He may not be as flashy as I was, but I wasnt as flashy as Ali was when I came up either, Jones said. 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. Im going to win a gold medal and be a great man one day. But to see how cold and hard his body was, its something you can never forget.. Andre Ward Continues As Ringside Analyst For Top Rank On ESPN Boxing News Multi-Year Contract Extends Ward's ESPN Tenure - Continues as ringside analyst for Top Rank on ESPN Continues as. That same year, Ward was named Fighter of the Year by The Ring and the Boxing Writers' Association of America. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. 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. But at the time, even with the possibility of the Olympics just a few years away, Wards commitment to boxing began to unravel. "It was a classic hometown decision. Ward landed 166 from 463 thrown (36%) whilst Barrera landed 111 of 722 punches thrown (15%). He very much has a misunderstood boxing style which is a combination of many styles into one. (Son of God) was regarded as one of the best pound-for-pound champions in his era as a pro. In an interview with Jones last fall, he told me he was still fighting despite his age because it was Gods will. Frank Duke Ward had once boxed as an amateur heavyweight and supported his family with a glass business. We visit the house where his father died and then drive to 2656 Pepper Place Street. He might have excelled in other sports, but he chose boxing to concentrate on. Andre Michael Ward (born February 23, 1984) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 2004 to 2017. 30 Day Exchange. The fight was to take place on BET. Virgil Hunter kept him as an orthodox fighter. 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. [78][79] Kovalev's promoter, Kathy Duva, said, "We got a great fight, which is what boxing needed. Dawson was coming off a big win against future Hall of Famer Bernard Hopkins in April. At this point, Ward's record was 14 wins, no losses. This is fighting. 1030 Grant Street Southeast. We all have evidence of that from looking back. Hes not exciting, after all. [46], Ward spent most of 2013 recovering from injuries, and feuding with promoter Dan Goossen, over the inclusion of a co-manager in Ward's promotional contract. First up, Ward would like to fight on the inside at different points in the fight against specific fighters in his career. The scores were 116112, 119109, and 119109 for Ward. Andre Ward, perhaps the best prizefighter in the world, inherited the mantle from a line of leading men. The man from Oakland defeated the likes of champions Carl Froch, Mikkel Kessler, Chad Dawson, and Arthur Abraham in this division. 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. 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 . But I want people to know what Ive come through and overcome because maybe that can inspire somebody.. Retained WBA (Super), IBF, and WBO light heavyweight titles; Retained WBA (Super) super middleweight title; Home Depot Center, Carson, California, U.S. At the time of stoppage, two judges had Ward ahead 6766, whilst the third judge had it 6865 in favor of Kovalev. 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. He has been quoted saying he was influenced by the top trio of Roy Jones Jr, Bernard Hopkins, and Floyd Mayweather which I can definitely see in how he fought. Andre Ward vs. Arthur Abraham was a Super Middleweight championship fight for the WBA Middleweight championship. [54] Roc Nation did reach out to HBO, where Ward had worked as an analyst previously, but upon hearing his opponent, they passed on the opportunity to showcase Ward's long-awaited return. Ward looked slow in the victory, not looking like the same fighter he was in 2011. He would simply use his footwork, to get out of range by moving back slightly before pivoting off to right in most cases. Ward told me he grew up always thinking of his hulking father as Superman. But then I tried for the knockout, and I couldn't do it. If I cannot give my family, my team, and the fans everything that I have, then I should no longer be fighting. Ive had that over and over again my whole career. According to the NSAC, The T-Mobile Arena was put on hold for June 17, 2017, on HBO PPV. Ward overcame a rocky second round, in which he was hurt by a left hook, to win by unanimous decision. We are boxers. Im on a mission. Yellow PO Hoody $ 85 USD. A year after meeting Hunter in 1994, Ward began an illustrious amateur career. It was my mother who was gone. I wanted to be like that. Ward had to adjust his game plan as he was unable to fight on the inside. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. In an article, which appeared at FoxSports.com, boxing writer Zachary Alapi speculates that Ward is one of the best in-fighters in boxing, being "merciless when it comes to wrestling in the clinch while simultaneously throwing punches to prevent a break, Ward is also willing to fight dirty if he has to. This showed in round 7 when Brand's right eye suddenly started to swollen up. I hope you enjoy visiting and can find something that will suit your boxing lifestyle. Hes the best fighter in the world under 13, Ward said and calmly approached the ring, eyeing a pair of gloves on a nearby table. 