Wednesday March 17th, 2009 – Memphis-based Prize Fight Boxing has inked former amateur standout Dominic Wade of Largo, Maryland to a multi-year promotional agreement.  



After three attempts for his pro debut, Wade finally entered the professional ranks in stunning fashion last weekend at the Fitzgerald Casino in Tunica, Mississippi.  Wade’s bout took less than thirty seconds for the middleweight to officially arrive on the scene when he knocked out Chris Davis (3-0, 1 KO) of Atlanta, Georgia.


 


Just 18 years old, Wade had a decorated amateur background as he was a four-time Junior Olympic Champion and fought his way to the 2007 Olympic Boxing Trials.



Wade is trained by Barry Hunter who also shares managerial responsibilities with Dominic’s father, Paul Wade. Hunter has earned his training reputation over the past several years as one of the top trainers in the sport for bringing brothers Anthony and Lamont Peterson as well as Fernando Guerrero to boxing prominence.


 


“I have a winning team; I am confident about my future in boxing and very happy to be a part of the Prize Fight stable.”- Dominic Wade


 


Plans are in motion for Wade's second appearance according to Prize Fight’s Russ Young.



“Dominic came out and performed very well last week. Obviously, he was an instant hit with the fans.   We are very excited about this young man and his ability to establish himself as a force in the middleweight division.  The skill set and power Dominic possesses is extremely rare for any fighter and especially one who is only 18 years old. Dominic is in a world class gym with Barry and our plan is to keep him extremely active in the ring.”


 


Wade is amongst some familiar talent in the Prize Fight stable. One of his main sparring partners is fellow Maryland native Fernando Guerrero and Olympic team alternate Shawn Porter, both of whom he fought during his amateur career and in the 2007 US Olympic Trials.