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Very minor edge wear. 4 1\/2\" x 9 1\/2\". Rarely seen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35908920934556,"sku":"","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/Foreman-CooneyFT1.jpg?v=1649188552"},{"product_id":"foreman-george-gerry-cooney-press-credential-1990","title":"FOREMAN, GEORGE-GERRY COONEY PRESS CREDENTIAL (1990)","description":"On January 15,1990 George Foreman met Gerry Cooney in a heavyweight bout.Big George would win the bout with a 2nd round TKO.Presented here is an official press credential for the bout.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an official press credential for the Foreman-Cooney bout in 1990.The credential measures 4 inches by 5 1\/2 inches.the credential shows edge and corner wear.Both fighters are pictured.There is a stamp of the press agaent attached at the bottom.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35908967039132,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"holmes-larry-gerry-cooney-full-ticket-1982","title":"HOLMES, LARRY-GERRY COONEY FULL TICKET (1982)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORY: \u003c\/strong\u003eOn June 11, 1982 World Heavyweight Champion Larry Holmes defended his title against undefeated challenger Gerry Cooney at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. This was a much anticipated bout between two quality fighters, which was somewhat overlooked due to the racial tone the fight took with a black champion facing a white challenger. Despite that, the fight lived up to its hype and proved to be one of the finest efforts of Larry Holmes' career. Holmes, in great shape, was sharp from the outset. He was able to withstand Cooney's heavy punching and inflicted punishment of his own which gradually wore Cooney down. A barrage in the 13th round put Cooney down and the fight was stopped. Presented here is an original, on site, full, unused ticket to the event.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFULL DESCRIPTION: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis full, unused official ticket names and pictures both fighters in a beautiful LeRoy Neiman drawing. Has section, row and seat number. Great color. Stub firmly attached. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Minor corner wear. A fine example. 3 1\/4\" x 7 1\/2\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35909005574300,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1444868865.jpg?v=1599588428"},{"product_id":"foreman-george-gerry-cooney-press-kit-1990","title":"FOREMAN, GEORGE-GERRY COONEY PRESS KIT (1990)","description":" On January 15, 1990 George Foreman and Gerry Cooney fought at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey. Both men were trying to establish comebacks into significant positions in the heavyweight division. This was Foreman's 20th fight since beginning his comeback in 1987 and he made quick work of Cooney stopping him in the second round with very accurate power punches. Presented here is the official press kit for the bout.\u003cbr\u003eThis press kit measures 9 inches by 12 inches.The kit contains info on the fighters, hotel and press releases.There is also a black and white photo of Foreman.The cover shows heavy wear and paper loss on the back.The inside cover is stained.The paper insertshave some soiling and rust stains from the staples.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35909342986396,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1222270225.jpg?v=1599589910"},{"product_id":"holmes-larry-gerry-cooney-souvenir-pin-1982","title":"HOLMES, LARRY-GERRY COONEY SOUVENIR PIN (1982)","description":"Larry Holmes fought Gerry Cooney on June 11, 1982 in a World Heavyweight Title defense. Holmes won by TKO in the 13th round. Presented here is a souvenir pin from their fight.\u003cbr\u003eThis is a 3\" diameter souvenir pin from the Holmes-Cooney fight of June 11, 1982. \"Las Vegas HAS IT compliments of Maxim Hotel\/Casino June 11, 1982 HOLMES vs. COONEY,\" is written on the front. There are 2 pairs of dice on the sides. The pin is in fine condition and is perfectly intact. ","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35909347868828,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1032879289.jpg?v=1599589938"},{"product_id":"holmes-larry-gerry-cooney-media-conference-broadside-1981","title":"HOLMES, LARRY-GERRY COONEY MEDIA CONFERENCE BROADSIDE (1981)","description":"Larry Holmes fought Gerry Cooney on June 11, 1982 at Caesars Palace. Holmes won by TKO in the 13th round to defend his World Heavyweight Title. Presented here is a broadside from the media conference on December 16, 1981.\u003cbr\u003eThis broadside is 8 1\/2\" x 11.\" It has been vertically and horizontally creased where it was folded. There are several creases along the edges and there is a small rip in the lower right corner. There is writing on the back.