Is GOAT a boxing term?

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  1. LukeO

    LukeO Erik Morales is God Full Member

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    The Greatest of All Times(s).


    Is this an Ali created term that became an acronym?

    Anytime I see people use it I instantly think boxing, wondering if there is anyone who knows about if this predates Ali?
     
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  2. hennyguzzla

    hennyguzzla Active Member Full Member

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    Not sure, but I first heard it from Earl Manigault being called "The GOAT."
     
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  3. bobotnaman

    bobotnaman ★★★★☆ Full Member

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    Jordan.
     
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  4. oibighead

    oibighead G.O.A.T. Full Member

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    No, its used in other walks of life.


    Its thrown around in hop hip as well
     
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  5. pejevan

    pejevan inmate No. 1363917 Full Member

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    welcome back LukeO!

    There is another poster named Luke, cousin of yours?
     
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  6. Fellonblackdays

    Fellonblackdays Active Member Full Member

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    Have you ever heard the term, I am the table?
     
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  7. DanishFightfan

    DanishFightfan Boxing Junkie banned

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    They call Jerry Rice the "GOAT"
     
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