Many opponents were confused by this style, and some boxing experts contend that Crawley might have been the best "switch hitter" of his time along with middleweight champion Marvelous Marvin Hagler.

In his next fight, Crawley scored an impressive ten-round decision over future jr. welterweight champion Gene Hatcher on national television in October 1982.

Blake had knocked out Melvin Paul in his previous fight, and many expected him to dispose of Crawley easily.

Crawley was supposed to challenge Bramble for the WBA lightweight crown on a few occasions in 1985, but the bout was postponed due to injuries to both fighters.

In that same year, Tyrone was named Director of the North Philadelphia Police Athletic League, a position he held until his death.