Tom Gerarde
Boxing, Class of 2000
Originally from Tiona, PA, Tom debuted as a professional boxer on April 21, 1959 at just 18 years old. He would fight professionally for 4 years, with his final contest being October of 1962. Gerarde ended his career with 17 wins (5 KOs), 4 losses, and 3 draws. The 176-pound heavyweight was a featured preliminary fight in the February 2, 1962 bout when Cassius Clay defeated Sonny Banks at Madison Square Garden.
