William Ward also known as Kid Norfolk (born 1893-07-10 in Belmont, Virginia — died 1968-04-15) was a world heavyweight boxing title contender.
Norfolk moved to Panama as a youngster turned pro in 1914 while working construction on the Panama Canal. Norfolk holds wins over many notable boxers of his day, including Billy Miske, John Lester Johnson, Jack Blackburn, Harry Greb, Tut Jackson, Jamaica Kid, Tiger Flowers and Battling Siki.
Norfolk boxed until 1926 when he retired with an 80-16-2 (31 KOs) record, never having challenged for a world title.
Norfolk died in 1953.
Norfolk was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.