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. Ward noted extreme pain in the sixth round of the fight as well as one week prior, though the initial X-ray came back clear. Check it out! 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. Id given my whole life to boxing and I was burned out, he recalled. They came over and Ward threw his arm around Dave. I want to fight the best. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. I wanted to not care about anything. 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. Because shed promise and promise and promise and never show. Most opponents could really not compete with Ward when they were in this situation. Ward to this day, is still the last man to win a gold medal at the Olympics. Required fields are marked *. I know I would like to see it! Not acting like Mayweather doesnt equate to false modesty, as some bewilderingly seem to think. The bout was held on May 14, 2011, at Home Depot Center, in Carson, California and was televised on Showtime. I was just teetering. I know, I know, we're all supposed to hate Andre Ward. Despite this confession, Jones, 47, has now fought more than 13 years since that match. But now it is important to go into these individual aspects he used within his style throughout his career. It just means Ward doesnt have a desire to exert all his energies exalting his own awesomeness. [98], Ward praised Kovalev in the post-fight interview, "He's a good fighter, and I have nothing but respect for him. You can watch my video version or continue reading below:if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'myboxinglife_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_4',111,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-myboxinglife_com-medrectangle-4-0');https://youtu.be/MEFkGSCqfFIVideo cant be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Andre Ward Boxing Style A True Pugilist | Full Breakdown (https://youtu.be/MEFkGSCqfFI). Whether that be the body jab, left hook to the liver, the right to the body, or short sharp shots on the inside. From Smith's perspective, he sees a hand obstructing his path to the target, which can be very discouraging when he wants to initiate offense. 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. Ward won all 12 rounds on one judges scorecard and was ahead 118110 on the other two. 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. The worst-case scenario in my world happened. Ward UD 12 Arthur Abraham. Yet his role in boxing was never descended from Muhammad Alis brash hero, Mike Tysons villain, or Floyd Mayweather Jr.s Money-obsessed anti-hero. Guarded is what got me by. There were 40% fewer dementia diagnoses among people who took vitamin D supplements in a study. Unfortunately for Ward, he was tremendously good, and it was detrimental to him as an entertaining fighter for the casual. Hes a man. Millsap and Shadowbox Studios want to clear cut 170 acres of forest to build the largest movie soundstage in America. He lost that fight in a judges decision that like the other four he playfully questions the legitimacy of to this day. And a man can be broken. I told him I loved him. Jones asked Wards permission to wear his Olympic gold medal into the ring. But as someone who studies and loves the sweet science of boxing, I have to disagree. Faith was a crucial part of his road back. A devout Christian, he regularly visits places in his area such as schools, prisons, and youth facilities. Back in 2018 former pound-for-pound star, two-weight world champion, and Hall of Famer, Andre Ward, really caught my eye on Twitter. Andre Ward, S.O.G. The fight should have continued. It was quite hard to hit him. Ward originally claimed the belt in November 2009 with a victory over long-time champion Mikkel Kessler in his opening fight of the Super Six tournament. [85][86][87], Kovalev's manager Egis Klimas announced that negotiations had begun for the rematch between Ward and Kovalev. 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. Ward claimed a shoulder injury that required surgery was the reason for his inactivity, but the WBC claimed that Ward had not provided any medical evidence or even given them a rough availability date. I want to end up in that category.. