With Their Families Being From Mexico, Boxers Gonzalez, Lozano Are Proud To Represent Both Their Heritage And Team USA In Paris
Jajaira Gonzalez will represent Team USA at 60 kg. and Jennifer Lozano at 50 kg. in their Olympic debuts.
5'4"
23
Toledo
Currently reside: Toledo, OH
Coach’s name: Otha Jones, Roshawn Jones
Club name: Soul City Gym
When did you start boxing and why: I was 8-years-old when my first coach found interest in me. He trained me for only two weeks, and then set me up for a fight with the internet sensation “Pretty Boy Bam Bam.” This was a fight that he got paid for me to lose. After that loss, I went to Soul City Gym, where I saw all the champions, and here I am today, a champion.
Amateur Record: 35-5
What do you think is your greatest asset in the ring: My jab.
If you weren’t boxing, what would you be doing? Running the streets.
Who has been your biggest inspiration and why: My head coach, Otha Jones. When I was running the streets, he was the only one who came to save me.
What motivates you the most: Being successful in the ring, so I can eventually be able to reach back and help my family.
What are five things that most people don’t know about you: 1. I’m a gymnast. 2. I run cross country. 3. I’m a wrestler. 4. I’m a mentor to the younger kids in the gym. 5. I live with my coach, Otha Jones.
National titles won: 2016 Junior Open, Ringside
Jajaira Gonzalez will represent Team USA at 60 kg. and Jennifer Lozano at 50 kg. in their Olympic debuts.
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