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Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-11T02:32:22Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Drawn

Began at Lindenhurst(Long Island) Youth Center at 112 pounds as the "Polish Bomber" under former amateur/pro boxer/referee Carl "Duke" Schroeder,retired NYPD Detective.
Continued on at Suffolk County Police Athletic League at 132-156 pounds.Winner of the Long Island Empire States Games Light-Middleweight title.Following boot camp and FS School with the USMC,sparring at 170 pounds,Peter caught the attention of former All-Navy and Olympic coach Dick Pettigrew. After a successful tryout at the Camp LeJeune(NC)"Snakepit",boxed as an All-Marine team member while growing into a legitimate,though light,Heavyweight(190#).
After an Honorable discharge from the MC,boxed occasionally while residing in Savannah,Ga. until a "career-ending" eye injury halted his pugilistic participation for almost four years.

A born-again experience followed by a medically verified miracle returned Peter to a LI ring where he captured the Empire State Games Super-Heavyweight(201#+) title[weighing-in with ankle weights!)on his way to the the state heavyweight championship, where he endured the judges favor his opponent in a tough split-decision loss,thus ending his amateur career.

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-11T02:24:52Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Drawn

Began at Lindenhurst(Long Island) Youth Center at 112 pounds as the "Polish Bomber" under former amateur/pro boxer/referee Carl "Duke" Schroeder,retired NYPD Detective.
Continued on at Suffolk County Police Athletic League at 132-156 pounds.Winner of the Long Island Empire States Games Light-Middleweight title.Following boot camp and FS School with the USMC,sparring at 170 pounds,Peter caught the attention of former All-Navy and Olympic coach Dick Pettigrew. After a successful tryout at the Camp LeJeune(NC)"Snakepit",boxed as an All-Marine team member while growing into a legitimate,though light,Heavyweight(190#).
After an Honorable discharge from the MC,boxed occasionally while residing in Savannah,Ga. until a "career-ending" eye injury temporarily halted his pugilistic participation.

A born-again experience followed by a medically verified miracle returned Peter to a LI ring where he captured the Empire State Games Super-Heavyweight(201#+) title[weighing-in with ankle weights!)on his way to the the state heavyweight championship, where he endured the judges favor his opponent in a tough split-decision loss,thus ending his amateur career.

Charles Morgan vs. Pete Ludwinski

2008-05-11T00:53:01Z

GOF:

<FIGHT>874399</fight>
Ludwinski won the first round however,was cut with a head butt.
The second round was fairly even as the cut continued to bleed.
Early in the third round a Morgan punch ripped open a cut right above Ludwinski's other eye.
Panicking,Ludwinski blindly threw some wild shots before being knocked down by one of Morgan's own.Game to continue,the bloody Preacher struggled to beat the count,though referee
Neumann halted the crimson mess at 2:49,ending the bout before the final round.

Talk:Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-11T00:49:56Z

GOF:

PeteR(Yes,with an r)"The Pugilistic Preacher" Ludwinski

Began at 112 pounds in the Lindenhurst Youth Center,Long Island,NY
Continued at the Suffolk County Police Boys Club, Babylon,NY around 132#
Won 156# Long Island Empire State Games at 148#
Continued on the US Marine Corps Boxing Team, Camp LeJeune,NC between 165-195#
Fought a few matches in Savannah,GA
Returned to NY to capture a 2nd LI Empire State Games title,this time at Super-Heavyweight although actually only weighing 195#
Ended amateur career after split decision loss in Heavyweight Finals of Empire State Games(NY)

Amateur record: 49Won(19RSCs) 23Lost 3Drawn

Professional record:4Won(3KOs) 2Lost 1Draw

Talk:Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-11T00:46:20Z

GOF:

Talk:Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-11T00:42:56Z

GOF:

PeteR(Yes,with an r)"The Pugilistic Preacher" Ludwinski

Began at 112 pounds in the Lindenhurst Youth Center,Long Island,NY
Continued at the Suffolk County Police Boys Club, Babylon,NY around 132#
Won 156# Long Island Empire State Games at 148#
Continued on the US Marine Corps Boxing Team, Camp LeJeune,NC between 165-195#
Fought a few matches in Savannah,GA
Returned to NY to capture a 2nd LI Empire State Games title,this time at Super-Heavyweight although actually only weighing 195#
Ended amateur career after split decision loss in Heavyweight Finals of Empire State Games(NY)

