It's wonderful to hear that he was able to overcome his demons and remain sober for the last 25 years of his life. That's maybe even more impressive than his boxing achievements.
A character in the film American Me refers to Mando Ramos as being his all-time favorite boxer. Without that reference and TH-cam I may never have known about him. I love his natural style. Damn! He threw down against Laguna.
Yes, so did I first heard that name in that movie. I tried to find out who the boxer was. Not until I ran into this video. So glad I finally found who he is. Wow what a boxer!
Mando was a dear friend of mine and his management is as much to blame for him burning out as early as he was. They forced him to starve down to 135 when he was no longer a lightweight when there were same day weigh ins. He should have been moved up to 147.
I had some old boxing magazines from late 60s early 70s , Mando Ramos seemed like he was on every other page. The only guy who got more mentions was Muhammad Ali
Yet another fantastic doco If nothing else Ramos found peace within himself later in life One can only imagine the heights he could have reached if not for the drugs and booze
Thanks again rich you are the best brother I remember mondo ramos in 1979 he raised my Hand in one of my amateur boxing matches it was a real honor. that was in banning california he was there with irish frankie Crawford he was pushing frankie around in a weel chair come to find out frankie had got shot in the back in a brawl in vegas. I remember these gentlemen they were really classy guys . God bless you and your family brother 🙏
Nando’s father Ray train me at the seaside gym ... downtown Long Beach on Locust Mondo was good with kids and Mr Ray Ramos was an excellent trainer Mondo‘s brother Andy was a nice man also ... they all had that great Mexican style ... Rest in peace Ray and Mondo
Think one of the things that allowed him to reach such highs and even eventually dig himself out of that hole in the ground he put himself into was that his trainer / manager and the rest of his team really seemed to care about him besides just their business partnership and even when things were going south fast, that's one good thing to remember about this story besides Mando's eventual role as a recovered alcoholic which is every bit as impressive as his peak achievements in the ring.
I saw The Ramos Carmona Fight on Ch.47 in NYC. It was the most Brutal Fight I have ever scene. There is very little video of Fight. Both Fighters were never the same. Great Video.
I love this channel. I am a black man and I love and respect that the Hispanic community has brought to boxing. Always warriors with the heart of a lion and great sportsmanship. I understand selling the fight after the final bell they always show respect. The boxing business has always been unfair to the athlete and im hoping that is changing. Im tired of hearing about the sad endings for these great warriors and most were beautiful people. Thanks for all of your hard work and kids pay attention its a lot of life lessons in every single video. Its not just about 2 guys trying to knock each others head off.
Thank you for Making this documentary on my Dad. There are some pictures that even I haven't seen before. This was done with class and true professionalism. Once again Rich Thank you! I would love to get in touch with you..Mando Ramos Jr
It was my pleasure, Mando. What a great fighter your father was.I got most of the pictures through newspaper archives. It's an honor to hear from you, feel free to contact me anytime.
Just wanted to say that this is a great beautifully edited video of an amazing/powerful boxer made of pure brilliance and fire. I honestly was never aware of or had the honor to experience his passion for the fight as I wasn’t alive at the time in your dad's amazing and powerful prime but it’s pretty crystal clear that he was an amazing young talent, a great fighter and a very well deserved World Champion. One of LA’s Most unique and talented athletes I am sure that rose above it all even if only for a time. Your father was a brilliant fighter a world champion and will always be. Thank you @Armando Ramos for introducing me to his amazing Legacy. ❤🔥 MandoMania FOREVER! 💯💥💥🥊🙏
Hi, my name is Antoinette Raquel. Your Father was a very good friend of my Father, Anthony Raquel...aka "Big Tony" Raquel Local 63. As both stroke survivors, they attended Harbor College together. When it came to "BAAD", my Dad was one of your Dads biggest supporters. I still have my Dad's work vest...It says Christ on the Waterfront, ILWU Local 63, BAAD Boxing Against Alcohol & Drugs. To me both our Father's were great men! I miss them very much!
