Johnny Cooke (Germantown, Pennsylvania)

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Name: Johnny Cooke
Hometown: Germantown, Pennsylvania, USA
Birthplace: Germantown, Pennsylvania, USA
Died: 1955-06-05 (Age:26)
Pro Boxer: Record

Fought most of his brief career at the legendary Cambria AC. Local rivalries highlighted his career including two wins over Chico Corsey, three wins over Jake Josato, & 1-2 series vs. Emmy Tucci. Cooke would defeat 3 unbeaten fighters at the end of his career in Johnny Gentile, Jake Josato and Rocky Petrolle. His trainer was Joe Yankenelli and manager Irv Cohen. Died in auto crash at 26.