It just means Ward doesnt have a desire to exert all his energies exalting his own awesomeness. He had the tuxedo robe. Location. Id see kids in school and that was the void that I had. Ward looked at Lopez and tried to keep a straight face. Now when it came to Wards left lead hand it was in fact his natural stronger hand. Stop Cop City (SCC) or Defend Atlanta Forest is a decentralized social movement in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, whose goal is to stop construction of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center by the Atlanta Police Foundation and the City of Atlanta.Opponents of the facility are concerned about the growth of policing in the city, which has witnessed several protests against police violence . In boxings family of messy, dark characters, Ward is a virtual unknown, despite his success. Ward's lead acts as hand feint, measuring stick, and defensive deterrent all at once. Andre Ward, S.O.G. [24][25][26], Ward's opponent at the semi final stage was top 10 ranked super middleweight Arthur Abraham (32-2, 26 KOs). Back in 2018 former pound-for-pound star, two-weight world champion, and Hall of Famer, Andre Ward, really caught my eye on Twitter. But as most know, footwork isnt everything in boxing and it was in fact his lead hand that he would use alongside this footwork that really made him difficult to hit. 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. "[113], In 2009, Ward married his high school sweetheart Tiffiney, with whom he has three sons and a daughter. I can't explain it. Every time I step in a ring to spar with a young fighter trying to prove something or make a name for themselves. It was my mother who was gone. I remember once she stabbed him. The prevent defense can also be run in early-game situations. Staying in control, its abundantly apparent, is one of the fundamental obsessions of his life. Despite the knockdown, Ward went on to win by unanimous decision.[7]. Ward defended his WBA and Ring titles against unbeaten Edwin Rodrguez in Ontario, California in November 2013 with a wide unanimous decision. What a loser. One day later, Frank Ward signed both his sons into the gym. Its all truly impressive and I probably need the whole article alone for this. 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. Andre Ward IBHoF Bio Name: Andre Ward Alias: S.O.G. On my final night with Ward, he had two places to show me before we parted ways. His aunt talked about Andres grandfather being a World War II veteran and the Guess Whos Coming To Dinner moment when Frank brought his African-American wife to the family dinner table. How can he be that good while still being a cipher? This in turn can help judges swing around in your favor, even if the opponent has thrown more punches. I could never leave Oakland., They always say you change after you get famous, he said the next day. It hurt me so bad my dad was taken like that. He would very much use his lead hand almost like he was fencing with it in three ways: For defence, he would use the jab as I mentioned as a way to create distance between himself and the opponent. The reason for this is he would tend to try to keep his head off centre line and would slip/duck to his right rear side while throwing his left jab helping him to avoid return fire. Yet others will actually be happy to see a well known individual acting over the age of seventeen. I think Im the same shy guy Ive been all my life.. I know, I know, were all supposed to hate Andre Ward. Not acting like Mayweather doesnt equate to false modesty, as some bewilderingly seem to think. Has God ever told you no? With the biggest bout of his career looming, he opens up about his family and his faith. 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. But is still an amazing lesson. Every time I step in the ring, my legacy is on the line. With all precincts reporting Tuesday night, Vasquez held 78.06 percent of the vote to challengers Christian Blume's 15.14 percent and Jane Lucius' 6.6 percent. Making him one of the best technical fighters there has been in the modern era. That I was able to be an inspiration to him on the way up is something Ive always felt honored about.. She sees the aftermath. Miranda couldn't stay up with Ward's versatility around the ring. Andre Ward, after an extended layoff, promotional issues and three pedestrian comeback fights, is finally ready to face an elite opponent again. The ward covers parts of Lincoln Square, Andersonville, Ravenswood, Edgewater, Rogers Park . Prevent defense in football is when the defense lines up their linebackers and defensive backs near the goal line to prevent a long pass. 30 Day Exchange. I wanted to be like that. ("Son of God") was regarded as one of the