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Siler, Ron
- Two-time National Golden Gloves champion (2002, 2003)
- Won the 2002 U.S. Challenge
- 1998 and 2001 U.S. national champion
- 2001 Goodwill Games champion
- 2000 World Championships bronze medallist
- Started boxing at age 10
- His father, Ron Sr., was a kick-boxer, and raised Ron Jr. on his own
- Ron Sr. started his son in boxing to channel his energy in a positive way and keep him from getting in fights outside the ring
- Has two sons, Ron’nikko and Alerion, which he says have helped him develop a new perspective on life
- Loves playing with his sons and hanging out with friends
- One of his favorite forms of entertainment is playing video games
- Has a passion for cars and owns two Camaros, a 1995 Riviera and a 1993 Lincoln Towncar
- Favorite boxer is Kostya Tszyu, but also likes Felix Trinidad and fellow Cincinnatian Tim Austin
- Was upset in his quest for the 2000 Olympics and thought about turning pro, but decided to go for a medal in 2004
- Won every tournament he competed in during 2001, with the exception of a bronze medal at the World Championships
For Siler, boxing helped make a difference in keeping him off the streets while growing up. Siler hopes to one day give back and improve his community by helping other kids stay out of trouble. “The kids in my neighborhood really don’t have anything to do,” he said. “I would have basketball tournaments and rap contests.”
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Height: 5'3
Born: 4/8/1980
Hometown: Knoxville, Tenn.
Resides: Cincinnati, Ohio
Sport: Boxing
Event: Flyweight/112 lbs.
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