Amateur record: 49 Won 19 RSCs Professional record: 4 Won 3KOs
23 Lost 2 Lost
3 Drawn 1 Draw

Jesus Contreras vs. Pete Ludwinski

2008-05-11T00:39:32Z

GOF:

<fight>222686</fight>

Should he be victorious,promised a nationally-televised bout with recently crowned Olympic Champ "Merciless"Ray Mercer,Ludwinski logically began with caution against the hard punching
Contreras. However as it turned out,after few meaningful blows landed by either man, a
slashing lunge by Jesus tore open a large gash over the "Preachers'" eye resulting in the referee's simultaneous stoppage, and perhaps subsequently, Ludwinski's career.

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-11T00:32:26Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Draws

Began at Lindenhurst(Long Island) Youth Center at 112 pounds as the "Polish Bomber" under former amateur/pro boxer/referee Carl "Duke" Schroeder,retired NYPD Detective.
Continued on at Suffolk County Police Athletic League at 132-156 pounds.Winner of the Long Island Empire States Games Light-Middleweight title.Following boot camp and FS School with the USMC,sparring at 170 pounds,Peter caught the attention of former All-Navy and Olympic coach Dick Pettigrew. After a successful tryout at the Camp LeJeune(NC)"Snakepit",boxed as an All-Marine team member while growing into a legitimate,though light,Heavyweight(190#).
After an Honorable discharge from the MC,boxed occasionally while residing in Savannah,Ga. until a "career-ending" eye injury temporarily halted his pugilistic participation.

A born-again experience followed by a medically verified miracle returned Peter to a LI ring where he captured the Empire State Games Super-Heavyweight(201#+) title[weighing-in with ankle weights!)on his way to the the state heavyweight championship, where he endured the judges favor his opponent in a tough split-decision loss,thus ending his amateur career.

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T23:46:41Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Draws

Began at Lindenhurst(Long Island) Youth Center at 112 pounds as the "Polish Bomber" under former amateur/pro boxer/referee Carl "Duke" Schroeder,retired NYPD Detective.
Continued on at Suffolk County Police Athletic League at 132-156 pounds.Winner of the Long Island Empire States Games Light-Middleweight title.Following boot camp and FS School with the USMC,sparring at 170 pounds,Peter caught the attention of former All-Navy and Olympic coach Dick Pettigrew. After a successful tryout at the Camp LeJeune(NC)"Snakepit",boxed as an All-Marine team member while growing into a legitimate,though light,Heavyweight(190#).
After an Honorable discharge from the MC,boxed occasionally while residing in Savannah,Ga. until a "career-ending" eye injury temporarily halted his pugilistic participation.

A born-again experience followed by a medically verified miracle returned Peter to a LI ring where he captured the Empire State Games Super-Heavyweight(201#+) title[weighing-in with ankle weights!)on his way to the the state heavyweight championship, where he endured the judges favor for his opponent in a split-decision loss,thus ending his amateur career.

Pete Ludwinski vs. Curtis Dudley

2008-05-10T23:45:15Z

GOF:

<fight>915418</fight>

Initially appearing as a careful chessmatch between tall,lanky counterpunchers,suddenly with one surprising move this bout came to an abrupt end.
With a sharp,slicing lefthook which he later described as heaven-sent,The Pugilistic Preacher
dumped The Trashman headfirst center-ring.
Quickly regaining a vertical position,Dudley's gloves were wiped off as the referee proceeded to let the match continue.Nevertheless,a state appointed physician immediately halted the affair citing a glassy look in the eyes of the fallen warrior.

Postnote:
With the outcome of this bout,Ludwinski secured a spot in Michael Spinks training camp for the then Heavyweight champs successful title defense against Gerry Cooney.

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T23:35:06Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Draws

Began at Lindenhurst(Long Island) Youth Center at 112 pounds as the "Polish Bomber" under former amateur/pro boxer/referee Carl "Duke" Schroeder,retired NYPD Detective.
Continued on at Suffolk County Police Athletic League at 132-156 pounds.Winner of the Long Island Empire States Games Light-Middleweight title.Following boot camp and FS School with the USMC,sparring at 170 pounds,Peter caught the attention of former All-Navy and Olympic coach Dick Pettigrew. After a successful tryout at the Camp LeJeune(NC)"Snakepit",boxed as an All-Marine team member while growing into a legitimate,though light,Heavyweight(190#).
After an Honorable discharge from the MC,boxed occasionally while residing in Savannah,Ga. until a "career-ending" eye injury temporarily halted his pugilistic participation.

