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BRC: Thanks for doing this interview
Jackie. What problems and adversities have you gone through
as a female in this sport?
At the beginning, it was much harder than it is today. I
have been around for almost 30 years now and most of the
young fighters do not even remember the days when there
weren't female managers. There are still some older men in
the business who have a problem dealing with a woman, but I
never let it bother me.
BRC: You’ve been with a lot of
fighters. Who would you say was the most manageable or
marketable?
A lot of the fighters I've worked with were marketable.
Thomas Hearns was the first boxer I worked with and he
became a well-respected icon in the business. I always
thought Bronco McKart was very marketable--charming and
great with the fans. As far as being "manageable," I would
have to say that most of the boxers I have managed--and all
the boxers I work with today--have been easy to work with.
There have been a few exceptions, of course, but for the
most part my boxers have all been terrific.
BRC: A lot has been said on your
relationship with James Toney. If you don’t mind me asking,
what happened between you and James?
James and I had a wonderfully successful six years
together--with a lot of ups and downs sprinkled in.
When our second three-year contract term ended, he elected
to go with another manager. We are on good terms today,
though, and are always very friendly when we run into each
other.
BRC: How are things with Bronco McKart?
Bronco and I are still good friends and always will be. He
is a true gentlemen and one of my favorite people in this
business.
BRC: What are his plans for his next
fight?
I don't manage Bronco anymore so I can't say what he has
planned. But his win against
Enrique Ornelas was a pleasant surprise!
BRC: In your opinion is this the year that
the big fights are happening?
There are always big fights but it does seem that there are
some good ones coming up. The De La Hoya-Mayweather fight
captivated the boxing fans for months. There hasn't been
that kind of excitement since the old Tyson fights and
Oscar's earlier title bouts. I love to see our sport
creating this kind of interest.
BRC: What about some predictions on
upcoming fights. Calzaghe-Kessler?
This is an even fight but I give Calzaghe a slight edge.
BRC: Mayweather-Hatton?
Another good match. I am going with Floyd.
BRC:
Mosley-Cotto
I love Shame, but I think he's going to have problems
beating Cotto. I am picking Cotto.
BRC: Barrera-Pacquiao
Pacquiao
BRC: Taylor-Pavlik
I like Pavlik in this one. KO
BRC: Who in your opinion is the
greatest of all time?
Joe Louis
BRC:
Best fighter today?
Mayweather
BRC: Your hero or idol?
Barbara Walters
BRC: Most important punch in the sport?
Body punch
BRC: Any closing remarks?
I am still very passionate about boxing. I am currently
managing Damian Fuller, Matt Remillard, Jeannine Garside,
Karim Mayfield, Reggie LaCrete and Anthony Chavez. I have
high hopes for all of them.
9-7-2007
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