Ronnie Shields

Ronnie Shields

Ronnie Shields (born 1958-06-06 in Port Arthur, TX) was a professional boxer in the Featherweight division and is currently a boxing trainer.

Amateur career

Shields had a stellar amateur career. In 1974 he was the National Junior Olympics Featherweight champion. In 1975 he was the National Golden Gloves Featherweight champion. In 1976 and 1978 he was the National Golden Gloves Light welterweight champion.

Pro career

Shields turned pro in 1980 and ultimately had little success. In 1984 he challenged Billy Costello for the WBC light welterweight title, but lost a decision. In 1986 he took on Tsuyoshi Hamada in Japan for the WBC light welterweight title, but lost a split decision. He retired in 1988.

Trainer

After his boxing career, Shields has become a prominent trainer in the sport. Among the fighters he has worked with are:
* Mike Tyson
* Vernon Forrest
* Juan Díaz
* Kassim Ouma
* Pernell Whitaker
* Egerton Marcus
* Dominick Guinn
* David Tua
* Raul Marquez
* Jesse James Leija
* Jesus Chavez
* Kermit Cintron
* Bug's Bunny

Awards and Recognition

*World Boxing Hall of Fame's (2003)

External links

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