121 years old today

A True Pioneer Hero.

To have a record of 54 (49) - 4 - 5 in those days was nothing short of incredible, especially when you consider that, of his four losses, two were points decisions when he was 15 & 16 years old, the 3rd was when he was punched illegally by Billy papke (whom he beat 3-1 in their series of bouts) and the last was by the great Jack Johnson - all time heavyweight great. And he had just turned 24 when he was murdered

For those who want to learn more about this true Boxing great follow the links below....

http://www.boxrec.com/media/index.php/Stanley_Ketchel

http://www.cyberboxingzone.com/boxing/ketchel.htm