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Multiple time Golden Gloves champ, on the US
national team from 2008–2012, and just missed out
on the Olympics. He fought current
world champions in the amateurs, picking up some
big wins.
The best part is he is one of my closest friends
and was even my coach for a while.
How did
it come about that you decided to turn pro?
It was hard to get amateur fights, and I wanted to
fight as much as possible. I had over 50, a lot
where I'm from. I wanted to have a few pro fights,
see where it would go and show kids that you can
do cool things even though we are geographically
disadvantaged.
I have had such a great time
and met so many great people. Boxing has been an
amazing part of my life. This May its 10 years as
a pro. I can't believe how quick it all has
happened.
How did
you become "The Cannon"?
Early on as an amateur I had stopped a couple of
guys and somebody at an ice arena yelled out "that
guy has a cannon". My brother smiled and said
"Brandon The Cannon", and I kinda ran with it.
How come
you have such incredible support from local fans?
I think it has a lot to do with my family's store.
We get to know so many people. Small communities
love to support anything positive.
I´m thankful and outgoing with all of my
supporters, I think it just grows. It's amazing
how many people reach out, and the hundreds of
people who travel up to 300 miles to see me fight.
And it doesn't matter if I win, they are right
there regardless. I could never have done it
without them. I´m forever grateful.
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