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Joseph Awinongya

U19 World Championships, 2024 (Gold Medal)

Athlete Bio 

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Age

19

Hometown

Joliet, IL

Classification: Men's 90 kg

Weight class: 90kg

 

Gym: Sam Colonna Boxing Gym

Coach: Joseph Awinongya Sr.

Year Began Boxing: 2011

Hometown: Joliet, Ill.

Birthplace: Joliet, Ill.

 

Career Highlights

2026 Strandja Boxing Tournament: Bronze Medal

2025 USA Boxing National Championships: 1st Place

2025 Brandenburg Cup: 1st Place

2025 USA Boxing National Junior Olympics and Summer Festival: 1st Place

2025 National Silver Gloves: 1st Place

2024 USA Boxing National Championships: 1st Place

2024 World Boxing U19 Championships: 1st Place

2024 USA Boxing National Junior Olympics and Summer Festival: 1st Place

2023 USA Boxing National Championships: 1st Place


 

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.
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Event Schedule 

World Boxing Cup: Brazil 2025

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