Tyler McCreary (born April 9, 1993 in Toledo, Ohio) is an American boxer in the featherweight division.[1]

Amateur career

McCreary began boxing at the age of 10[2] and held an amateur record of 87-15 (46 KO’s). He won the Title National Championship in 2009 and 2010. McCreary also captured a bronze medal at the Under-19 National Championships, was a two-time Toledo Golden Gloves Champion and won an Ohio State Junior Olympics Championship.[3]

Professional career

McCreary has a professional record of 16–2–1 (7 KO's).[1] He is promoted by Jay Z's Roc Nation Sports[4] and has been called by boxing media "Boxing's next best thing."[5] McCreary is trained by Lamar Wright.[5]

On October 8, 2015 McCreary overcame the toughest test of his career[6] when he won a unanimous decision over Colombian, and former WBA world ranked contender,[7] Manuel de los Reyes Herrera in Rochester, New York.[1]

Philanthropy

McCreary is active in community projects in his hometown of Toledo; including donating his time to a local food bank.[8]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Tyler McCreary". BoxRec.
  2. ^ "Getting to Know Undefeated Boxer Tyler McCreary". sportsblog.com. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
  3. ^ "Tyler McCreary profile". BoxRec.
  4. ^ "Roc Nation Sports Signs Six New Boxers". sportsagentblog.com. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
  5. ^ a b "Why Tyler McCreary is Boxing's Next Best Thing". amateurcombatsportslive.com. Retrieved January 30, 2016.
  6. ^ "Fight Day in Rochester". fightfan.com. Retrieved January 30, 2016.
  7. ^ "Ratings - Manuel de los Reyes Herrera - WBA - Superbantamweight". boxnews.com.ua. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
  8. ^ "Boxers Distribute Food at Toledo Segate Food Bank". WTOL.
Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyler_McCreary
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