A born-again experience followed by a medically verified miracle returned Peter to to a LI ring where he captured the Empire State Games Super-Heavyweight(201#+) title[weighing-in with ankle weights!)on his way to the the state heavyweight championship, where he endured the judges favor for his opponent in a split-decision loss,thus ending his amateur career.

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T23:34:15Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Draws

Began at Lindenhurst(Long Island) Youth Center at 112 pounds as the "Polish Bomber" under former amateur/pro boxer/referee Carl "Duke" Schroeder,retired NYPD Detective.
Continued on at Suffolk County Police Athletic League at 132-156 pounds.Winner of the Long Island Empire States Games Light-Middleweight title.Following boot camp and FS School with the USMC,sparring at 170 pounds,Peter caught the attention of former All-Navy and Olympic coach Dick Pettigrew. After a successful tryout at the Camp LeJeune(NC)"Snakepit",boxed as an All-Marine team member while growing into a legitimate,though light,Heavyweight(190#).
After an Honorable discharge from the MC,boxed occasionally while residing in Savannah,Ga. until a "career-ending" eye injury temporarily halted his pugilistic participation.

A born-again experience followed by a medically verified miracle returned Peter to to a LI ring where he captured the Empire State Games Super-Heavyweight(201#+) title[weighing-in with ankle weights!)on his way to the the state heavyweight championship, where he endured the judges favor his opponent in a split-decision loss,thus ending his amateur career.

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T23:32:33Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Draws

Began at Lindenhurst(Long Island) Youth Center at 112 pounds as the "Polish Bomber" under former amateur/pro boxer/referee Carl "Duke" Schroeder,retired NYPD Detective.
Continued on at Suffolk County Police Athletic League at 132-156 pounds.Winner of the Long Island Empire States Games Light-Middleweight title.Following boot camp and FS School with the USMC,sparring at 170 pounds,Peter caught the attention of former All-Navy and Olympic coach Dick Pettigrew. After a successful tryout at the Camp LeJeune(NC)"Snakepit",boxed as an All-Marine team member while growing into a legitimate,though light,Heavyweight(190#).
After an Honorable discharge from the MC,boxed occasionally while residing in Savannah,Ga. until a "career-ending" eye injury temporarily halted his pugilistic participation.

A born-again experience followed by a medically verified miracle returned Peter to to a LI ring where he captured the Empire State Games Super-Heavyweight(201#+) title[weighing-in with ankle weights!)on his way to the the state heavyweight championship, where he endured the judges favor his opponent in a split-decision loss.

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T23:31:26Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Draws

Began at Lindenhurst(Long Island) Youth Center at 112 pounds as the "Polish Bomber" under former amateur/pro boxer/referee Carl "Duke" Schroeder,retired NYPD Detective.
Continued on at Suffolk County Police Athletic League at 132-156 pounds.Winner of the Long Island Empire States Games Light-Middleweight title.Following boot camp and FS School with the USMC,sparring at 170 pounds,Peter caught the attention of former All-Navy and Olympic coach Dick Pettigrew. After a successful tryout at the Camp LeJeune(NC)"Snakepit",boxed as an All-Marine team member while growing into a legitimate,though light,Heavyweight(190#).
After an Honorable discharge from the MC,boxed occasionally while residing in Savannah,Ga. until a "career-ending" eye injury temporarily halted his pugilistic participation.

A born-again experience followed by a medically verified miracle returned Peter to to a LI ring where he captured the Empire State Games Super-Heavyweight(201#+) title[weighing-in with ankle weights!)on his way to the the state heavyweight championship where he endured the judges favor his opponent in a split-decision loss.

