"Rising Star Marco Romero Pays Tribute to Boxing Legend Micky Ward as 2024 Draws to a Close"
Marco Romero continues his winning streak as he paves the way for big fights in Kansas, adding another victory to his record while on the road. The super middleweight prospect has been on fire lately, boasting a 4-0 record with 3 knockouts, following a stellar 12-month period where he dominated both the amateur and professional circuits, tallying an impressive 13-0 record.
In his recent bout in Portland, Maine, Romero faced off against Orlando Salgado, swiftly securing the win after just 1 minute and 21 seconds into the first round with a powerful left to the body. Salgado, now at 3-6 with 2 knockouts, fell victim to Romero's undeniable skill at Bobby Russo's Portland Boxing Club show at the Exposition Building on November 9.
Reflecting on his victory, Romero shared, "I've always had that power, especially that left hook to the body. I knew it was over when I hit him with that body shot and he grunted. I've worked a lot on that left hook to the head and body." Drawing inspiration from boxing legend Micky Ward, Romero expressed his admiration for Ward's story portrayed in the movie "The Fighter."
Having recently turned 19, Romero, a former amateur champion, made the strategic decision to transition to the professional realm, propelled by his father Salvador's early encouragement to pursue boxing at the age of seven. Looking ahead, Romero anticipates his next fight in the first quarter of 2025, following a well-deserved break to celebrate the holidays with his family.
Guiding Romero in his boxing journey is the seasoned 77-year-old John Brown, serving as both head trainer and manager, a role he previously held for former heavyweight champion Tommy Morrison. Brown commended Romero's performance in front of a vibrant crowd of 3,000 enthusiastic fans and emphasized the importance of securing challenging sparring partners to further elevate Romero's skills.
As Romero gears up for his next bout, Brown remains confident in the young fighter's potential, underscoring his dedication to continuous improvement and unwavering work ethic. With promising prospects on the horizon, Romero's journey to boxing stardom is just beginning, with each victory bringing him closer to his ultimate goal of competing in high-stakes matches.
