Lisandra Contreras

{"type"=>"root", "children"=>[{"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Newark, New Jersey resident Lisandra Contreras infuses the bantamweight tier with calculated fundamental posture. Standing 5'2" out of a standard orthodox stance, the 21-year-old native of Monte Plata, Dominican Republic relies on strict defensive mechanics to navigate elite female divisions. Contreras utilizes crisp lead-hand setups to disrupt matching rhythms, providing the Smoke with a technically sound, highly composed asset capable of controlling distance right from the opening whistle."}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Contreras is an undefeated professional boxer based in Newark, New Jersey, emerging as one of the state’s top female boxing talents. Born in Monte Plata, Dominican Republic, she moved to the United States two years ago and immediately made her mark by earning a Silver Medal at the Women’s National Championships under the guidance of Head Coach Yessenia “Coach Yess” Montalvo, securing a #6 national ranking in the 119-pound division as an amateur.\n\nContreras built an exceptional amateur career with 120 wins and only 4 losses before transitioning to the professional ranks in 2025. She debuted at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, and currently holds an undefeated professional record of 3-0 with 1 KO.\n\nTraining out of Legacy Boxing Club in Belleville, NJ, Contreras continues to gain recognition for her discipline, technical skill, and relentless work ethic — establishing herself as a rising force in women’s professional boxing. "}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Pepperoni pizza is Contreras’ favorite kind of food. Contreras likes to read, specifically psychology books. Contreras like to watch the Korean animated version of Tom & Jerry. The biggest achievement of Contreras that’s not boxing-related is being with close to her mom here in the United States."}]}, {"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>""}]}]}