U.S. Olympic Athletes

Tiffany Perez

Weight Class:  Featherweight/119 lb/54 kg
Height:  4-11
Coach's Name:  Rick Furnuto
Club Name:  Scottsdale Park
Began Boxing:  2002
Career Highlight:  2005 Junior Olympic National Champion, 2007/2008/2009 Chicago Golden Gloves Champion
Who has been your biggest influence and why:  My brother, Jimmy Perez, Jr.  He works hard for what he has and being my older brother, he has instilled those values in me as well.
How did you get involved in boxing:  My brother, Jimmy Perez, Jr.  He started boxing and I wanted to try it.
What is your greatest strength in the ring:  My heart.
Did you ever play any other sports:  Tae Kwon Do and basketball
What do you love most about boxing:  The competition
What are your goals in and out of the ring:  Make it to the Olympics and then become a pediatric asthma doctor
What are your hobbies outside of boxing:  Being with friends and family.