USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad

Secures 13 Medals At 2026 Copa America!

By: Luke Santangelo, USA Boxing

(May 26th) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad earned four gold medals, five silver medals, and four bronze medals at the 2026 Copa America. The United States concluded the competition with all 13 boxers earning medals.

Deborah Grant was the first of the seven boxers to enter the ring on Monday, and the North Carolina native earned a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Jackelin Galves. Grant won every judge's vote in all three rounds, securing her fifth win of the event and third win by unanimous decision. Grant finished the 2026 Copa America event with a 5-2 record, earning the silver medal in the women’s 57-kilogram weight division. This marks Grant’s second international medal in 2026, as she previously won gold and the Best Female Boxer of the Tournament award at the 2026 Gee Bee Tournament in Helsinki, Finland.

Also, entering the ring from the women’s team on Monday and earning a 4-1 split decision was Kendra Samargis (75 kilograms). The Idaho native secured a dominant 3-0 record in Colombia, with two of her three wins coming as unanimous decision victories. Samargis’ undefeated run earned the first international gold medal of her amateur career in the women’s 75-kilogram weight division.

On the men’s side, Team USA saw Moises Rodriguez complete his perfect Copa America run, securing a 4-1 win over Michael Zabaleta. The Texas native finished an eye-popping 7-0 in Colombia, including Monday’s win after overcoming a 5-0 deficit in the opening round. Rodriguez earned four unanimous decision wins, two 4-1 split decision wins, and one walkover win at the 2026 Copa America. His 7-0 record earned him the gold medal in the men’s 55-kilogram weight division, marking his second international gold medal in 2026.

Following Rodriguez, Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms) secured a 5-0 unanimous decision win over Gustavo Carrasco. Diaz-Martinez earned the second international medal of his career, as Monday’s win improved him to a 5-2 record, securing the silver medal at the 2026 Copa America.

Rounding out the competition and the evening for Team USA in Colombia was Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms). The New Jersey native finished the 2026 Copa America with a bronze medal and a record of 5-2 after a 4-1 split decision loss on Monday.

Earning victories by walkover on Monday were Jennifer Lozano (51 kilograms) and Alexis Proctor (60 kilograms). Lozano’s perfect run in Colombia concludes with a gold medal and a 7-0 record. The Texas native earned three wins by RSC and two by unanimous decisions. As for Proctor, she ended her run in Colombia on a three-bout win streak, finishing 3-2 and leaving with a bronze medal.
 

Not boxing on Monday for USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad, but earning medals included Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms), Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms), Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms), Malachi Georges (90 kilograms), Gilbert Kabamba (90+ kilograms), and Nnajai Wright (90+ kilograms).

Zapata and Rouser earned bronze medals at the 2026 Copa America, marking each boxer's second bronze medal. Zapata finished with a 4-3 record in Colombia, with two wins by unanimous decision and one by RSC in the first round. As for Rouser, he finished 4-2 with two unanimous decision wins and one 4-1 split decision win. Rouser was withdrawn from the event on Sunday as a precautionary measure due to medical reasons.

Earning silver in Colombia included Jimenez, Georges, and Wright. Jimenez finished 6-1 with three unanimous decision victories and one RSC win. The silver medal marks Jimenez’s second international medal. As for Georges, the New Jersey native also finished 6-1, with two RSC victories and one 5-0 unanimous decision win, earning his second international silver medal in his amateur career. Lastly, Wright finished 6-1 with four 5-0 unanimous decision victories. Wright's 2026 Copa America silver medal marks his third international medal.

Rounding out Team USA in Colombia was Kabamba, who earned Team USA's fourth gold medal of the event after going 7-0 in Colombia. Kabamba's gold medal is his first international medal, as Colombia marked his international debut.

Throughout the competition at the 2026 Copa America, the United States will be led by USA Boxing National Development Coach Edward Fonteneaux (Fayetteville, N.C.), with assistance from Alex Love (Colorado Springs, Colo.), Billy Rafalko (Philadelphia, Pa.), and Jeffrey Nimo (Grand Prairie, Texas).

Additional event information for the 2026 Copa America event, including the broadcast links, daily bout sheets, results, tournament updates, and more, will be uploaded to the event page on the USA Boxing website, where followers can find the 2026 Copa America event.

USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad Earns

Six More Wins On Day Eight At 2026 Copa America!

By: Luke Santangelo, USA Boxing

(May 25th) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad earned six more wins in Girardot, Colombia, on day eight at the 2026 Copa America. The Stars and Stripes improved to a dominant 62-13 record after a 6-2 day on Sunday, including impressive wins from Alexis Proctor and Dustin Jimenez.

