Amador "The Blindsider" Mendez
Hugo Amador Mendez Rodriguez — "The Blindsider" — is one of the most explosive undefeated lightweight prospects in the country. Born April 23, 2005 in Austin, Texas, and carrying the pride of his Guatemalan-Mexican-American heritage into every fight, Amador is 20 years old with a 7–0 professional record and a fight on national TV every time he steps in the ring.
The son of renowned Guatemalan graffiti and tattoo artist Siego — founder of Blindside Tattoo Studio in Austin — Amador grew up surrounded by artistry, discipline, and the belief that craft and culture are inseparable.
He represented Guatemala at the IBA Youth World Boxing Championships in Spain, earned two USA national amateur titles, the Guatemala National Championship, and a RingSide World Championship before turning professional at age 19.
At just 20 years old, Amador has sparred 3-division world champion Shakur Stevenson and Ryan Garcia — and held his own. He trains under his father Siego Mendez alongside coaches Danny Uresti Barragan and Pedro Israel Marrero. The next world champion from Austin is already in motion.
"I want to become a world champion. This is all I have ever thought about doing, and this is all I want."— Amador "The Blindsider" Mendez
Born in Austin
Born and raised in Austin, Texas — the heart of the Lone Star State. Pflugerville raised, Austin proud. The Texas boxing scene is his foundation.
Guatemalan Pride
Representing Guatemala on the world stage. Father Siego is a renowned Guatemalan graffiti and tattoo artist — the artistry runs in the blood.
Mexican Heritage
Carrying the pride of Mexican-American culture into every fight. The Blindsider fights for his community, his family, and his heritage.
The Road to the Top
7-0 Pro Record
Undefeated Professional Lightweight — all wins on ProBox TV
ProBox TV Feature Fighter
6 of 7 fights broadcast nationally on ProBox TV
Sparred Ryan Garcia
Held his own — Garcia kept him in camp
Sparred Shakur Stevenson
Sparred 3-division world champion
Fox Sports Coverage
Featured on Fox Sports broadcast
2× National Amateur Champion
2 USA national titles + Guatemala national title
IBA Youth World Championships
Represented Guatemala in Spain — reached 1/8 finals
