Growing up poor, I didn't even have a lunch to take to school.

I wanted the world to know where I was from. I wanted to say to the world, "We gotcha." America gotcha.

I hope to have one more boxing match at the age of 55. Given that demographic at the age of 55 to 65, you've got to make a statement with your life. Otherwise, you are just existing.

I always carried a small American flag red white and blue with me so people would know I was from America.

Don't try to reinvent the wheel. Just learn from the guys who have already done it well. You need a mentor, a seasoned coach who is willing to share his wisdom and experience with you. Ask someone who has already been successful to guide you.

A hero is someone right who doesn't change.

After you work out, you have your dog with you. There's no better companion. You've got to have a friend. I didn't like opponents who had dogs with them. Because you know they had a little edge. They have a friend