U.S. Olympic Athletes

Sonya Lamonakis

Weight Class:  Super Heavyweight/178+lb/81+kg
Height:  5-7
Coach's Name:  Lenox Blackmore
Club Name:  Gleason's Gym
Began Boxing:  2002
Occupation:  6th Grade Teacher
Career Highlight:  4-time NYC Golden Gloves Champion
Who has been your biggest influence and why:  Family support and love, Rocky Marciano (short heavyweight)
How did you get involved in boxing:  After college I wanted something competitive.
What is your greatest strength in the ring:  Endurance and left hook
Did you ever play any other sports:  Field hockey and softball
What do you love most about boxing:  Individual in the ring.  It takes heart.
What are your goals in and out of the ring:  Always give 100% with all I do.
What is your favorite TV show:  History Channel
What are your hobbies outside of boxing:  Getting educated, mountain biking, traveling, teaching
What is something interesting about you that most people don't know:  I was born on a small island in Greece.