Hey Rich...I'm originally from Philadelphia, but I've been living in San Diego for the past 20 years...so, it comes as little surprise that I really love & admire Philly fighters & also all of the great California/Mexican fighters...Mando was an amazing young talent, & he was a great fighter--a well-deserved World Champion...to think that he began abusing alcohol at 11 years old, & later on in life also abused so many other drugs, & had to suffer both physical & emotional abuse by his father growing up, is really sad to me...he had a lot of heart, & was such a great natural talent...I was so happy to hear & see that he was finally able to rid himself of dependency on alcohol & drugs, & lead a productive life, & he gave back to his community...also, that Ramos v Ramos fight really was one of the best I've ever seen...RIP Mando
I can only imagine the weight of existence and the height of ecstasy in the lives of the boxers in each of your documentaries. Thank you again for this installment.
Many oldtimers say that it was one of the greatest bouts ever seen at the legendary Olympic Auditorium. Fortunately the full fight is available on TH-cam.
I only knew of Mando from my boxing magazines, never saw him fight until now. What a skilled, tough and attractive young kid he was. I remember Sugar Ramos from his fight with the tragic Davey Moore. As with Mando, I never saw him fight. What a warrior he was, even all those years later. Thanks Rich. You are the best at what you do.
i remember the boxing gym around the corner from the Olympic auditorium.,.i use to love going in there as a kid..thats were my fascination for boxing began,,this takes me back .,
My favorite fighter growing up had to follow him thru magazines though. Never realized he had these problems , so nice to watch him in action and what could've been ! RIP my friend and idol ! 🥊🥊🥊
My all time favorite , thrilling fighter. Went to los Angeles four times to see him fight , he canceled out on two of them. After winning title he was working a corner at an Oakland show and got introduced ,the crowd roared .highlite of the day was when we shook hands.
Nobody does this better imo. Rich, you sure take us on some journeys. Excellent as usual. As someone who got in a boxing ring but found out quite quickly my limitations, a few punches in, I have nothing but respect for these warriors. You do them proud.
Sugar ramos one of my favorite fighter's I never knew those were his brother never knew his bad habits the war with floyd robinson davey moore and the war with ramos what a fighter the Olympic Auditorium was the spot..great one rich the world's undisputed documentary champion 💯🥊💯
@@RichtheFightHistorian rich I'm very old school with the best sport boxing 🥊 I still watch old fights just much better I love the 50s 60s 70s 80s 90s after that I seen a huge change in the sport
Mando had a beautiful jab, he pumped it out there like a shotgun. He actually reminds me a bit of Salvador Sanchez not as refined as Sanchez but who was, Sanchez is probably top 5 all time, looking at these fights is just amazing, great video, RIP Champ.
I also would like to just say thanks for the consistency of great content. I will be 52 yrs old this year and you are bringing too light the fighters I remember my Uncle talking about! Thanks for all the time and hard work, great channel and my favorite one for sure.
Thanks once again Rich for your efforts...Mando Ramos is a fine example of how well the jab can work in boxing and the young dudes out there can learn from his films-Right on Rich.
I heard more about Mondo Romas, and Frankie Crawford fights in the bars than I did while training at the Sea Side Gym in Long beach. I was training for the Jr.Golden Goves. I used to par with Rodogo Gato Gonzales. He was a fine gentleman and taught me a lot. We did share a common language, but he taught me hand movements. I am from the streets but did know the Mexican language, so the only one who came to know me personally was Rodolfo Gato Gonzales..
Great footage and documentary about the ORIGINAL Golden Boy Mando Ramos. Whom my father Rudy always told me about going to see at the Olympic Auditorium. Mando was his favorite boxer when he was on that early career win streak.
I miss watching Friday night fights at the Olympic Auditorium in LA, with my Dad. We lived in NY, but I remember Jim Healy ("It's all overrrr..."), Jimmy Lennon Sr, and Alberto Superfly Sandoval! Thanks for the memories and the bios!
Thank you for researching and sharing the story of one of LA's most unique and talented athletes. Rather than wonder what Mando could have been without drugs and alcohol, I prefer to be thankful that we saw a great champion rise above it all for a brief moment in time.
My uncle Joe Armijo told me about how strong and tough the Champ was. He used to hangout at the Cove bowl sometimes. Lots of fights in the parking lot 😎
Boxing history 101 /w. Prof. Rich. Class is in session. The best history class i've ever taken. I can just keep thanking you for the great, great entertainment, Rich.
