Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, California, U.S. Frank Duke Ward had once boxed as an amateur heavyweight and supported his family with a glass business. Couldn't get caught up in the first defense too much mentally. After a while they couldnt bet against him, so instead they criticized his style. Brand entered the fight as a 100-1 underdog. Like Ward, hes undefeated, but he can also take an opponent out with a mere jab and has boxing skills which, believe it or not, might come close to matching his power. At 16, on the night he lost his virginity, she got pregnant. Ducktail on the back. But I cant say I agree with it.. [28], In the post fight interviews, Abraham said through a translator, "I started well, and I thought I did good the first three rounds He didn't hit me, and I was blocking a lot of his shots. ANDRE WARD MASTER CLASS ON DEFENSE: "KNOW HOW TO USE IT AND WHEN TO USE IT" 157,070 views Jul 5, 2020 4.5K Dislike Share FightHype.com 1.2M subscribers "All fighters throw punches but not. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. Ward would usually try to battle with his stronger left arm to throw uppercuts or hooks at this point. [111] A natural left-handed fighter who boxes in an orthodox stance, Ward's best punches typically come from the lead left, including a sharp, piston-like jab, which he shoots to the body as well as the head. Kessler was the strong favorite going into Showtime's Super Six tournament. [96], In front of 10,592, the fight ended with controversy in the 8th round with a victory for Ward. So to counteract that and cause damage he would get up on the inside and use this as an opportunity to beat up on them when up close and would neutralize the effectiveness of their own punches. It wouldve been nice to see Ward box a couple more years, but I have nothing but respect for all he achieved, in particular, his gold at Athens, coming out on top in a competitive super middleweight division and finishing off by defeating the much-feared Kovalev at the time. Im going to win a gold medal and be a great man one day. But to see how cold and hard his body was, its something you can never forget.. Its what I do, its not who I am. That same year, Ward was named Fighter of the Year by The Ring and the Boxing Writers' Association of America. But while the Germany-based Armenian had lost none of his strength and durability . I didnt hear no bell! he yelled. Ward noticeably stiffened, but signed the merchandise before kissing his aunt on the cheek. Ward was winning every round at the time of stoppage 8072 on all three judges' scorecards. We are a top boxing blog that brings you personal coverage on equipment reviews, training tips, fighter analysis, nutrition, news and motivation.I created Boxing Life simply because of a passion for the sweet sciencethe sport of boxing. He very much has a misunderstood boxing style which is a combination of many styles into one. Retained NABF and NABO super middleweight titles. Every day, Ward said. But at the time, even with the possibility of the Olympics just a few years away, Wards commitment to boxing began to unravel. My job is to make it where they cant argue. [95] The fight purses were revealed before the fight with Ward taking a guaranteed $6.5 million and Kovalev, not having a base purse, would receive a percentage of PPV and gate revenue. Ward defeated Green by unanimous decision on June 19, 2010. The three judges scored the fight 117109, 119109, and 117108. In Defense Of Andre Ward - Grown Up By: Sean Crose. An MRI later revealed that Ward injured his lead left hand on which he relied for landing hooks to Froch's head. At the time of stoppage, Ward was ahead 9079, 8980, and 8980 on all three judges' scorecards. [84], The fight reported to have done 160,000 buys on HBO PPV. [38] The fight, billed as "Ward vs. Dawson World Champions Made In America'' took place at 168lbs for Ward's super middleweight titles. Andre Michael Ward (born February 23, 1984) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 2004 to 2017. Making him one of the best technical fighters there has been in the modern era. [90] On April 4, Roc Nation Sports and Main Events confirmed that terms were agreed for the rematch to take place on HBO PPV. And it continued to happen on and off for the next few years., Ward pointed up at his bedroom window. I cramped up, and I got too tense." Some may find that lack of showmanship boring. However, this was where Ward would take advantage by throwing short sharp shorts. (404) 390-4075. Theres a strange metaphor at work as you pull a third U-turn, trying to distinguish one anonymous beige cluster of office buildings and warehouses from the others, all moated with nearly vacant parking lots. I sat down to watch him in the third row. [39], The fight ended in round ten with a technical knockout victory for Ward when Dawson asked the referee for the fight to be ended with the words: "It's over. Statistically, I shouldnt have made it out.. Ward made his pro debut on December 18, 2004, by scoring a second round TKO over Chris Molina. While others sought the limelight, he resisted it, closely guarding his privacy and a family story that could rival any of his predecessors for pathos. . Now, this wasnt something Ward would use too often toward the end of his career, but more in his amateur days and younger professional career. Yes, he did punch me, but he didn't hurt me. He said, "We're going to the