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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1981
Page
11
Sugar Ray Leonard, nearly blind in one eye, overcomes an early deficit to KO Thomas Hearns in round 14 at Caesars Palace. Judges had Hearns ahead before the stoppage. Leonard cites heart and eye injury as factors, amid a 35 million gross and high heat under arena lights.
Sugar Ray Leonard defeats Thomas Hearns at Caesars Palace to claim the undisputed welterweight title, adding the WBA crown to his WBC belt in a 14th round knockout. The bout featured mutual respect, tense taunts early, and Leonard acknowledging Hearns as a talented rival. Leonard’s future plans remained uncertain.
Aiken High School and rival squads prepare for a key regional showdown. Coaches emphasize defense as players focus on execution and speed. Fans expect a spirited contest with playoff implications.
Doris Jones, mother of six footballing sons including North Augusta senior Herbie, reflects on balancing family, faith, and football. She emphasizes being a stabilizing influence, avoiding coaching interference, and feeding a bustling household during the season.
Sugar Ray Leonard defeated Thomas Hearns by knockout in the 14th round to win the undisputed welterweight title. Hearns, 22, insisted he was ahead and not hurt when the stop came, express ing desire for a rematch and praising his performance in a desert night bout at Caesars Palace. Leonard showed grudging respect as the bout ended with both fighters acknowledging the contest’s intensity. Hearns earned about $5 million for the fight.
Freshman fullback Richard Smith racked up 85 rushing yards and a key role in South Aiken's 15-3 win over Aiken. He stresses team success over personal records while eyeing more strong performances as South Aiken heads toward conference play and potential playoffs. The Thoroughbreds prepare for a road test at Ridge Spring Monetta after a 2-1 start, with Strom Thurmond looming as a tough foe.
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