I learned how to fight from Mr. B.A.A.D. from 1983 until he passed away in July of 2008, R.I.P. I then learned the science from Ray Ramos until Ray passed away at 94. I'll get in the ring with anyone just as both Mando and Ray knew me to do and especially at the wild card boxing gym in Hollywood.
My memory is coming back I’ve seen them in the first time in the 70s. My dad and I would go to the Olympic auditorium to watch the boxers train back in those days. You can just walk in there and I want to tell you anything. I met some great ones, Mexican boxers.
Great work again Rich!! I really love what you do with these. The end was very good "You can't look back and you have to be happy with what you have today." Actually, what one should do is always focus on the blessings in your life. Count your blessings each and every day!! Never allow negativity to take root in your mind....Have an appreciation and thankfulness for the good things in your life.....thats where happiness comes from.....from the inside.
Superb documentary. It is a shame that Mando's prime was in an era when network TV essentially gave up on boxing. I lived in Pittsburgh and all we could find about the spectacular Ramos was in boxing magazines. I met Ramos and his wife (or girlfriend) when he visited the International Boxing Hall of Fame in New York and he stayed in the same hotel (Graziano's) as I. He was quite overweight and his wife (or girlfriend) told me that he was in bad health from what I remember as diabetes and high blood pressure.
Absolutely loved that Rich. I really appreciate the amazing back stories you research about these great battlers. Always great content & makes for good listening. Bless up bro 👊
Hello rich another simply put “ Another Masterpiece “ !!! May peace and blessings be upon you and your family Always. Thanks Man for being a boxing 🥊 Extraordinaire again thank you 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Yet another superlative effort Rich. Your storytelling and editing skills are fantastic. Every documentary you put out becomes a "must see". Thank you....and keep 'em coming.
Important and informative docus. I appreciate the hard work that must have gone in to this. So many good fighters at that weight that would make many of todays champs have to really work just to stay in there. Thanks Rich each one as good as the last.
Another great subject and another great doc Rich! I really appreciate your non-judgmental telling of stories like this one where you just recount what happened. Ramos for sure had a major impact on Chicano boxers and was often used as a cautionary tale but, he was also a brilliant fighter so, it’s nice to see him being recognized and remembered! Thanks for what you do!! PS: If you’re taking suggestions, I’d love to see what you could do with two “Art’s”…. Art Aragón and Art Hafey!!
I trained as an amateur boxer in long beach. I wore his boxing shoes in 1970-71. Somehow they ended up at the seaside gym. Mondo had fast hands and heart. His defense wasn't good. He was world champion.
I used to go down to San Pedro and watch old fights with Mando at his home.His wife Sylvia would make us sandwiches, he would ask me hey Walt want a soda pop. A neighbor of his once seen him throw away 16mm fight films in the trash,he got them out and had them for years.He gave me the films,I went ahead and sent them to my friend Tony Fosco.Mando once told me he went to KTLA and walked in a room full of fight films,but only picked his out.My father tells me he was always well dressed,had all the girls,youngest lightweight to win the title.
Walter, After Tony Fosco passed away, do you have any idea what happened to his boxing film collection? I have tried to locate his son Tony Jr. without success.
@@brucekielty8180 Since he passed I haven't had contact with family.I read they were selling films for like $ 200 K ,not sure if sold.Do you collect fights?
@@OFRN73 Yes, I have collected fight films since the mid-60s, both film, video and dvd. In fact, there is another great collection of 16mm films containing vintage boxing and pro wrestling that will be up for sale, including rare west coast films. It is not the Fosco collection but it is also in Chicago. I am helping the owner of the collection, which includes rare television kinescopes on 16mm. I have been working on a story about former lightweight contender Gene Gresham of Detroit and I believe Tony Fosco had one of Gene's televised fights in his collection. Tony Fosco Jr. reportedly works or did work for the Chicago PD, like his father, but I have been unable to reach him. You can reach me at bkielty55@gmail.com. I am based in Grand Rapids, MI. Take care, Walter.