final, baby. [108][109], On December 15, 2020, Ward was announced as being inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2021, his first year of eligibility. Each time, Goossen was deemed in the right. "I could never leave Oakland." Miranda couldn't stay up with Ward's versatility around the ring. Every stitch of clothing he was wearing was from his Michael Jordan clothing line, a sponsor since he turned professional after the Olympic gold. When we gonna do it again, Dre? Dave prodded Ward, as his father laughed. Maybe Ward has one more profound trick up his sleeve: rising to the top of his craft and claiming a happy ending, not just as his reward, but as a central part of his legacy. The Las Vegas Sun confirmed the bout will take place at the Mandalay Bay Events Center. ("Son of God") is regarded pound for pound as one of the best champions in the last 10 years. Ill never forget that day. I could not have done this without you." Required fields are marked *. It hurt me so bad my dad was taken like that. I remember once she stabbed him. Ward then would eventually move up to Light heavyweight after getting through some legal issues and surgery. Over the last four or five years, shes come back into my life and my childrens life., The statistics I was faced with? Every time I spar or take big shots in my fights, I may not show it, but Ive taken some punishment. Dave was the only person who refused to smile. Sports, the fight only generated around 130,000 buys on HBO PPV. He confirmed that he was still under contract with Roc Nation Sports, but rumours indicated that he could sign with Top Rank. A green-eyed, 85-pound 12-year-old named Dave Lopez was glaring from behind the ropes of an elevated ring at the center of the gym. "It was a classic hometown decision. I have respect for him." Mr. Jones. Im chasing greatness. Ward was knocked down for the first time in his career in round four. The venue was set up to hold 10,748. This kid reminds me a lot of myself.. So I just began spiraling out of control in a way I know a lot of people never come back from.. Punching a clock.. [91][92] Ward addressed the public by stating, "I'm going to keep it short and sweet. They did it to Floyd, too. Prevents Big Plays. Back in 2018 former pound-for-pound star, two-weight world champion, and Hall of Famer, Andre Ward, really caught my eye on Twitter. Andre was born in San Francisco, California, the son of Frank Ward, an Irish American and Madeline Arvie Taylor an African American. Now throughout his career, he had one notable but convincing win against Chad Dawson, who was a natural Light Heavyweight and former world champion who had dropped down in weight at the time to fight Ward. Of course Ward, like all conjurers, has been challenged to reveal his secrets. In an article, which appeared at FoxSports.com, boxing writer Zachary Alapi speculates that Ward is one of the best in-fighters in boxing, being "merciless when it comes to wrestling in the clinch while simultaneously throwing punches to prevent a break, Ward is also willing to fight dirty if he has to. As Wards parents descended into addiction, domestic violence, financial ruin, bouts of homelessness, and repeated stints in rehab, Hunter would become not only Wards trainer, but soon his godfather and temporary guardian. I give it everything I have.. Ward would also mix up the jab by attacking the stomach or solar plexus. He claimed that it was done to make him look "vulnerable and expose him with weight loss. But he moved up to light heavyweight last year so he could face Kovalev, a fearsome puncher, who is 30-0-1 with 26 knockouts and in 2011 beat an opponent so badly that he died shortly after the bout. But beyond a perfunctory interview here and there, its slim pickings. He went down. Andre Ward, S.O.G. Get in here!, See? Ward said and laughed. Ward wants to cheer on his friend Curry. Then again, all of boxings greats who came before Ward had the same plan. The scores were 116112, 119109, and 119109 for Ward. His little boys were sitting there close to me and they went crazy. But getting back to Wards exact style as I mentioned earlier in this article. I did some things well, but I felt I could have improved in other areas. I was just teetering. Theres a math equation very few people have solved. In Defense Of Andre Ward Grown Up if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'myboxinglife_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_6',110,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-myboxinglife_com-medrectangle-3-0'); Although Ward himself was a massive success in his career. Im going to give you a glimpse into boxings future.. Daves father was beaming with approval. [52], On February 19, 2015 The Ring stripped Ward of the Ring champion belt due to him not having defended his title against a top #5 contender in the last two years. No warning. I reply that I believe hes the best boxer in the world. And, should Ward best the terrifying Sergey Kovalev this weekend in their battle for light heavyweight supremacy (sorry, Adonis, youve taken all the oomph out of your own lineal championship), he will unquestionably be regarded as one of the greats. [93][94] On April 10, Kathy Duva said that there would be no rematch clause in place for a third fight, meaning whoever would win, would not be obliged to fight another rematch. He would simply use his footwork, to get out of range by moving back slightly before pivoting off to right in most cases. I finally spotted a mural of Ward on the side of a van parked behind a warehouse. Dirrell's trainer and uncle Leon Lawson Jr., told ESPN that Dirrell had neurological problems. This Man DOMINATED Boxing's TOUGHEST Tournament | Andre Ward Motivedia - Boxing 1.09M subscribers 646K views 4 months ago A warrior who would push every boundary and dig into every reserve to. