THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – Friday, January 10, 2020 Page 3 Shayna Foppiano: Everett’s newest boxing sensation Shayna Foppiano (center) was recently recognized by the Everett City Council for her accomplishments as an undefeated professional boxer. (Advocate Photo by Katy Rogers) By Christopher Roberson P lagued by a troubled childhood, Shayna Foppiano was frequently bullied growing up in Everett and often found herself running from her fears — then, six years ago, she found boxing. “Initially, I started boxing for a workout; I immediately fell in love, I was hooked,” she said. “The confi dence it gave me was something I hadn’t felt before. I fi nally felt like I didn’t need to run from anyone and that was very powerful.” Foppiano is coached by Joe Lake, who has also mentored a number of successful boxers, including Micky Ward, Joe Rogan, Dana Rosenblatt and Everett’s own Richie Lamontagne. “Working under Joe Lake has changed my life in so many positive ways,” said Foppiano. “I don’t know where I would be right now if I didn’t meet him. She had to convince Lake to be her coach. “When I told Joe that I wanted to be a fi ghter, he told me that he never trained women and he only trained professional fi ghters,” said Foppiano. However, she vowed to do everything in her power to prove herself. “He agreed but told me that I would need to work harder than I ever have in my life and that we would go straight to professional,” said Foppiano, adding that most boxers must fi rst advance through the amateur ranks. “It took three years, every day in the gym until he felt I was ready to fi nally step into the ring and make my professional debut.” In 2018, Foppiano signed with CES Boxing following her fi rst professional bout. She has since gone undefeated with her next fi ght slated for January 31 against Crystal Byers of Ohio. The event will be held FOPPIANO | SEE PAGE 18 Currently undefeated, professional boxer Shayna Foppiano of Everett next will take on Crystal Byers of Ohio on January 31. The event will be held at the Castleton Banquet and Conference Center in Windham, N.H. (Courtesy Photo) He really turned my life around for the better and helped me become the best version of myself.” 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 www.eight10barandgrille.com Kitchen Hours: Mon-Thurs: 12-10pm Fri-Sat: 12-11pm Sunday: 1pm-10pm $12 LUNCH Menu! Come in & Enjoy our Famous... Choose from 16 Items! Served Monday thru Thursday until 3:30 PM Grilled Rib Eye Steak! Only $22.00 includes Two Sides Every Friday FRESH HADDOCK DINNER Prepared Your Way! Includes two sides Catch the NFL on our 10 TV’s! 505 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Tel: 617-387-1120 www.gkdental.com • Family Dentistry • Crowns • Bridges • Veneers/Lumineers • Dental Implants • All on 4 Dental Implants • Emergency Dentist • Kid Friendly Dentist • Root Canals • Dentures • Invisalign Braces • Snap On Smile • Teeth Whitening We are the smile care experts for your entire family In House Dental Plan for $399 (Cleanings, X-Rays, Exams twice a year and 20% OFF Dental work) Schedule your FREE Consultations today
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