Archived Q&A with Vicente Escobedo

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  hboboxing

  Thanks to Vicente Escobedo for joining us for today’s Q&A. Welcome Vicente! What or who inspired you to become a boxer?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  My brother Jose Escobedo.

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  RafeWoodley

  What is your training regimen like?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Boxing in the morning, afterwards strength and conditioing. Evening cardio (running, biking, sprints, swimming, hiking, etc)

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  ValentinaMonte

  Of the past years, who are your favorite fighters?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Past years I would have to say Oscar De La Hoya, Roy Jones, Bernard Hopkins, Mayweather. It's quite a few but my favorite has to be Oscar.

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  beckyayay

  What have you focused on most in your training camp in preparation for Adrien?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Being smart. Physically I'm always prepared, I train hard for every fighter. For this it's more mental, keeping my composure and always being smart.

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  ValentinaMonte

  If you could take on any fighter, alive or dead, who would you fight?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  It would be nice to get in the ring with Oscar and Sugar Ray Leonard. Those are two of the big fighter that I've always liked.

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  Kim Warner

  What do you think your biggest weapon in the ring is?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I would say my mind. Just being very confident. When I want something really bad, I never fail. I think my biggest asset in the ring is my mind definitely.

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  LiamRarick

  what advice do you have for young athletes pursuing their dreams of professional sports?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  My advice would be to give 100% on anything you do. Whether it's in sports, planning goals and believe in yourself. If you belivee in yourself and give 100% you can't fail.

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  KFZ001

  What do you think you bring to the table that will offer "The Problem" and trouble?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I think that once he realizes I can take his punches and I'm still in front of him, he's going to have to change his strategy. I honestly believe I'm stronger than him and I can hit with both hands my right and my left. I'm going to bring my strength to the ring and use that to my advantage.

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  Manuel Maturino

  does broner's flamboyant personality motivate you more to win, or do you tune that out?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  It doesn't really matter. I tune it out, it doesn't really do anything to me. It's not the first time I've come across a person like him. It's his personality and that's fine it doesn't bother me. You can say whatever you want but for me I demonstrate all my talking in the ring.

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  beckyayay

  What do you like to do on your spare time when you're not fighting?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I basically love to spend time with my family. I have a daughter that was born during fight week. I like to travel, enjoy life and just be with my family. I'm active all year round.

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  Derek Tutschulte

  Who have been your sparring partners for this fight?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  My sparring partners were Kenny Williams and Xavier Mondalazo.

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  Paul Doherty

  What music pumps you in preparation for upcoming fights?:)

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  All types but I'm kind of an old school kind of person. I like 80s music. As a kid I used to break dance! Anything like Stevie B or something that gets me in the mood to dance and enjoy myself. That's basically what I like to listen to when I work out.

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  Manuel Maturino

  do you feel like its your time to shine now? like if its now or never?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I think so. Now is my time to shine. I feel like I'm beginning to master my craft and you're going to see the best of Vicente Escobedo on Saturday.

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  allanbikerk

  Who has been your toughest opponent?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Toughest opponent was Robert "The Ghost" Guerrero.

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  FredCasen

  What would be your ideal legacy to leave in the ring?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  When it's all said and done I just want to be known as the best out there and the one that always stepped up to the plate.

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  gluckstadt

  In what round do you think you’ll finish Broner?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I don't like to dictate fights. I go with whatever happens. If we go decision, we go decision. If I hurt him and take him out, I take him out. We'll just stick to the game plan and whatever happens, happens.

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  JasonLekson

  If you weren’t boxing, what line of work do you think you’d be in?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  It's quite a few options. Either work for the LAPD or something that requires me to help people. Whether it's a paramedic, some position in a hospital. I'm just a big fan of helping people. Definitely something in that line of work.

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  FredCasen

  Do you have a favorite food you treat yourself to?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  My favorite food actually is Thai food. I love Thai food! I'm a huge fan of dining, it's something I don't get to do a lot but I love all types of food.

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  basketballrene

  What is your most satisfying win?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I would say Delaney Smith, it brought me to this opportunity with Adrien Broner.