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Ward landed 166 from 463 thrown (36%) whilst Barrera landed 111 of 722 punches thrown (15%). Standing shirtless in Superman emblazoned trunks, Dave was sneering at Ward. Andre Ward is knocked down in the fourth round by Darnell Boone during their middleweight fight on November 19, 2005 at the Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon. An injury and eventual surgery to the right shoulder has made Ward even more reliant on the left hand, causing him to even switch to southpaw on occasion to land his power punches. . He very much has a misunderstood boxing style which is a combination of many styles into one. "[106][107] Also in the statement read, "As I walk away from the sport of boxing today, I leave at the top of your glorious mountain, which was always my vision and my dream. This in turn can help judges swing around in your favor, even if the opponent has thrown more punches. Its just that they like something more than mere showiness. (see below). Its in a cul-de-sac on a quiet, narrow street. Ward reiterated how the events of the evening unfolded, "I got off the canvas against the hardest puncher in the division and smiled. I easily could have been one of those guys people say, He could have been something. I remember the day he died very clearly. What's more, he doesn't fight nearly as much as . [citation needed]. The cut would force the referee to stop the fight. His mother would return from the streets looking for money. Where you going? It was later confirmed that he would fight on June 20, against British Paul Smith (35-5, 20 KOs) at the Oracle Arena in California at a 172 lbs catchweight fight. I think Im the same shy guy Ive been all my life.. In a few years I wont want any part of you. Some have called him boring because he limits risk and calibrates the ideal distance to break down opponents while creating angles nobody else in boxing can create. Andre Ward, S.O.G. Ward looked at Lopez and tried to keep a straight face. However, as Wards opponents would improve in quality over time, they would for the most part be bigger punchers, better at closing the distance and applying pressure. Every time I step in a ring to spar with a young fighter trying to prove something or make a name for themselves. In a way, Ward is very much a blend of modern flashy fighters, but with many old-school traditional fighter characteristics. I hope you enjoy visiting and can find something that will suit your boxing lifestyle. As Ward finished his workout, he offered to drive me around Oakland to the many homes where he lived growing up. Ward won the fight via 8th round TKO and defended his WBA (Super), IBF, and WBO titles, and won the vacant The Ring title. If I seem like Im guarded, I probably am. Yellow PO Hoody $ 85 USD. Hes not exciting, after all. With the grace of God I did.. Abraham, a former middleweight titleholder, had moved up in weight to join the Super Six tournament. ("Son of God") was regarded as one of the best pound-for-pound champions in his era as a pro. Now when we think of Andre Ward and body attacks, Im not going to say he didnt stray low at times. Now in terms of using the Philly shell, Ward was more inclined to use the shoulder roll movement while also moving with his feet backward before resetting himself. Seriously, guys like Mayweather, McGregor, and others behave like kids sometimes. After the fight with Boone, Ward went on to win his next six fights, including TKO victories over undefeated Andy Kolle (this fight was the last of five that Ward fought within the middleweight limit of 160 lbs) and Francisco Diaz. Lightweights - Heather Hardy vs. Taynna Cardoso, Ryan Garcia On Gervonta Davis: "Hes Explosive And Well Make Fireworks", Subriel Matias Stops Jeremiah Ponce In Furious IBF Title Bout, Tommy Fury Defeats Jake Paul In Exciting Battle By Split Decision. Ward signed with Jay Z's Roc Nation Sports in January 2015 and this was announced to be the first event under the Roc Nation banner. For the fight, Ward earned $1.85 million and Barrera earned a $450,000 purse. Muhammad Ali, after all, stood for something. [71] Ward spoke to HBO in the post fight interview about fighting Kovalev next saying: "I'm excited, I'm looking forward to it. But for those that box or love the deeper detail of boxing techniques or tactics he is one the best to learn from. Look, its obvious Ward is far from perfect just like the rest of us. As the high-tech Aerospace and Defense Industry continues to advance, organizations are constantly seeking ways to increase efficiency and productivity while improving safety for their employees. [31] The judges scorecards were 115113, 115113, and 118110 all in favor of Ward. Ive boxed for over 20 years. However as his left hand was naturally stronger, Ward would on occasion turn southpaw on occasion against some opponents. What you waiting for? Dave hollered, the voice like his physique still untouched by puberty. [44], On May 20, Ward relinquished the champion emeritus title, stating that he did not believe