Decorated former U.S. amateur Nathan Lugo signs for Queensberry

Nathan Lugo, the former U.S. amateur standout, has signed a promotional agreement with Frank Warren and Queensberry.

Lugo made his debut in April, stopping Robert Lartigue in just 93 seconds in Atlanta – flooring him twice. 

The 19 year old, known as “Brickbuster” and who is managed by David McWater, scored more than 40 stoppages in the amateurs and had a reported record of 223-19.

Lugo became National Amateur champion on 23 occasions, capturing multiple international gold medals. In 2022, by winning the Elite National title, he became the youngest ever fighter to qualify for Olympic trials.

“I feel very honored coming straight out of the amateurs and immediately stepping into a powerhouse promotional company such as Queensberry,” Lugo said. “It has a very rich and amazing history within the sport and promotes the careers of today’s best boxers. I know with their guidance and leadership I will make history.”

Lugo is coached by his father Mike, who added: “To have Nathan under the Queensberry banner and representing his family is an absolute honor. One that very few will ever get to have. Trust that we will make them proud. With the types of high-end platforms and opportunities Queensberry provides boxers within their stable, it is only a matter of time before the name Lugo is known around the world.”

McWater said of Queensberry: “Their ability to recognise and guide the top tier boxers is well documented over the course of several decades. Today, Queensberry is second to none with regards to strength within the sport. I couldn’t be happier they are bringing Nathan aboard.”

Warren said he was looking forward to his new signing’s rise in the sport.

“In Nathan we have clearly got a serious talent on our hands, as evidenced by his amateur pedigree,” he said. “This signing, albeit one from the USA, follows in a familiar and successful pattern for Queensberry. Taking a top young fighter, almost from scratch, and hopefully guiding him correctly towards significant title triumphs.”