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'myboxinglife_com-box-4','ezslot_3',112,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-myboxinglife_com-box-4-0'); When it comes to how Ward would fight. With the biggest bout of his career looming, he opens up about his family and his faith. His dad died suddenly of a heart attack. But combined with the occasional Philly shell or flashy movement from one of the previous names I just mentioned. Whether that be to keep at range from a power puncher and not let them be able to get off their shots to frustrate them. Frank Ward told his son hed found it in the street and didnt want anyone to find it. If I seem like Im guarded, I probably am. [43], On March 23, 2013, the WBC stripped Ward of the WBC super-middleweight title belt for being inactive for a long period of time, and for failing to face a mandatory challenger. It was also noted that the rematch would take place at the Mandalay Bay in Paradise, Nevada on HBO PPV. Home Depot Center, Carson, California. 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. Why didnt you move in with any of your relatives? I ask. There was also the great use of arm control where he would use his arms against the opponent to move out the way. But he went on to fight 119 times in all as an amateur and lost only four more bouts. He uses and mixes elements of certain styles depending on the situation in front of him. Sometimes sticking it straight out will help you create the time to move out the way or force your opponent into a punch. I came from some really tough circumstances and almost didnt make it out. 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. I recommend you watch my video version of this article to see this in action. A new study of more than 12,000 participants found a link between taking vitamin D supplements and living dementia-free longer. At 9, Ward was hoisted on his daddys shoulders to peek in the window. [38] The fight, billed as "Ward vs. Dawson World Champions Made In America'' took place at 168lbs for Ward's super middleweight titles. He wasnt looking too hot, but I was sure hed figure it out. In boxings family of messy, dark characters, Ward is a virtual unknown, despite his success. But we made adjustments and got the win. The fight was announced in June, with a rematch clause, and both fighters retained their undefeated records through interim bouts. Ward turned this over for a second. [74], Ward fought the unified IBF, WBA (Super) and WBO light heavyweight champion Sergey Kovalev at the T-Mobile Arena on November 19, 2016. Andre Ward is knocked down in the fourth round by Darnell Boone during their middleweight fight on November 19, 2005 at the Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon. Most notable of course was his last two fights against Sergey Kovalev. 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. 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. Kovalev is a defining moment, Ward said softly. When we gonna do it again, Dre? Dave prodded Ward, as his father laughed. Andre Ward Lt Heavyweight Champ Sweatpants $ 80 USD. Abraham hurt Ward a couple of times in the final round, but it wasn't enough to finish Ward, who had dominated the fight and won a lopsided unanimous decision. The cut would force the referee to stop the fight. True to his trainers prophesy, Ward married his first high school sweetheart. I didnt feel like I had to. Besides, Ward, in case you dont know, is also an amazing fighter. "[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. For the most part, I grew up middle-class. Theres charm in his smile and a warm handshake. That I was able to be an inspiration to him on the way up is something Ive always felt honored about.. Standing shirtless in Superman emblazoned trunks, Dave was sneering at Ward. Dawson started his career at super middleweight, but hadn't fought at the weight since February 2006. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. But more importantly, accurate hard-landed punches will more likely hurt your opponent than hitting gloves/arms. Understanding that past brings perspective. [103][104], On August 23, 2017, Ward announced that his contract with HBO had expired, making him a free agent. I lost the fight, fair and square. Every time I step in the ring, my legacy is on the line. Thats a dangerous place to be. We told you this is what we wanted to do. A right hand from Ward had Kovalev in trouble, which was followed by several body shots, including a low blow. Sharing Jones words with Ward almost has him blushing as he drove us to meet with his dads sister, Sandy Boos, to look over old photos from his childhood. However, Wards footwork was exceptional at controlling his opponent. In the third round, Ward dropped Dawson with a left hook and dominated the round. 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. He went down. 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Where you going? Offers online therapy. [75], After being knocked down in the second round, he won a controversial decision with all three judges scoring the fight 114113 in favor of Ward. On the other side was Wards white, custom-built truck, the license plate reading SOG (son of God). LINCOLN SQUARE Ald. [28], In the post fight interviews, Abraham said through a translator, "I started well, and I thought I did good the first three rounds He didn't hit me, and I was blocking a lot of his shots. Hes that good.. I'm finished. This type of defense is typically used before halftime or the last play of the game. Give us videos of Floyd throwing money at a bunch of twerking strippers. It hurt me so bad my dad was taken like that. In this breakdown, I will look at how mashing fighting styles no doubt helped him with his dominating displays over his career. Every day, Ward said. I sat down to watch him in the third row. [8] Green won the bout, and had hoped to fight Ward later in the year. I took the fight to him and closed the show. I was getting ready for the Under 19s [amateur tournament]. 