Rocky Joe Socks
Description: Rocco Francis Marchegiano (September 1, 1923 – August 31, 1969; Italian pronunciation: [markeˈdʒaːno]), better known as Rocky Marciano (/mɑːrsiˈɑːnoʊ/, Italian: [marˈtʃaːno]), was an American professional boxer who competed from 1947 to 1955, and held the world heavyweight title from 1952 to 1956. He is the only heavyweight champion to have finished his career undefeated.2 His six title defenses were against Jersey Joe Walcott (from whom he had taken the title), Roland La Starza, Ezzard Charles (twice), Don Cockell and Archie Moore. Known for his relentless fighting style, formidable punching power, stamina, and exceptionally durable chin, Marciano has been included by boxing historians in lists of the greatest boxers of all time,3 and i...
Description: When Joe Walsh wrote "Life's Been Good To Me So Far" back in 1978, he had never owned a Maserati, however the mere mention of said automobile (whose top speed was actually rated at 133mph) helped revive the failing Italian sports car company. Many years later, Joe finally bought a Maserati because he felt he was letting people down whenever they asked about it, but says he has never driven 185 with it. "I chickened out at 140" he said.
