Our Signature Series come about in different manners but its always a way to use amazing coffee to showcase relationships we develop in our community. Fitzroy Vanderpool became a world champion almost 25 years ago, but he has never wavered in his commitment to his community, even with all the accolades his career has provided. He is more than a Boxing World Champ, he is our local hero and he works tirelessly to teach others that anything is possible if they put their mind to it...also, he is a constant reminder to us all that With Hope, It's Possible! From every bag of this coffee sold, $10 will go to help fund the Summer Camp, so buy coffee and help kids become driven when they learn from the Champ what is possible!
About the coffee:
This dark roast has a satisfying, heavy body, there are hints of fermented fruit and a dark baker's chocolate finish, without even a hint of bitterness. This coffee embodies the CHAMP, punches above it's weight and will never quit on you!
About the Champ:
- 1996 Named International Fire Safety Ambassador
- 1998 Kitchener-Waterloo Inaugural 'Athlete of the Year'
- 2003 Recognition for Outstanding Contribution toward Fire Safety by Int.Fire Ambassadors
- 2006 Eastwood Collegiate's Wall of Recognition
- 2008 Inducted into the Waterloo County Sports Hall of Fame
- 2011 Induction as a 'Legend' - Boxing Ontario
- 2015 Named 'National Ambassador' for StopBully.com
- 2016 Community Service Award - NBA Canadian Boxing Hall of Fame
- 2016 Inducted into Ontario Boxing Hall of Fame
- 2016 'Courage Award' - Rochester Boxing Hall of Fame
- 2017 RBG Flag Ambassador
- 2018 Candidate for Provincial Parliament
- 2018 Candidate for City Council
- 2019 Jackie Robinson 'Fortitude Award'
About the Boxer:
- 1996 Apr Canadian Professional Boxing Federation
- 1997 Apr World Boxing Federation Intercontinental
- 1998 Nov World Boxing Council Welterweight Fecarbox
- 1999 Apr World Boxing Federation Superwelterweight World
- 2002 Mar World Boxing Council Superwelterweight Fecarbox
- 2013 Mar National Boxing Authority Middleweight
About the Camp:
Summer Camp with a World Champ - Fitz includes boxing footwork, proper stance, punching technique, forms and skills, Defensive and conditioning drills, medicine ball, heavy bag, skipping and shadowboxing. Outdoor activities include basketball, swimming, soccer, tag, frisbee, football, and fun games.
The Whip Boxing Academy
Check out more of what the Champ is up to on Instagram @fitzthewhip