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35910049759388,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1046441562.jpg?v=1599591967"},{"product_id":"holmes-larry-gerry-cooney-vintage-pin-1982","title":"HOLMES, LARRY-GERRY COONEY VINTAGE PIN (1982)","description":"On June 11, 1982 World Heavyweight Champion Larry Holmes defended his title against undefeated challenger Gerry Cooney at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. This was a much anticipated bout between two quality fighters, which was somewhat overlooked due to the racial tone the fight took with a black champion facing a white challenger. Despite that, the fight lived up to its hype and proved to be one of the finest efforts of Larry Holmes' career. Holmes, in great shape, was sharp from the outset. He was able to withstand Cooney's heavy punching and inflicted punishment of his own which gradually wore Cooney down. A barrage in the 13th round put Cooney down and the fight was stopped. Presented here is a souvenir pin from the fight.\u003cbr\u003eBoth fighters are named on this vintage pin from the fight. The pin on the reverse is firmly intact. In overall excellent condition showing only minor wear. No dents. 1 1\/2 inches in diameter. A seldom seen souvenir pin from the fight.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35910758957212,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1122564466.jpg?v=1599595197"},{"product_id":"holmes-larry-gerry-cooney-souvenir-pin-1983","title":"HOLMES, LARRY-GERRY COONEY SOUVENIR PIN (1982)","description":"On June 11, 1982 World Heavyweight Champion Larry Holmes defended his title against undefeated challenger Gerry Cooney at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. This was a much anticipated bout between two quality fighters, which was somewhat overlooked due to the racial tone the fight took with a black champion facing a white challenger. Despite that, the fight lived up to its hype and proved to be one of the finest efforts of Larry Holmes' career. Holmes, in great shape, was sharp from the outset. He was able to withstand Cooney's heavy punching and inflicted punishment of his own which gradually wore Cooney down. A barrage in the 13th round put Cooney down and the fight was stopped. Presented here is a very scarce souvenir pinback from this event.\u003cbr\u003eThis souvenir pinback names the event and pictures head shots of both fighters. 3 inches in diameter. There is some minor foxing on the pin. 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He was able to withstand Cooney's heavy punching and inflicted punishment of his own which gradually wore Cooney down. A barrage in the 13th round put Cooney down and the fight was stopped. Presented here is an official program to this bout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFULL DESCRIPTION: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis official program from the Holmes-Cooney fight is 8 1\/4\" x 11.\" The program is clean inside and out and has not been scored. No rips or tears. 24 pages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35911138345116,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1463937305.jpg?v=1599597277"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-ken-norton-press-kit-1981","title":"COONEY, GERRY-KEN NORTON PRESS KIT (1981)","description":"On May 11, 1981 at Madison Square Garden in New York heavyweights Gerry Cooney and Ken Norton squared off in an important division match. Cooney destroyed Norton stopping him in the very first round. Offered here is a scarce press kit to this event.\u003cbr\u003eThis pres kit program pictures both fighters on the cover. 31 pages complete with profiles of the fighters and information regarding the fight. Good tight binding. Not creased. Minor soiling.9\" x 11.\"","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35911308017820,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1291910861.jpg?v=1599598170"},{"product_id":"1976-new-york-gold-gloves-official-program-cooney-laporte-davis-jr-moore","title":"1976 NEW YORK GOLD GLOVES OFFICIAL PROGRAM (COONEY, LAPORTE, DAVIS, JR., MOORE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORY: \u003c\/strong\u003eOn March 19, 1976 at Madison Square Garden in New York the finals of the New York Golden Gloves were held. Winners included Gerry Cooney, Davey Moore, Howard Davis, Jr., and Mitch Green. 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Also on the show heavyweight Pinklon Thomas stopped Bobby Jordan in the 5th round and heavyweight Greg Page stopped Ira Martin in the 1st round. Offered here is an original, on site credential used by female judge Eva Shain to gain admittance to the arena.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an original credential printed on heavy stock. Bold color and print. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. 2 1\/2\" x 4.\"","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35911404814492,"sku":"","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1350154438.jpg?v=1599598720"},{"product_id":"holmes-larry-gerry-cooney-exhibition-full-ticket-1982","title":"HOLMES, LARRY-GERRY COONEY EXHIBITION FULL TICKET (1982)","description":"On May 23,1982 Larry Holmes met Gerry Cooney in an exhibition bout at Caesars Palace.presented here is a full on-site ticket to the bout.\u003cbr\u003eThis ticket measures 2 inches by 5 1\/2 inches.The ticket shows minor handling wear,no creases.The stub is firmly attached.