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Freddie Roach


Full Name and Common Aliases


Freddie Roach is a renowned Irish-American boxing trainer and former professional boxer.

Birth and Death Dates


Born on March 5, 1960, in Dublin, Ireland. Currently active in the sport industry.

Nationality and Profession(s)


Irish-American; Professional Boxer, Boxing Trainer

Early Life and Background


Growing up in a family of modest means, Roach's early life was marked by hardship. He developed a passion for boxing at a young age, influenced by his father, who was also an avid boxer. Roach began training in the sport as a child, eventually moving to the United States to pursue a career as a professional boxer.

Major Accomplishments


Roach had a respectable amateur record before transitioning to the professional ranks, where he compiled a record of 27-3 with 10 knockouts. Although his boxing career was cut short due to injuries, Roach's greatest success came after retiring from competition. He went on to establish himself as one of the most successful boxing trainers in history.

Notable Works or Actions


Roach has trained an impressive array of world-class boxers, including:

Manny Pacquiao, the only eight-division world champion in history.
Bernard Hopkins, who held multiple titles across four weight classes.
* Mike Tyson, one of the most feared fighters of his generation.

Impact and Legacy


Freddie Roach's impact on the sport of boxing extends far beyond his own accomplishments as a fighter. His innovative training methods and relentless drive have earned him a reputation as one of the greatest trainers in the history of the sport. Under Roach's guidance, numerous boxers have achieved unprecedented success, cementing their places in the pantheon of boxing greats.

Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered


Roach's influence on modern boxing cannot be overstated. His ability to adapt and innovate has made him a sought-after trainer for top fighters from around the world. Moreover, his dedication to the sport and its athletes has earned him widespread respect within the boxing community.

Freddie Roach's legacy as a trainer continues to grow with each passing year. As a testament to his enduring impact on the sport, he remains one of the most quoted and respected figures in contemporary boxing. His commitment to excellence, both in and out of the ring, has left an indelible mark on the world of professional boxing.

Quotes by Freddie Roach

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And Manny was supposed to have a big suite, but Murad took the big suite for himself and put Manny in a one-bedroom suite that Manny had to share with eight other people. And he didn't get his tickets (for family and friends) for the fight.
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Mayweather likes to say he is better than Sugar Ray Robinson, but I think it is more important for him to keep the zero on his record than it is to fight Manny. We hope the opportunity comes for a fight with Mayweather, but Manny is going to continue to fight, even if it means moving up in weight to go after nine titles.
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I know when I first started working with Manny that he was something special. But eight world titles? No one could have expected that.
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It means the most when your team always supports you.
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In the last fight, the game plan went out the window,
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After this fight we'll take a week off and then we'll be straight back into Morales mode,
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I want him working more on his technique and not just going out there and putting a show on for the fans that come and watch him train.
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It was a close fight with a lot of close rounds, ... Morales landed the bigger punches but Manny landed more combinations.
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It was nice having them in the gym, but ... Manny was performing for them more than for me. I wanted him working on technique and so forth. ... They've respected it. They realize it's for his benefit and they want Manny to win.
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It's good because it gets him back in the gym, back into the mode of training for a big fight. ... Get him out of the pool hall a little bit.
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