Sometimes the fight is that much harder outside the ring. Even after the final bell has sounded, there are fighters, left alone. In a struggle. After a career in the boxing ring. Entertaining boxing fans. The expended pugilist remains in a fight for survival. Literally. Having witnessed the decline of the life of a fighter … Continued
(This article was written a week before the sad passing of The Pedro Club President, James Cook MBE but it has been posted in the form as the banter between James and myself was legendary) It was a successful day. Saturday 31st May at the Pedro Youth Club in Hackney. We had the yearly amateur … Continued
REMEMBERING JAMES COOK MBE Everything about James Cook MBE has been phenomenal – right to the very end! Sunday was the Nine Night, and I have to say, I have never experienced anything quite like it. The love for James was undeniable – evident in the sheer number of people who came out to pay … Continued
From The Heart! Writing this tribute has been hard. Everyone knew that James Cook was one of my closest friends, and even now, it still feels like I am caught in a nightmare that I am unable to wake up from. I keep hoping I will open my eyes and be able to share a … Continued