Sean Monaghan

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

Sean Monaghan
Statistics
Real nameSean Monaghan
Nickname(s)Seanie
Weight(s)Light-heavyweight
Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Reach72.5 in (184 cm)
NationalityAmerican
Born (1981-05-21) May 21, 1981
Long Beach, New York, U.S.
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights32
Wins29
Wins by KO17
Losses3
Draws0
No contests0

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]

Pro career

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

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 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]

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]

Professional boxing record
Professional record summary
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 Callum Johnson TKO 3 (10), 0:23 9 Mar 2019 Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York, U.S.
31 Loss 29–2 Sullivan Barrera UD 10 3 Nov 2018 Aviator Sports Complex, New York City, New York, U.S.
30 Win 29–1 Evert Bravo UD 8 4 Nov 2017 Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S.
29 Loss 28–1 Marcus Browne TKO 2 (10), 0:40 15 Jul 2017 Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, New York, U.S.
28 Win 28–0 Fernando Castañeda UD 10 10 Dec 2016 CenturyLink Center, Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.
27 Win 27–0 Janne Forsman TKO 5 (10), 1:34 27 Feb 2016 The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
26 Win 26–0 Donovan George UD 10 16 Oct 2015 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 Fulgencio Zúñiga TKO 9 (10), 2:10 13 Jun 2015 The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
24 Win 24–0 Cleiton Conceição UD 10 8 May 2015 Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
23 Win 23–0 Daniel Regi TKO 3 (10), 2:52 13 Dec 2014 Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
22 Win 22–0 Elvir Muriqi UD 10 14 Jun 2014 Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
21 Win 21–0 Joe McCreedy TKO 5 (10), 2:25 12 Apr 2014 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
20 Win 20–0 Matt Vanda TKO 1 (10), 2:51 25 Jan 2014 The Theater at Madsion Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
19 Win 19–0 Anthony Caputo Smith TKO 3 (10), 2:39 12 Oct 2013 Thomas & Mack Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
18 Win 18–0 Dion Stanley TKO 1 (8), 1:51 13 Apr 2013 Radio City Music Hall, New York City, New York, U.S.
17 Win 17–0 Roger Cantrell UD 8 19 Jan 2013 The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
16 Win 16–0 Rayco Saunders UD 10 24 Oct 2012 Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S. Retained WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
15 Win 15–0 George Armenta TKO 3 (10), 2:25 2 Aug 2012 Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S.
14 Win 14–0 Romaro Johnson TKO 8 (10), 2:30 14 Jun 2012 Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S. Won vacant WBC Continental Americas light-heavyweight title
13 Win 13–0 Eric Watkins UD 6 17 Mar 2012 The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
12 Win 12–0 Billy Bailey UD 8 21 Jan 2012 Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S.
11 Win 11–0 Santos Martinez KO 2 (4), 2:56 3 Dec 2011 Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
10 Win 10–0 Anthony Pietrantonio TKO 5 (6), 2:51 22 Oct 2011 The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
9 Win 9–0 Kentrell Claiborne TKO 4 (6), 0:54 1 Oct 2011 Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
8 Win 8–0 Brian Bernard KO 1 (4), 1:29 30 Jul 2011 Aviator Sports Complex, New York City, New York, U.S.
7 Win 7–0 Michael Glenn UD 4 29 Mar 2011 BB King Blues Club & Grill, New York City, New York, U.S.
6 Win 6–0 Billy Cunningham UD 4 12 Mar 2011 Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, Connecticut, U.S.
5 Win 5–0 Angel Gonzalez TKO 3 (4) 9 Feb 2011 BB King Blues Club & Grill, New York City, New York, U.S.
4 Win 4–0 Nick Whiting TKO 2 (4), 1:38 22 Oct 2010 Capitale, New York City, New York, U.S.
3 Win 3–0 Borngod Washington MD 4 6 Oct 2010 BB King Blues Club & Grill, New York City, New York, U.S.
2 Win 2–0 Dennis Penelton KO 1 (4), 1:19 17 Jul 2010 Tropicana Casino & Resort, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
1 Win 1–0 Simeon Trigueno TKO 1 (4), 3:00 21 May 2010 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. New York Irish Arts
  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. http://www.toprank.com/news/boxing-promotions-seanie-monaghan-signing
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