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Wayne Kelly praised by NYSAC

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New York State Athletic Commission chairwoman Melvina Lathan on Friday issued a statement paying tribute to referee Wayne Kelly, 63, of Garden City, who died suddenly of a heart attack on Wednesday. Here is Lathan's statement:

"We are all shocked and saddened by the loss of such an esteemed colleague and wonderful friend. Wayne was one of New York's finest referees. A true professional,...

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