Dec 2011 09

Julie Williams
CDCR- San Quentin (Mental Health Crisis Housing)
Nickname:  “J-Cat”
Fighting Weight:  145-150
 

1. When did you start boxing?  2009

2. Who or what got you started in boxing?  Paul Bettencourt needed a last minute fighter so I said I’d do it. Boxing is something I’d always wanted to try,but never thought I’d actually compete.

3. Toughest opponent or sparring partner?  Each of my 3 fights have been tough and brought new challenges. My sparring partners vary often which keeps me on my toes!

4. Who is your favorite boxer?  Mike Tyson

5. What was your first job?  Digging ditches for a landscape company in high school

6. Fight entrance music?  I have some high school kids rock band putting something together…..trying, that is…

7. Most memorable athletic achievement?  I have been fortunate to play with many talented athletes/teams over the years…It’s all been amazing. Colorado Silver Bullets Baseball, WPF football, D1 college softball and womens open national champion softball…..and now boxing, well, I can’t just pick one.

8. When did you start your career in public safety?  2007

9. What would people be surprised to know about you?  I absolutely cannot stand BLIMPS!

10. What do you like to do when not training or working?  Ride motorcycles and be with friends and family.

11. Favorite movie or TV show?  Love me some Fight Club!

12. Military? None for me. However, my brother served in the Army, 82nd Airborne and my dad is a retired Vietnam veteran!