His dad came into Westminster boxing club in the 90s to spar and workout, he was in his 70s, really sweet guy, I guess you never know about homelofe though.
did you know Ray Ramos' nickname? did you know he was chow buddies with Rocco Marciaggiano and both also in the Army Boxing team back in 1949? Every boxing gym in So. Cal that I ever took Ray to, people knew him. I told Oscar at the Wild Card gym after my workout, "Oscar, I have Ray Ramos over there", De La Hoya didn't let me finish that I was leaving before he left people talking to go greet Ray Ramos. I had the honor to know both Armando "Mando" Ramos and his father Ray "Hitman" Ramos. Both were the best at teaching boxing.
It's wonderful to hear that he was able to overcome his demons and remain sober for the last 25 years of his life. That's maybe even more impressive than his boxing achievements.
AMEN I agree 100&
No one was as far gone as Mando and for him to turn it around and help the community is a real story of redemption. His niece was my girlfriend.
A character in the film American Me refers to Mando Ramos as being his all-time favorite boxer. Without that reference and TH-cam I may never have known about him. I love his natural style. Damn! He threw down against Laguna.
Yes, so did I first heard that name in that movie. I tried to find out who the boxer was. Not until I ran into this video. So glad I finally found who he is. Wow what a boxer!
@@uppercut5056 Whos Mundo Ramos
Mando was a dear friend of mine and his management is as much to blame for him burning out as early as he was. They forced him to starve down to 135 when he was no longer a lightweight when there were same day weigh ins. He should have been moved up to 147.
I'm a Longshoreman from Wilmington and I worked with the Champ. He inspired me as a young kid from Ghost Town East side Wilmas.😎
I had some old boxing magazines from late 60s early 70s , Mando Ramos seemed like he was on every other page. The only guy who got more mentions was Muhammad Ali
I am 63, I confirm that! Beautifull style, and most dangerous liver shots
Yet another fantastic doco
If nothing else Ramos found peace within himself later in life
One can only imagine the heights he could have reached if not for the drugs and booze
Mando was a good friend of my great grandfather Raul Rojas. It was good to see some more information on him.
Love your videos Rich! Noones else would be giving these legendss remembrances nowadays. Appreciate all your hard work.
Hey thanks, Kevin.
Great post read about Ramos in the ring many years ago and his battle with addiction and great talent.
@@RichtheFightHistorian Rich could you do a video on Sam Langford?
Cool he and Bobby Chacon are the ones
Mando use to train me over at Toberman House in San Pedro through his "B.A.A.D" program. Boxing Against Alcohol And Drugs. Rest in peace Champ 🙏
Thanks again rich you are the best brother I remember mondo ramos in 1979 he raised my Hand in one of my amateur boxing matches it was a real honor. that was in banning california he was there with irish frankie Crawford he was pushing frankie around in a weel chair come to find out frankie had got shot in the back in a brawl in vegas. I remember these gentlemen they were really classy guys . God bless you and your family brother 🙏
Thank you, Felix. Got to be a great memory having your hand raised by the Champ.
Nando’s father Ray train me at the seaside gym ... downtown Long Beach on Locust Mondo was good with kids and Mr Ray Ramos was an excellent trainer Mondo‘s brother Andy was a nice man also ... they all had that great Mexican style ... Rest in peace Ray and Mondo
Mando, not Mondo or Nando...
I remember the old SeaSide gym with Sonny Ray.
Think one of the things that allowed him to reach such highs and even eventually dig himself out of that hole in the ground he put himself into was that his trainer / manager and the rest of his team really seemed to care about him besides just their business partnership and even when things were going south fast, that's one good thing to remember about this story besides Mando's eventual role as a recovered alcoholic which is every bit as impressive as his peak achievements in the ring.
I met Mondo in the sixties in Long Beach he was a good friend of the family's. He's the reason I learned to fight. I miss him.
Incredible story. I had never even heard of him.
I saw The Ramos Carmona Fight on Ch.47 in NYC. It was the most Brutal Fight I have ever scene. There is very little video of Fight. Both Fighters were never the same. Great Video.
He could 've been really great, he just could not get past his demons. Rest in peace Mando .
I lived in L.A. in 1969 and Mando Ramos sparked my lifelong fasclnation with boxing.
