Sean Monaghan
Born
Sean Monaghan

(1981-05-21) May 21, 1981
Long Beach, New York, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Other namesSeanie
Statistics
Weight(s)Light-heavyweight
Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Reach72.5 in (184 cm)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights32
Wins29
Wins by KO17
Losses3

Sean Monaghan (born May 21, 1981) is an American professional boxer of Irish descent competing in the light-heavyweight division.

Background

Before he was a professional boxer, he had a job as a bricklayer.[1] His parents are from County Meath, Ireland.[2]

Amateur career

Monaghan had about 15 amateur fights.

Before deciding to join the pro ranks, Monaghan competed in the 2009 New York Golden Gloves competition, losing at the final on points to Joe Smith Jr., at Madison Square Garden.[3]

Professional career

Monaghan vs. Trigueno

Monaghan made his professional debut in his hometown. He faced Simeon Trigueno. A body shot sent Trigueno down to a knee for an eight count. He beat the count but was dropped again by a straight right hand to the head and was saved by the bell to end the round. The ringside doctor put an end to the bout citing an injury. Monaghan was credited with a first-round TKO.[4]

Monaghan vs. Pietrantonio

Monaghan scored a fifth-round TKO over Anthony Pietrantonio in the Garden's WaMu Theatre on October 22, 2011.[5]

Monaghan vs. Johnson

On June 14 in front of a capacity crowd at NY's Roseland Ballroom, Monaghan became the new WBC Continental Americas Light Heavyweight Champion with an 8th-round TKO over Romaro Johnson[6]

Monaghan has been working on sharpening his technique with greater emphasis on speed, head movement and combination work as opposed to merely looking to land the devastating kill shot, although he still possesses a keen ability to score knockouts.[7]

Monaghan vs. Cantrell

Monaghan appeared on the undercard of the WBO featherweight championship fight between Orlando Salido and challenger Mikey Garcia at Madison Square Garden Theater on January 19, 2013, where he defeated Roger Cantrell by unanimous decision in an eight-round fight.[8]

Monaghan vs. Stanley

On the April 13th Donaire-Rigondeaux undercard at The Radio City Music Hall Monaghan scored a first-round knockout of journeyman Dion Stanley (overhand right). This knockout propelled his career - convincing Top Rank Boxing's Bob Arum to sign the popular fighter.[9]

Monaghan vs. Barrera

Monaghan was defeated by Sullivan Barrera via unanimous decision in their 10-round contest on 3 November 2018. The scorecards were announced as 99–91, 99–91, 98–92 in favor of Barrera.[10]

Monaghan vs. Johnson

In his next bout, Monaghan faced Callum Johnson, ranked #15 by the IBF at light heavyweight. Johnson beat Monaghan by technical knockout in the 3rd round.[11]