the WBC had the right to strip him of the world title because he was willing and able to defend it within the period specified by the WBC's rules. Of course not. Sergey Kovalev, he's a great champion." Ward trains at Virgil Hunters Hayward, California, gym, next to the San Mateo Bridge. Had enough? Ward hollered. It may not be the kind of punishment my critics expect me to have taken, lying on the canvas unconscious. Along with his older half-brother, Jonathan, Ward was raised by his white father in Hayward and North Oakland. I'll see you in November." The symmetry is apparent in the difficulty his opponents have had in trying to penetrate his defenses. I always wanted to protect their names and protect who they were. In a statement, he said, "I want to be clear I am leaving because my body can no longer put up with the rigors of the sport and therefore my desire to fight is no longer there. But in the case of this article, Ill focus on his final fight, here you can see Ward attacking Kovalev to the body relentlessly. Andre Ward USA 2004 Champ Red Tee $ 48 USD. And the fact that Ward sticks to what he does best winning rather than gloating, speaks volumes. I took the fight to him and closed the show. Its a dangerous fight., I know. Truth be told, he doesnt have to. As an amateur boxer, Ward won the light heavyweight gold medal at the 2004 Olympics and turned professional later that year. Past the age of 10, Ward has been routinely considered one of the best fighters in the world for his age. [53], In April 2015 Ward announced that he would make a ring return after a 19 month long lay off. I know I would like to see it! [50][51] Dan Goossen died of complications from liver cancer in September 2014, leaving the future of Andre Ward's boxing career even further in doubt. If I seem standoffish, forgive me. He attended Hayward High School. [27] Ward started out slow with Abraham, trying to find a way to penetrate his tight defense. I recommend you watch my video version of this article to see this in action. Yet his role in boxing was never descended from Muhammad Alis brash hero, Mike Tysons villain, or Floyd Mayweather Jr.s Money-obsessed anti-hero. Ward's lead acts as hand feint, measuring stick, and defensive deterrent all at once. Then he grinned and began nodding. He looked good. I just came to say hello., They circled one another for a few moments, exchanging smack until a buzzer sounded and Daves father called out, Time!. Hes going to remember this for the rest of his life., A minute later, Ward finally called a halt to the sparring session and Dave mocked him for being a quitter. You gonna get in here or what? the boy yelled. I was walking back to the hotel where everybody was staying and I saw a Rolls-Royce. Ive never talked about my story before, Ward said. Andre Ward On 10 Habits To Avoid To Succeed In Boxing. "[76] Ward received Kovalev's WBA (Super), IBF, and WBO light heavyweight titles and became a two-division world champion. 1 Review. This full video can be found on my master class page (link in bio). The fight took place on May 14, 2011, at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California. WORLD BOXING ASSOCIATION CURRENT CHAMPIONS WBA SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT (168 lbs) SUPER CHAMPION Andre Ward Won title: Last Defense: Last Mandatory:. From the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone who has played a part in my journey. The fight was billed as No Excuses. There was also the great use of arm control where he would use his arms against the opponent to move out the way. Ward ended his career undefeated with 32 wins, 16 of which came inside the distance. Jones asked Wards permission to wear his Olympic gold medal into the ring. Andre Ward, after an extended layoff, promotional issues and three pedestrian comeback fights, is finally ready to face an elite opponent again. He called and asked if he could take the day off because he wasnt feeling well. Unfortunately for Ward, he was tremendously good, and it was detrimental to him as an entertaining fighter for the casual. [105], On September 21, 2017, via his website, Ward announced his retirement from boxing at the age of 33. And then hed relapse. [14][15][16], In January 2010 Jermain Taylor announced his exit from Showtime's Super Six World Boxing Classic tournament. Ward had been a fan of his since the mid-90s. Just pacing around. Abraham hurt Ward a couple of times in the final round, but it wasn't enough to finish Ward, who had dominated the fight and won a lopsided unanimous decision. Although Ward himself was a massive success in his career. Ward looked slow in the victory, not looking like the same fighter he was in 2011. His memoir, The Domino Diaries, was short-listed for the PEN/ESPN Award for Literary Sports Writing and was a Boston Globe Best of 2015. [85][86][87], Kovalev's manager Egis Klimas announced that negotiations had begun for the rematch between Ward and Kovalev. [61], On November 12, 2015, in advance of his upcoming move up to the light heavyweight division, Ward vacated his WBA super middleweight title. The three judges scored the fight 118106, 117107, and 116108 all in favor of Ward. Connecting with his own punches, particularly the short left hook and uppercut, while clinching, weaving and smothering his opponent's punches is commonplace in Ward fights. When I was a kid, the hill nearby and these streets seemed huge. Of course, theres no guarantee Ward will pull off such a career defying win. For the loss, Dawson earned $600,000, whilst Ward had a total $1,367,500 purse. Hes the best fighter in the world under 13, Ward said and calmly approached the ring, eyeing a pair of gloves on a nearby table. I give him credit. Two steps inside the Lightning Boxing Club, it was if Wards unannounced arrival tripped a silent alarm, freezing all the boxers who were working out there. