*SPOTLIGHT*
Jorge Carlos Jr., KS started boxing at the age of 10, "My aunt actually introduced me to the sport," Jorge explains, "...and ever since I started I haven't quit." Jorge began his training at the Turner Boxing Academy in Kansas, where he still trains, and after two years of training he had his first bout. Having practiced soccer for 4 years prior to boxing, he was able to rely on his competitive nature during his transition to this combat sport. "...when I started I knew I wanted to fight because there were people already competing at the gym I was going to." Jorge stated.
Now at the age 17, Jorge has competed in multiple National Tournaments and has come away with titles at the Junior Golden Gloves, Junior Olympics and the USA Quaifier!
Which has been your proudest accomplishment? we asked. "Probably the Junior Olympics," Jorge replied, "...because that's when I started taking boxing more seriously and that's when I started cutting weight." Boxing is a very demanding sport in many ways including making weight and just showing up ready to go, consistently. Jorge admits that those aspects are challenging for him at times but with his goals firmly on his mind he has been able to not only overcome but excel against the Nation's best and into the US National rankings.
Moving forward, Jorge continues to work hard to be able to win at the USA Nationals and earn the opportunity to travel and compete internationally as an amateur. Then he will put all his focus into becoming a world champion in the Pro ranks.
Good luck in your journey Jorge!
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