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Erick Vega |
| Sex
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Male |
| Nationality
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U.S. |
| Federal ID
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AZ072740 |
| Hometown
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Phoenix, AZ |
| Division
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Cruiserweight |
| Date of
Birth |
1979-04-01 |
| W 8 (6 KO's) | L
2
| D 1 | Total 11 |
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Vega always knew that he wanted to be a boxer, and even as a young boy, he was prepared to overcome obstacles to ensure that his dream became a reality. His mother would not allow him to box when he was young so he studied fighting tactics by watching every match he could on television. He finally persuaded her to allow him to wrestle and box in high school, and that’s when his career truly began. Vega’s first amateur fight came in March of 2001 and he turned pro in 2006. He’s a well-rounded, smart fighter, and he has incredible punching strength. He participated in the Olympic trials in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, but narrowly missed the Olympic squad. The defeat didn’t disappoint Vega, however; instead, it inspired him to rise to the self-imposed challenge of becoming a world champion. His nickname is “Dynamite” because of his explosive personality and fighting style. He is thrilled to be on the show because he believes it will provide great exposure for his career.
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