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. On May 16, 2009, at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California, Ward defeated former prospect Edison Miranda by unanimous decision. "[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. Taking vitamin D supplements appeared to ward off dementia in a new, large-scale study. But instead of sticking to the southpaw stance. He would then use his head to lean on the shoulders of his opponent to apply pressure but also so his chin was protected. In my opinion, Andre Ward was a true pugilist and once in generational talent who I believe couldve fought in an era of boxing. No fighter today more skillfully solves boxings best crosswords in blood than Ward, who is 29-0 as a professional with 15 knockouts. I know the great ones that have gone before me who said some of the same things Im saying and didnt finish strong. I always wanted to protect their names and protect who they were. A 30-0 record, a super six championship, and appearances on numerous pound for pound lists can attest to that fact. 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. Barrera was also dropped in the eighth round from a body shot, but referee Raul Caiz Sr. saw it as a low blow and as a result deducted a point from Ward. Andre Ward USA 2004 Champ Red Tee $ 48 USD. Couldn't get caught up in the first defense too much mentally. [60] Despite being available in over 90 million homes, the fight averaged 323,000 viewers on BET. Ward is not a brawler, despite all those knockouts. Ive taken a lot of punishment. Andre was born in San Francisco, California, the son of Frank Ward, an Irish American and Madeline Arvie Taylor an African American. This time leave the excuses at home." Still, he concluded that Kovalev faded late in the fight. He attributes his self-described "formless" style to years of studying Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Hopkins, and Floyd Mayweather Jr.[112] Ward also makes effective use of the jab to the body while out of punching range. I feel like a real champion now." Manage Settings 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. I've got to go look at the tape. Yellow Tee $ 38 USD $ 48 USD. Ward was inside, being stretched into a pretzel by his strength and conditioning coach. Continue with Recommended Cookies. But Ward was always a very good body puncher for the most part throughout his whole career. His last task and final opponent may be breaking free from that bitter inheritance. The fight was called off because Green had an obligation with ESPN to fight Rubin Williams on January 4. He would stay at the stance for too long. [73] The fight averaged on 742,000 viewers on HBO. Of course Ward, like all conjurers, has been challenged to reveal his secrets. EP 52: Heather Hardy and Ronica Jeffrey on Women Boxing, Tyson Fury On Brother Tommy: "If He Loses To Jake Paul Then Hes Finished With The Boxing", Boxing Insider Fight Night: 8 Rds. I could not have done this without you." He's very good defensively. [95] The fight purses were revealed before the fight with Ward taking a guaranteed $6.5 million and Kovalev, not having a base purse, would receive a percentage of PPV and gate revenue. With the grace of God I did.. However as his left hand was naturally stronger, Ward would on occasion turn southpaw on occasion against some opponents. Your email address will not be published. Super Middle Weight Andre Ward holds a media day workout at Warzone Boxing Club to promote his November 16 fight with Edwin Rodriguez on November 12, 2013 in Rancho Cucamonga, California. After a while they couldnt bet against him, so instead they criticized his style. 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. I was angry at God. I cramped up, and I got too tense." This was where I first understood my dads struggles with heroin. Its a dangerous fight., I know. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. Weve spent enough time on the past, Ward said. Its just that they like something more than mere showiness. Dad lost the house when he went to get treatment when I was 11 or 12. Now probably one of the harder and more complex parts of Wards game was his inside fighting ability. Over 12 rounds, Ward threw 289 jabs. [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. 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. Many claim his boxing style is boring, and to a certain degree, I do understand why people think this is the case. 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