Focus on: Tommy ‘Hitman’ Hodgson

Promoter Dennis Hobson has promised Northeast fight fans some big nights of boxing after adding star amateur and now 4-0 pro, Tommy ‘Hitman’ Hodgson, to his burgeoning Fight Academy stable. Hodgson, from North Shields, is a huge coup for the Sheffield fight figure with the 25-year-old a much sought-after man after his previous feats in the unpaid code. In an extensive amateur career with more than 70 bouts under his belt; Hodgson is a former Team GB member, a Senior ABA Champion, and also represented England on multiple occasions. Since turning pro in August, the lightweight has already turned heads with some impressive wins and is out again this Saturday (March 19) in his home city at Newcastle’s Hilton Hotel on an evening of boxing that will be topped by popular heavyweight Dave Allen, LIVE on Fightzone. Hobson has been central to the careers of a variety of top fighters, including the likes of former world champions Ricky Hatton and Clinton Woods, and is convinced Tommy is destined for major honors.

“I said after he boxed on our show in Sheffield that it was probably the best debut I’ve seen, and I’ve been in the game for 30 years,” explained Dennis. “This kid excites me, he’s got a bit of everything – spite in his punches, he’s agile, has a great boxing brain, and was a top amateur. He’s also got a big fanbase. We’ve signed a great kid and with our blueprint of maneuvering fighters into titles – Tommy’s a great bet to win something major.

“I’m really looking forward to going to Newcastle because I love the Northeast and the people up there. Tommy will go on to win things and it’ll be great to do it all up in the Northeast. The fans up there have great passion, and I can’t wait to have some special nights. I love the big fight nights; there’s nothing like it and that’s why I’m still in the game. ”Find out more about what makes Tommy tick, below:

First, started boxing? I started boxing when I was 13 years old.

Favourite all-time fighter? My favourite all-time fighter would have to be Ricky Hatton.

What are your strengths and weaknesses as a boxer? My strengths would have to be being a sponge, taking everything in and picking them up quickly.  My weakness is that I’m a perfectionist and want everything to happen overnight.

What’s the hardest thing about being a pro fighter (so far)?  Hardest thing about being a professional fighter is probably speaking in front of a camera, but I’m coming to terms with it and becoming a natural!

What weight do you see yourself winning belts at? I will be winning titles in the lightweight division.

Which current British fighters are impressing you the most? There are a lot of British fighters that are looking very good. I enjoy sparring with Maxi Hughes. I like the look of Connor Benn at the minute; I would say he’s Britain’s most improved fighter. Tyson Fury is a legend in and out of the ring, he’s a class act and the number one heavyweight on the planet. I also like Dalton Smith and Dennis McCann – both top fighters.

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