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Do you imagine your last day? I ask Ward. Ward came up against big tough fighters such as Carl Froch, Mikkel Kessler, and Sergey Kovalev, who were all very dangerous at mid to long. But we also got a bad decision, which is not what boxing needed. The fight was announced in June, with a rematch clause, and both fighters retained their undefeated records through interim bouts. Nearby Areas. Frank Ward, the son of an alcoholic, never touched a drop. He attributes his self-described "formless" style to years of studying Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Hopkins, and Floyd Mayweather Jr.[112] Ward also makes effective use of the jab to the body while out of punching range. In three years I wont be able to do that with him again, he said. In boxings family of messy, dark characters, Ward is a virtual unknown, despite his success. After Kovalev, some will give me my just due, others will say I just outboxed him. My parents were there, but not there. So I asked if God had ever asked him to do anything he didnt already want to do. Whats that? Guarded is what got me by. Boxing is like Jazz, the better it is, the less people appreciate it.. On March 20, 2008, at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, California, Ward defeated Rubin Williams by seventh-round TKO. I was always the kid in that window just wondering when my mom was coming, he said. According to the NSAC, The T-Mobile Arena was put on hold for June 17, 2017, on HBO PPV. [8] Green won the bout, and had hoped to fight Ward later in the year. The fight was called off because Green had an obligation with ESPN to fight Rubin Williams on January 4. Yet one face stood out. When Frank Ward took his nine-year-old son, Andre, to a boxing gym, he couldn't possibly have known that the youngster would blossom into one of the top amateur and professional fighters in the sport. Im not really sure what your agenda is, he said. Staying in control, its abundantly apparent, is one of the fundamental obsessions of his life. He rose to worldwide prominence upon entering the Super Six World Boxing Classic tournament in 2009, where he won the World Boxing Association (WBA) super middleweight title (Super version) from Mikkel Kessler in the opening group stage. Im trying to shake those ghosts.. Andre Ward saw some improvement in Efe Ajagba on Saturday night. You can watch my video version or continue reading below:if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'myboxinglife_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_4',111,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-myboxinglife_com-medrectangle-4-0');https://youtu.be/MEFkGSCqfFIVideo cant be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Andre Ward Boxing Style A True Pugilist | Full Breakdown (https://youtu.be/MEFkGSCqfFI). Ward faced Jerson Ravelo on June 20, 2008, in Georgetown, Cayman Islands, for the vacant regional NABO super-middleweight title. Yellow Tee $ 38 USD $ 48 USD. In this article, we will look at why teams play a prevent defense and its benefits. Ward is not a brawler, despite all those knockouts. Sharing Jones words with Ward almost has him blushing as he drove us to meet with his dads sister, Sandy Boos, to look over old photos from his childhood. Soaking in the response, Ward shook his head. Id see kids in school and that was the void that I had. Once you have your opponent tired or even hurt, that is when you have the opportunity to unleash a strong powerful combination of punches. [citation needed], Ward started boxing in 1994. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'myboxinglife_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_7',114,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-myboxinglife_com-large-leaderboard-2-0'); A lot of fighters only get taught to use their hands first and not their feet and is often a part that gets neglected by many fighters. He had the tuxedo robe. This project would cement Atlanta as the new Hollywood, making the cost of living in our city outrageous. May 14, 2011. Hes Roy! But just like the great champions, his defense was just very good fundamentals for the most part. Dad lost the house when he went to get treatment when I was 11 or 12. But Ive had many. Continue with Recommended Cookies. In boxing, I was so dominant, but everywhere else there was such bitter sweetness. However, an injury sustained by Ward originally postponed the bout for 4 more weeks and the fight was expected to take place on February 23, 2013. Despite the knockdown, Ward went on to win by unanimous decision.[7]. Ward's amateur career began in 1994. Hed follow alongside me in his truck. But now it is important to go into these individual aspects he used within his style throughout his career. He was ready to step up to his biggest challenge against big American puncher Allan Green (25-1, 18 KOs), with the fight scheduled to take place on February 2, 2008, on HBO. 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