Great Trainers that never faught??

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Hey guys,

I was randomly wondering if there were trainers out there that dont have a substantial boxing career as fighters.. for example Emanuel Steward had a pretty extensive amateur career, Roach as well, plus pro.

But are there any successful boxing trainers that did not fight?

Cus D'amato?... Brother Naazim Richardson maybe?

I know having extensive fighting experience would be a great asset, but I always wondered if there were great trainers that simply studied the sport but never really competed.

Check out this article that precisely addresses your question: - it has received almost 250 FB Likes so far so something has to be right. Google "Ageless Adonis: Boxing’s Greatest Trainers and Strategists Who Never Actually Fought!" - hope it helps.

- Coach Craig

Just had a quick read and looks like youve answered a question that wasnt asked. You said you were debating Bruce Lees prowess as a martial artist, not as a martial arts instructer.

As a martial artist, Bruce Lee was top notch. As a fighter he was totally unproven as he never took part in any tournaments or competative bouts to judge him as a fighter on.

He could teach martial arts but I doubt he could train any top MMA fighters.