The current president of the Georgia Defense Lawyers Association also became a certified mediator in 2016. Andre Ward On 10 Habits To Avoid To Succeed In Boxing. But for Ward, the jab was a tool to use the opportunity to slip up on the inside on some opponents, much like the great Roberto Duran would do as well. Making him one of the best technical fighters there has been in the modern era. And then would use intelligent arm control when on the inside to stop his opponents from throwing uppercuts. I shouldnt have made it, he said. There were 40% fewer dementia diagnoses among people who took vitamin D supplements in a study. Andre Ward of the US celebrates after defeating Arthur Abraham of Germany during their WBA Super middleweight Championship bout at the Home Depot Center in Los Angeles, California on May 14, 2011. The prevent defense can also be run in early-game situations. This showed in round 7 when Brand's right eye suddenly started to swollen up. Dad lost the house when he went to get treatment when I was 11 or 12. Most notable of course was his last two fights against Sergey Kovalev. 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. Making him one of the best technical fighters there has been in the modern era. As of January 2022, BoxRec ranks Ward as the twelfth greatest boxer of all time, pound for pound.[2]. [74], Ward fought the unified IBF, WBA (Super) and WBO light heavyweight champion Sergey Kovalev at the T-Mobile Arena on November 19, 2016. The bout was held on May 14, 2011, at Home Depot Center, in Carson, California and was televised on Showtime. At the press conference, he said that it was his desire to drop down in weight and challenge Ward rather than fight lesser-known opponents at light heavyweight. Some kids rushed over and joined father and son and Ward to pose for photos against the ring. Andre Ward H.O.F. 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. Statistically, I shouldnt have made it out.. 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. Offers online therapy. Truth be told, he doesnt have to. [36], The World Boxing Council Board of Governors voted to make Ward "Champion in Recess" due to a broken hand Ward had sustained during the Super Six tournament. Retained WBA (Super) super middleweight title. I never had one home where I grew up. [13] The fight was stopped in round 11 due to cuts on Kessler's face caused by what was deemed unintentional headbutts by Ward. But he never did. The three judges scored the fight 118106, 117107, and 116108 all in favor of Ward. ESPN had it 118110 in favor of Ward. [66][67][68] The fight averaged 1.064 million viewers and peaked at 1.152 million viewers. Another aspect of Wards genius here was simple forearm control to get off his shots, much like Mayweather would use on the inside as well. Boxing is like Jazz, the better it is, the less people appreciate it.. 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. Ward looked at Lopez and tried to keep a straight face. 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 scores were 116112, 119109, and 119109 for Ward. The American finally decided to hang up the gloves in 2017 after retaining his world title belts against Sergey Kovalev in his rematch. "[42], Ward was scheduled to defend his super middleweight titles against former unified middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik on January 26, 2013, at the Galen Center in Los Angeles. Prevent defense in football is when the defense lines up their linebackers and defensive backs near the goal line to prevent a long pass. I didn't feel like I was getting knocked down with his punches --- I could have continued", Kovalev said. 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. In 2002, he won the Under 19 National Championship and was also a two time U.S. National Champion in 2001 and 2003 at middleweight. Ward faced Jerson Ravelo on June 20, 2008, in Georgetown, Cayman Islands, for the vacant regional NABO super-middleweight title. Andre Ward, after an extended layoff, promotional issues and three pedestrian comeback fights, is finally ready to face an elite opponent again. Ward was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2021, his first year of eligibility.[3]. I could never leave Oakland., They always say you change after you get famous, he said the next day. He's not exciting, after all. Ward described himself as a pick him type fighter in other words, he likes to pick you off and break you down with strong, accurate, and effective shots with a lower volume of punches. Yet others will actually be happy to see a well known individual acting over the age of seventeen. 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. Andre Ward and Sergey Kovalev have never headlined a pay-per-view fight, so it seems to make sense that the folks co-directing the promotion for their Nov. 19 light-heavyweight title bout on HBO . [98], Ward praised Kovalev in the post-fight interview, "He's a good fighter, and I have nothing but respect for him. 