In this impactful and inspiring episode of It’s Sommer Time, host Sommer Hill sits down with professional boxer Nasheed “Sugar Sheed” Smith to talk about more than just what happens in the ring. From training during Ramadan to learning life lessons from coaches like Coach Barry and Tank Davis, Nasheed opens up about faith, discipline, mental health, and legacy.
🥊💬 What You’ll Hear:
✔️ How boxing kept him out of trouble and gave him purpose
✔️ The emotional toll of canceled fights—and staying patient with the process
✔️ Why the Matrix movie changed his mental game
✔️ Fighting through Ramadan and fasting while training
✔️ Being shaped by strong female influences in his family
✔️ Why faith in Islam and community support keep him grounded
✔️ A goal bigger than belts: becoming one of the greatest to ever do it
✔️ And yes—his thoughts on the Tank vs. Lamont Roach fight drama
This episode is about more than boxing. It's about resilience, identity, and staying centered no matter what punches life throws.
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