I cannot complement you enough on your podcasts. Take care Rich. And let the good times roll. Massive Thanks from Liverpool England 🏴
Always great to hear from the British boxing fans, thank you.
Incredible stuff Rich! My memories of him and my father are spinning!!!
Thanks, John. His fight with Sugar Ramos is insane.
I love this channel. I am a black man and I love and respect that the Hispanic community has brought to boxing. Always warriors with the heart of a lion and great sportsmanship. I understand selling the fight after the final bell they always show respect. The boxing business has always been unfair to the athlete and im hoping that is changing. Im tired of hearing about the sad endings for these great warriors and most were beautiful people. Thanks for all of your hard work and kids pay attention its a lot of life lessons in every single video. Its not just about 2 guys trying to knock each others head off.
Gracias 👍🏽
Great to see the stories of all these amazing fighters that time has forgotten. But with these videos we can learn about them again.
Thank you for Making this documentary on my Dad. There are some pictures that even I haven't seen before. This was done with class and true professionalism. Once again Rich Thank you! I would love to get in touch with you..Mando Ramos Jr
It was my pleasure, Mando. What a great fighter your father was.I got most of the pictures through newspaper archives. It's an honor to hear from you, feel free to contact me anytime.
@@RichtheFightHistorian I definitely will Rich. Much appreciated.
Just wanted to say that this is a great beautifully edited video of an amazing/powerful boxer made of pure brilliance and fire. I honestly was never aware of or had the honor to experience his passion for the fight as I wasn’t alive at the time in your dad's amazing and powerful prime but it’s pretty crystal clear that he was an amazing young talent, a great fighter and a very well deserved World Champion. One of LA’s Most unique and talented athletes I am sure that rose above it all even if only for a time. Your father was a brilliant fighter a world champion and will always be.
Thank you @Armando Ramos for introducing me to his amazing Legacy. ❤🔥
MandoMania FOREVER! 💯💥💥🥊🙏
@@normaleticiahernandez9456 Thank you for those kind words Norma! Much appreciated!🙏🏼🙏🏼🥊
Hi, my name is Antoinette Raquel. Your Father was a very good friend of my Father, Anthony Raquel...aka "Big Tony" Raquel Local 63. As both stroke survivors, they attended Harbor College together. When it came to "BAAD", my Dad was one of your Dads biggest supporters. I still have my Dad's work vest...It says Christ on the Waterfront, ILWU Local 63, BAAD Boxing Against Alcohol & Drugs. To me both our Father's were great men! I miss them very much!
Hey Rich...I'm originally from Philadelphia, but I've been living in San Diego for the past 20 years...so, it comes as little surprise that I really love & admire Philly fighters & also all of the great California/Mexican fighters...Mando was an amazing young talent, & he was a great fighter--a well-deserved World Champion...to think that he began abusing alcohol at 11 years old, & later on in life also abused so many other drugs, & had to suffer both physical & emotional abuse by his father growing up, is really sad to me...he had a lot of heart, & was such a great natural talent...I was so happy to hear & see that he was finally able to rid himself of dependency on alcohol & drugs, & lead a productive life, & he gave back to his community...also, that Ramos v Ramos fight really was one of the best I've ever seen...RIP Mando
Indeed the "Night of the Ramos" is an under appreciated brawl.
I can only imagine the weight of existence and the height of ecstasy in the lives of the boxers in each of your documentaries. Thank you again for this installment.
My pleasure, R4lee444
Wow Ramos vs Ramos was a crazy war that I'd never even heard about until today.
I once read or should I say heard about this fight in a KO magazine only because Angelo Dundee mentioned it prior to the SRL vs Hagler fight 🥊
Many oldtimers say that it was one of the greatest bouts ever seen at the legendary Olympic Auditorium. Fortunately the full fight is available on TH-cam.
I only knew of Mando from my boxing magazines, never saw him fight until now. What a skilled, tough and attractive young kid he was. I remember Sugar Ramos from his fight with the tragic Davey Moore. As with Mando, I never saw him fight. What a warrior he was, even all those years later. Thanks Rich. You are the best at what you do.
