Tony grew up in a tough environment in the Dallas, Texas, suburb of Pleasant Grove. He was raised by a single father and supported by his aunts. He faced early struggles in school, often feeling overlooked and underestimated. But everything began to change when he transferred to Plano West High School, where he found a new environment, positive influences, and a sense of purpose. He rose to become Senior Class President and Homecoming King, proving that a new mindset can change everything.
After high school, he began to train as an amateur fighter. At age twenty, he made the USA National Boxing Team before turning pro. He built a 13-1-1 record, trained with Hall of Fame coaches, and earned the Texas Super Middleweight title. Ranked among the top fifteen fighters in the nation, his career was cut short by a detached retina.
Bouncing back from his injury, he started training other fighters and promoting matches. He surrounded himself with other entrepreneurs and business advisers. He soon owned his own gym - TMACK ELITE TRAINING - where he even trained some of the Dallas Cowboys NFL defensive linebackers!
In his own voice, Tony describes his journey of resilience, transformation, and relentless determination.