Leon Spinks ~ "The Road To Muhammad Ali"

[Bill Paxtom]

Sunday ~ May 29, 1977

Montreal, Canada

~ New Opponent For Leon Spinks ~

A 'new' opponent has been selected for Leon Spinks Wednesday's Night bout at
The Forum.

Leon's original opponent {George Jerome} was deemed, not physically fit.

As a fill-in, 24 year-old Scotty Welsh of Vancouver will be the replacement. Welsh, who
is ranked as the #6 Canadian Heavyweight claims a record of 14-0-0 with {11 KO's}.

Scotty Welsh is originally from New Brunswick, and has been competing as a Professional since
January 1973. Welsh at 6' 1" and 195 lbs. carries a powerful left-hook along with good hand-speed.