You're very kind, uncjim. Ramos sure was a crowd pleaser.
i remember the boxing gym around the corner from the Olympic auditorium.,.i use to love going in there as a kid..thats were my fascination for boxing began,,this takes me back .,
My favorite fighter growing up had to follow him thru magazines though. Never realized he had these problems , so nice to watch him in action and what could've been ! RIP my friend and idol ! 🥊🥊🥊
My all time favorite , thrilling fighter. Went to los Angeles four times to see him fight , he canceled out on two of them. After winning title he was working a corner at an Oakland show and got introduced ,the crowd roared .highlite of the day was when we shook hands.
You certainly can't look back!!.. thankyou 🇬🇧🥊👍
Another insightful video Rich,what a boxer!!.
Dave in UK 🇬🇧 👍
Ramos was a good one, thanks David.
Came here after watching 'American Me'
"Who the hell's Moondo Raymos?"
Nobody does this better imo. Rich, you sure take us on some journeys. Excellent as usual. As someone who got in a boxing ring but found out quite quickly my limitations, a few punches in, I have nothing but respect for these warriors. You do them proud.
I appreciate that, Toracube.
Thanks Rich this was great I remember watching Mando fights with my father when I was a kid.
My pleasure, Joey.
Sugar ramos one of my favorite fighter's I never knew those were his brother never knew his bad habits the war with floyd robinson davey moore and the war with ramos what a fighter the Olympic Auditorium was the spot..great one rich the world's undisputed documentary champion 💯🥊💯
Yes, what a magnificent era that was at the Olympic.
@@RichtheFightHistorian rich I'm very old school with the best sport boxing 🥊 I still watch old fights just much better I love the 50s 60s 70s 80s 90s after that I seen a huge change in the sport
Mando had a beautiful jab, he pumped it out there like a shotgun. He actually reminds me a bit of Salvador Sanchez not as refined as Sanchez but who was, Sanchez is probably top 5 all time, looking at these fights is just amazing, great video, RIP Champ.
I also would like to just say thanks for the consistency of great content. I will be 52 yrs old this year and you are bringing too light the fighters I remember my Uncle talking about! Thanks for all the time and hard work, great channel and my favorite one for sure.
I appreciate that, christian, thank you.
Finally! MandoMania
Thanks once again Rich for your efforts...Mando Ramos is a fine example of how well the jab can work in boxing and the young dudes out there can learn from his films-Right on Rich.
I heard more about Mondo Romas, and Frankie Crawford fights in the bars than I did while training at the Sea Side Gym in Long beach. I was training for the Jr.Golden Goves. I used to par with Rodogo Gato Gonzales. He was a fine gentleman and taught me a lot. We did share a common language, but he taught me hand movements. I am from the streets but did know the Mexican language, so the only one who came to know me personally was Rodolfo Gato Gonzales..
My pleasure, Fernando, thanks.
Great footage and documentary about the ORIGINAL Golden Boy Mando Ramos.
Whom my father Rudy always told me about going to see at the Olympic Auditorium.
Mando was his favorite boxer when he was on that early career win streak.
I miss watching Friday night fights at the Olympic Auditorium in LA, with my Dad. We lived in NY, but I remember Jim Healy ("It's all overrrr..."), Jimmy Lennon Sr, and Alberto Superfly Sandoval!
Thanks for the memories and the bios!
My pleasure, TheBatugan77
Thank you for researching and sharing the story of one of LA's most unique and talented athletes. Rather than wonder what Mando could have been without drugs and alcohol, I prefer to be thankful that we saw a great champion rise above it all for a brief moment in time.
My pleasure, Victor.
My uncle Joe Armijo told me about how strong and tough the Champ was. He used to hangout at the Cove bowl sometimes. Lots of fights in the parking lot 😎
Great video of an amazing boxer I was never aware of !
Boxing history 101 /w. Prof. Rich. Class is in session. The best history class i've ever taken. I can just keep thanking you for the great, great entertainment, Rich.
Wow, thank you Bo.
I remember Mando had a cameo appearance on the old Batman TV show.
I learned how to fight from Mr. B.A.A.D. from 1983 until he passed away in July of 2008, R.I.P. I then learned the science from Ray Ramos until Ray passed away at 94. I'll get in the ring with anyone just as both Mando and Ray knew me to do and especially at the wild card boxing gym in Hollywood.