Talk:Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T23:06:20Z

GOF:

PeteR(Yes,with an r)"The Pugilistic Preacher" Ludwinski

Began at 112 pounds in the Lindenhurst Youth Center,Long Island,NY
Continued at the Suffolk County Police Boys Club, Babylon,NY around 132#
Won 156# Long Island Empire State Games at 148#
Continued on the US Marine Corps Boxing Team, Camp LeJeune,NC between 165-195#
Fought a few matches in Savannah,GA
Returned to NY to capture a 2nd LI Empire State Games title,this time at Super-Heavyweight although actually only weighing 195#
Ended amateur career after split decision loss in Heavyweight Finals of Empire State Games(NY)

Amateur record: 49 Won 19 RSCs Professional record: 4 Won 3KOs
23 Lost 2 Lost
3 Drawn 1 Draw

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T22:17:31Z

GOF:

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T22:15:32Z

GOF:

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T22:04:46Z

GOF:

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T21:56:29Z

GOF:

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T21:17:03Z

GOF:

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-10T21:13:59Z

GOF:

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-06T10:23:20Z

GOF:

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-06T09:27:59Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49 Won(19) - 23 Lost - 3 Draws

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-06T09:27:04Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts

49Won(19) - 23Lost - 3Draws

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-06T09:26:47Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49Won(19) - 23Lost - 3Draws

Peter Ludwinski

2008-05-06T09:25:15Z

GOF:

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

Amateur record in 75 bouts
49(19)Won - 23Lost - 3Draws

Pete Ludwinski vs. Herman Jackson

2008-05-06T09:20:15Z

GOF:

A rather boring affair in which neither boxer exhibited any real passion.
Sporting a cut eye since early in the 2nd round, Ludwinski appeared preoccupied with his bloody,distorted vision to the point of providing a lackluster performance in this uninspired,sluggish sparring session.
Though Jackson tried his best,his strength could not overcome his opponent's height and reach.

Pete Ludwinski vs. Herman Jackson

2008-05-06T09:19:51Z

GOF:

A rather booring affair in which neither boxer exhibited any real passion.
Sporting a cut eye since early in the 2nd round, Ludwinski appeared preoccupied with his bloody,distorted vision to the point of providing a lackluster performance in this uninspired,sluggish sparring session.
Though Jackson tried his best,his strength could not overcome his opponent's height and reach.

Pete Ludwinski vs. Herman Jackson

2008-05-06T09:17:50Z

GOF: New page: A rather booring affair in which neither boxer exhibited any real passion. Sporting a cut eye since early in the 2nd round, Ludwinski appeared preoccupied with his bloody,distorted vision...

A rather booring affair in which neither boxer exhibited any real passion.
Sporting a cut eye since early in the 2nd round, Ludwinski appeared preoccupied with his bloody,distorted vision to the point of providing an uninspired,lacklustter performance in this sluggish sparring session.
Though Jackson tried his best,his strength could not overcome his opponent's height and reach.

Pete Ludwinski vs. Barry Forbes

2008-05-06T08:08:55Z

GOF:

Ludwinski was supremely prepared; spiritually,mentally,and physically for this matchup,the highlight of his somewhat abbreviated professional career.
Having been current Heavyweight Champion Michael Spinks main sparring prototype for his victorious title-defending KO over Gerry Cooney,the "Pugilistic Preacher" calmly acheived a favorable outcome in the contest.
After five minutes of carefully sizing up his competently skilled opponent,Ludwinski's left momentarily blocked Forbes peripheral vision while unloading a punishing overhand right,landing
flush on Forbes left temple. As Barry slowly collapsed,Ludwinski added a half punch/half push to help him on his way down. Rising only to his knees at the count of six, Barry attempted to recover for a minute or two after receiving the culminating ten-count.

Pete Ludwinski vs. Barry Forbes

2008-05-06T08:07:42Z

GOF:

Ludwinski was supremely prepared; spiritually,mentally,and physically for this matchup,the highlight of his somewhat abbreviated professional career.
Having been current Heavyweight Champion Michael Spinks main sparring prototype for his victorious title-defending KO over Gerry Cooney,the "Pugilistic Preacher" calmly acheived a favorable outcome in the contest.
After five minutes of carefully sizing up his competently skilled opponent,Ludwinski's left momentarily blocked Forbes peripheral vision while he unloaded a punishing overhand right,landing
flush on Forbes left temple. As Barry slowly collapsed,Ludwinski added a half punch/half push to help him on his way down. Rising only to his knees at the count of six, Barry attempted to recover for a minute or two after receiving the culminating ten-count.

Pete Ludwinski vs. Barry Forbes

2008-05-06T08:05:17Z

GOF: New page: Ludwinski was supremely prepared; spiritually,mentally,and physically for this matchup,the highlight of his somewhat abbreviated professional career. Having been current Heavyweight Champi...

