Larry Byrd
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| Larry Byrd | |
| Statistics | |
|---|---|
| Real name | Lawrence Byrd |
| Nickname(s) | TNT |
| Rated at | welterweight |
| Nationality | American |
| Birth date | unknown |
| Birth place | Miami, Florida |
| Stance | orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 26 |
| Wins | 20 |
| Wins by KO | 16 |
| Losses | 0 |
| No contests | 0 |
Larry Byrd was an amateur boxer from Miami, Florida, who turned professional, and scored an impressive knockout streak.
[edit] Amateur Highlights
Byrd knocked out Sherman Bergman in 33 seconds of the first round in the 147 pound Open Division at the South Florida Regional Golden Gloves Boxing Tournament at the Elizabeth Virrick Gym in Coconut Grove, Florida in February 1981. Byrd reportedly compiled a 50-7 (35 knockouts) amateur record.
[edit] Professional Boxing Career
Byrd scored 16 knockouts in 20 victories. At one point he put together a knockout streak of 12 straight.
[edit] References
- www.boxrec.com
- Miami Herald, Feb.??,1981, Sports: HICKS IS A KNOCKOUT IN GOLD GLOVES CARD.
