Recently, renowned boxer Shawn Porter was inducted during the 66th induction ceremony and banquet of the Summit County Sports Hall of Fame at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Akron, Ohio. The two-time world champion expressed that this honor means a lot to him. At the same time, he remarked during the induction ceremony that the experience is “surreal.”
Porter, a native of Cleveland, is an example of success in boxing. He graduated from Stow High School and attended Cuyahoga Falls High School. Throughout his career, he compiled an impressive record of 31 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw. Additionally, he achieved 17 knockouts and won welterweight world titles, capturing the IBF title in 2013 and the WBC title in 2018.
During his speech, Shawn Porter highlighted the support from his fans in northeastern Ohio. “I never realized how much it was hitting home,” he stated about his career. “I want to say thank you for this induction”, said Porter.
The boxer also spoke about his efforts to change the perception of fighters. “Boxing is the bad boy of sports,” he indicated. “I’ve done my best to be one of the good guys in the sport.”
Porter emphasized that boxers are more than just “punches, knockouts, and blood.” “We have common sense. We have education. We have goals,” he affirmed. He also underscored the importance of ambition and drive in a boxer’s life.
“I stand up here right now with you guys as a winner,” Porter said. “someone who’s extremely goal-oriented and full of faith” He thanked his parents, who were present at the ceremony. “My mom and my dad over here have really led me to becoming everything that I’ve been both inside of and outside of the ring”
Porter’s induction into the Hall of Fame is a testament to his dedication and passion for boxing. Likewise, the boxer’s legacy will endure among fans and new talents in the sport.
Summit County (Akron, OH) Sports HOF inductee for 2024. Honored to be inducted, especially with this superb athlete Antoine Winfield Sr, as well as the other inductees!! pic.twitter.com/XiRwp5KhV4
— ShowtimeShawn Porter (@ShowtimeShawnP) October 3, 2024
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