Professional boxing record

32 fights 29 wins 3 losses
By knockout 17 2
By decision 12 1
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
32 Loss 29–3 United Kingdom Callum Johnson TKO 3 (10), 0:23 9 Mar 2019 United States Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York, U.S.
31 Loss 29–2 Cuba Sullivan Barrera UD 10 3 Nov 2018 United States Aviator Sports Complex, New York City, New York, U.S.
30 Win 29–1 Colombia Evert Bravo UD 8 4 Nov 2017 United States Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S.
29 Loss 28–1 United States Marcus Browne TKO 2 (10), 0:40 15 Jul 2017 United States Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, New York, U.S.
28 Win 28–0 Mexico Fernando Castañeda UD 10 10 Dec 2016 United States CenturyLink Center, Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.
27 Win 27–0 Finland Janne Forsman TKO 5 (10), 1:34 27 Feb 2016 United States The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
26 Win 26–0 United States Donovan George UD 10 16 Oct 2015 United States Aviator Sports Complex, New York City, New York, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight;
Won vacant WBO NABO light-heavyweight title
25 Win 25–0 Colombia Fulgencio Zúñiga TKO 9 (10), 2:10 13 Jun 2015 United States The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
24 Win 24–0 Brazil Cleiton Conceição UD 10 8 May 2015 United States Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
23 Win 23–0 Hungary Daniel Regi TKO 3 (10), 2:52 13 Dec 2014 United States Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
22 Win 22–0 Albania Elvir Muriqi UD 10 14 Jun 2014 United States Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
21 Win 21–0 United States Joe McCreedy TKO 5 (10), 2:25 12 Apr 2014 United States MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
20 Win 20–0 United States Matt Vanda TKO 1 (10), 2:51 25 Jan 2014 United States The Theater at Madsion Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
19 Win 19–0 United States Anthony Caputo Smith TKO 3 (10), 2:39 12 Oct 2013 United States Thomas & Mack Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
18 Win 18–0 United States Dion Stanley TKO 1 (8), 1:51 13 Apr 2013 United States Radio City Music Hall, New York City, New York, U.S.
17 Win 17–0 United States Roger Cantrell UD 8 19 Jan 2013 United States The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
16 Win 16–0 United States Rayco Saunders UD 10 24 Oct 2012 United States Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
15 Win 15–0 United States George Armenta TKO 3 (10), 2:25 2 Aug 2012 United States Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S.
14 Win 14–0 United States Romaro Johnson TKO 8 (10), 2:30 14 Jun 2012 United States Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S. Won vacant WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
13 Win 13–0 United States Eric Watkins UD 6 17 Mar 2012 United States The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
12 Win 12–0 United States Billy Bailey UD 8 21 Jan 2012 United States Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S.
11 Win 11–0 United States Santos Martinez KO 2 (4), 2:56 3 Dec 2011 United States Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
10 Win 10–0 United States Anthony Pietrantonio TKO 5 (6), 2:51 22 Oct 2011 United States The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
9 Win 9–0 United States Kentrell Claiborne TKO 4 (6), 0:54 1 Oct 2011 United States Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
8 Win 8–0 United States Brian Bernard KO 1 (4), 1:29 30 Jul 2011 United States Aviator Sports Complex, New York City, New York, U.S.
7 Win 7–0 United States Michael Glenn UD 4 29 Mar 2011 United States BB King Blues Club & Grill, New York City, New York, U.S.
6 Win 6–0 United States Billy Cunningham UD 4 12 Mar 2011 United States Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, Connecticut, U.S.
5 Win 5–0 United States Angel Gonzalez TKO 3 (4) 9 Feb 2011 United States BB King Blues Club & Grill, New York City, New York, U.S.
4 Win 4–0 United States Nick Whiting TKO 2 (4), 1:38 22 Oct 2010 United States Capitale, New York City, New York, U.S.
3 Win 3–0 United States Borngod Washington MD 4 6 Oct 2010 United States BB King Blues Club & Grill, New York City, New York, U.S.
2 Win 2–0 United States Dennis Penelton KO 1 (4), 1:19 17 Jul 2010 United States Tropicana Casino & Resort, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
1 Win 1–0 United States Simeon Trigueno TKO 1 (4), 3:00 21 May 2010 United States Capitale, New York City, New York, U.S.

References

  1. ↑ Abramson, Mitch (28 January 2009). "Sean Monaghan cements Golden Gloves win on opening night". NY Daily News. Retrieved 26 November 2011.
  2. ↑ "John Kearns on "Irish" Seanie Monaghan". 2018-11-01. Archived from the original on 2018-11-01. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
  3. ↑ "New York Daily News Golden Gloves Champions RESULTS". boxrec.com. Retrieved 17 June 2019.
  4. ↑ Paloka, Arben (21 May 2010). "Briggs smashes Alexander in less than a minute". 15 Rounds. Retrieved 26 November 2011.
  5. ↑ Mwamba, Jay (16 November 2011). "Monaghan set for MSG return on Dec. 3". Retrieved 26 November 2011.
  6. ↑ Boxing 101,"The Magic of Broadway Boxing is Not Necessarily In The Ring", June 15, 2012
  7. ↑ Boxing 101, "Irish Seanie Monaghan Is About To Rock, The Long Beach Army Salutes Him" January 16, 2013
  8. ↑ Boxing 101,"Seanie Monaghan Shows Fighting Irish Spirit in Recent Victory", January 23, 2013
  9. ↑ ""Irsh" Seanie Monaghan Signs with Top Rank". www.toprank.com. Archived from the original on 2013-06-09.
  10. ↑ "Barrera vs Monaghan - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
  11. ↑ "Johnson vs Monaghan - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
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