Mandatory Eight Count - We Wish You a Manny Christmas

Some info on HGH (from online medical sources): HGH taken alone is actually ineffective in enhancing performance. What the studies show is that HGH can only be effective when it is taken in conjunction with anabolic steroids (i.e. steriods can be detected by urine testing). This means that in order to get the maximum effect an athlete must take both at the same time. The trouble with this fact is that as mentioned earlier anabolic steroids can easily be detected, and with a simple urine test you can already get caught. The information campaign could also lay some emphasis on the possible risks and side effects that can result from too much intake of HGH. Some of these are acromelagy, which in layman’s terms is gigantism, increased risk of diabetes, swelling of joints, edema, being more prone to different types of cancer and many others. If this can be done then it would probably dissuade athletes from even thinking about taking HGH.

Bottom line: We have boxing writers right now that are trying to say a “one way street” on HGH, however, if you look at the medical facts . . its not “conclusive” and likely much is to be learned and studied about these drugs. However, No amount of drugs will (1) improve your skills and strategy in the ring e.g. if this drug made everybody smarter or gave them a new fountain of skills, everybody will be using it!; (2) the idea of bulking up, c’mon – PacMan is known and recognize for his “speed”, not his bulk body or armor muscles. If you ask me, bulking up, would actually sacrifice your speed . . so isn’t this an anti-thesis of the Pacquiao fast machine; (3) in this high stakes negotiation where each side attempts to get the better deal i.e. Mayweather’s request was answered “half-way” by Pacquiao – 3 blood tests (after fight announcement, before 30 days and just after the fight), these blood tests are not required for professional/competitive boxing in Nevada (Las Vegas), but Pacquiao offered this. The test just after the fight, should provide conclusive and reliable evidence that meet Olympic standards if Pac took anything! (these drugs stay in the body at least a week, depending of quantity taken); (4) Let’s take a look at the messenger of this “unsubstantiated allegations” – Mayweathers camp – goodness! these guys are not the bastion of honesty and purity, heck, they could produce a reality series with their numerous court cases, run-ins with the law, tax problems, what have you.

We don’t know whether this fight will push through or not . . however, the ascent of Manny to the top of the boxing world was duly documented in 24/7/media outlets/stories that show: (a) Manny took long hours in the gym, working on a strategy, improving his right hand to be as good as the left hand i.e. if this guy was really on super-performance drugs – why waste too many hours in the gym when you have super strength? why improve your right hand, when with the aid of this wonder drug, all you need is an ultra-power left?; (b) Manny has not shown the behavior of a guy in super-drugs who is all “about me . . me . . i can do this easily”. Instead, if you ask Manny – he will just say – “I will try my best to do well, hopefully to win for the Filipino people” or “give God glory”. I have not heard any of those humble words from all the drug convicted top athletes; and © Finally, no amount of “Mayweather or his minions propaganda” nor articles from writers that quick to judge on unwarranted accusations – - Society and the fans (casual/hard-core) will collectively in its wisdom make their own decisions – and vote empathically with their wallets (e.g. PPV/gate attendance). That will be the definitive statement!.

Looking at the various polls – manny is still very much supported e.g. between 60% – 80%. The Public and the casual/hardcore fans are an intelligent bunch . . and their collective wisdom will not be swayed with baseless insinuations coming from camps that have more than a fair share of questionable/bad actions. Its good to see some writers also stand up for Manny . . they have covered Manny through the years 6 or more years here in the US . . from a guy with hardly any defense . . to have a superior in and out movement . . to developing a superlative right hand (i.e. if manny was into this special juice, why work and train so hard . . why go through the rigors of developing a right hand, when you have the pop to KO Mike Tyson). Kudos to the fans and writers who demand substantiated proof (i.e. not just an allegation . . and also given that Manny has agreed to meet half-way fraud Mayweather for 3 blood tests, beyond the Nevada/legal requirement) before making an accusation.

I could give a Rats tail about “Packy-Mayrunner.” This match-up is not even good on paper.. Fraud Mayrunner is comfortable between 148 to 154 pounds and Manolo Pacquiao is best between 138 to 144 pounds…. I care LESS who’s using “Roids” or not…. This match is just being hyped up way too much…. If it does actually goes as scheduled / planned for 2010, it’ll be a tactical stinker……. Cheerio…….

MR.BILL