Syd Vanderpool
Syd Vanderpool | |
|---|---|
| Born | 23 September 1972 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Other names | The Jewel |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Super Middleweight |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Reach | 75 in (190.5 cm) |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 39 |
| Wins | 35 |
| Wins by KO | 23 |
| Losses | 4 |
Syd Vanderpool (born September 23, 1972) is a professional boxing coach and held the NABO (North American Boxing Organization) (super middleweight) title; he was ranked #1 in the world in 2004 by the International Boxing Federation.
Career
Vanderpool fought world champions Bernard Hopkins and Jeff Lacey, and had a victory over Glen Johnson.[1] After retiring from competitive boxing in May 2005 with a professional record of 35 wins and 4 losses with 23 ko's, Vanderpool became the CEO of the Boxing By Syd Athletic Centre in Kitchener.[2] The youngest of five brothers, Vanderpool was encouraged by his father, who build a full size boxing ring in their backyard. According to Vanderpool, success is not about how great of a boxer one can be, but is measured by the quality of meaningful relationships acquired while working toward a goal.[1]
Personal life
Syd has three children, Alexus, Destini and Jaelen, with his wife Michelle whom he has been married to since 2002.[citation needed] Syd also runs a successful boxing gym called SydFit, where he trains many young and old boxers, teaches fitness classes and continues to create a culture of Champions.
Professional boxing record
| 39 fights | 35 wins | 4 losses |
|---|---|---|
| By knockout | 23 | 3 |
| By decision | 12 | 1 |
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "www.w4r.ca" (PDF). Archived (PDF) from the original on 2011-07-06. Retrieved 2009-07-07.
- ↑ "Boxing By Syd Athletic Centre". Archived from the original on 2013-07-19. Retrieved 2012-05-10.