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35911495123100,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1223566220.jpg?v=1599599083"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-sam-mcgill-on-site-poster-1978-signed-by-michael-spinks","title":"COONEY, GERRY-SAM MCGILL ON SITE POSTER (1978-SIGNED BY MICHAEL SPINKS)","description":"On November 1, 1978 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, New York undefeated heavyweight contender Gerry Cooney headlined a boxing show against Sam McGill. Cooney remained unbeaten winning a unanimous 8 round decision over McGill. Offered here is an original, on site poster to this event which is signed at the bottom by future champion Michael Spinks.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an original, cardboard, on site poster which names the fighters. Vintage signed in ink on the bottom by Michael Spinks who was likely in attendance, \"Best Wishes To All of You From you Pal Michael Spinks Olympic Champ.\" Bold color and print. Not creased or torn. No tack holes. Clean front and back. 20\" x 25 3\/4.\"","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35911496106140,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1360935909.jpg?v=1599599092"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-ken-norton-full-ticket-1981","title":"COONEY, GERRY-KEN NORTON FULL TICKET (1981)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORY: \u003c\/strong\u003eOn May 11, 1981 heavyweight contenders Gerry Cooney and Ken Norton fought at Madison Square Garden in New York. Norton's tendency to fold under the pressure of a big puncher once again came into play as he was knocked out in less than one minute of the first round by the hard hitting Cooney. Presented here is a full official ticket to the event. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFULL DESCRIPTION: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis full official ticket is numbered and includes the names of both fighters. Three hole punches. Writing on back. Stub firmly attached. Bold color and print. Several creases. Minor edge and corner wear. 1 3\/4\" x 5 1\/2\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35911570456732,"sku":"","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1488729070.jpg?v=1599599417"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-tom-prater-on-site-poster-1979","title":"COONEY, GERRY-TOM PRATER ON SITE POSTER (1979)","description":"On June 29, 1979 at the Felt Forum in New York rising heavyweight star Gerry Cooney fought Tom Prater in the main event. Cooney made short work of it knocking Prater out in the very first round. Offered here is an original, on site poster for this event.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an original, cardboard, on site poster which pictures Gerry Cooney and undercard fighter John Lo Cicero. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. Small tack holes at bottom and top. Clean with no staining. Not creased or torn. Minor edge wear. 23\" x 29.\" We have had this poster before, but not in this condition.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35911758151836,"sku":"","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1520106701.jpg?v=1599600584"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-clothing-line-portfolio","title":"COONEY, GERRY CLOTHING LINE PORTFOLIO","description":"Gerry Cooney was born on August 4, 1956 in Huntington, New York. He was a heavyweight contender in the 1970's and 1980's and fought Larry Holmes, George Foreman and Michael Spinks during his career. His final record was 28-3 with 24 KO's. Offered here is a two sided clothing portfolio picturing Gerry Cooney in various articles of clothing. From the collection of his former co-manager Mike Jones.\u003cbr\u003eThis is a two sided, color, cardboard portfolio. Bold color and clear images. Crease in lower left corner. Minor edge, corner and surface wear. Likely unique, we have never seen another. Done at the height of his career. 8 3\/4\" x 11 3\/4.\"","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35912275689628,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1321045282.jpg?v=1599603194"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-original-greeting-card","title":"COONEY, GERRY ORIGINAL GREETING CARD","description":"Gerry Cooney was born on August 4, 1956 in Huntington, New York. He was a heavyweight contender in the 1970's and 1980's and fought Larry Holmes, George Foreman and Michael Spinks during his career. His final record was 28-3 with 24 KO's. Offered here is an original greeting card picturing Gerry Cooney. From the collection of Cooney's co-manager Mike Jones.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an original, unused greeting card by Star-Clips. Artwork by Daniel Tarantola. In mint condition with no crease or tears. Bold color. Clean. 5\" x 6 3\/4.\"","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35912276017308,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1321045773.jpg?v=1599603197"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-bill-gallo-original-wire-photo","title":"COONEY, GERRY \u0026 BILL GALLO ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO","description":"Gerry Cooney was born on August 4, 1956 in Huntington, New York. He was a heavyweight contender in the 1970's and 1980's and fought Larry Holmes, George Foreman and Michael Spinks during his career. His final record was 28-3 with 24 KO's. Offered here is an original wire photo of cartoonist Bill Gallo and Gerry Cooney at a function with Cooney displaying his awesome left hand.