Ludwinski was supremely prepared; spiritually,mentally,and physically for this matchup,the highlight of his somewhat abbreviated professional career.
Having been current Heavyweight Champion Michael Spinks main sparring prototype for his victorious title-defending KO over Gerry Cooney,the "Pugilistic Preacher" calmly acheived a favorable outcome in the contest.
After five minutes of carefully sizing up his competently skilled opponent,Ludwinski's left momentarily blocked Forbes perifual vision while he unloaded a punishing overhand right,landing
flush on Forbes left temple. As Barry slowly collapsed,Ludwinski added a half punch/half push to help him on his way down. Rising only to his knees at the count of six, Barry attempted to recover for a minute or two after receiving the culminating ten-count.

Garing Lane vs. Pete Ludwinski

2008-04-01T08:08:23Z

GOF:

While turning in a very credible debut performance,Garing's 60+ lb weight advantage may well have worked to his disadvantage by preventing his attempt to overcome Ludwinski's boxing ability.
Though steadily progressing forward,Lane failed to possess the fluidness needed to disrupt Peter's rythym,therefore falling short to overrun the "Preacher's" skill.
Appearing accidental,Lane's first round headbutt ripped his opponents eyelid,thus hampering Ludwinski's vision for the duration of the match.
In the end there were no knockdowns,just a bloody,somewhat sloppy points victory for the rugged,very determined Pugilistic Preacher and,an outmaneuvered Freight Train,who, fought a tough,always competitive battle in registering a respectable loss in his initial pro outing.

Garing Lane vs. Pete Ludwinski

2008-04-01T07:45:54Z

GOF: New page: While turning in a very credible debut performance,Garing's 60+ lb weight advantage may have worked to his dis advantage by preventing his attempt to overcome Ludwinski's boxing ability. T...

While turning in a very credible debut performance,Garing's 60+ lb weight advantage may have worked to his dis advantage by preventing his attempt to overcome Ludwinski's boxing ability.
Though steadily progressing forward,Lane failed to possess the fluidness needed to disrupt Peter's rythym,therefore falling short to overrun the "Preacher's" skill.
Appearing accidental,Lane's first round headbutt ripped his opponents eyelid,thus hampering Ludwinski's vision for the duration of the match.
In the end there were no knockdowns,just a bloody,somewhat sloppy points victorrry for the rugged very determined Pugilistic Preacher,and,

Talk:Peter Ludwinski

2008-03-31T11:40:32Z

GOF:

Peter Ludwinski

2008-03-31T10:25:59Z

GOF: Pete Ludwinski moved to Peter Ludwinski: it's Peter not Pete

<boxer>16705</boxer>
'''Nickname:''' The Pugilistic Preacher

User:GOF

2008-03-31T10:18:43Z

GOF: New page: GOF an acronym of Gods Own Fool. Influenced by the life of PEACE PILGRIM(look her up)and,Michael Card's song,"God's Own Fool". Formerly The Pugilistic Preacher,The Polish Bomber,Muhamma...

GOF an acronym of Gods Own Fool.

Influenced by the life of PEACE PILGRIM(look her up)and,Michael Card's song,"God's Own Fool".

Formerly The Pugilistic Preacher,The Polish Bomber,MuhammadAbzul Abziz Abzamski,and,Pistol Pete

Talk:Peter Ludwinski

2008-03-31T10:00:38Z

GOF: Talk:Pete Ludwinski moved to Talk:Peter Ludwinski

PeteR(Yes,with an r)"The Pugilistic Preacher" Ludwinski

Amateur record: 49Won 23Lost 3Draw 19 KO's

Talk:Peter Ludwinski

2008-03-31T09:31:47Z

GOF: New page: PeteR(Yes,with an r)"The Pugilistic Preacher" Ludwinski Amateur record: 49Won 23Lost 3Draw 19 KO's

PeteR(Yes,with an r)"The Pugilistic Preacher" Ludwinski

Amateur record: 49Won 23Lost 3Draw 19 KO's

Charles Morgan vs. Pete Ludwinski

2008-03-31T09:19:22Z

GOF:

<FIGHT>874399</fight>
Ludwinski won the first round however,was cut with a head butt.
The second round was fairly even and the cut continued to bleed.
Early in the third round a Morgan punch ripped open a cut right above Ludwinski's other eye.
Panicking,Ludwinski blindly threw some wild shots before being knocked down by one of Morgan's own.Game to continue,the bloody Preacher struggled to beat the count,though referee
Neumann halted the crimson mess at 2:49,ending the bout before the final round.

