Leavander Johnson Honored, Street Naming Ceremony

**Mr. Ryan** · 09-20-2006, 04:26 PM

Originally posted by BIGPOPPAPUMP

New York � On Friday, September 22, the Atlantic City City Council will hold an official �Street Naming Ceremony� in remembrance of its valiant boxer and hometown hero Leavander Johnson, World Lightweight Champion who died tragically from ring injuries one year ago on September 22, 2005. Leavander was promoted by DiBella Entertainment during his championship run. [details]

I'm going to try to make it there to be there. It was a sad moment when Leavander died, you never expect to see that happen in a prize ring, but it's a very real presence. Leavander was a long time fixture on the NJ boxing circuit and it was very tragic to see this happen. Boxing is a dangerous sport, we should never lose sight of that.

**restless_438** · 09-20-2006, 06:22 PM

that's awesome news.. RIP

**Mayweather #1** · 09-20-2006, 06:23 PM

Rest in peace Leavander

**-EX-** · 09-20-2006, 06:23 PM

Nice to know. R.I.P. Leavander Johnson

**Castillofan** · 09-20-2006, 10:17 PM

I hope Johnson died knowing that his family would be ok because of his sacrifice. That may be the only comfort for a man taken before his time.

What is really sad is the fact that literally nobody whatsoever cared about Johnson even as he became champion. The only attention towards him came after he died.

It would be nice if these guys, regardless of their talent and level, were appreicated for the sacrifices they make and don't have to die to get recognition.

Leavander Johnson Honored, Street Naming Ceremony