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an original wire photo. Missing the caption. Bold, clear image. Not creased or torn. Clean front and back. Minor compression at center. 7\" x 9.\"","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35912276181148,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1321046095.jpg?v=1599603199"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-ken-norton-official-program-1981","title":"COONEY, GERRY-KEN NORTON OFFICIAL PROGRAM (1981)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHISTORY: \u003c\/strong\u003eOn May 11, 1981 at Madison Square Garden in New York heavyweights Gerry Cooney and Ken Norton squared off in an important division match. Cooney destroyed Norton stopping him in the very first round. Offered here is an original, official program for this event.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFULL DESCRIPTION: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an original, official program picturing Cooney and Norton on cover and consisting of 48 pages complete. Tight binding. Clean inside and out except some minor soiling on back cover. Not creased or torn. Not scored. 8 1\/2\" x 11.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35912313176220,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1466881330.jpg?v=1599603447"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-ink-signed-index-card","title":"COONEY, GERRY INK SIGNED INDEX CARD","description":"Gerry Cooney was born on August 4, 1956 in Huntington, New York. He was a heavyweight contender in the 1970's and 1980's and fought Larry Holmes, George Foreman and Michael Spinks during his career. His final record was 28-3 with 24 KO's. Presented here is a signed index card of Cooney.\r\n\u003cbr\u003eThis is a signed index card of Cooney.The card measures 3 inches by 5 inches.The card is signed in ink and perfect.Near mint piece.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35912512077980,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1173708092.jpg?v=1599604754"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-broderick-mason-on-site-poster-1979","title":"COONEY, GERRY-BRODERICK MASON ON SITE POSTER (1979)","description":"On August 22, 1979 at the Felt Forum in New York undefeated heavyweight Gerry Cooney continued his march to a shot at the heavyweight title stopping Broderick Mason in the 4th round. Presented here is a rare on site poster from this event. \u003cbr\u003eThis poster is cardboard measuring 23\" x 29.\" It pictures Cooney and others on the card. Has a center crease. Clean. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. Minor edge and corner wear. Quite rare as are most early posters of this star fighter of the era.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35912688599196,"sku":"","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1558441456.jpg?v=1599605685"},{"product_id":"spinks-michael-gerry-cooney-press-kit-1987","title":"SPINKS, MICHAEL-GERRY COONEY PRESS KIT (1987)","description":"On June 15,1987 Micheal Spinks met Gery Cooney in a Heavyweight bout.Spinks would win the bout with a 5th round TKO.Presented here is the official press kit for the bout.\u003cbr\u003eThis is the official press kit for the Spinks-Cooney bout in 1987.The kit measures 9 inches by 12 inches.The kit contains info and bios on the fighters and the promoter.The kit also has info on the fight and hotel info.The folder has corner and edge wear.The inside pages are clean.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35912765178012,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1176295879.jpg?v=1599606257"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-veterans-boxers-association-dinner-program-1981","title":"COONEY, GERRY VETERANS BOXERS ASSOCIATION DINNER PROGRAM (1981)","description":"On March 29,1981 the Veteran Boxers association held a dinner in honor of Jerry Cooney.Presented here is the dinner program for the event.\u003cbr\u003eThis is a 1981 dinner program honoring Jerry Cooney.The program measures 8 1\/2 inches by 11 inches.The program contains 78 pages and has no writing inside.The program cover shows wear to the cover and edges.Minor soiling.There are  4 signatures on the front,with the only one of note being Phil terranova.One of the signatures is smudged.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35913053110428,"sku":"","price":35.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"foreman-george-gerry-cooney-press-kit-1991","title":"FOREMAN, GEORGE-GERRY COONEY PRESS KIT (1990)","description":"On January 15, 1990 George Foreman and Gerry Cooney fought at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey. 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Clean front and back.