held his tounge but they could not come to a meeting of the minds?Any history between Holmes & Brophy?

Next thing you know they will want the Fighters to sign a terms & conditions contract & put a deposit down on the Ring.....wtf?

Originally Posted by CutMeMick

Just came across this article...


Fight Beat | News


What kind of bullshit is that... Let Larry sign whatever the hell he pleases.
I also think that the IHOF board should look inot cutting the fighters some cash from the "funding" (cash) that they make from the autographs they do.
It sucks that they sign their name allover and the IHOF doesn't cut them some cash. Absolute bullshit.

This isn't the 1st time I've read about fighters not liking their IHOF experiences over in Canastota. I was also told that Tony "The Tiger" Lopez was invited to attend but he had to pay for his won trip.

Maybe the IHOF "board" needs to revalute their staff, it sucks cause as less known as the WBHF is I think they do a damn good job at their events. I've yet to read and or hear any complaints from the boxers who have attended. Not alot of people know this but the WBHF has been around longer then the IBHF (Canastota) IF and when the WBHF catches some air and gets recognized I expect it to be the top Hall.

I have heard a few bad experiences myself. A real shame that the IBHOF acts as if these guys owe them not the other way around.

I also think that the HOF should do a bit more lobbying for some sort of pension plan etc.

Seems it has become nothing more then a cash cow for those who run it.

Typical BS,I really love the sport,but Im coming to loathe the buisness end. How these aholes can make their living off the sweat and blood of others is beyond me.
Larry earned his spot,all on his own,and if you dont think he has,just because he wont make you a few bucks................

I met Jeff chandler, Mike Weaver, Julian Jackson, Tony Lopez and Chuck Bodak at a signing in LA, a yr or two ago, and must say that they were all class acts. Chandler seemed very proud to sign my photo. Bodak was the same way. J.Jackson & T. Lopez were very personable, both were very nice guys and jokesters. I caught Lopez outside in the lobby and joked with him a bit, and if it wasn't for my children being with me...i would have bought the guy a drink out of pure gratitude for being just a Great guy. I hate to think that TBHOF is taking advantage of class acts like these.

Originally Posted by rene69

I met Jeff chandler, Mike Weaver, Julian Jackson, Tony Lopez and Chuck Bodak at a signing in LA, a yr or two ago, and must say that they were all class acts. Chandler seemed very proud to sign my photo. Bodak was the same way. J.Jackson & T. Lopez were very personable, both were very nice guys and jokesters. I caught Lopez outside in the lobby and joked with him a bit, and if it wasn't for my children being with me...i would have bought the guy a drink out of pure gratitude for being just a Great guy. I hate to think that TBHOF is taking advantage of class acts like these.

While I have not had the pleasure,my mother in law has met Larry
I know what he did for Easton PA
They are

My son and I went to the induction weekend this year for like the 13th time. It's all about the money now. No more fights at the casino, instead you pay a small fortune to get hearded into the Rusty Rail to listen to some fighters talk and watch some films. Saturday, you get to pay about $130 to go to a banquet and maybe get some autographs. No more Breakfast of Champions which was one of the best things the IBHOF did. I wrote a letter to The Ring after last year's induction stating how the whole thing was becoming less fan friendly. The memoribilia show is still good as are the ringside lectures. It seems that more and more fighters are avoiding the IBHOF induction. In the past there were many fighters on the grounds. Now you're lucky if you see anyone, much less get an autograph. Maybe it's time to get a new director.

Good find, Mick.

Larry Holmes deserves a hug. Gotta love that guy.

Well people I was just told there's more to this story... Apparently Larry is not all innocent.

The persons gonna send me a IM and I will relate the story here whe I have the details....

Stay tuned.

Originally Posted by CutMeMick

Well people I was just told there's more to this story... Apparently Larry is not all innocent.

The persons gonna send me a IM and I will relate the story here whe I have the details....

Stay tuned.

Ug the politics never end in boxing even in the HOF.

Originally Posted by CutMeMick

Well people I was just told there's more to this story... Apparently Larry is not all innocent.

The persons gonna send me a IM and I will relate the story here whe I have the details....

Stay tuned.

I know what it is. Apparently Larry decided to sell his autograph outside, instead of where he was supposed to be signing so he didn't have to share the profits and he got kicked out for it by the executive director of TBHOF...Ed Brophy. Hmmm?? Holmes got kicked out because he wouldn't share the wealth with an organization that's supposed to be NON profit. Go figure!

Originally Posted by rene69

Originally Posted by CutMeMick

Well people I was just told there's more to this story... Apparently Larry is not all innocent.

The persons gonna send me a IM and I will relate the story here whe I have the details....

Stay tuned.

I know what it is. Apparently Larry decided to sell his autograph outside, instead of where he was supposed to be signing so he didn't have to share the profits and he got kicked out for it by the executive director of TBHOF...Ed Brophy. Hmmm?? Holmes got kicked out because he wouldn't share the wealth with an organization that's supposed to be NON profit. Go figure!

It is non profit, all proceeds go to keep the hall running. Larry was making a profit.

Originally Posted by Put Em' Up

Originally Posted by rene69

Originally Posted by CutMeMick

Well people I was just told there's more to this story... Apparently Larry is not all innocent.

The persons gonna send me a IM and I will relate the story here whe I have the details....

Stay tuned.

I know what it is. Apparently Larry decided to sell his autograph outside, instead of where he was supposed to be signing so he didn't have to share the profits and he got kicked out for it by the executive director of TBHOF...Ed Brophy. Hmmm?? Holmes got kicked out because he wouldn't share the wealth with an organization that's supposed to be NON profit. Go figure!

It is non profit, all proceeds go to keep the hall running. Larry was making a profit.

And the Hall was making a profit off Larry.

Originally Posted by CutMeMick

Well people I was just told there's more to this story... Apparently Larry is not all innocent.

The persons gonna send me a IM and I will relate the story here whe I have the details....

Stay tuned.

I am sure Larry was not all "What did I do?" in the matter. I read Larry is very "I do what I want when I want the hell with everyone else"

I also read he changes his mind constantly.

Ever read his book? he is very self serving and complains non stop about everything and why the sport does not consider him the greatest ever. He is jealous of Ali as if Muhammad stole his wife. Very odd fellow