Known as the 'Godfather of Manchester boxing, Hughes dedicated his life to the sport.
Born and raised in Collyhurst, he formed Collyhurst Lads Club in 1964 at a community centre on Willert Street using Army kit bags stuffed with old clothing as punch bags.
Scores of youngsters joined and football teams and a boxing squad were set up.
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