Richard Steele

Steele was the referee for major bouts including Hagler–Hearns, Leonard–Hagler and Chávez–Taylor. His decisions and position inside the ropes made him a visible part of the championship era associated with Las Vegas.

His career then extended into promotion and matchmaking. The regional Hall of Fame records that Richard Steele Promotions began staging Las Vegas shows in 2003. His local gym work created another layer of involvement, combining boxing with support for young people.

That combination makes him useful to understanding the whole sport: a large televised event depends on officials, while the next generation often begins in a neighborhood gym. His profile records those roles separately rather than treating referee, trainer and promoter as interchangeable titles.