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The USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024 – Aiming for Gold

The USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024 ParisThis is the USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024. Eight athletes, four men and four women, have qualified for the…

The USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024 Paris

This is the USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024. Eight athletes, four men and four women, have qualified for the Summer Paris 2024 Olympics representing the United States of America in Boxing. All eight of these boxers will be aiming for gold.

The USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024

Claressa Shields, a professional boxer and MMA fighter is one of the few Americans to ever earn a gold medal in the Olympics for boxing. She met with the USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024 ahead of their flight to Paris, France to give them a motivational speech. In an interview, Shields said, “Jajaira Gonzalez is the best; she’s like a sister to me. We’ve traveled the world together … I know all of them can do it, but Jajaira has the most experience.” She added, “The best advice that I gave them was to remove any doubt and believe 110% in yourself.”

Jake Paul and Olympic Boxing?

YouTube Star and boxer Jake Paul also trained with the USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024 and apparently will also be at the Summer Paris 2024 Olympic games. On Instagram, he wrote, “I’m honored to partner with USA Boxing as the 2024 Paris Olympics approach. I’ll be training with the Olympic squad in Colorado Springs this winter and accompanying them to Paris this July to amplify our country’s best amateur boxers.”

USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024 Roster

Below is a list of the US Olympic boxing team’s eight members, where they were born, and what weight class they compete in. This is the USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024.

  • Joshua Edwards – Houston, TX – Boxing – Super heavyweight (203+ pounds)
  • Jajaira Gonzalez – Glendora, CA – Boxing – Lightweight (132 pounds)
  • Jahmal Harvey – Oxon Hill, MD – Boxing – Featherweight (125 pounds)
  • Roscoe Hill – Springs, TX – Boxing – Flyweight (112 pounds)
  • Omari Jones – Orlando, FL Boxing – Welterweight (156 pounds)
  • Jennifer Lozano – Laredo, TX – Boxing – Flyweight (110 pounds)
  • Morelle McCane – Cleveland, OH – Boxing – Welterweight (146 pounds)
  • Alyssa Mendoza – Caldwell, ID – Boxing – Featherweight (125 pounds)
The USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024

Olympic Boxing Rules – How does Olympic boxing work?

Olympic boxing follows a distinct set of rules that differentiate it from professional boxing. Matches consist of three 3-minute rounds with 1-minute rest periods between rounds. Scoring uses the 10-point must system, where five judges award 10 points to the winner of each round and 9 points to the loser based on criteria such as quality punches landed, technical superiority, and competitiveness.

Boxers can win by points decision, knockout, referee stoppage, or disqualification. Protective gear includes gloves and mouthguards, with headgear required only for women since 2016. Fouls result in warnings and potential point deductions or disqualification.

The Olympic tournament follows a single-elimination format, with winners advancing until gold and silver medalists are determined, while both semifinal losers receive bronze medals. Weight categories differ for men and women, with specific glove sizes required for each.

Olympic Boxing Gloves

Boxers are required to wear gloves that are either red or blue, matching the color of their corner. For women, all gloves weigh 10 ounces. Men use either 10-ounce or 12-ounce gloves, depending on their weight class. Specifically, 10-ounce gloves are used for weight categories from 51 kg to 63.5 kg, while 12-ounce gloves are used for categories from 71 kg to +92 kg. Additionally, boxers must wear hand wraps underneath the gloves to protect their hands and wrists. For the USA Olympic Boxing Team 2024, they have multiple different weight classes.

When did boxing become an Olympic sport?

Boxing became an Olympic sport at the Games of the III Olympiad in St. Louis in 1904. This marked the debut of boxing in the modern Olympic Games. However, it’s worth noting that boxing has a longer history in Olympic competitions, as it was also part of the ancient Olympic Games in Greece, first appearing in 688 BC.

Claressa Shields wins fourth division title with stunning knockout – Highlights

Claressa Shields vs Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse heavyweightMerely in the second round, Claressa Shields was able to make history with an impressive knockout. Live from Detroit,…

Claressa Shields vs Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse heavyweight

Merely in the second round, Claressa Shields was able to make history with an impressive knockout. Live from Detroit, Michigan, ‘GWOAT’ Shields was able to capture her fourth weight class title, and did it with an impressive knockout.

Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse

The undefeated Shields has already had a highly decorated career in boxing. As an amateur, she earned gold in the Olympics in 2012 and 2016 representing the USA. Since turning pro, she has been able to capture titles in WBA, WBC, IBF, WBF, and The Ring, across middleweight, light middleweight, and super middleweight.

Now, the Michigan-born athlete can add heavyweight world champion to her name. With a second-round knockout against Canada’s Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse, Shields added the WBC, and WBF female heavyweight, plus the vacant WBO female light heavyweight championships to her esteemed career.

With three knockdowns in the second round, the referee waived off the match as Lepage-Joanisse was struggling to stay on her feet. Moving up in weight, Shields was able to show off her power and technique. The US-born athlete also competes in MMA under the PFL banner.

“The newfound power does feel good,” Shields continued, “It f—ing shocked me. I’m not going to lie. I’ve had some great performances, but is it my best knockout? Absolutely.” On her future plans, she added, “I think I can campaign at any weight class, and it is some tough challenges at heavyweight. So, I’m going to let me and my team put our minds together to see what’s the best choice and what makes the best sense.”

See the boxing knockout highlights of Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse below.

Claressa Shields wins fourth division title with stunning knockout – Highlights

Claressa Shields vs Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse heavyweightMerely in the second round, Claressa Shields was able to make history with an impressive knockout. Live from Detroit,…

Claressa Shields vs Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse heavyweight

Merely in the second round, Claressa Shields was able to make history with an impressive knockout. Live from Detroit, Michigan, ‘GWOAT’ Shields was able to capture her fourth weight class title, and did it with an impressive knockout.

Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse

The undefeated Shields has already had a highly decorated career in boxing. As an amateur, she earned gold in the Olympics in 2012 and 2016 representing the USA. Since turning pro, she has been able to capture titles in WBA, WBC, IBF, WBF, and The Ring, across middleweight, light middleweight, and super middleweight.

Now, the Michigan-born athlete can add heavyweight world champion to her name. With a second-round knockout against Canada’s Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse, Shields added the WBC, and WBF female heavyweight, plus the vacant WBO female light heavyweight championships to her esteemed career.

With three knockdowns in the second round, the referee waived off the match as Lepage-Joanisse was struggling to stay on her feet. Moving up in weight, Shields was able to show off her power and technique. The US-born athlete also competes in MMA under the PFL banner.

“The newfound power does feel good,” Shields continued, “It f—ing shocked me. I’m not going to lie. I’ve had some great performances, but is it my best knockout? Absolutely.” On her future plans, she added, “I think I can campaign at any weight class, and it is some tough challenges at heavyweight. So, I’m going to let me and my team put our minds together to see what’s the best choice and what makes the best sense.”

See the boxing knockout highlights of Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse below.

Manny Pacquiao gets battered against Rukiya Anpo – Rizin Super 3 Highlights

Manny Pacquiao gets battered against Rukiya Anpo - Super Rizin 3 HighlightsReturning to the ring earlier this morning for an exhibition boxing match with Japanese star, Rukiya Anpo, former multi-time…

Manny Pacquiao gets battered against Rukiya Anpo - Super Rizin 3 Highlights

Returning to the ring earlier this morning for an exhibition boxing match with Japanese star, Rukiya Anpo, former multi-time and weight world champion, Manny Pacquiao has been urged to pump the brakes on a competitive comeback to combat sports, with his performance over three rounds leaving much to be desired.

Pacquiao, a veteran former multiple weight and time world championship holder in professional boxing, made his return to the squared circle at Super Rizin 3 this morning at the historic Saitama Super Arena in Japan, taking on the above-mentioned Anpo in a non-scored bout over the course of three rounds.

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Initially slated to take on Chihiro Suzuki in a trip to Asia, Pacquiao eventually took on the above-mentioned Anpo on short-notice, however, after a three round back-and-forth, in which fans questioned why rumors of a return for the Philippines native were rampant recently – given his display.

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“Manny Pacquiao is currently getting beat up in an exhibition against a kickboxer,” A user on X posted. “Any talk of him fighting for a world championship is ludicrous.”

