Received the Boxing Writers Association of America's
prestigious 2007 Barney Award for Investigative Reporting.
Was the only foreign journalist in attendance at the March 2006 fight between Juan Manuel Marquez - and Chris John in Borneo, Indonesia.
One of only two foreigners ever granted press passes to Lumpini and Rajdamnern Stadiums.
Oldest son, Rainy, was given his name because during his birth, a rainstorm caused a power outage. The hospital's generator kicked on a few minutes later and his birth proceeded without a hitch.
Has two children, Nicholas Stephen and Rainy Alexander.
Moved to Thailand in November 1994 to get to know himself better and to train in Muay Thai.
Speaks fluent Thai.
Currently lives in Bangkok, Thailand (September 2008)