Richy Horsley - Born to Fight: The True Story of Richy Crazy Horse Horsley

I came to Hartlepool in October 1998, having recently left the armed forces. Richy was one of the first people I met. Although I had just arrived, I had already heard of the man who was spoken of as a legend. We spoke less than three sentences on that first meeting and I was still left wondering what type of person he was.

However, as time went on and I got to know the man they call Crazy Horse, I found him to be a very personal man who chose his words carefully and never let his mouth run away. He is a generous man in his thoughts and feelings to others and always had the ability to turn the most serious of situations into a laugh. A man thats not always understood by outsiders, Richy is also a gentle giant with a sense of humour that makes people crave his company. Its a pleasure, and an honour, to call him a friend.

Some men are just born to fight; its in their blood. They cant do anything about it, they have to fight. A fighter isnt necessarily a psycho or a thug, far from it. Most fighters are gentlemen, men of pride, men of honour. Put a baby in their arms and they cry with joy like any man. But if you fuck with a fighter youve got to expect the consequences. Youre gonna get hurt, you may even die. No man is invincible. Even fighters at times feel defeat some even die! But bet your arse on it, if they dont die, theyre coming back for more. Richy Horsley is one of these special breeds of men and Im honoured to know the man. Max Respect.

Richy Horsley is a true fighter, the type of lionhearted fighting man that is becoming harder to find. When I asked Richy to fight on my unlicensed promotion, he was reluctant at first but, like all true warriors, he couldnt resist a challenge for long; fighters pride won the day and he finally agreed and got straight into training.

On the night of the fight, he was the true focused professional and performed a calm clinical demolition job inside one round HE WAS BACK.

I once wrote a book on fighters and was given Richys name as a fighter that should be in the book. He wasnt hard to find because so many people up North knew him or had heard of him. After meeting Richy, I realised that without him the book would never have been finished. That was a few years ago and I still get e-mails from all around the world asking after Richy.

His story touched so many readers that they seem to feel compelled to seek out further information on this great man. Richy is a giant of a man with a big heart; his story has inspired me and others like myself. Im proud to regard myself as one of his friends.

The personification of the fighting sciences and the fighting warrior are, to me, a way of life. Trial and error in combat is the deadliest of progressive scientific tests that best knows the pain of the battle-blemished body and wears upon the will. The spirit and cunning beckon for a total victory. I like Richy Horsley; hes a good man. Weve trained on and off for almost 16 years, as I recall. This book publication is unique. It took me back to a time of nostalgia, a place where we both grew up. Characters and events of some I was privy to and others I heard about on the jungle telegraph, but one thing for sure is they were real. As a footnote all I can say is enjoy reading the trials and tribulations of this fighting warriors victory spangled past you wont be disappointed.

Im from the same part of England as Richy, the North East. This part of the country has always had an unbelievable amount of very hard men. We breed them tough up here. Richy has had a good fighting name for years, whether its with the use of boxing gloves or bare knuckles. The guy has a very big heart and a tremendous chin. He is a very loyal person who, if never crossed, is a friend for life. Good luck with the book, Richy, its certain to be a winner.

Richy has all the ways and values of REAL hard men. He is a true gentleman outside the ropes and off the cobbles, doesnt go throwing his weight about or mouthing off, is never fazed if the odds are stacked against him and he detests bullies! These are the hallmarks of real warriors.

As I say, big-mouthed bullies are replacing these qualities. I am sure Richy wont mind me saying he is of the old school in his ways.

I would strongly encourage people to read this book. Not just for violence sake, but for inspiration in overcoming the odds. This book is genuine, some books are not!

The thing with Richy is, he is still doing it and anyone can go and witness him in action; the proof of him being a fighter is available to all. He doesnt make far-fetched claims or beef up his exploits with fantasy. This is a proper man and a proper warrior.

Richy Horsley, a feared fighting man? The man I met was far from the man I had expected to meet. His reputation went before him but I found him to be charming. Like most people, if you stay on the right side, they are great. Id hate to see anyone upset him though, as the rumours I had heard about his fighting prowess were alarming. Richy Horsley, a fighting man and a pussycat at the same time. Show respect to those hidden claws.

Ive been in boxing most of my life and Ive heard many things about this man, about his bravery, his fear for nothing or no one. Ive heard so many stories about Richy and I always said to friends and myself that one day Ill meet this guy and, sure enough, I did.

Believe you me, what Id heard was only a part of this man. I watched Richy fight down in London and a true warrior he was. Im not easily impressed but I thought to myself, this is a guy I dont want as an enemy and, believe me, Ive been around. Then I got to meet Richy and we got on great, swapped many stories, a real true gent as well as a real live warrior. I wish hed been in my gym.

Now this man is wanting to take on my very close and dear friend Charles Bronson in Charlies first fight when hes eventually released from prison this will be a fight that will live on and on. I would love to train Richy for this fight but I cant, as Ill be taking care of Charlie. Both Charlie and myself look on Richy as someone who will never be forgotten in a real head-to-head whether in the ring or out. He is a man Ill always respect and admire, and Im glad to know Im a friend of his. A real true warrior if ever there was one. Respect, Richy.