On most days, Robyn Torres is hundreds of feet in the air, working as a tower crane operator for Avenue Building Corporation, a role that demands patience, focus, and the ability to stay calm under pressure
Soon, he’ll be facing a different kind of pressure inside the boxing ring. Brother Torres is set to compete in his first sanctioned bout as part of the Victory Gala, a charity boxing event in support of the Pinball Foundation.
Brother Torres’ journey into the trades began a couple of years after high school when he started working as a labourer until he earned his hoisting and rigging ticket and began working with and around cranes as a swamper and rigger, an experience that sparked a new goal.
“I approached my foremen and informed them of my intention to start a tower crane apprenticeship,” he said. Not long after, he began his 339B apprenticeship at OETIO and became a proud member of Local 793.
As his career progressed, Brother Torres also began paying closer attention to his overall health, which led him to rediscover his love for boxing.
A fan of Manny Pacquiao and the sport itself, this fight is not just about testing his skills on a big stage; it’s about contributing to a meaningful cause.
Balancing his career, family life, and boxing training hasn’t been easy, but Torres credits his wife for her unwavering support. He also hopes to show his children that no matter how busy life gets, it’s still possible to give back.
His message to those considering a career in the trades is: “Nothing was easy when I started my career. I thought about quitting on multiple occasions… but I worked hard, listened, and rarely complained. Through relentless work ethic, patience, and perseverance, I was able to build a life for myself, and my family and I believe if you show up and give it your all every day, you can too.”
To learn more about the fight, visit victorygala.ca