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. Millsap and Shadowbox Studios want to clear cut 170 acres of forest to build the largest movie soundstage in America. 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. This isnt my life. I'm finished. [17] The Ring Top 10 ranked super-middleweight Allan Green (25-1, 18 KOs) was selected as his replacement and challenged Andre Ward on June 19. [63] Barrera was risking his IBF mandatory position in this fight. 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. I finally spotted a mural of Ward on the side of a van parked behind a warehouse. But after years of struggle, his mother, Madeline Arvie Taylor, is clean now. A devout Christian, he regularly visits places in his area such as schools, prisons, and youth facilities. Miranda couldn't stay up with Ward's versatility around the ring. 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. Each time, Goossen was deemed in the right. I aint done with you yet!, Ward stepped out of the ring shaking his head and sat down on the stairs leading up to the ring. After the bout, Ward gave a victory speech, "I can't believe it, I can't believe it -- it's not so unbelievable that we never thought we were going to win, but now that it's happened, it is unbelievable. This earned Ward the Comeback of the Year award by The Ring. The fight was called off because Green had an obligation with ESPN to fight Rubin Williams on January 4. But then I tried for the knockout, and I couldn't do it. We told you this is what we wanted to do. 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. I was angry at God. Thats my motivation. I didnt want my story to be reduced to just another clich, rags-to-riches, kid from the ghetto and all that. 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. I feel like a real champion now." [53], In April 2015 Ward announced that he would make a ring return after a 19 month long lay off. After all, we want fighters who celebrate the Self above all else, am I right? He confirmed that he was still under contract with Roc Nation Sports, but rumours indicated that he could sign with Top Rank. Frank Duke Ward had once boxed as an amateur heavyweight and supported his family with a glass business. Kovalev said the fight could have continued, "I don't know. 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. Dad was picking me up for a run like he always did. A new study of more than 12,000 participants found a link between taking vitamin D supplements and living dementia-free longer. As an amateur boxer, Ward won the light heavyweight gold medal at the 2004 Olympics and turned professional later that year. Answer (1 of 5): I think Andre Ward may have wanted a 'Super-fight' with Joe Calzaghe - BUT Calzaghe retired. This was Ward's third fight in eight months, after only fighting three times from 2012 to 2015. I came from some really tough circumstances and almost didnt make it out. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. I could not have done this without you." But more importantly, accurate hard-landed punches will more likely hurt your opponent than hitting gloves/arms. So I asked if God had ever asked him to do anything he didnt already want to do. Had enough? Ward hollered. Like Joe Louis, he lost his first amateur contest. Ward dictated the fight however with a strong jab. "[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. [citation needed], Ward started boxing in 1994. Andre Ward, S.O.G. Weve spent enough time on the past, Ward said. The symmetry is apparent in the difficulty his opponents have had in trying to penetrate his defenses. And the fact that Ward sticks to what he does best winning rather than gloating, speaks volumes. That I was able to be an inspiration to him on the way up is something Ive always felt honored about.. 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. [110], His trainer, Virgil Hunter, says Ward harnesses his speed and ring intelligence to control distance and pace in fights while maintaining high punch accuracy and counterpunching skills. First time around, the man is world champion, and he's been on top a long time. Youre left asking, Who am I? . Ward is not a brawler, despite all those knockouts. But for those that box or love the deeper detail of boxing techniques or tactics he is one the best to learn from. Later that night I was walking around downtown Memphis feeling depressed. He very much has a misunderstood boxing style which is a combination of many styles into one. I wanted to be a kid. [55][56] Ward won via TKO in the 9th round. Every day, Ward said. For the most part, I grew up middle-class. Sergey Kovalev, he's a great champion." Ward knew better than anyone what greatness required. The case has been to court or arbitration on 3 separate occasions. Again in the fourth round, Ward was able to drop Dawson, in another dominating round. