Hometown: Kankakee, IL
Current Residence: Chicago, IL
Sport: Boxing
Pro/Elite since: 2003
Date of Birth: 4/10/87
Favorite fruit: I like a variety
Favorite veggie: potato
Hobbies/Other sports: Playing Chess, reading on health topics.
1. When and why did you choose to stop eating animal products?
It was about last year (2005) when I read a raw food book.
2. What has been your experience as a vegan athlete? Have you
noticed any performance or health benefits or problems?
I noticed that I am never sick like as I used to be. My overall well being is just better
3. Have teammates and other athletes been supportive or critical?
Yes, my trainer is very supportive.
4. A brief history of your athletic career.
My start in boxing was difficult. I lost alot, but I stuck in there and went on to win 3 major tournaments.
5. Most memorable results or achievements.
When I won the chicago golden gloves by KO.
6. Why did you join OA’s PRO-Activist team?
I want to be apart of something that involves people like me. Its like being part of a team of people that has similar lifestyles.
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