best pound-for-pound champions in his era as a pro. As an amateur, he was almost unstoppable winning multiple national championships before being picked for the U.S Olympic team and then going on to win Gold at light heavyweight in 2004. But just like the great champions, his defense was just very good fundamentals for the most part. My parents were there, but not there. His appearance as an analyst for the Crawford vs. Indongo fight sparked further rumours. Birth Name: Andre Michael Ward Hometown: Oakland, California, USA Birthplace: San Francisco, California, USA Stance: Orthodox Height: 183cm Reach: 180cm Pro Boxer: Record Amateur Boxer: Record Trainer: Virgil Hunter (1994-2017) Manager: James Prince (2004-2017) Ward dictated the fight however with a strong jab. Theres only a few guys that are all-time greats in the sport, he said. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. The fight was announced in June, with a rematch clause, and both fighters retained their undefeated records through interim bouts. He claimed that it was done to make him look "vulnerable and expose him with weight loss. In a few years I wont want any part of you. It wasnt too often you would see ward stand toe to toe in this stance. On November 19, Ward will challenge Sergey Kovalev . ("Son of God") is regarded pound for pound as one of the best champions in the last 10 years. [citation needed]. [36] In 2013, Dawson spoke out about the fight and said it was a "set-up by HBO and other people." I didnt feel like I had to. Many claim his boxing style is boring, and to a certain degree, I do understand why people think this is the case. After all, we want fighters who celebrate the Self above all else, am I right? Ward had been a fan of his since the mid-90s. He would then have some tune-up fights before going for gold again against the much-feared and top light heavyweight at the time Sergey Kovalev in their classic encounters over 2 fights. The symmetry is apparent in the difficulty his opponents have had in trying to penetrate his defenses. He would stay at the stance for too long. Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Interest-Based Ads | EU Privacy Rights | Cookie Policy | Manage Preferences. One was the church he attends for Bible study, but the other was a surprise. I'll see you in November." On March 20, 2008, at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, California, Ward defeated Rubin Williams by seventh-round TKO. In my opinion, Andre Ward was a true pugilist and once in generational talent who I believe couldve fought in an era of boxing. Despite this confession, Jones, 47, has now fought more than 13 years since that match. Ward defeated Green by unanimous decision on June 19, 2010. Froch also praised Ward in winning the tournament, "Fair credit to Andre Ward. Its a dangerous fight., I know. Each time, Goossen was deemed in the right. I wanted to not care about anything. [55][56] Ward won via TKO in the 9th round. You aint gonna get away with anything. His pastor, former NFL running back Napoleon Kaufman, has played one of the biggest roles in Wards life since he got his life back on track after his fathers death. [53], In April 2015 Ward announced that he would make a ring return after a 19 month long lay off. I want to end up in that category.. Andre Ward USA Lt. 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Learn how to improve your defense in my master class on @ebf_fightschool. In the first two rounds, Ward and Dawson felt each other out, with neither fighter having much success, though Dawson was able to land a few counter right hooks as Ward lunged inside. 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. The dip could have been due to 21 million tuning in to the Olympics on NBC. [Update: Ward easily beat Brand in a unanimous decision.]. Im trying to shake those ghosts.. He has perfected a combination of boxing styles over many years. "[80] On the same token, many boxing fans have applauded the decision. From beginners to champions, learning defense takes time. Theres a math equation very few people have solved. [83] CompuBox stats showed that Kovalev landed more punches, 126 of 474 punches; Ward landed 116 out of 337 thrown Still, he concluded that Kovalev faded late in the fight. Andre Ward kneels in the corner after defeating Ben Aragon in the third round by TKO in a 6 round Middleweight Bout on June 18, 2005 at the FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tennessee. And then would use intelligent arm control when on the inside to stop his opponents from throwing uppercuts. Ward finished his amateur career with a record of 115 wins and 5 losses.