Releasing his own statement following last night’s lacklustre performance, Pacquiao, 45, thanked his legions of fans for their support.

“THANK YOU EVERYONE!” Manny Pacquiao posted on his official X account. “Thank you Rizin for a great event and to Anpo for a great fight. THANK YOU TO ALL OF JAPAN! Thanks to my family, team, and friends for your love and support. Thank you, my fellow Filipinos, for your prayers and support. Mabuhay ang Pilipinas. Above all, thank you to my LORD and Savior Jesus Christ. God bless everyone.”

Below, catch the highlights from Manny Pacquiao’s return to boxing against Rukiya Anpo

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo Made Official for Super Rizin 3

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya AnpoManny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo is set to go down on July 28 in an exhibition boxing match with…

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo is set to go down on July 28 in an exhibition boxing match with modified rules. This is part of the Super Rizin 3 event broadcast live from Tokyo, Japan.

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo

‘Pac-Man’ Manny Pacquiao is a hero of the Philippines. Capturing multiple world titles in boxing across all of the major organizations and different weight classes, Pacquiao is considered one of the all-time greats. With his aggressive style of boxing, and always aiming for the knockout, ‘Pac-Man’ is must-see boxing.

Since retiring from the sport professionally, Pacquiao has kept busy as a singer and politician. But has also been taking part in various exhibition matches. Upcoming, he will face former K-1 Kickboxing world champion Rukiya Anpo.

The kickboxing star Anpo, of Japan, began his combat sports journey when he was just a child fighting in Kyokushin Karate. Since then, Rukiya Anpo has picked up national karate titles and some professional kickboxing gold. Having been a K-1 World GP division champion, he is best known for his highlight reel knockouts with high impressive kicking acumen. Recently, Anpo spent some time training alongside former UFC champion Sean Strickland. The two had quite a violent sparring session.

For Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo at Super Rizin 3, both made weight earlier today. This will be a catchweight at 68 kg. Pacquiao has spent most of his professional career in weight classes much smaller than this while Anpo should be right at home.

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo
Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo is a special rules exhibition match. It will be a fist-only fight, with no kicking or grappling. But unlike standard boxing, this fight will allow for spinning back fist strikes. To stream Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo see our information breakdown that will help.

Watch Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo Super Rizin 3 Weigh In Below

Claressa Shields Heavyweight Title Challenge: “She’s going to sleep”

Claressa Shields heavyweight move is just around the corner. The undefeated ‘GWOAT’ of boxing is looking to add a fourth-division title to her name as she challenges Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse for heavyweight gold. Claressa Shields vs. Vaness…

Claressa Shields Heavyweight

Claressa Shields heavyweight move is just around the corner. The undefeated ‘GWOAT’ of boxing is looking to add a fourth-division title to her name as she challenges Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse for heavyweight gold. Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse goes down live on July 27.

Claressa Shields Heavyweight

Canada’s Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse will look to defend her heavyweight throne against the surging Claressa Shields heavyweight move. The US-born Shields won two gold medals as an Olympian before turning pro. En rote to racking up a perfect 14-0 record she also picked titles in the WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, WBF, and The Ring across various weight classes. This weekend, Shields will be looking to add a fourth weight class world title to her name.

Leading up to this fight, during a press conference, Claressa Shields said, “She going to need to his like a heavyweight because if she not punching like a heavyweight she is going to sleep.”

Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse

GWOAT Shields had some choice words for her upcoming opponent, she added, “I saw here hitting the pads yesterday, she was like trying to impress me. I was not impressed. Then she was sparring against girls that I done smoked already…you could’ve got some better sparring than that. I sparred against bears for this camp.”

“I’m going to be the heavyweight world champion come July 27,” Shields continued, “Ain’t nobody going to stand in my way. Nobody…I’ll be a four-division, 15-time world champion come Saturday night and I can’t wait to see what Vanessa gonna do.”

The PFL has also been a home for Claressa Shields as she is seeking to also win a title in MMA to add to her illustrious boxing career. The two boxers are booked for a world title showdown on July 27 and from the sounds of it, she will be aiming for a knockout to capture the gold for the Claressa Shields heavyweight action.

Claressa Shields Heavyweight Vanessa Lepage Joanisse
Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage Joanisse