Updated: Tuesday, 24 Nov 2009, 12:37 PM CST
Published : Tuesday, 24 Nov 2009, 12:37 PM CST
FOX Chicago News
Chicago - Chicago's boxing community is mourning the death of a rising star -- Francisco "Paco" Rodriguez.
He died sunday night, from injuries he suffered during a title fight in Philadelphia.
Rodriguez earned a national Golden Gloves Championship at age 17, and a spot in the 2004 U.S. Olympic trials.
He leaves behind a wife and 5-month old daughter.
His family is donating his organs and eight people are expected to benefit.
Rodriguez was 25 years old.