Deontay Wilder started boxing in 2005 and within two years he was a favorite to win most fights. Deontay Wilder is a true hometown hero, graduating from Tuscaloosa’s Central High School in 2004. As every good father is, Deontay Wilder put his daughter first. He had dreams of playing football and basketball for The Alabama Crimson Tide, but his daughter who suffers from a spinal condition, made him focus on his boxing career. He attended nearby Shelton State Community College.
Deontay Wilder then went on to become the WBC Heavyweight Champion of the world. His current record, prior to fighting Eric Molina, was 32-0.