So let’s start at the beginning. How did you become involved in boxing?
When I was younger, people used to pick on me, it wasn’t a great feeling, then my pop started taking me to the local PCYC where I began to box and build real self confidence.
Was boxing something you had shown interest in from a young age?
Yes it was. I was always interested in a lot of sport, particularly boxing but also footy.
Which professional boxers do you look up to and why?
I looked up to a lot of boxers but one that was and is still my favourite is the one and only “Choc” Anthony Mundine. Just watching him and everything he does makes me want to achieve my goals in life. His style is effortless and he’s an inspiration, but I guess I need to enhance on that and be myself.
What is your overall amateur record?
I think it’s along the lines of 15 – 12 wins and 3 losses altogether. I don’t really keep count.
What’s your training schedule like?
Well, training for me is always split between mornings and afternoons. I’m always running in the morning, and during afternoons I’m training in the gym focusing on boxing technique, but I love to mix it up, do anything really, even play footy sometimes.
How would you describe your style?
I’m a very shy guy but outgoing with those close around me. My style is relaxed and I like to take that into the ring with me. Go with the flow and roll with the punches.
What’s your motivation?
I think everything and anything. I look back sometimes on my past and thank God for everything he has given me in my life – good friends, family and my daughters, they’re my everything, they make me keep pushing for my goals so that one day they can say that’s my dad and be proud. I love my life, I love what I do, but most of all love my daughters and family – they’re my motivation.
If not a boxer, what line of work do you think you would be in?
I’m not too sure, anything really, but I’m a person who’s good with my hands on anything outdoors.
