Todd Kidd fighting for Australia at the 2006 Commonwealth
Games in Melbourne.
Todd Kidd is one Lad who is not going to
relinquish his crown as reigning Queensland and Australian Champion
without giving his opponent the fight of his life. Todd
blitzed his way through the A.R.A.F.U.R.A & Oceania Games in 2005, to
represent Australia at the 2006 Commonwealth Games and in various international
tournaments.
His position in Australia's
most successful boxing team to date, was a culimnation of sheer determination,
grit and discipline. Yet, despite his Commonwealth campaign being cut short,
Todd's victories against his Indian and Canadian opponents (both international
favourites to win Gold) were achievements he can be proud of.
With
his sponsorship with the B.L.F.Q, Todd is one of the very
few Olympic Style Boxers able to train as a full time athlete. The B.L.F.Q
have been outstanding supporters of Todd Kidd and the Sport of Boxing. With
his sights now firmly set on the 2008 Olympics, the BLF are paving the way
for the possibility of Australia's first Olympic Gold Medal in Boxing.
Todd pictured with The B.L.F.Q Giant, Greg Simcoe.
Todd's intensive
training has given him greater physical and mental strength
and a determination that is showing no signs of stopping. Todd has learnt
the value of preparation and balance over his time with the A.I.S and this
shows. He is a feared competitor and a formidable opponent. Being of such
a young age still, Todd's Coach expects him to peak at just the right time
for the next Olympics.
Todd is an instictual
fighter who uses his boxing smarts, gut instinct and amazing hand speed
to best his opponents. Todd attributes his cool and competent attitude to
his ability to live in the moment and take each step as
it comes.
For seven consecutive years Todd has held court as one of the most talented
amateur fighters that Queensland has ever seen. Winning the prestigious
Aurther Tunstall 2 years in a row is the first for any Australian Boxer.
The award for the best senior boxer is an honour that sits modestly on this
young mans shoulders. His commitment to attaining the highest standards
in the Sport of Boxing has seen him earn much respect and admiration, both
in the ring and outside of it.
Todd pictured with Arthur Tunstall, recieving the award for
Best Senior Boxer in Australia.
Todd's hectic competition
schedule has seen him participate in intensive
training programs designed by his Coach, Richard Ford and Bodo
Andreass, the Head Coach of the Australian Boxing Team. Todd
has travelled extensively across Australia and the world training
and competing.
This
includes a solo jaunt to Poland, where he was taken 'back
to basics' and challenged to greater heights in a country where Boxing is
more than just a sport. For months, Todd was the only English speaking fighter
being trained by the Polish National Coach. It wasn't until the coach's
daughter came back to visit her dad, that he could finally communicate through
her, just how well he was doing, and extend an open invitation to him to
train with his team.
This was a proud and
very relieved moment for Todd, who up until that point, had no idea of his
progess in the eyes of the coach. These were lonely times for Todd, but
the experience helped to mature this humble young champion, and set him
on a learning curve that has seen him grow in confidence and ability.
The Future
After a brief period of rest and recovery, Todd
will continue to train in Brisbane, under his much respected Trainer, Richard
Ford. Todd is kindly sponsored the use of facilities by ATIVA Health &
Fitness.
Many Thamks goes to Matt Cooper at ATIVA Health & Fitness.
Todd is a great advocate for the Sport and
has a maturity beyond his years, both inside the ring and out. He is a true
blue champion and is well on the way to achieving his Gold
Medal Dream.
