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05/30/2005 Archived Entry: "Amateur Stand-out Aaron Williams Inks Deal with Warehouse Boxing & Jesse Reid!"
Amateur Stand-out Aaron Williams Inks Deal with Warehouse Boxing & Jesse Reid!
Amateur sensation Aaron Williams has signed a management deal with Warehouse Boxing Club, LLC. Additionally, Hall of Fame trainer Jesse Reid signed-on as William's trainer.
Williams, 1-0 with 1 KO as a pro has an amateur background that belies his 19 years. Williams began boxing as a grade-schooler in Cleveland, Ohio spending 3-years under the tutelage of Emanuel Steward.
The 19 year-old Williams accumulated a host of amateur accolades, including; 4-time National Silver Gloves Champion, 2-time National PAL Champion, 2-time National Jr. Olympic Champion and 2004 Olympic Trials Bronze Medalist. Born and raised in Cleveland , Ohio, Williams accumulated a 90-8 record as an amateur.
World class trainer Jesse Reid is high on his new charge, "Aaron is going to be a force to be reckoned with as a Cruiserweight. At only 19, he will grow into a good-sized Heavyweight." Williams spent the past week working with former heavyweight champion Hassim Rahman.
"We are very pleased to be working with Aaron", said Pat Doljanin of Warehouse Boxing. "He is a class act and I am sure he will replicate his success in the pro ranks." Co-manager Albert Falcon echoed Doljanin's Sentiments. "At only 19, Aaron demonstrates a lot of maturity. Under Jesse's (Reid's) guidance, we are expecting big things from Aaron."
Co-managers Dan Barnett and Scott Borre shared in the enthusiasm. "We are proud and to be representing Aaron. With Jesse Reid as a trainer, we know Aaron will develop into an excellent boxer."