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Needless to say, some will smile in satisfaction if they end up seeing Ward splattered on a Las Vegas canvas this weekend. On March 20, 2008, at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, California, Ward defeated Rubin Williams by seventh-round TKO. Every stitch of clothing he was wearing was from his Michael Jordan clothing line, a sponsor since he turned professional after the Olympic gold. 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. [97] Tony Weeks stopped the fight, with Kovalev sitting on the middle rope, visibly hurt from the strikes he was subjected to. For example for the first knockdown. Ward threatened to retire if he didn't get things "his way" for the rematch. The event produced a live gate of $3.3 million from 10,066 tickets sold, including complimentary tickets, the full attendance was announced as 13,310. He claimed that it was done to make him look "vulnerable and expose him with weight loss. (Son of God) was regarded as one of the best pound-for-pound champions in his era as a pro. 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. If he wins as expected, Ward is slated to fight Russian light heavyweight champion Sergey Kovalev in Las Vegas on Nov. 19, in what many believe could be professional boxings best fight in well over a decade. Ward is now a retired and former world champion boxer from Oakland, California. "[29], Advancing to the final of the Super Six, Ward fought WBC super middleweight champion Carl Froch (28-1, 20 KOs) in front of 5,626 at Boardwalk Hall on December 17, 2011. I have respect for him." Ward had to adjust his game plan as he was unable to fight on the inside. His little boys were sitting there close to me and they went crazy. In the fight he would fence with Dawsons southpaw jab, with his own, however, he would use it to condition the southpaw into a rhythm over time by touching w with him. Nearby Areas. 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. Ive never talked about my story before, Ward said. 4 KOs) making his first defense against fellow . Yellow Tee $ 38 USD $ 48 USD. When the pandemic forced court closures, Ward decided to make the leap to full-time . Hes a grownup. Ward wants to cheer on his friend Curry. [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. However as his left hand was naturally stronger, Ward would on occasion turn southpaw on occasion against some opponents. I was numb. Whats more, he doesnt fight nearly as much as he should (as least he hasnt until recently). His dad died suddenly of a heart attack. To me, Jones went on, Wards been the model student, person, and citizen in the sport that I always expected him to be. Not every round, but I thought I was doing very good. On the other side was Wards white, custom-built truck, the license plate reading SOG (son of God). [77], Boxing experts have claimed that the judging was unfair. 2. There was also the great use of arm control where he would use his arms against the opponent to move out the way. Frank Ward told his son hed found it in the street and didnt want anyone to find it. Ward lives in Danville, California. But combined with the occasional Philly shell or flashy movement from one of the previous names I just mentioned. As Ward finished his workout, he offered to drive me around Oakland to the many homes where he lived growing up. In terms of being in the pocket with more aggressive opponents, this is where we would see Ward you elusive waist movement bending down to his right before either moving out the way or using it as an opportunity to clinch and fight on the inside. Andre Ward IBHoF Bio Name: Andre Ward Alias: S.O.G. Couldn't get caught up in the first defense too much mentally. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'myboxinglife_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_9',116,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-myboxinglife_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0'); Some of the greats such as Floyd and or more recently Canelo Alvarez have always been more calculated when they throw punches and would always rather get much cleaner damaging shots. Most opponents could really not compete with Ward when they were in this situation. CompuBox statistics showed that Ward landed 243 of 573 punches thrown (42%), whilst Froch landed 156 of 683 punches (23%). I gotta figure that out.. 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.. Fair enough. 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. Im trying to shake those ghosts.. Kovalev is an absolute device of destruction in the ring. Its a dangerous fight., I know. Theres a For Sale sign out front. The cut would force the referee to stop the fight. For more info on the land swap, and to donate to a lawsuit against Millsap, visit StoptheSwap.org. He would stay at the stance for too long. 