By Mark Havey: Today the world of boxing is mourning the death of a legend. Emanuel Steward is one of the best trainer the world has ever seen. Well known for turning average fighters into pugilist specialists. The man has been the creator of legends.

the cause of death is presently unknown, but what is known is that Steward has been ill. The last few month have seen him admitted to hospital and a cut back in his work and public appearances. Like most people, I just thought this was the result of old age and the answer was for him to slow down. The illness was diverticulitis, but not necessarily the course of death.

Emanuel Steward was never the kind of man to flaunt his greatness. He forever asserted quiet confidence. Nevertheless, the world knew. His manner was unpretentious and his voice quietly affable, but when he spoke, everyone listened.

The illustrious list of fighters who have sought the guidance of this master of boxing is unprecedented. The names include Evander Holyfield, Oliver McCall, Lennox Lewis, Oscar De La Hoya, Julio Cesar Chavez, Milt McCrory, Tony Tucker, Miguel Cotto, current Heavyweight kings the Klitschko, Yuriorkis Gamboa, Prince Naseem and James Toney. The list goes on and on.

Boxing will forever miss Emanuel Steward, but his legacy will live in the history books of our sport. Perhaps he will best be known for setting the standard for moderns coaches.