MASTER TRIGGER
Vietnam's First Professional Boxing Coach & Promoter.
About Master Trigger
Born and raised in Saigon, Trịnh Sư Phụ began his journey into boxing at the age of 26 — an age considered late for an aspiring athlete. Yet his journey has proven one thing:
“It is never too late when you have passion.”
The Pioneer Who Brought Professional Boxing to Vietnam
Trịnh Sư Phụ is one of the most influential figures in the development of professional boxing in Vietnam.
He was the first to introduce the professional boxing model to the country, laying the foundation for a comprehensive transformation of the sport in Vietnam.
Vietnam’s First Professional Boxing Coach
With extensive knowledge and a systematic approach to training, Trịnh Sư Phụ became Vietnam’s first professional boxing coach.
He has trained generations of young boxers, helping them sharpen their skills, compete at the professional level, and achieve remarkable accomplishments.
He is not merely a coach — he is an inspiration, a pioneer who laid the foundation for international-standard boxing training in Vietnam.
The Man Who Shaped Vietnam’s First Professional Boxers
Through his dedication and exceptional leadership, Trịnh Sư Phụ played a pivotal role in developing Vietnam’s first professional boxers, helping them step onto the international stage and establish Vietnamese boxing’s presence on the world map.
Founder of Saigon Sports Club
Driven by his passion for developing combat sports, he founded Saigon Sports Club, one of Vietnam’s largest boxing and martial arts training centers.
The club provides professional, modern training and has become a breeding ground for many talented fighters.
Founder of Trigger Boxing
Continuing his vision of elevating Vietnamese boxing, Trịnh Sư Phụ founded Trigger Boxing — a professional boxing gym chain that has become one of the most popular in Vietnam.
Trigger Boxing provides an environment where promising fighters can develop their potential, hone their skills, and pursue professional competition.
Founder of Trigger Promotion
To take Vietnamese boxing to the next level, he organized Vietnam’s first professional boxing event. He later founded Trigger Promotion, a professional boxing promotion dedicated to developing the sport and creating new opportunities for Vietnamese fighters.
The events were broadcast live on Ho Chi Minh City Television (HTV), making Trigger Promotion the first professional boxing event in Vietnam to be broadcast live on HTV.
This opened the door for boxing fans across the country to experience high-level professional bouts while providing a platform for Vietnamese fighters to showcase their talent and pursue opportunities on the international stage.
Vietnam’s First Professional Boxing Promoter
More than just a coach, Trịnh Sư Phụ is also recognized as Vietnam’s first professional boxing promoter.
He has organized and operated major boxing events, creating a true platform for fighters to compete and showcase their abilities, while helping elevate the profile of Vietnamese boxing on the international stage.
He was the first to bring Martin Nguyễn — a two-division MMA world champion — to compete in Vietnam. He currently also serves as Martin Nguyễn’s promoter in Vietnam.
