The purpose of this site is to keep alive the memory of one of the greatest fighters to ever lace up gloves in any weight class. Johnny Kilbane was a true champion both in and out of the ring. He held the featherweight title longer than any fighter in the history of boxing. Memorabilia and first hand accounts of Johnny and / or his life are rare. Any  contributions in the form of stories, memorabilia etc you are willing to share is greatly appreciated!

A summary of Johnny's life and a series of articles published in the Cleveland Press in 1952. Click here to see more.

Visit this page to see each of the 142 fights in Johnny's amazing championship career

Quotes, stories and an original poem all written by Johnny himself. Please visit here.

A collection of stories and comments to help honor Johnny's memory. Please send me an email to share your thoughts or click here to visit what's currently available.

Check out a collection of pictures and memorabilia from Johnny's career and life. If you have something you can share please let me know!

With special thanks to the Cleveland Public LIbrary and Steve Compton, we have been able to restore footage of Johhny's championship bout with Abe Attell, his championship bout with Danny Frush and lots of behind the scenes training and family footage from Vernon, California and Vermilion, Ohio. Click here to learn more.

On February 22, 1912 Johnny Kilbane started his 12 year reign as featherweight champion of the world. Groups in Cleveland and Achill Island, Ireland commemorated the occasion with gatherings, statue dedications and events. Check out this page to learn more.

Some of the most frequent question received are about how someone may be related to Johnny. Please visit this page to see what is known and email me to ask specific questions or follow up. We'd love to hear from you!

I would be happy to add any boxing or family related links. Please contact me to share.

Please contact me with any questions, stories or comments you are able to share.