The United States got started with Alexis Proctor (60 kilograms), who dominated from start to finish, earning a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Bexcy Benavides. Proctor improves to 2-2, marking her second straight victory in Colombia. She will enter the ring one final time on Monday against Camila Camilo in bout 11 at approximately 4:30 p.m. ET.

Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms) earned a dominant RSC win in the third round over Jose Gabriel Rodriguez, securing his sixth win of the event. The New York native won 5-0 in the first two rounds and forced the referee to stop the contest in the third round after landing a blow on Rodriguez. Jimenez finished his Copa America run with a 6-1 record and will not box on Monday, May 25. Jimenez is guaranteed a medal and will learn his final placement after Monday’s bouts.

Earning victories by walkover on Sunday were Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms), Malachi Georges (90 kilograms), Nnajai Wright (90+ kilograms), and Gilbert Kabamba (90+ kilograms). 

As for Georges, Wright, and Kabamba, their Copa América runs have concluded. Kabamba finished 7-0 and is currently at the top of the 90+ KG weight class, with Wright right behind with a 6-1 record. Georges also finished 6-1 in Colombia and will learn his medal placement after Monday’s bouts.

Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms) and Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms) also competed Sunday, but unfortunately lost after three rounds of Olympic-style boxing. Diaz-Martinez is now 4-2 in Colombia and will enter the ring on Monday, facing Gustavo Carrasco in bout 27 at approximately 8:30 p.m. ET. As for Zapata, her competition comes to a close, as she finishes 4-3 in Colombia. The New York native will learn after Monday’s bouts whether she placed in the top four and earned a medal.

Due to medical reasons, USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad withdrew Kentrell Rouser (70 kilogram) from the 2026 Copa America event. Rouser's health was taken into account in the decision, and he was withdrawn from the event as a precautionary measure.

Monday marks day nine and the final day of the competition. Team USA will have seven boxers enter the ring, including Jennifer Lozano (51 kilograms), Deborah Grant (57 kilograms), Kendra Samargis (75 kilograms), and Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms). After Monday's competition, the four boxers with the best records in their wight classes will earn a medal. The full schedule for Monday is listed below.

Sunday, May 24 Results

Men’s 90 KG: Malachi Georges vs. Wilmer Rojas | W WO

Women's 54 KG: Jayshannet Zapata Vs. Yerlin Quiñones | L 5-0

Women's 60 KG: Alexis Proctor vs Bexcy Benavides in | W 5-0

Men's 55 KG: Moises Rodriguez vs. Juan Guevara | W WO

Men's 60 KG: Yahir Diaz-Martinez vs. Leonardo Bermudes | L 4-1

Men's 65 KG: Dustin Jimenez vs. Anthony Ramirez | W RSC-3

Men’s 90+ KG: Gilbert Kabamba vs. Andrew Salgado | W WO

Men’s 90+ KG: Nnajai Wright vs. Cristian Salcedo | W WO

USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad

Improves Strong Copa America Showing With 8 Win Day!

By: Luke Santangelo, USA Boxing

(May 24th) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad keeps rolling in Colombia as Edward Fonteneaux led this group to another eight-win day. The United States went 8-3 on day seven at the 2026 Copa America, which included seven 5-0 unanimous decision wins and one 4-1 split decision win.

Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms) kicked things off for the United States on day seven, securing her fourth victory of the event. Zapata earned her second straight 5-0 unanimous decision victory after the New York native defeated Jennifer Yool on Saturday. She improves to 4-2 in Colombia and will look for her fifth win on Sunday against Yerlin Quiñones in Bout 10 at approximately 5:15 p.m. ET.

Following Zapata, Jennifer Lozano (51 kilograms) continued her dominant run into Saturday as she earned another 5-0 unanimous decision victory after defeating Luz Mirabal. The 2024 Paris Olympian is now 6-0 at the 2026 Copa America event, as she has won three bouts by RSC and three by unanimous decision. Lozano will have Sunday off and will return to the ring on Monday.

Kendra Samargis (75 kilograms) improved her competition and international record to 2-0 after she defeated Luisa Fernanda Vasquez. Samargis has earned both her competition wins by unanimous decision. The Idaho native will have Sunday off and return to the ring on Monday.

As for the Men’s team, Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms) was the first to enter the ring, and the Texas native remained undefeated through day seven with a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Jose Daniel Felipe. Rodriguez has now won four straight bouts this event by unanimous decision, and improves his Copa America record to 5-0. Rodriguez will face Juan Guevara in Bout 19 at approximately 7:30 p.m. ET.

Shortly after Rodriguez, Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms) returned to the ring, and after a dominant second and third round, which included delivering an 8-count, the New Jersey native secured a 4-1 split decision win over Yeison Riascos. Trapp improves to 5-1 in Colombia and will have Sunday off.

Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms) improved to 4-1 in Colombia after winning by a 5-0 unanimous decision over Johan Segura. Diaz-Martinez will return to the ring for the sixth time Sunday as he will face Leonardo Bermudes in Bout 24 at approximately 8:45 p.m. ET.

Concluding day seven for Team USA was USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad’s super heavyweights, Nnajai Wright (90+ kilograms), and Gilbert Kabamba (90+ kilograms). Wright was the first of the two to compete, and the Virginia native earned a 5-0 unanimous decision win over Willys Mendoza. This marked Wright’s fourth win in Colombia, including his third unanimous decision victory. Wright is now 4-1 and will face Cristian Salcedo in Bout 40 at approximately 12:45 a.m. ET.

As for Kabamba, he remained undefeated with a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Daniel Guzman. Kabamba improves to 6-0 and will enter the ring for a seventh time on Sunday against Andrew Salgado in Bout 37 at approximately 12:00 a.m. ET.

Also competing on Saturday were Deborah Grant (57 kilograms), Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms), and Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms). Grant, Jimenez, and Rouser each kept their bouts close, going the full three rounds, but came up short. Grant will have Sunday off while Jimenez and Rouser will return to the ring. Jimenez will face Anthony Ramirez in bout 28 at approximately 9:45 p.m. ET. Rouser enters the ring with Jose Gabriel Rodriguez in bout 31 at approximately 9:30 p.m. ET.

Sunday, Team USA will have nine boxers in action, as Alexis Proctor (60 kilograms) and Malachi Georges (90 kilograms) will return to the ring after the day off. Proctor will seek her second straight win as she will face Bexcy Benavides Bout 12 at approximately 5:45 p.m. ET, while Georges will enter the ring in Bout 5 at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET against Wilmer Rojas.

Team USA Continues Dominant Run

With 7-0 Performance On Day Six In Colombia!

By: Luke Santangelo, USA Boxing

(May 23rd) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad had its second undefeated day in Colombia after the Stars and Stripes went 7-0 on day six at the 2026 Copa America. The United States improved to a dominant 48-9 record after six days of competition in Girardot, Colombia.

Jennifer Lozano (51 kilograms), Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms), Deborah Grant (57 kilograms), and Alexis Proctor (60 kilograms) led the way on the women’s team. Lozano was the first American boxer to enter the ring on Friday, and the Texas native secured a 4-1 split decision victory over Leidy Rivas. Lozano remains undefeated in Colombia with a dominant 5-0 record. 

Following Lozano, Zapata secured her third win of the event after the New York native earned a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Jennifer Quintero. Zapata is now 3-2 in Colombia.

Grant also secured her third victory of the event as the North Carolina native defeated Kelly Benitez by a 4-1 split decision. Grant is now 3-1 at the 2026 Copa America event.

Rounding out the women’s team, Proctor secured her first win in Colombia in dominant fashion. Proctor secured multiple 10-8 scores in the first two rounds and ultimately earned her first win in Colombia by third-round RSC over Nicole Leon. 

Moving on to the men’s team, Nnajai Wright (90+ kilograms) and Malachi Georges (90 kilograms) each secured 5-0 unanimous decision victories. Wright was the first of the two to enter the ring and defeated Daniel Guzman, while Georges defeated Alfonso Blanco. 

Earning his victory by walkover on Friday was Gilbert Kabamba (90+ kilograms), who improved to 5-0 in Colombia. 

Friday, May 22 Results

Men's 90 + KG: Gilbert Kabamba vs. Gerlon Congo | W WO

Women's 51 KG: Jennifer Lozano vs. Leidy Rivas | W 4-1

Women's 54 KG: Jayshannet Zapatat vs. Jennifer Quintero | W 5-0

Women's 57 KG: Deborah Grant vs. Kelly Benitez | W 4-1

Women's 60 KG: Alexis Proctor vs. Nicole Leon | W RSC-3

Men’s 90+ KG: Nnajai Wright vs. Daniel Guzman | W 5-0

Men's 90 KG: Malachi Georges vs. Alfonso Blanco | W 5-0

USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad

Posts Another Seven-Win Day in Colombia!

By: Luke Santangelo, USA Boxing

(May 21st) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad posted another seven-win day as the Stars and Stripes improved to 41-7 at the 2026 Copa America. USA Boxing went 7-2 on the day, as they were led by Jennifer Lozano (51 kilograms), Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms), Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms), Kendra Samargis (75 kilograms), and Malachi Georges (90 kilograms), while Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms) and Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms) each earned victories by walkover.

