David Stevens

Coach’s name: Augie Sanchez

Club name: East Reading Boxing Club

When did you start boxing and why: I started boxing at age 11 due to behavioral issues in school and streets.

Amateur Record: 60-8

Career Highlights

2-time Junior Olympic Gold Medalist, Silver Gloves Champion, Ringside World Champion, 2017 USA Boxing Youth National Champion, 2018 Emil Jechev Memorial Tournament gold medalist, 2018 Youth Continental Championships gold medalist, 2018 Youth World Championships qualifier

What do you think is your greatest asset in the ring: Heart

If you weren’t boxing, what would you be doing?: Nothing positive.

Who has been your biggest inspiration and why: Mike Tyson because he was from the streets and lost as a child and found himself. Although he fell off you can't erase all of his accomplishments.

What motivates you the most: Mike Tyson

What are five things most people don’t know about you: I came up in foster homes and don’t like being bossed around/told what to do. Boxing changed that.

National Titles Won: 2-time Junior Olympic Gold Medalist, Silver Gloves Champion, Ringside World Champion