Director Sixel Dre Lewis is a true embodiment of resilience, determination, and passion. Despite facing adversity early in his adult life, including losing his childhood home and experiencing homelessness, Dre has emerged more powerful and more determined than ever. Born in Pomona, Dre's love for comics and combat sports has been a constant throughout his life, fueling his passion for martial arts. Dre is driven by a desire to unify oppressed individuals and take a stand against injustice. His journey into martial arts began with boxing, influenced by his childhood friend Shane Mosley Jr. and his family's boxing legacy. Enrolling in the Chino boxing gym, Dre discovered a natural talent for the sport. He later realized that his father and grandfather were boxers. Currently pursuing a degree in Journalism, Dre is also a supervisor at Rise Dispensary GTI Green Thumb Industries corporate cannabis, a job he loves that supports his outside goals, including creating his own graphic novel universe. With a background in Afro-Latin Caribbean culture and a proficiency in Spanish, Dre's uniqueness shines through in everything he does. Dre sees being part of Team USA Pankration as an opportunity to enhance his talents and make international friends. His ultimate goal is to inspire others to break free from societal norms and pursue their true passions, a mission he intends to fulfill through his journey of self-discovery and achievement.
Meet Dre Lewis, the embodiment of resilience, determination, and passion in Pankration. Despite facing adversity early in his adult life, including losing his childhood home and experiencing homelessness, Dre has emerged more powerful and determined than ever. Born in Pomona, Dre's love for comics and combat sports has been a constant in his life, igniting his passion for martial arts. Inspired by his childhood friend Shane Mosley Jr. and his family's boxing legacy, Dre began his journey into martial arts through boxing.
His natural talent led him to the Chino boxing gym, where he honed his skills and discovered his true calling. With a background in Afro-Latin Caribbean culture and a proficiency in Spanish, Dre's unique perspective shines through in everything he does.
As Dre prepares to represent Team USA at the Pankration World Championships in Timisoara, Romania, from October 24-28, 2024, let's rally behind him and celebrate his unwavering spirit and commitment to excellence.
Show your support for Dre as he competes against the best in the world and inspires others to follow their dreams. Together, we can make Dre's dream a reality. So, mark your calendars, and let's show our support for Dre Lewis and Team USA at the Pankration World Championships in Timisoara, Romania, from October 24-28, 2024!
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