Biography
Rob Calloway “All American Prizefighter” 6’3” 211 lbs. 78” reach
DOB – July 18, 1969
76-12-2 (60 KO's) 90 Professional Bouts.
Time Professional Boxing Champion Heavyweight-
WBE WORLD Champion
WBF WORLD Champion
WBA- PABA Champion
NABC Champion
WBF Intercontinental Champion
Mid-American Heavyweight Title Super-Cruiserweight-
IBA Americas Champion
Cruiserweight- IBA Continental Champion
Light Heavyweight- WAA World Champion
WAA Continental Champion
WAA Canadian-American Champion
Rob Calloway-
MUHAMMED ALI VS GEORGE FOREMAN—1974 this was Rob Calloway’s earliest boxing memory around the age of 5. He and his family lived in Louisville, Ky. At the time and Rob remembers the excitement brought on by The Fight. Rob’s family moved a lot throughout his childhood and he doesn’t remember two years ever in the same home. Rob once attended four different third grades in two different states: Kentucky and Oregon. Rob Calloway has no regrets and feels lesson’s learned have made him a better Father and Husband.
Rob’s family moved back to his place of birth, Hartford, Ky. Prior to his freshman year of high school and Rob would become a standout football and basketball player before graduating in 1987. Rob was recruited to play basketball in Missouri and his high school coach, Steve Winkler, played a significant role in keeping Rob in sports, in school, and even drove him to visit the college he would sign to play basketball for. Rob and Coach Winkler remain friends and keep in touch still today. Rob’s father resides in Oregon. And the two keep in touch on occasion. Rob’s mother, Patricia Goodwine lives in KY As well as his sister, three brothers, and many relatives. Rob’s mom enjoys visiting her oldest son, her daughter-n-law Robin Rae, and especially her two grandbabies Chase and Riley Rae.
Rob’s basketball career lasted only one year before Rob’s love of Boxing lead him to notice a Golden Glove tournament being held in Kansas City. Rob immediately told Robins father he wanted to participate. Jerry “Big Daddy” Redmond helped Rob enter the tournament and Rob would not only win the tournament but be named the ‘most outstanding boxer’ as well. Rob felt his dream of boxing had finally come true. Robin’s Dad however told Rob he would help guide his Boxing career only if he stayed in college and graduated. Rob graduated college in 1991 with a degree in Physical Therapy. He would also go on to win several more Golden Glove titles as well as the ABF six state regionals and fought his way to the semifinals of the Western Olympic Trials in 1992. Rob and Robin were married in the summer of 1991 and the couple recently celebrated their 12 year wedding Anniversary. Rob would turn pro in1992 after the Olympic Trials and his Boxing career is at its peak in the present having recently won his 50th bout and is the current WBF WorldChampion.
Jerry ‘Big Daddy’ Redmond would pass away in the summer of 2000. He was in Rob’s corner every single time Rob entered the ring—He was Rob’s Manager, Cut man, Trainer, and 2nd Father. Now his son Jason Cash Redmond, Rob’s brother-n-law, and three time Golden Glove Champion himself, helps Rob in all Boxing decisions as well as manages The Calloway’s promotional Co. All-American Promotions. And Family Health & Fitness Club TEAM CALLOWAY. Rob and Robin have two children – a son Chase Samuel Calloway (11 years old) and daughter Riley Rae Calloway (9 years old). The couple opened TEAM CALLOWAY FAMILY HEALTH & FITNESS CLUB in 2001 after Rob had worked in Physical Therapy 10 years along with continuing his boxing career. Today you can reach them at the Club where the Calloway’s remain a close family. Robin and Jason’s Mother, Ilene Redmond, work’s at the Club as well. The Calloway’s built a four-level home in 2002 only 1 mile from the Club. The couple remains leaders in their community of nearly 100 thousand, where Rob has received many Citizenship awards as well as keys to the city from surrounding communities. Rob and Robin are the Co-Chairs for the March of Dimes Walk America for the 2nd straight year and remain strong supporters of the St. Joseph School District.
Rob’s fan support from the community is one of the strongest in the country as his home boxing events bring 4000 supporters to cheer on the WBF Heavyweight Champion to victory. Rob has won 6 titles over the years and has fought on major Television networks as ESPN, FOX SPORTS, Pay Per View, SHOWTIME, and twice on the BBC and European TV. His Record is remarkable and speaks for itself with 50 victories and still going!!! But his contribution to his Family, Community, and Christian Lifestyle speaks so much more!! 17 years after arriving in Missouri at the age of 17 with nothing, but dreams The All American Prizefighter will always Remain the Adopted son of The All American City—St. Joseph.