Widely known for the 2010 feature film “The Fighter” that highlighted his career, Micky Ward is a retired junior welterweight professional boxer from Lowell, MA.  Nicknamed “Irish”, Ward was a three-time New England Golden Gloves champion who turned pro in 1985.  Upon turning pro, Ward won his first 14 fights and then took a brief break from the sport after a rough patch of losses in 1991.  In 1994 he returned, winning 9 straight fights.  His career became highlighted by three straight fights with Canadian Arturo Gatti (the last of his career).  All three fights were epic, with Ward winning 1 of 3.  The first and third fights in the trilogy were both named fight of the year by Ring Magazine.  He finished his career with a record of 38 wins (27 by KO) and 13 losses.

Micky currently resides in Lowell, MA and is active in the community with his foundation, Team Micky Ward Charities.  The foundation provides financial assistance to children and families in need to help improve their everyday quality of life.

“Micky Ward was one of my heroes growing up. Doing what he did against all odds, he’s just a very special individual. Growing up in that neck of the woods and his family being so similar to mine and all the struggles, it’s very inspiring.” – Mark Wahlberg, The Washington Post