Joseph Awinongya

Athlete Bio 

Hometown

Joliet, IL

Weight class: 75kg

Gym: Sam Colonna Boxing Gym

Coach: Joseph Awinongya Sr.

Year Began Boxing: 2011

Hometown: Joliet, Ill.

Birthplace: Joliet, Ill.

Career Highlights

2025 USA Boxing National Junior Olympics and Summer Festival- 1st

2025 National Silver Gloves- 1st

2024 USA Boxing National Championships – 1st

2024 World Boxing U19 Championships- 1st

2024 USA Boxing national Junior Olympics and Summer Festival- 1st

2023 USA Boxing National Championships- 1st


Athlete News 

My biggest motivation is representing my country, my city Joliet, my family, and everyone who supports me. I want to inspire young people—especially those who feel overlooked or counted out. I want them to see what’s possible with hard work and the right mindset.
Joseph Awinongya

Meet U19 World Boxing Champion Joseph Awinongya 

Event Schedule 

2023 Junior Training Camp

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