Another brilliant video Rich. The footage, narrative and tribute that you give to the fighter is unequaled by any other channel. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the spotlight for all this amazing fighters. Much ❤
Any time!
My memory is coming back I’ve seen them in the first time in the 70s. My dad and I would go to the Olympic auditorium to watch the boxers train back in those days. You can just walk in there and I want to tell you anything. I met some great ones, Mexican boxers.
I would say this was a man who was a true fighter who tried his best to fight his addictions. Very sad story. RIP
Great upload ..another great story.
Amazing job as usual, Rich.
Great work again Rich!! I really love what you do with these.
The end was very good "You can't look back and you have to be happy with what you have today." Actually, what one should do is always focus on the blessings in your life. Count your blessings each and every day!! Never allow negativity to take root in your mind....Have an appreciation and thankfulness for the good things in your life.....thats where happiness comes from.....from the inside.
Thank you, Dale.
The music you put when the rounds are going just gets me man I get watered eyes ...WOW
Another great video and another lesson i learned. Thank you the message won't die with them if the story is told.
Been waiting for this one! Thank you and awesome stuff!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks Rich
Another tremendous profile. He was a warrior.
This is great channel good narrating thanks this one's legend mando Ramos rip
Thanks, Giovanni
Ah man! I knew this one was coming. Thank you very much! 💯💥💥🥊🥊🙏🙏
No problem 👍
Superb documentary. It is a shame that Mando's prime was in an era when network TV essentially gave up on boxing. I lived in Pittsburgh and all we could find about the spectacular Ramos was in boxing magazines. I met Ramos and his wife (or girlfriend) when he visited the International Boxing Hall of Fame in New York and he stayed in the same hotel (Graziano's) as I. He was quite overweight and his wife (or girlfriend) told me that he was in bad health from what I remember as diabetes and high blood pressure.
Thanks, Bruce. Glad you got to meet Mando.
Absolutely loved that Rich. I really appreciate the amazing back stories you research about these great battlers. Always great content & makes for good listening. Bless up bro 👊
Thanks, Nick. Ramos was a great battler indeed.
In 1969 I ran into him at the old YMCA San Pedro when I went down there to check out the boxing ring he was a short stocky guy..
Daaaang! Ramos vs Ramos was epic!
18:04 "The press reported that Laguna cut Ramos up so bad that they didn't know whether to call a doctor or a tailor."
I've actually been to a card announced by Jimmy Lennon, Sr.
Another remarkable story rich...thank you 🥊...
Great documentary, I had never heard of him but glad I found this video. Keep up the great work
Thank you, Tommy.
Another great job Rich! You are the champ!
Watching in black and white the Ramos-Laguna fight, makes it look like it happened in the 1940's. Fascinating.
That was awesome. Man you do great stuff Ritchie well done sir 👍✅🥊
Hey thanks, Karl.
Thank you again Rich Lets go!!
Late night TV fights they had double features of Mando Ramos and Jerry Quarry.
Brilliant as usual...your a top notch documentary maker...
Hello rich another simply put “ Another Masterpiece “ !!! May peace and blessings be upon you and your family Always. Thanks Man for being a boxing 🥊 Extraordinaire again thank you 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Likewise, Abu, thank you.
Loved it. Thanks
Yet another superlative effort Rich. Your storytelling and editing skills are fantastic. Every documentary you put out becomes a "must see". Thank you....and keep 'em coming.
Thank you, will do.
And incredible fighter with a tenacious heart to match 🥊♥️
Never heard of him but man he was impressive in the footage.
What a fantastic documentary💯
Great opening line, thanks for another stellar episode.
Sure thing, whitehurstcomic.
Awesome video coverage. This fighter went to the top and bottom fast. Mid 20’s and he had to rebuild already
masterpice my friend keep them coming
Rich, thank you so much. Booze kills slowly; I live it. Your channel is a gift.
Thank you, Risbo.
Thank you🙏 another great one!👍
Maybe one of my favorites😎
My pleasure, HighpowerX. Mando had a great story.
Brilliant as always Rich. Look forward to theses more than anything else i watch. Appreciate all your hard work putting these together
My pleasure, Millsy.
