Weight Class: Bantamweight/119 pounds Height:5-6 Weight:119 pounds Birthdate: May 25, 1987 Hometown:Cleveland, Ohio Coach’s Name:Francis Figueroa Club Name:Old School Boxing Club Began Boxing:2007 Career highlight:Won sub novice and novice Golden Gloves Who has been your biggest influence and why:My parents, family friends, and boxing coach How did you get involved in boxing:I saw it on TV and then I went to a local gym What is your greatest strength in the ring:My aggressive combinations Did you ever play any other sports: Baseball and basketball What do you love most about boxing:Being able to compete with other people What are your goals in and out of the ring:To win as much as I can and learn What is your favorite movie:Blood Sport What is your favorite TV show:George Lopez What is something different about you that most people don’t know:I’m strong, even though it doesn’t look like I am
2008 U.S. Future Stars National Championships: dec. Isaiah Manalo, Waimanalo, Hawaii, 21-7, in the preliminary round; dec. Teddy Padilla, Santa Ana, Calif., 8-5, in the quarter finals; lost by points to Paul Romero, Phoenix, Ariz., 11-6, in the semifinals.