Mikkel LesPierre was born on March 5,1985 and is an American professional boxer who challenged for the WBO light welterweight title in 2019.
17 Facts About Mikkel LesPierre
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Mikkel LesPierre was raised in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York.
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Mikkel LesPierre used to spend his time on the streets and picked up bad habits that led to poor academic performance and irregular attendance.
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Mikkel LesPierre was introduced to boxing by his friend's father, but LesPierre did not take it seriously.
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Mikkel LesPierre then entered college, and finally, at the age of 19, he took up boxing.
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Mikkel LesPierre dropped out of college and directed his efforts to develop boxing skills.
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Mikkel LesPierre has been working as a full-time data specialist in the ENT department at Mt.
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Mikkel LesPierre completes his eight-hour shift and then heads to the Gleason's Gym.
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Mikkel LesPierre helped in setting up equipment, preparing ICUs, and provided medical supplies.
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Mikkel LesPierre appeared in 49 fights as an amateur, with 36 wins and 13 losses.
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Mikkel LesPierre won open class titles in the Metros and Empire State Games as an amateur fighter.
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Mikkel LesPierre was able to make it to the finals of the New York Golden Gloves in 2011.
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Mikkel LesPierre's second fight as a pro was against Cornelius Whitlock, which resulted in a tie.
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Mikkel LesPierre won the 10-round boxing match, and it gave his career a boost.
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On March 9,2019, Mikkel LesPierre lost by decision to WBO light welterweight titleholder, Maurice Hooker, in Verona, New York.
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Mikkel LesPierre won the vacant WBC FECARBOX light welterweight title on December 12,2017, when he defeated Mario Beltre.
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Mikkel LesPierre received the Heroes for Humanity Award by WBC on May 15,2020.