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His name I will always remember. Francisco "Pancho" Moncivias. He was one of the greatest guys you could ever meet. He lost his life doing what he loved to do. Friday Night during his bout. He was knocked down for the first time in his boxing career. Out of 84 fights, this was his first and last fall. Everyone please pray for the family he leaves behind. They need it more than ever.
If there is a heaven he won't be short of company up there that's for sure, it's been a harsh month.
I never knew of him but RIP
Like Kel I didn't know him but my thoughts still go out to his loved ones.
if any of the Mods see this can we look at setting up a specific thread for remembering all the guys who have passed. I nkow one of the guys suggested yesterday.
Sadly we need it.
We all know boxing is risky but we never really feel anything bad can or will happen to someone we know. I think the majority of boxing fans have a good deal of compassion for those who get up and entertain us when things go bad.Quote:
Originally Posted by EBenitez1987
Boxer dies after Mississippi bout | Fightnews - Boxing News Updated 24/7
21-year-old heavyweight Francisco “Pancho” Moncivias passed away on Saturday night due to injuries suffered in a bout the previous night in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. Moncivias (1-1) was taken to Gulfport Memorial Hospital after engaging in an all out slugfest with Bobby O’Bannon (6-2). Sadly he died from his injuries 24 hours later.
R I P
He at least died doing what he like doing the best.... RIP young fella.
rip, man its been a tragic past few weeks for boxing, wtf :tombstone:
May God rest his soul.
Remembering "Pancho" Moncivias (1988-2009)
By holmcall
I don't even have the words to describe how sick I feel about this. "Pancho" was my friend, and he just passed away at approximately 9PM Central time tonight. Pancho was one of the nicest, classiest, well mannered guys that you could ever meet. Pancho left this earth and is now with God in heaven. He will be missed. Please keep the Moncivais family in your prayers.
--Posted by Brad Cooney
This is a shock to us all…We’re not talking about a
mismatched bout. He was a ranked amateur with a national title.
--Mississippi Boxing Commissioner Jon Lewis
I’ve been asking officials and employees did they let it go too long.
The feedback is that [referee Fred Steinwinder] did a good job. This
is one of those cases where the blow killed the guy.
-- Lewis
The fight is a bad dream somebody told me about
--Bobby O’Bannon
This young and gifted heavyweight (1-1) died due to injuries suffered in a weekend bout in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. He was taken to the Hancock Medical Center after engaging in an all-out war with Bobby O’Bannon (6-2) of Mobile, Alabama, but sadly left us shortly after.
O'Bannon and Pancho fought the best bout out of a two-night venue putting each other down in a back-and-forth slugfest. In fact, Moncivais had O'Bannon down three times, but became exhausted and got caught with a lethal two-punch combo in the fourth and final round that sent him into the ropes where he fell in an awkward manner. At the time, he was winning on the cards. After not moving for a couple of minutes, it was clear he was seriously hurt. His last words were, ‘'man he can hit.” Seconds later he was unconscious...and then he was gone.
The kid was a Golden Gloves champion from Laurel, had never been down before, and loved to fight. He had the heart of a lion.
Thoughts and prayers go out to Bobby O’Bannon as well, as he now must deal with this tragedy. Indeed, he may never get back in the ring.
Another terrible and tragic story in a month ( July-2009) that has been filled with far too many of them.
Rest in peace, Pancho.
Postscript: A memorial fund to benefit Moncivais' family has been established. Donations can be mailed to:
Mississippi Athletic Commission
"Pancho Memorial Fund"
P.O. Box 720820
Byram, MS 39272
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RIP fallen warrier.
GOD Bless!
May God bless him and his family.
Another tragedy. Rip. As you say, prayers to his family.
Well hopefully this kat that got taken is somewhere hanging with Gatti, Argullo, Forrest, Marco Nazareth, all them dudes who got taken. R.I.P. man; didn't know you but I know what you did so it doesn't matter.