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Canastota Boxing Hero Carmen Basilio Passes Away

Tad Pole — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:53:34 +0000

Flags at the Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota are at half-mast with the death of Carmen Basilio. Nicknamed, the "Upstate Onion Farmer," Basilio died at Rochester General Hospital this morning at the age of 85. A 3-time champion, he was best known for defeating Sugar Ray Robinson. Check out the video highlights of his win over Sugar Ray Robinson.

Joe Frazier Was "Smokin'" In South Utica

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:10:39 +0000

As you probably know by now, "Smokin'" Joe Frazier died Monday night at age 67, and the boxing world has lost a great heavyweight. What you may not know is that a friend of mine and her family met Joe Frazier years ago in their place of business in South Utica.

Sylvester Stallone and Mike Tyson Inducted Into Boxing Hall of Fame

Matt Herkimer — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 23:40:17 +0000

The annual International Boxing Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Canastota received a shot of Hollywood glitter today as Sylvester "Rocky Balboa" Stallone joined Mike Tyson among this years inductees. According to Sports Illustrated Stallone ended his acceptance speech by saying, "Yo Adrian, I did it!"

Boxing Hall Of Fame Inductions Sunday In Canastota [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:28:11 +0000

Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson will be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota on Sunday. Others joining "Iron Mike" in the class of 2011 include Julio Chavez, referee Joe Cortez and Rocky Balboa--AKA Sylvester Stallone! There will be a Parade of Champions at 1 Sunday followed by the induction ceremonies at the museum at 2:30. Now how did "Rocky Balboa" make the cut? Check out this video clip for a reminder.