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.
5'7"
24
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 started boxing when I was 11-years-old. I was obese and I needed to lose weight due to health issues.
Amateur Record: 35-4
What do you think is your greatest asset in the ring: My jab.
If you weren’t boxing, what would you be doing? Couch potato; unhealthy scholar (no matter what, I will get A’s)
Who has been your biggest inspiration and why: My mother and grandparents for instilling sound moral values.
What motivates you the most: The feeling of winning and the gratification of being able to help others.
What are five things that most people don’t know about you: 1. I maintain a 4.5 GPA. 2. I swim. 3. I was obese. 4. I run cross country. 5. I play the violin.
National titles won: 2016 Women’s Golden Gloves Champion, 2016 Youth National Champion, 2015 Junior National Champion, 2015 Junior World Champion.
Jajaira Gonzalez will represent Team USA at 60 kg. and Jennifer Lozano at 50 kg. in their Olympic debuts.
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