Jesus Contreras vs. Pete Ludwinski

2008-03-31T09:14:56Z

GOF: New page: Should he be victorious,promised a nationally-televised bout with recently crowned Olympic Champ "Merciless"Ray Mercer,Ludwinski logically began with caution against the hard punching Cont...

Should he be victorious,promised a nationally-televised bout with recently crowned Olympic Champ "Merciless"Ray Mercer,Ludwinski logically began with caution against the hard punching
Contreras. However as it turned out,after few meaningful blows landed by either fighter, a
slashing lunge by Jesus tore open a large gash over the "Preachers'" eye resulting in the referee's simultaneous stoppage, and perhaps subsequently, Ludwinski's career.

Larry Holmes vs. Michael Spinks (1st meeting)

2008-03-31T08:18:34Z

GOF: /* Comment(s): */

<fight>1726</fight>

*<b>IBF Heavyweight Title</b>

==Comment(s):==
* Named [[The Ring Magazine|''The Ring'']] magazine [[Ring Magazine Upset of the Year|Upset of the Year]] for 1985.

* Spinks becomes the first reigning Light Heavyweight champion to defeat the reigning Heavyweight champion.

* Holmes entered the fight with a 48-0 record, needing just one win to tie [[Rocky Marciano|Rocky Marciano's]] all-time undefeated Heavyweight record. Holmes received heavy criticism for his pre-fight comments, which he stated "Rocky Marciano couldn't have carried my jockstrap." Holmes later apologized.

Pete Ludwinski vs. Curtis Dudley

2008-03-31T07:25:57Z

GOF: New page: Initially appearing as a careful chessmatch between tall,lanky counterpunchers,suddenly with one surprising move this bout came to an abrupt end. With a sharp,slicing lefthook which he lat...

Initially appearing as a careful chessmatch between tall,lanky counterpunchers,suddenly with one surprising move this bout came to an abrupt end.
With a sharp,slicing lefthook which he later described as heaven-sent,The Pugilistic Preacher
dumped The Trashman headfirst center-ring.
Quickly regaining a vertical position,Dudley's gloves were wiped off as the referee proceeded to let the match continue.Nevertheless,a state appointed physician immediately halted the affair citing a glassy look in the eyes of the fallen warrior.

Postnote:
With the outcome of this bout,Ludwinski secured a spot in Michael Spinks training camp for the then Heavyweight champs successful title defense against Gerry Cooney

Pete Ludwinski vs. Dennis Reilly

2008-03-31T05:52:26Z

GOF: New page: Though Reilly appeared in great shape and took the fight to Ludwinski,Peter sidestepped and backpedaled himself out of harms way searching for an opening in an effort to counterpunch Kevin...

Though Reilly appeared in great shape and took the fight to Ludwinski,Peter sidestepped and backpedaled himself out of harms way searching for an opening in an effort to counterpunch Kevin's arsenal. With about 20 seconds to go in round 1 The Pugilistic Preacher landed a hard jab, followed quickly by a thundering overhand right putting Reilly down face first.Rising to his feet at about a 7 count,the Fighting Fireman was looking to continue but wisely the referee
saved him from any further punishment.

Charles Morgan vs. Pete Ludwinski

2008-03-21T03:14:49Z

GOF:

Ludwinski won the first round however,was cut with a head butt.
The second round was fairly even and the cut continued to bleed.
Early in the third round a Morgan punch ripped open a cut right above Ludwinski's other eye.
Panicking,Ludwinski blindly through some wild shots before being knocked down by one of Morgan's own.Game to continue,the bloody Preacher struggled to beat the count,though referee
Neumann halted the crimson mess at 2:49,ending the bout before the final round.

Charles Morgan vs. Pete Ludwinski

2008-03-21T03:11:52Z

GOF: summary

Ludwinski won the first round however,was cut with a head butt.
The second round was fairly even and the cut continued to bleed.
Early in the third round a Morgan punch ripped open a cut right above Ludwinski's other eye.
Panicking,Ludwinski blindly through some wild shots before being knocked down by one of Morgan's own.Game to continue,the bloody Preacher struggled to beat the count,though referee
Neuman ended the crimson mess at 2:49,ending the bout before the final round.

Peter Ludwinski

2008-03-21T02:31:20Z

GOF: this was Peters' ring name

== The Pugilistic Preacher ==