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riz
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| Posted: September 07 2007, 16:28 PM Post subject: In the ring: with Jackie Kallen |
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This is a recent interview I conducted with Jackie Kallen, one of the first major female boxing managers.
Riz: First off, thanks for doing this interview Jackie. What problems and adversities have you went through as a female in this sport?
At the beginning, it was much harder than it is today. I have been around for almost 30 years now and most of the young fighters do not even remember the days when there weren't female managers. There are still some older men in the business who have a problem dealing with a woman, but I never let it bother me.
Riz: YouÆve been with a lot of fighters. Who would you say was the most manageable or marketable?
A lot of the fighters I've worked with were marketable. Thomas Hearns was the first boxer I worked with and he became a well-respected icon in the business. I always thought Bronco McKart was very marketable--charming and great with the fans. As far as being "manageable", I would have to say that most of the boxers I have managed--and all the boxers I work with today--have been easy to work with. There have been a few exceptions, of course, but for the most part my boxers have all been terrific.
Riz: A lot has been said on your relationship with James Toney. If you donÆt mind me asking what happened between you and James?
James and I had a wonderfully successful six years together--with a lot of ups and downs sprinkled in. When our second three-year contract term ended, he elected to go with another manager.. We are on good terms today, though, and are always very friendly when we run into each other.
Riz: How are things with Bronco Mckart?
Bronco and I are still good friends and always will be. He is a true gentlemen and one of my favorite people in this business.
Riz: What are his plans for his next fight?
I don't manage Bronco anymore so I can't say what he has planned. But his win against Enrique Ornelas was a pleasant surprise!
Riz: In your opinion is this the year that the big fights are happening?
There are always big fights but it does seem that there are some good ones coming up. The DeLaHoya/Mayweather fight captivated the boxing fans for months. There hasn't been that kind of excitement since the old Tyson fights and Oscar's earlier title bouts. I love to see our sport creating this kind of interest.
Riz: What about some predictions on upcoming fights. Calzaghe-Kessler?
This is an even fight but I give Calzaghe a slight edge.
Riz: Mayweather-Hatton?
Another good match. I am going with Floyd.
Riz: Mosley-Cotto
I love Shame, but I think he's going to have problems beating Cotto. I am picking Cotto.
Riz: Barrera-Pacquiao
Pacquiao
Riz: Taylor-Pavlik
I like Pavlik in this one. KO
Riz: I also have a few ôquickiesö, which are smaller answers. Who in your opinion is the greatest of all time?
Joe Louis
Riz: Best fighter today?
Mayweather
Riz: Your hero or idol?
Barbara Walters
Riz: Most important punch in the sport?
Body punch
Riz: Any closing remarks?
I am still very passionate about boxing. I am currently managing Damian Fuller, Matt Remillard, Jeannine Garside, Karim Mayfield, Reggie LaCrete and Anthony Chavez. I have high hopes for all of them. |
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Gareth
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| Posted: September 12 2007, 21:26 PM Post subject: |
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| Once again, Nice One Riz :-) |
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riz
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| Posted: September 12 2007, 22:32 PM Post subject: |
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| I'm surprised so few people have replied to this. Sadly a lot of people don't know who she is. |
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Gareth
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| Posted: September 12 2007, 22:55 PM Post subject: |
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I hadn't noticed it until tonight to be honest, bookmarks set to avoid the homepage due to the slow speeds.
I don't know that much about her, have heard the name alot recently and know bits about Jackies career. Mainly due to a local boxing promoter who only started a promotions company being compared against Jackie as women in boxing managment and promotion. |
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Martin
Joined: 14 Oct 2005
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| Posted: September 13 2007, 12:53 PM Post subject: |
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| Riz - at the risk of sounding silly - is that Meg Ryan? :? :) |
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Davieboy
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| Posted: September 13 2007, 13:53 PM Post subject: |
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yeah i'm surprised more people haven't replied as even if they didn't know who she was before the film loosley based on her life, starring meg ryan has been showing on film 4 for the past few days. lol
good post |
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Orbtastic
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| Posted: September 13 2007, 14:01 PM Post subject: |
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| Wonder how friendly she really is with Toney. |
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Alf Stewart
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| Posted: September 13 2007, 14:04 PM Post subject: |
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| mmm? |
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riz
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| Posted: September 13 2007, 15:37 PM Post subject: |
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Martin wrote: Riz - at the risk of sounding silly - is that Meg Ryan? :? :)
The movie which Meg Ryan starred in (Against the ropes) is based on her pretty much. |
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claire
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| Posted: November 06 2007, 12:13 PM Post subject: |
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| only just spotted this, interesting stuff from a girls point of view :-) |
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