Bob Santos (boxing trainer) explained

Bob Santos
Birth Name:Robert Allen Santos
Birth Place:San Jose, California
Known For:Boxing trainer, manager, cutman
Relatives:Luis Molina (cousin)
Awards:2022 Trainer of the Year

Robert "Bob" Santos is an American boxing trainer,[1] manager,[2] and cutman. He was named Trainer of the Year[3] [4] by both The Ring[5] and Sports Illustrated in 2022,[6] [7] [8] and is a well-known member of the boxing community.[9]

Early life and education

Santos was originally from San Jose, California,[10] where he graduated from San José High School at 17. His connection to boxing came through his family, especially through his maternal cousin, Luis Molina, who competed as a lightweight in the 1956 Summer Olympics.[11]

Career

Santos started working in construction after graduating high school, and in his early 20s became involved in coaching with featherweight titlist Héctor Lizárraga and trainers Joe Amato and Eddie Devine. Other trainers who influenced him include Joe Goossen, Emanual Steward, Ronnie Shields, Ruben Guerrero, Joe Chávez, and Chuck Bodak.

In 2022, Santos trained Dominican junior lightweight Hector Luis Garcia, who secured upset victories over Chris Colbert[12] in February and Roger Gutierrez in August. He also guided Dominican heavy underdog Alberto Puello[13] to the WBA junior welterweight title and Carlos Adames[14] to an interim middleweight belt. Additionally, Santos worked with multi-division titleholder Robert "The Ghost" Guerrero and junior middleweight/middleweight veteran Erislandy Lara.

Santos has worked with notable names, including Joel Casamayor, David Morrell Jr.,[15] Mario Barrios,[16] [17] Rances Barthelemy, Tomoki Kameda, Livingstone Bramble, Eros Correa, and Jose Celaya. Other boxers he was involved with include top contender Luis Nunez,[18] Cuban Olympian brothers Lenier and Dainier Pero,[19] WBA minimum world champion Erick Rosa,[20] and Amilcar Vidal.

Awards

In 2022, Santos was awarded Trainer of the Year by Ring Magazine and Sports Illustrated. He was also nominated for the Boxing Writers Association of America's 2022 Trainer of the Year.[21] [22]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ketelle . Lukie . 2022-12-20 . 2022 Boxing Trainer Of The Year: Bob Santos . 2024-05-18 . Inside the Ropes Boxing – Your #1 source for boxing news. . en-US.
  2. Web site: Johns . Marquis . 2021-04-29 . Demler "DJ" Zamora III Signs Management Deal With Bob Santos . 2024-05-17 . Big Fight Weekend . en-US.
  3. Web site: Ketelle . Lucas . 2024-03-18 . Trainer Bob Santos Credits Early Experiences, Club Shows for Success . 2024-05-17 . BoxingScene.com . en-us.
  4. Mannix . Chris . 2022-12-30 . Boxing Awards 2022: Best Women's Fighter, Top Trainer and More . 2024-05-17 . Sports Illustrated . en-us.
  5. Web site: Wright . Branson . 2023-03-22 . Stephen 'Breadman' Edwards is training pro boxers his way . 2024-05-17 . Andscape . en-US.
  6. Web site: Mulvaney . Kieran . 2023-03-27 . Santos Praises Benavidez for Plant Win, Hopes Morrell Can Be Next . 2024-05-17 . proboxtv.com . en.
  7. Web site: Resendiz . Johnny . 2023-12-09 . Former reality TV star Albert Ochoa looking to take over boxing . 2024-05-17 . Channel 13 Las Vegas News KTNV . en.
  8. Web site: Bob Santos 2022 Ring Magazine and Sports Illustrated Trainer of the Year . 2024-05-17 . philboxing.com.
  9. Web site: Mishra . Mrinal . 2023-04-22 . Bob Santos Makes an Intriguing Prediction About the Upcoming Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz Showdown . 2024-05-17 . EssentiallySports . en.
  10. Web site: Santoliquito . Joseph . Trainer of the Year . 2024-05-17 . The Ring.
  11. Web site: Santoliquito . Joseph . 2022-11-03 . Bob Santos might be the best trainer you've never heard of . 2024-05-17 . The Ring.
  12. Web site: 2023-01-02 . Hector Garcia Trainer Bob Santos Discusses Gervonta Davis Fight - Latest Boxing News . 2024-05-17 . www.boxing247.com . en-US.
  13. Web site: 2023-02-02 . Back working with Bob Santos in Las Vegas Mario "El Azteca" Barrios promises fireworks for hometown fans when he takes on Jovanie Santiago . 2024-05-17 . britishboxingnews.co.uk . en-US.
  14. Web site: Woods . Michael . 2023-03-16 . Top Trainers Look At Caleb Plant-David Benavidez Fight - NY FIGHTS . 2024-05-17 . nyfights.com . en-US.
  15. Web site: 2023-05-02 . David Morrell Jr's Coach Wants Benavidez, Sees Him As Less Talented - Boxing News 24 . 2024-05-17 . www.boxingnews24.com . en-US.
  16. Web site: Eskdale . Jamie . 2024-04-14 . Mario Barrios' Team Claims They Were Game For "Boots" - Boxing News 24 . 2024-05-17 . www.boxingnews24.com . en-US.
  17. News: Whisler . John . Mario Barrios' trainer blames foe for 'not trying to win' . 2024-05-17 . San Antonio Express-News . en.
  18. Web site: Kelly . Jack . 2023-09-28 . Albert Ochoa signs managerial contract with Team Santos, Eyes pro debut in future . 2024-05-17 . Inside the Ropes Boxing – Your #1 source for boxing news. . en-US.
  19. Web site: 2023-12-22 . Boxing to 'Fear' best heavyweight brothers since the Klitschko's . 2024-05-17 . World Boxing News . en-US.
  20. Web site: 2022-09-08 . Unbeaten Cuban heavyweight contender Lenier Pero to now train under Bob Santos in Las Vegas . 2024-05-17 . BoxeoMundial- La Meca del Boxeo . en-US.
  21. Web site: JSantoliquito . 2023-01-09 . The BWAA Announces Its 2022 Annual Award Winners . 2024-05-17 . boxingwriters . en.
  22. Web site: Magasela . Bongani . 2022-12-22 . South African boxing trainer Colin Nathan nominated for prestigious award . 2024-05-17 . TimesLIVE . en-ZA.

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