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S2 E32 | The Mental Game of Boxing: Stevie Morgan's Path to Championship
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The path to boxing greatness requires a level of sacrifice most people can't comprehend. Lightweight fighter Stevie Morgan (15-2, 13 KOs) pulls no punches discussing what it really takes to succeed in professional boxing's unforgiving world.
Born and raised in Tampa, Morgan's athletic journey began with track and basketball before transitioning to boxing after wandering into a gym and being inspired by a young female fighter. Despite starting at the relatively late age of 28, her natural competitive fire quickly propelled her through the amateur ranks to become #3 in the country before turning professional.
Coach Moniette, her trainer and manager, doesn't sugarcoat the brutal realities of boxing. He made Morgan study for a full year before her second amateur fight, ensuring she understood the sport's dangers—including the approximately 13 fighters who die annually in the ring. This sobering perspective shapes their approach: "You're not just training to win; you're training to kill... and be willing to die."
Women's boxing presents additional challenges beyond the physical demands. Despite training three times daily like their male counterparts, female fighters face dramatic pay disparities, often fighting for free or even paying to compete. As Morgan explains, "That's why every woman fight is hard—we're not doing it for the money." This reality forces many, including Morgan, to balance boxing with entrepreneurial ventures to sustain their careers.
The mental game proves equally demanding. Boxing requires what Morgan calls "selfish winning"—sacrificing relationships, family time, and conventional life experiences to pursue greatness. There are no vacations, no balance, just relentless commitment to the craft. As she prepares for her WBC regional title fight in Colombia on April 26, Morgan's philosophy remains unwavering: "Plan B is to make Plan A work."
Ready to witness true dedication in action? Follow Stevie's journey on Instagram @Stevie_Morgan_Boston and experience what it means to pursue greatness at all costs.
Chapters
1. Meet Lightweight Fighter Stevie Morgan (00:00:00)
2. From Athletics to Boxing Career (00:02:57)
3. Professional Boxing Journey (00:06:21)
4. The Business Side of Boxing (00:13:01)
5. The Mental Game of Fighting (00:24:33)
6. Women in Boxing: Challenges and Opportunities (00:35:22)
7. The Harsh Realities of Boxing (00:48:12)
8. Living the Fighter Lifestyle (01:01:04)
9. Upcoming Fights and Championships (01:09:32)
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