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Constantine "Cus" D'Amato (January 17, 1908 – November 4, 1985) was an American boxing manager and trainer who handled the careers of Mike Tyson, Floyd Patterson, and José Torres, all of whom went on to be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
Jun 13, 2020 · When Mike Tyson was released from the Tryon School for Boys, he moved in with Cus D’Amato. They developed a strong bond, one that went beyond boxing. He became Tyson’s legal guardian after Tyson’s mother died. He was the father Tyson never had. D’Amato was the only person to strike fear in Tyson.
Discover Cus D'Amato famous and rare quotes. Share Cus D'Amato quotations about boxing, winning and sports. "Fear is the greatest obstacle to learning. But..."
Aug 26, 2023 · When it comes to the topic of who’s the best boxing coach of all time, the name of Cus D’Amato always comes up. The legendary trainer helped Mike Tyson become the youngest heavyweight champion in the world.
Jan 29, 2023 · A genius, a father-figure, an innovator and an Italian American, Cus D'Amato forever changed the sport and the fighters who trained under him. By Richard Giaquinto. Cus D’Amato, arguably the greatest boxing trainer of all time, produced three world heavyweight champions: Floyd Patterson, Jose Torres, and Mike Tyson.
Nov 6, 1985 · D’Amato, under whose guidance Patterson, at 21, became the youngest heavyweight champion, died here Monday in Mount Sinai Hospital of pneumonia. He was 77. Advertisement
Aug 5, 2021 · Cus D’Amato – A ‘Legendary Coach Even Amongst Legends’. Date of Birth: January 17, 1908. Died: November 4, 1985 (Aged 77) Place of Birth: New York, United States. Gyms: ‘Empire Sporting Club – Gramercy Gym’.
Mar 6, 2019 · Cus D'Amato produced three world champions in Mike Tyson, Floyd Patterson and Jose Torres. 'Non-Compromised Pendulum' commemorates the science behind D'Amato's teachings.
Oct 18, 2020 · Trained three world champions: heavyweights Floyd Patterson and Mike Tyson, and light heavyweight Jose Torres. Invented the "Peek-a-Boo" defense, made famous by Floyd Patterson, and later used by every D'Amato fighter. Schooled Teddy Atlas in the art of training.
Dec 15, 2021 · Iron ambition : my life with Cus D'Amato. "From the former heavyweight champion and New York Times-bestselling memoirist comes an intimate look at the life and leadership lessons of Cus D'Amato, the legendary boxing trainer and Mike Tyson's surrogate father.
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