Robert Hines (boxer)

For the American wildlife artist, see Robert W. Hines. For the American stand-up comedian and actor, see Robert L. Hines.
Robert Hines
Born (1961-03-28) March 28, 1961 (age 63)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Other namesBam Bam
Statistics
Weight(s)Light middleweight
Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Reach73+1⁄2 in (187 cm)
StanceSouthpaw
Boxing record
Total fights30
Wins25
Wins by KO17
Losses3
Draws1
No contests1

Robert Hines (born March 28, 1961, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), was a professional boxer in the light-middleweight division.

Boxing career

Known as "Bam Bam", Hines turned pro in 1981 & compiled a record of 16-0 before losing to fellow Pennsylvanian Ricardo Bryant, via seventh round stoppage.[1] He would rebound from this setback & go on to win the IBF light-middleweight title with a decision win over Matthew Hilton in 1988.[2] He lost the belt in his first defense to Darrin Van Horn. He currently works as a trainer at the James Shuler Boxing Gym in Philadelphia. Rob also works as a trainer at 9Rounds off of City Line Ave.

Professional boxing record

30 fights 25 wins 3 losses
By knockout 17 2
By decision 8 1
Draws 1
No contests 1
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
30 Loss 25–3–1 (1) Brett Lally TKO 4 (12) 25/06/1990 Harrah's Marina Resort, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. For vacant NABF light-middleweight title
29 Win 25–2–1 (1) Salim Muhammad TKO 2 (10) 20/11/1989 Pennsylvania Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
28 Loss 24–2–1 (1) Darrin Van Horn UD 12 (12) 05/02/1989 Trump Castle, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. Lost IBF light-middleweight title
27 Win 24–1–1 (1) Matthew Hilton UD 12 (12) 04/11/1988 Las Vegas Hilton, Winchester, Nevada, U.S. Won IBF light-middleweight title
26 Win 23–1–1 (1) Jose Laercio Bezerra de Lima TKO 3 (8) 16/08/1988 Philadelphia Armory, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
25 Win 22–1–1 (1) Steve Little UD 12 (12) 21/04/1988 Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. Retained USBA light-middleweight title
24 Win 21–1–1 (1) Tony Montgomery TKO 10 (12) 23/10/1987 Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. Won vacant USBA light-middleweight title
23 NC 20–1–1 (1) Donald Bowers NC 2 (10) 18/08/1987 The Blue Horizon, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
22 Win 20–1–1 Anthony Wiley TKO 5 (10) 01/06/1987 Pennsylvania Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
21 Win 19–1–1 Ismael Negron KO 7 (10) 31/03/1987 The Blue Horizon, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
20 Draw 18–1–1 James Green SD 10 (10) 01/07/1985 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
19 Win 18–1 Kevin Howard UD 10 (10) 08/04/1985 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
18 Loss 17–1 Ricardo Bryant TKO 7 (10) 27/06/1984 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
17 Win 17–0 Dennis Fain TKO 2 (10) 30/05/1984 Harrah's Marina Resort, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
16 Win 16–0 Ramon Abeldano TKO 7 (10) 22/01/1984 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
15 Win 15–0 Lanny Edmonds TKO 7 (10) 17/09/1983 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
14 Win 14–0 Jake Torrance UD 8 (8) 14/07/1983 Ice World, Totowa, New Jersey, U.S.
13 Win 13–0 Eddie Campbell TKO 3 (8) 26/05/1983 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
12 Win 12–0 JJ Cottrell UD 8 (8) 19/02/1983 Showboat Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
11 Win 11–0 Richard House KO 2 (8) 13/11/1982 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
10 Win 10–0 Luis Mateo TKO 4 (8) 17/10/1982 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
9 Win 9–0 Tommy May KO 4 (?) 25/09/1982 Great Gorge Resort, McAfee, New Jersey, U.S.
8 Win 8–0 Sammy Rookard TKO 1 (6) 19/07/1982 Bally's Park Place, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
7 Win 7–0 Billy Hodge TKO 1 (6) 24/06/1982 Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
6 Win 6–0 Larry Fleming UD 6 (6) 02/03/1982 Tropicana Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
5 Win 5–0 Teddy White UD 6 (6) 22/12/1981 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
4 Win 4–0 Rocky Balboa KO 1 (4) 07/11/1981 Hacienda, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
3 Win 3–0 Jose Green KO 2 (?) 17/09/1981 Sands Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
2 Win 2–0 Ira Robinson TKO 2 (4) 30/07/1981 Martin Luther King Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
1 Win 1–0 Ira Robinson PTS 4 (4) 08/03/1981 Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.

See also

References

  1. ^ "Ricardo Bryant sent Robert Hines to his first loss..." United Press International. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  2. ^ "HEARNS WINS UNPOPULAR SPLIT DECISION". The Washington Post. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
Sporting positions
Regional boxing titles
Vacant
Title last held by
Donald Curry 		USBA light-middleweight champion
October 23, 1987 – November 4, 1988
Won world title 		Vacant
Title next held by
Art Serwano
World boxing titles
Preceded by IBF light-middleweight champion
November 4, 1988 – February 5, 1989 		Succeeded by