Lisa Kuronya
Weight Class: Middleweight/152 lb/69 kg
Height: 5-11
Coach's Name: Bob Russo
Club Name: Portland Boxing Club
Began Boxing: 2001
Occupation: Project Manager-Environmental Scientist
Career Highlight: Representing the United States at the 2006 Women's World Championships in New Delhi, India.
Who has been your biggest influence and why: My coach. He contributes so much to his athletes and has a true passion for the sport.
How did you get involved in boxing: For fitness
What is your greatest strength in the ring: Reach advantage
Did you ever play any other sports: Track, volleyball, mountaineering
What do you love most about boxing: Many dimensions of the sport. To be a champion, you have to master all of them.
What are your goals in and out of the ring: Promote equal rights for all people in sports and every day life
What is your favorite TV show: Sex and the City
What are your hobbies outside of boxing: Coaching/teaching boxing, running, mountain biking, hiking
What is something interesting about you that most people don't know: I'm an animal rights advocate and promote/teach environmentally friendly practices and living.
