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Andre Ward

The Short List
  • 2004 Olympic champion
  • Undefeated since 1998
  • 2002 Everlast Fran Jones Under 19 National Champion
  • Two-time U.S. National Champion (2001, 2003)
Did You Know?
  • Has two sons, Andre Jr. and Malachi
  • Since the fall of 2002, he has dedicated all of his victories to his father, who passed away in August of that year
  • Trained by his godfather, Virgil Hunter
  • Known for his tremendous speed
  • Often called a coach in the ring
It's Every Day

Andre began boxing in 1994 and hasn’t suffered a loss since 1998. He will be participating in his first international event since December 2001.

Related Links
Tips
: Andre Ward on how to score in Olympic boxing
Photo Gallery: Andre Ward, June '05
Video: Ward on making sacrifices hi | lo



Quote

“I want to box the top boxers in the world. I know that to be the best, you have to beat the best and that’s what I plan to do."


Height: 6'0
Born: 2/23/1984
Hometown: Oakland, Calif.
Resides: Oakland, Calif.
Sport: Boxing
Event: Light heavyweight/178 lbs.

 
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