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By Jake Donovan - The previous calendar year was a banner run for the Garcia family, even without Mikey Garcia receiving an expected title shot. Robert Garcia was named Trainer of the Year, while star pupil Nonito Donaire received recognition as Fighter of the Year. Brandon Rios came up aces in his first fight with Mike Alvarado, a war hailed by many as among the year’s best.
This year appeared to be a continuation of the success enjoyed by the Oxnard-based camp. Youngest brother Mikey finally received his long awaited crack at a title, dominating Orlando Salido in a four-knockdown wide decision with this past January.
Garcia enjoyed three knockout wins in 2012 prior to facing Salido (one of which came in replacement capacity once his bout with Salido was delayed from its original November date). His success played a supporting role in his brother receiving Trainer of the Year honors. The title-winning effort in January served as his own time to shine.
“I was shown the star treatment everywhere I went,” Garcia admits, enjoying plenty of time to bask in the glow. “We had a small get together at Robert’s gym, and he opened it up for everyone to attend. That was really nice of my brother to do that. [Click Here To Read More]
This year appeared to be a continuation of the success enjoyed by the Oxnard-based camp. Youngest brother Mikey finally received his long awaited crack at a title, dominating Orlando Salido in a four-knockdown wide decision with this past January.
Garcia enjoyed three knockout wins in 2012 prior to facing Salido (one of which came in replacement capacity once his bout with Salido was delayed from its original November date). His success played a supporting role in his brother receiving Trainer of the Year honors. The title-winning effort in January served as his own time to shine.
“I was shown the star treatment everywhere I went,” Garcia admits, enjoying plenty of time to bask in the glow. “We had a small get together at Robert’s gym, and he opened it up for everyone to attend. That was really nice of my brother to do that. [Click Here To Read More]
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