Tyler McCreary

Tyler McCreary (born April 9, 1993 in Toledo, Ohio) is an American boxer in the featherweight division.[1] McCreary is currently ranked #5 in the world by the WBA in the featherweight division.[2]

Tyler McCreary
Statistics
Nickname(s)Golden Child
Weight(s)Featherweight
NationalityAmerican
Born (1993-04-09) April 9, 1993
Toledo, Ohio, U.S.
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights18
Wins16
Wins by KO7
Losses1
Draws1

Amateur career

McCreary began boxing at the age of 10[3] 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.[4]

Professional career

McCreary has a professional record of 16–1–1 (7 KO's).[1] He is promoted by Jay Z's Roc Nation Sports[5] and has been called by boxing media "Boxing's next best thing."[6] McCreary is trained by Lamar Wright.[6]

On October 8, 2015 McCreary overcame the toughest test of his career[7] when he won a unanimous decision over Colombian, and former WBA world ranked contender,[8] Manuel de los Reyes Herrera in Rochester, New York.[1]

Philanthropy

McCreary is active in community projects in his hometown of Toledo; including donating his time to a local food bank.[9]

References
  1. "Tyler McCreary". BoxRec.
  2. "World Boxing Association Ranking – World Boxing Association". www.wbaboxing.com.
  3. "Getting to Know Undefeated Boxer Tyler McCreary". sportsblog.com. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
  4. "Tyler McCreary profile". BoxRec.
  5. "Roc Nation Sports Signs Six New Boxers". sportsagentblog.com. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
  6. "Why Tyler McCreary is Boxing's Next Best Thing". amateurcombatsportslive.com. Retrieved January 30, 2016.
  7. "Fight Day in Rochester". fightfan.com. Retrieved January 30, 2016.
  8. "Ratings - Manuel de los Reyes Herrera - WBA - Superbantamweight". boxnews.com.ua. Retrieved January 20, 2016.
  9. "Boxers Distribute Food at Toledo Segate Food Bank". WTOL.
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