Important and informative docus. I appreciate the hard work that must have gone in to this. So many good fighters at that weight that would make many of todays champs have to really work just to stay in there. Thanks Rich each one as good as the last.
Thank you, Lester.
We hear stories like this about fighters all the time. Very sad and tragic!
I was a kid wwhen saw the first Carrasco fight, a shame indeed, never ever forgot his style
One of the best TH-cam channels. I want to turn pro buy the end of this year. Your videos give me more insight.
Thanks, John. Good luck with the career.
@@RichtheFightHistorian thank you. Keep up the great work!
Another great subject and another great doc Rich! I really appreciate your non-judgmental telling of stories like this one where you just recount what happened. Ramos for sure had a major impact on Chicano boxers and was often used as a cautionary tale but, he was also a brilliant fighter so, it’s nice to see him being recognized and remembered! Thanks for what you do!! PS: If you’re taking suggestions, I’d love to see what you could do with two “Art’s”…. Art Aragón and Art Hafey!!
Thank you, PHBBoxing. Haley already had one done on him called "Toy Tiger". I'll add in Aragon, he was a character.
@@RichtheFightHistorian Good show Rich... I must have missed it but, I''ll check it out. Thanks
Mando Ramos
Always amazing documentary thanks rich
Thanks, luigi.
I had the pleasure of meeting him 10 years ago at a Christian function. He changed his life. What a great human rest in peace
I trained as an amateur boxer in long beach.
I wore his boxing shoes in 1970-71. Somehow they ended up at the seaside gym. Mondo had fast hands and heart. His defense wasn't good. He was world champion.
What addiction can do to the strongest person: this guy's productive life was over before he completed his 25th year.
I used to go down to San Pedro and watch old fights with Mando at his home.His wife Sylvia would make us sandwiches, he would ask me hey Walt want a soda pop. A neighbor of his once seen him throw away 16mm fight films in the trash,he got them out and had them for years.He gave me the films,I went ahead and sent them to my friend Tony Fosco.Mando once told me he went to KTLA and walked in a room full of fight films,but only picked his out.My father tells me he was always well dressed,had all the girls,youngest lightweight to win the title.
Really cool that you knew him, seemed like a down to earth man. Reminded me a lot of high school friend I had who could be his doppelgänger.
Walter, After Tony Fosco passed away, do you have any idea what happened to his boxing film collection? I have tried to locate his son Tony Jr. without success.
Rich this is my favorite boxing channel!Great job keep it up,hey how did you find a clip of Carmona fight? Is that all you found?
@@brucekielty8180 Since he passed I haven't had contact with family.I read they were selling films for like $ 200 K ,not sure if sold.Do you collect fights?
@@OFRN73 Yes, I have collected fight films since the mid-60s, both film, video and dvd. In fact, there is another great collection of 16mm films containing vintage boxing and pro wrestling that will be up for sale, including rare west coast films. It is not the Fosco collection but it is also in Chicago. I am helping the owner of the collection, which includes rare television kinescopes on 16mm. I have been working on a story about former lightweight contender Gene Gresham of Detroit and I believe Tony Fosco had one of Gene's televised fights in his collection. Tony Fosco Jr. reportedly works or did work for the Chicago PD, like his father, but I have been unable to reach him. You can reach me at bkielty55@gmail.com. I am based in Grand Rapids, MI. Take care, Walter.
His dad came into Westminster boxing club in the 90s to spar and workout, he was in his 70s, really sweet guy, I guess you never know about homelofe though.
did you know Ray Ramos' nickname? did you know he was chow buddies with Rocco Marciaggiano and both also in the Army Boxing team back in 1949? Every boxing gym in So. Cal that I ever took Ray to, people knew him. I told Oscar at the Wild Card gym after my workout, "Oscar, I have Ray Ramos over there", De La Hoya didn't let me finish that I was leaving before he left people talking to go greet Ray Ramos. I had the honor to know both Armando "Mando" Ramos and his father Ray "Hitman" Ramos. Both were the best at teaching boxing.
Mondo yes,he was something else.
Great video!! great documentary!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks, Frank.
“To … Mundo Raymos!” From American Me. Didn’t know who he was in that scene. Glad I saw this.