[6]. But more importantly, accurate hard-landed punches will more likely hurt your opponent than hitting gloves/arms. Ward (26-0, 14 KOs), 28, of Oakland, Calif., was training for a Jan. 26 title defense against former middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik when he injured the shoulder in a November sparring session. Then, in the tenth round, Ward dropped Dawson to a knee after a solid combination, which prompted referee Steve Smoger to stop the fight after Dawson could not continue. Even before Ward hit his teens, Hunter teased that hed always be a one-woman guy. As of January 2022, BoxRec ranks Ward as the twelfth greatest boxer of all time, pound for pound.[2]. He wasnt looking too hot, but I was sure hed figure it out. Now that it's over with, I'm ecstatic I was able to defend this belt one time. But Ward was always a very good body puncher for the most part throughout his whole career. But then I tried for the knockout, and I couldn't do it. [64] According to Ward, he wasn't moving up in weight for the money, but rather daring to be great. Abraham didn't believe he had lost the fight with such wide scores. Im comin, Ward said under his breath, while doffing his shirt. [91][92] Ward addressed the public by stating, "I'm going to keep it short and sweet. Not every round, but I thought I was doing very good. He dreads receiving another call like the one he received about his dad. I feel like a real champion now." Andre Ward vs. Arthur Abraham was a Super Middleweight championship fight for the WBA Middleweight championship. Hed be fired up and then be a zombie. When Ward was 12, he found a needle in his fathers room and naively brought it to him asking where it might have come from. I couldnt believe it. Home Depot Center, Carson, California. Youre left asking, Who am I? . But there was a twist. Which doesnt mean I dont take it seriously. Dirrell's trainer and uncle Leon Lawson Jr., told ESPN that Dirrell had neurological problems. Staying too long can lead to other ominous destinations: dementia, slurred speech, detached retinas, chronic traumatic encephalopathy, Parkinsons disease. Perhaps worse still, hes openly religious and takes the whole appearing humble thing seriously. Ward faced Jerson Ravelo on June 20, 2008, in Georgetown, Cayman Islands, for the vacant regional NABO super-middleweight title. Required fields are marked *. I remember Andre and his brother going to swimming pools in Carson City with Frank and there was nearly always a fistfight with Frank defending his children from the comments from white kids at the pool. I just came to visit, Dave! Ward shrugged. This time leave the excuses at home." He's not exciting, after all. Your email address will not be published. Ward dominated Ravelo for most of the fight en route to a TKO victory in the eighth round. 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!. May 14, 2011. Throughout the fight, Ward out landed Green by nearly 200 punches. Andre Ward, S.O.G. Frank Ward would seek treatment to get clean. The main person in my life was gone. Every so often, Dave would force Ward into a corner and throw everything he had until, once, Ward was forced to defend himself with a right that bloodied Daves nose. In 2011, Ward defeated World Boxing Council (WBC) champion Carl Froch in the tournament final to unify the titles, as well as winning the vacant Ring magazine and lineal titles. Andre Ward On 10 Habits To Avoid To Succeed In Boxing. [88][89] On March 24, 2017, Kovalev revealed via Social Media that he had signed his end of the deal. After his parents fell to drug abuse, Ward was looked after by his godfather, Virgil Hunter, who became his trainer and remained his trainer for the length of his career. This was the eighth and final time Ward fought in his hometown. Ward made his pro debut on December 18, 2004, by scoring a second round TKO over Chris Molina. [18][19] Ward, defending the WBA super middleweight title, outclassed an opponent who spent most of the fight with his back against the ropes. I did it. [14][15][16], In January 2010 Jermain Taylor announced his exit from Showtime's Super Six World Boxing Classic tournament. His father remained a functional addict for years, but as his illness worsened the family home was lost. Ward told me he grew up always thinking of his hulking father as Superman. . Unfortunately for Ward, he was tremendously good, and it was detrimental to him as an entertaining fighter for the casual. After I won the heavyweight title [in 2003 against John Ruiz], I was just fighting just because. For his counter punching, it was more used with opponents who rushed in because of frustration that would be caught by him. \"All fighters throw punches but not everyone has learned how to properly defend themselves when punches come back. [47] The fight started with rough