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35914816290972,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1331155424.jpg?v=1599618444"},{"product_id":"cooney-gerry-souvenir-pin","title":"COONEY, GERRY SOUVENIR PIN","description":"Gerry Cooney (born August 4, 1956) is a retired Irish-American professional boxer from Huntington, New York best known for his loss to Larry Holmes and defeat of aging ex-champion\/contender Ken Norton. Known for his big left-hook and his imposing size, the tall, lean Cooney had his first paid fight on February 15, 1977, beating Billy Jackson by a knockout in one round. Nine wins followed and Cooney gained attention as a future contender. Although his opponents were carefully chosen. He moved up a weight class and fought future world cruiserweight champion S.T. Gordon in Las Vegas, winning by a fourth round disqualification. Cooney had 11 more wins, spanning 1978 and 1979. Among those he defeated were Charlie Polite, former US heavyweight champion Eddie Lopez, and Tom Prater. These were not rated contenders however. By 1980, Cooney was being featured on national television. Stepping up he beat one time title challengers Jimmy Young and Ron Lyle, both by 'knockout,' although the Young fight was stopped because of cuts sustained by Young. By now he was ranked number 1 by the WBC and eager for a match with champion Larry Holmes. In 1981, he defeated former world heavyweight champion Ken Norton by a knockout just 54 seconds into the first round with a blisteringly powerful attack, which broke the record set in 1948 by Lee Savold for the quickest knockout in a main event in Madison Square Garden. Since his management team was unwilling to risk losing a big future pay day with Holmes by having him face another viable fighter, Cooney did not fight for 13 months after defeating Norton. The following year, Holmes agreed to fight him. With a purse of ten million dollars for the challenger, it was the richest fight in boxing history to that time. The promotion of the fight took on racial overtones that were exaggerated by the promoters, something Cooney did not agree with. He believed that skill, not race, should determine if a boxer was good. However, if Cooney won, he would have become the first Caucasian world heavyweight champion since Swede Ingemar Johansson defeated Floyd Patterson 23 years earlier. This caused Don King to label Cooney \"The Great White Hope.\" The bout drew attention worldwide, and Larry Holmes vs. Gerry Cooney was one of the biggest closed-circuit\/pay-per-view productions in history, broadcast to over 150 countries. Cooney fought bravely after he was knocked down briefly in the second round. Some believe he was winning until he was deducted three points for repeated low blows in round 10. But after 12 rounds, the more skillful and experienced Holmes finally wore him down. In round 13, Cooney's trainer stepped into the ring to save his fighter from further punishment. After a long layoff, Cooney fought in September 1984, beating Phillip Brown by a 4th round knockout in Anchorage, Alaska. He fought once more that year and won, but personal problems kept him out of the ring. Cooney was far past his prime when he made an ill advised comeback against former world heavyweight and world light heavyweight champion Michael Spinks. Boxing carefully with constant sharp counters Spinks knocked him out in round 5. Cooney's last fight was in 1990. He was knocked out in a match of the veterans in two slugging rounds by former world champion George Foreman. Cooney did stagger Foreman in the first round however, but he was simply overmatched. Cooney compiled a professional record of 28 wins and 3 losses, with 24 knockouts. He is ranked number 53 on Ring Magazine's list of \"100 Greatest Punchers of All Time\". Offered here is a rare souvenir pin of Gerry Cooney, dating to his career and produced by Tiffany Promotions.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an original, circa late 1970's, early 1980's souvenir pinback. The pin is firmly attached to the reverse. The pin features the kelly green \"Irish\" colors of Cooney in the background and his name in yellow. Bold color and print. No dents. No rusting or pitting. A fine example of a very scarce pin. 3 1\/2\" in diameter.","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35915079647388,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1336863343.jpg?v=1599619476"},{"product_id":"foreman-george-gerry-cooney-souvenir-pin-1990","title":"FOREMAN, GEORGE-GERRY COONEY SOUVENIR PIN (1990)","description":"On January 15, 1990 George Foreman and Gerry Cooney fought at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey. Both men were trying to establish comebacks into significant positions in the heavyweight division. This was Foreman's 20th fight since beginning his comeback in 1987 and he made quick work of Cooney stopping him in the second round with very accurate power punches. Presented here is an original, souvenir pin for this event.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an original, metallic, souvenir pin which pictures both fighters. Pin firmly attached on back. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. Clean front and back. No dents. 2 1\/8\" x 3 1\/8.\"","brand":"JoSportsInc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35915099144348,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0469\/5733\/0588\/products\/1340134220.jpg?v=1599619572"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.josportsinc.com\/collections\/cooney-gerry.oembed?page=9","provider":"JO Sports Inc. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}