Scottish Boxing Star Sam Hickey Signs with BOXXER, Aims for World Title Glory
Sam Hickey, a name synonymous with promise and potential in the world of Scottish boxing, has taken a significant step forward in his career by signing a long-term deal with the renowned boxing promotion company, BOXXER. This move marks a pivotal moment for the 24-year-old middleweight, who is determined to bring world championship titles back to his homeland.
Hickey’s journey to the professional ranks has been nothing short of impressive. He captured gold at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and added a bronze medal from the 2022 European Championships to his growing list of achievements. This remarkable feat made him the first Scottish athlete in 16 years to claim a senior European medal, highlighting his exceptional talent and dedication.
The Dundee native, who will be guided by the experienced coach and manager Robert McCracken, showcased his prowess in his professional debut last month, delivering a dominant points victory over John Henry Mosquera at BOXXER’s High Voltage fight night in London.
Hickey’s enthusiasm for this new chapter in his career is palpable. “I’m delighted to have signed with BOXXER,” he said, brimming with excitement. “It’s a fantastic opportunity for me. Sky Sports are one of the biggest broadcasters in the world, and to box on their platform under the BOXXER banner is going to be great exposure for me and for people who want to follow my journey.”
Looking to the future, Hickey draws inspiration from fellow Team GB boxers like Lauren Price and Joshua Buatsi, who have thrived under the BOXXER umbrella. “The job BOXXER has done with them is great, and I’d like to follow in their footsteps,” he stated. “I want to go all the way to become a world champion while representing Scottish and British boxing. I’d like to follow in the footsteps of great Scottish boxers like Ken Buchanan or in more recent times Scott Harrison, Ricky Burns, and Josh Taylor. I want to bring world titles and massive fights back to Scotland.”
BOXXER’s founder and CEO, Ben Shalom, echoed this sentiment, expressing immense confidence in Hickey’s abilities. “We’re delighted to have secured Sam’s signature. Sam has a very bright future ahead of him, and with the backing of BOXXER and Sky Sports, he can go all the way!”
With this new partnership, Hickey will now fight exclusively on Sky Sports, joining a roster of world-class fighters, including world champions, Olympic medalists, and undefeated contenders. This star-studded lineup includes names like Chris Billam-Smith, Chris Eubank Jr, Joshua Buatsi, Natasha Jonas, Lauren Price, Ben Whittaker, Caroline Dubois, Adam Azim, Frazer Clarke, Viddal Riley, Callum Simpson, and Karriss Artingstall.
As Hickey embarks on this exciting new chapter, the boxing world eagerly awaits his next steps. With the unwavering support of BOXXER, Sky Sports, and his dedicated team, Hickey is poised to make a lasting impact on the sport and inspire a new generation of Scottish boxers. His journey to becoming a world champion has just begun, and the stage is set for him to etch his name in the annals of boxing history.