tactics until Jack Reiss made an unprecedented move, penalizing both fighters two points each and warning them that he would end the fight if it did not clean up. After a while they couldnt bet against him, so instead they criticized his style. Retained WBA (Super) super middleweight title. Arthur is strong, and he's a hard hitter, [but] we showed that we can win in a way other than our original game plan [] "I wish the ref had let me fight on the inside, because that's what I had planned for. Taking vitamin D supplements appeared to ward off dementia in a new, large-scale study. At 9, Ward was hoisted on his daddys shoulders to peek in the window. Andre Ward H.O.F. Ward defeated Roy Ashworth on April 7, 2005, by disqualification. Somebody in the car recognized me and opened the door and Roy was inside. This is the first time in his life hes been inside the ring with somebody where he couldnt do exactly what he wanted to, Lopez said. [38] The fight, billed as "Ward vs. Dawson World Champions Made In America'' took place at 168lbs for Ward's super middleweight titles. He's very good defensively. CompuBox statistics showed that Ward landed 243 of 573 punches thrown (42%), whilst Froch landed 156 of 683 punches (23%). We were probably here for three or four years. Offers online therapy. I want to fight the best. Yes, he did punch me, but he didn't hurt me. 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. Whats more, he doesnt fight nearly as much as he should (as least he hasnt until recently). In an interview with Jones last fall, he told me he was still fighting despite his age because it was Gods will. [4] Andre's career started when his father took him to U.S. Karate School of the Arts,[5] a boxing gym in Hayward, California, when he was nine years old. I never had one home where I grew up. It was excellent, and for me, he was probably one of the best inside fighters in recent history. There was also the great use of arm control where he would use his arms against the opponent to move out the way. The American finally decided to hang up the gloves in 2017 after retaining his world title belts against Sergey Kovalev in his rematch. Ward stated his only regret was that he wasn't able to stop Green, who turned up to survive. I sat down to watch him in the third row. Theres charm in his smile and a warm handshake. [40][41], The fight was watched by an average 1.3 million viewers on HBO. Atlanta, GA 30315. Your email address will not be published. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. However, Wards footwork was exceptional at controlling his opponent. I loved the swag, the way he dressed, the country accent, what he said, the way he did it his way. [101] The replay was shown on regular HBO averaging 752,000 viewers and peaked at 947,000, which was during the final round. Joe Louis was left a coked-out wreck. Ward ended his career undefeated with 32 wins, 16 of which came inside the distance. 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. Ward still has a copy of the sign-up sheet. 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. I know the great ones that have gone before me who said some of the same things Im saying and didnt finish strong. Now probably one of the harder and more complex parts of Wards game was his inside fighting ability. How many times did they bet against Floyd? Needless to say, some will smile in satisfaction if they end up seeing Ward splattered on a Las Vegas canvas this weekend. [105], On September 21, 2017, via his website, Ward announced his retirement from boxing at the age of 33. I didnt want people to grab a hold of that and just run with the typical African-American who came from the ghetto., When I visited Oakland in May, his longtime publicist gave me his gyms address and warned, Theres no signage anywhere, but dont think you are in the wrong place when you arrive.. Im going to give you a glimpse into boxings future.. Everyone said he did everything wrong, but he got away with it, he said. He would touch with Dawson before instead quickly changing the route of attack by throwing a right to the body before going up top again. This is fighting. [73] The fight averaged on 742,000 viewers on HBO. "[76] Ward received Kovalev's WBA (Super), IBF, and WBO light heavyweight titles and became a two-division world champion. I was angry at God. In boxing, I was so dominant, but everywhere else there was such bitter sweetness. 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. [57][58][59] Smith missed weight, coming in at 176.4 lbs and was fined 20% ($45,000) of his $225,000 purse by the California State Athletic Commission, half of which went to Ward and half to the commission. 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