Luis Santana was introduced to boxing at the age of 13 at the Champion’s Boxing Club by his older brother, who sought to keep him on the right path. From there, he built an impressive amateur boxing career.
As a member of Canada’s junior and senior national teams from 2012 to 2019, Santana represented his country on the international stage multiple times, including at the Junior World Championships in Russia in 2016 and the Junior Continental Championships in Costa Rica.
At 22, the Saint-Michel native in Montreal had amassed nearly 100 victories in 120 amateur bouts. As opportunities in the amateur ranks began to dwindle and his readiness to turn professional grew, he signed with Eye of the Tiger in 2020.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, his first three bouts took place in Mexico, but he later earned victories across Quebec, including in Montreal, Quebec City, Shawinigan, and Gatineau.
The year 2024 marked a turning point in Luis Santana’s career. After securing an initial win in March, he returned to the ring in June, delivering a memorable knockout against Guillermo Crocco. In October, he showcased his warrior spirit in Gatineau, defeating Sebastian Aguirre via unanimous decision. The fight’s first round, featuring three knockdowns in just three minutes, is a strong contender for Quebec’s Round of the Year.
Already recognized for his skillset, Luis Santana (13-0, including 6 KOs) proved that evening that he also possesses the heart and determination necessary to reach the top of the sport.
