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Tyler McCreary

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Tyler McCreary
Born (1993-04-09) April 9, 1993 (age 31)
Toledo, Ohio, U.S.
Other namesGolden Child
Statistics
Weight(s)Featherweight
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights19
Wins16
Wins by KO7
Losses2
Draws1

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

Amateur career

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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

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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

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

References

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  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.
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