The Galveston Giant

On this date in 1878 Jack Arthur Johnson was born in Galveston, Texas, the second child and first son of Henry and Tina "Tiny" Johnson who were former slaves. Henry Johnson was of pure African descent, and traced his ancestry back to the Coromantees who came from modern-day Ghana. Jack grew to become the first African American world heavyweight boxing champion from 1908–1915. In 1910 Johnson took part in what was considered "The Fight Of The Century" against James J. Jeffries. Jeffries was a white former champion who came out of retirement to "reclaim" the title. The fight took place on July 4, 1910 in front of 20,000 people. In the 15th round, after Jeffries had been knocked down twice for the first time in his career, his people called it quits to prevent Johnson from knocking him out. The "Fight of the Century" earned Johnson $65,000. Johnson was the original owner of the Harlem club that would later become The Cotton Club

Michael Wilbon Done At The Washington Post

This past tuesday, the great Michael Wilbon wrote his last column for my hometown Washington Post. For so many Washingtonians, Wilbon was a voice that we fell in love with over the years. Weather you agreed or disagreed with his statements, he always expressed his point of views very clear without seeming to preach to us. When I found out he was black, my fascination only grew for the writer. When I entered middle school my dad got me a subscription to the post so I could read Wilbon's columns on a more regular basis. Even when I was away from the area for college I would periodically go on the post's site and read his stuff. We were truly blessed to have him write for us over the pass 30 years in DC. Since the takeoff of his show PTI with fellow Washington Post writer Tony Kornheiser, I knew this day would eventually come. Now that he will be on ESPN fulltime, the rest of the country will get to see the guy I was able to read for so many years. Good luck with your future at ESPN and for your years at the post, I say job well done Mr Wilbon. You can read Wilbon's final column in its entirety HERE.

"What's In a Name? That Which We Call a Rose By Any Other Name Would Smell As Sweet."

On this date in 1964 Casius Clay offically changed his name to Muhammad Ali after converting to Islam immediately after winning his first heavyweight title with a KO of Sonny Liston in the 7th round. Rumors were that he had already changed his name and was converted by Malcolm X but was asked to delay his announcement about his conversion to Islam until after the fight.

Today In Black History: Joe Frazier

On this date in 1970 Joe Frazier became the undisputed world champion when he defeated WBA champion Jimmy Ellis at Madison Square Garden by a fifth-round knock-out.

Mike Tyson’s Oprah Interview (Video)

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The Thrilla in Manilla - Ali vs Frazier 3

On this date in 1975 Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier fought each other for third and final time. The fight took place at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines. ESPN ranked the fight as the fifth greatest sporting event of all time and most consider it the greatest boxing match ever.

Today In Black History - Muhammad Ali

On this date in 1978 Muhammad Ali beat Leon Spinks in the New Orleans Superdome and regained his WBA World Heavyweight Boxing Championship title. With that win Ali became the first three-time heavyweight champion. He also received the UN "Messenger of Peace Award" on this date in 1998.

Nas- Legendary (Mike Tyson)

DJ free version of the song "Legendary" by Nas of the Nigger Tape that was released last summer before his Untitled LP. The s0ng plays tribute to "Iron" Mike Tyson.

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