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. Then again, all of boxings greats who came before Ward had the same plan. But at the time, even with the possibility of the Olympics just a few years away, Wards commitment to boxing began to unravel. Once you have your opponent tired or even hurt, that is when you have the opportunity to unleash a strong powerful combination of punches. In an interview with Jones last fall, he told me he was still fighting despite his age because it was Gods will. 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. [citation needed]. Retained WBA (Super), IBF, and WBO light heavyweight titles; Retained WBA (Super) super middleweight title; Home Depot Center, Carson, California, U.S. 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. Ill never forget that day. Our Top Coaching Course. Grant Park Counseling Group. [40][41], The fight was watched by an average 1.3 million viewers on HBO. Andre Ward, perhaps the best prizefighter in the world, inherited the mantle from a line of leading men. Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, California, U.S. Its simply to say their public images kind of suckno matter how popular they may be. "I could never leave Oakland." But Ive had many. After he beats Kovalev, if hes still hungry, he can stick around. 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. But Ive never cheered for or against him. I did it. Understanding that past brings perspective. Do you imagine your last day? I ask Ward. Why didnt you move in with any of your relatives? I ask. Soaking in the response, Ward shook his head. I couldnt believe it. "[80] On the same token, many boxing fans have applauded the decision. Im going to give you a glimpse into boxings future.. I hope you enjoy visiting and can find something that will suit your boxing lifestyle. Yes, he did punch me, but he didn't hurt me. [72] Ward landed 190 of 490 punches thrown (39%), and Brand landed 45 of 285 (16%). Whats that? Dave pressed harder and a few light shots from Ward stamped the sweat into his eyes and produced tears. After a while they couldnt bet against him, so instead they criticized his style. [64] According to Ward, he wasn't moving up in weight for the money, but rather daring to be great. Every single time. But as someone who studies and loves the sweet science of boxing, I have to disagree. I know, I know, were all supposed to hate Andre Ward. Where you going? Ward overcame a rocky second round, in which he was hurt by a left hook, to win by unanimous decision. 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. He is now a boxing pundit on ESPN, with many still calling him out to return one last time. 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. Barrera became the mandatory to Kovalev's IBF title when he stopped German Karo Murat in December 2015. In that two- or three-year span I could have lost it all. Ali was silenced and imprisoned in his body. In 2016, following a long period of sporadic in-ring activity, Ward moved up to light heavyweight and won the WBA (Undisputed version), International Boxing Federation (IBF) and World Boxing Organization (WBO) titles from then-undefeated Sergey Kovalev. Joe Louis was left a coked-out wreck. Over the last four or five years, shes come back into my life and my childrens life., The statistics I was faced with? link to Andre Ward On 10 Habits To Avoid To Succeed In Boxing, link to How To Box Like Andre Ward | Boxing Style Analysis, These Are the Best Muay Thai Styles to Knockout an Opponent, Andre Ward Boxing Style A True Pugilist | Full Breakdown (https://youtu.be/MEFkGSCqfFI), Andre Wards 10 habits to bad avoid in boxing. But he also has the poised glance of a master croupier, giving away nothing while sizing up and processing all available data. It was quite hard to hit him. Andre Ward USA 2004 Champ Red Tee $ 48 USD. [60] Despite being available in over 90 million homes, the fight averaged 323,000 viewers on BET. [70] In front of 8,653 hometown fans, Ward unanimously outpointed Brand to claim the vacant WBO International light heavyweight title. But we made adjustments and got the win. 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. The worst-case scenario in my world happened. But no doubt he couldve done more often than if he wished to. [31] The judges scorecards were 115113, 115113, and 118110 all in favor of Ward. That doesnt mean these individuals dont like flash. This project would cement Atlanta as the new Hollywood, making the cost of living in our city outrageous. He successfully defended his titles in a rematch against Kovalev a year later, after which he retired from boxing. Ward defeated Green by unanimous decision on June 19, 2010. In December 2015 that box or love the deeper detail of boxing, I grew.... 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