Craig Zablo's StalloneZone

I came across this cool drawing of Sly from Copland in an interview with artist, Zach Trenholm in the Fall 2003 issue of Draw! – Craig

SZoners from around the world have friends and family of everyone at Virginia Tech in their thoughts and prayers. Thanks to SZoner, Johnny Roobs for the design. – Craig

The scene in “Rocky II” when Rocky Balboa knocks out Apollo Creed to win the title has been voted the Best Film Sporting Moment of All Time in a poll of more than 3,000 movie fans conducted by ‘Pearl + Dean’.

Here are the rankings:

The top 10 film sporting moments:

1. Rocky knocks out Apollo (Rocky II)

2. Daniel Larusso assumes the Crane technique stance (The Karate Kid)

3. Happy Gilmore’s winning shot against Shooter Mcgavin (Happy Gilmore )

4. Jake La Motta’s final bout with Sugar Ray Robinson (Raging Bull)

5. Harold Abrahams completes race before clock strikes 12 (Chariots Of Fire )

6. Rocky’s Siberian mountain training (Rocky IV)

7. Pele’s overhead kick (Escape To Victory)

8. Jess Bhamra scores in the cup final (Bend It Like Beckham)

9. Cole Trickle wins the Daytona 500 (Days Of Thunder)

10. Eddie Felson’s rematch with Minnesota Fats (The Hustler) (ANI)

— It’s interesting to note that 3 of Sly’s movies made the list! – Craig

Australian news sources are reporting that interest in the controversial anti-ageing growth hormone has dramatically risen since Sly was allegedly found to be in possession of it on his recent trip to Australia.

HGH is naturally produced by the pituitary gland and promotes healthy growth. There are those who believe that when taken in synthetic form it can enhances muscle growth, sight, hair growth and provide a feeling of general well being. These claims have not be substantiated. HGH production drops off as humans age. Proponents believe that giving HGH to older folks can increase their “youthfulness.”

Australian laws prohibit the importation of natural and manufactured growth hormones without a permit. Sly did not have a permit and therefore is required to enter a plea on his case on April 24th. He will not have to attend the hearing.

You can read more about the situation HERE. – Craig

SZoner, Valerie from Montreal, Canada came across a toothbrush that plays “Gonna Fly Now”, the Rocky theme while you brush your teeth. It’s from Hasbro Toys. Other artists they feqature are: Kiss, The Village People, Hillary Duff, Destiny’s Child , Beach Boys and others. They are called Tooth Tunes tootbrushes and have a website HERE. – Craig

SZoner, Nighthawk sent in his take on what a “John Rambo” teaser poster could look like!

Sherry Hutchinson is back with her rendition of “The Favor” from Rocky 3. Please send comments to Sherry_Hutchison@yahoo.com.

Adam Shippe is back with another Stallone piece!

Thanks to Nighthawk, Sherry and Adam! – Craig