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  EmmaRothlen

  do you find it hard to have friendships with other boxers?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Absolutely not, I don't. We're all in the sport. In the ring they're not your friends because you're competing but afterwards you become friends. I have a lot of friends who are fighters.

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  digitmaxr

  How anxious do you get before a fight?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I don't get anxious. I relax, have fun and just enjoy it. If you get too anxious it puts more pressure on a person. If you're relaxed, go in there confident and think about the fight in a relaxed way it'll be ok. I get excited, do what I have to do and just have fun. It's just another day in the office!

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  KFZ001

  The fight is in Cincy. Are you worried at all about the judging?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  No not at all. From the beginning when this fight was presented to me I wasn't worried at all about the judges.

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  Manuel Maturino

  does being a professional boxer prepare you for any obstacles in life? good luck sat, all the fans know u always give it %100 in the ring

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Absolutely. It just taught me to be a hard worker, dedicated, responsible. It taught me a lot. Boxing is not just about going in there and fighting. When I retire it's definitely going to lead me to huge opportunities in another profession.

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  Paul Doherty

  what is your favorite movie?and also your favorite boxing movie?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  My favorite movie, there's so many! I like Fast Times at Ridgemont High. My favorite boxing movie is Muhammad Ali with Will Smith.

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  Okemowd

  What is your Favorite meal before any FIGHT ??

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Chicken, vegetables and some carbs. Pretty simple meal.

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  nicohowe

  Do you still feel comfortable at 130 or are you looking to move up in the future? ps. good luck man I am rooting for you

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I feel comfortable at 130. It's something I've been comfortable at in the last couple fights. I could possible move up to 135 in the future for a World Championship fight but for now I'm comfortable at 130.

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  KFZ001

  How will you cope with Broner's speed?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I'm just going to be smart out there. Timing is everything. Timing and patience is key.

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  JessReppler

  What was it like being in the olympics?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Being in the Olympics was a huge life experience. If I could compete every 4 years for the Olympics, I would do it in a heartbeat. It was a dream come true and an experience that could never be taken away from me. Forever I will be known as an Olympian.

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  KFZ001

  Would you agree that Broner beats up on smaller opponents, and you having fought LW takes away that advantage?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Yeah, I wouldn't say smaller opponents but I would say opponents not at his level. He's been able to dictate the fight. That's not going to happen with me...I'm definitely going to be a bigger fighter and fight on an elite level. I'm not going to be in control.

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  RunRog

  What is your second favorite sport?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Football!

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  digitmaxr

  What do you see in Broner's game that you can exploit?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  It seems like he just goes for that one punch at a time. I'm just going to be smarter then him. When he misses or makes a mistake I'm going to take advantage of it.

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  Eliseo Eli Arriaga

  What does this fight means to you?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  It means everything to me. It's a huge opportunity for me an my family. A win over Broner would change my career and sky rocket it to the top. I do believe I belong there. It's everything I've been working hard for as a professional.

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  Emily Giannusa

  Is there anything different you're planning on doing when preparing for Adrien Broner?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  No just stick to the same training. Mentally I'm going to be in a good state of mind. I'm going into this fight more confident and more knowledgeable than him. My mind is the most powerful asset in the ring and with that said, I'm going to use that to my advantage.

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  Eliseo Eli Arriaga

  Do you think this fight could be the beginning or end of you career?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  I wouldn't say the end but it could definitely be the beginning. A beginning for a bright future for me.

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  JasonLekson

  Could you talk about the most difficult match you've had?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Difficult match, I'd have to say Robert "The Ghost" Guerrero. The side of my head was bothering me, the blood was getting into my eyes and making it very difficult for me to fight and see. I readjusted and had to finish the fight.

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  digitmaxr

  Have you faced anyone like an Adrien Broner before?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Not as fast as Adrien Broner but with a similar style I've had.

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  hboboxing

  That's all the time we have for today's Q&A. A huge thank you to Vicente Escobedo for joining us. Anything else you'd like to say, Vicente?

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  Vicente Escobedo says:

  Tune in to my fight on Saturday. I'm looking forward to bringing that belt back with me. When I win my fans win, thank you!