Lozano was the first American to enter the ring, and she dominated her opponent from start to finish, securing a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Gina Alvarez. Lozano improves her competition record to 4-0, including three wins by RSC. She will enter the ring on Friday, May 22, against Leidy Rivas in Bout 8 at approximately 4:45 p.m. ET.

Samargis secured her first international win on Thursday after defeating Daniela Pachon by a 5-0 unanimous decision. Samargis controlled the bout from start to finish, including an eight-count in the second round. She improved to 1-0 in Colombia and will have Friday off.

Moving to the men’s team, Rodriguez secured his third 5-0 unanimous decision victory at this event after defeating Carlos Hurtado. Rodriguez is now 4-0 in Colombia and 6-0 internationally. Rodriguez is off Friday and will return to action this weekend.

Diaz-Martinez secured the USA’s fourth win of the day in a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Disney Ezequiel Medina. Diaz-Martinez secured his fourth international win on Thursday and improved his Copa America record to 3-1. He is off Friday but will return to the ring this weekend.

Georges concluded the day in dominant fashion for the Stars and Stripes, earning a RSC victory earning a RSC victory in the third round over Juan Mausa. The New Jersey native now has a 4-1 Copa America record, including two wins by RSC. Georges is back in action on Friday in Bout 27 at approximately 9:30 p.m. ET against Alfonso Blanco.

Earning victories by walkover on Thursday were Jimenez and Rouser. Jimenez is now 5-0, and Rouser improves to 4-1. Both boxers are off on Friday.

Also entering the ring on Thursday were Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms) and Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms). The two boxers competed through three rounds of Olympic-style boxing, but unfortunately, Zapata fell 4-1 to Estefani Almanza, and Trapp lost 4-1 to Noel Pacheco. Zapata will face Jennifer Quintero on Friday in Bout 10 at approximately 5:15 p.m. ET, and Trapp will have the day off.

USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad

Adds Seven Wins On Day Four At 2026 Copa America!

By: Luke Santangelo, USA Boxing

(May 20th) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad continues its impressive run at the 2026 Copa America as the Stars and Stripes secured seven more wins, improving to a dominant 34-5 record through four days of competition.

The United States 2024 Paris Olympian, Jennifer Lozano (51 kilograms), got things started on day four, as the Texas native earned her third RSC victory of the event and improved her record to 3-0. Lozano won by RSC in the second round over Gina Alvarez and will box Thursday against Indrid Caicedo in Bout 8 at approximately 4:45 p.m. ET.

Following Lozano, Deborah Grant (57 kilograms) returned to the ring and secured her third win of the event. Grant earned her second 5-0 unanimous decision victory in Colombia after she defeated Angie Biojo on Wednesday. She now has a 3-1 record at the 2026 Copa America event.

On the men’s team, Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms) secured his third victory of the event, and his second unanimous decision win in Colombia. The Texas native improves to 3-0 at the 2026 Copa America after his 5-0 win over Luis David Castillo. Rodriguez will return to action on Thursday, facing Carlos Hurtado in Bout 11 at approximately 5:30 p.m. ET.

Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms) followed Rodriguez, and the New York native secured his fourth win in four days. Jimenez improves his record to a dominant 4-0 after winning by a 5-0 unanimous decision over Luis Bonolis. He will enter the ring on day five against Gregory Bueno on Thursday in Bout 13 at approximately 6:00 p.m. ET.

USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad saw its two super heavyweights square off this afternoon as Gilbert Kabamba (90+ kilograms) and Nnajai Wright (90+ kilograms) went three rounds of Olympic-style boxing. Kabamba edged Wright 3-2 in the opening round and also took the final two rounds to secure a 5-0 unanimous decision victory. Both boxers are off on Thursday.

Earning victories by walkover on Wednesday were the two New Jersey natives, Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms) and Malachi Georges (90 kilograms). Both boxers are scheduled to enter the ring on Thursday, with Trapp facing Noel Pacheco in Bout 15 at approximately 6:30 p.m. ET and Georges facing Juan Mausa in Bout 16 at approximately 6:45 p.m. ET.

The Stars and Stripes were also represented by Alexis Proctor (60 kilograms) on Wednesday. Proctor went the distance and kept the bout close, but ultimately fell in a tight 3-2 split decision against Maria Chiro. Proctor will be off on day five and return later in the week. Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms) also suffered a loss via walkover on Wednesday. Rouser is now 3-1 in the event and is scheduled to face Juan Diego Bandera on Thursday in Bout 14 at approximately 6:15 p.m. ET.

The USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad will have nine boxers enter the ring on Thursday, May 21, including Kendra Samargis, who will make her international and 2026 Copa America event debut. Samargis will face Daniela Pachon on Thursday in Bout 10 at approximately 5:15 p.m. ET.

USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad

Secures Eight More Victories

On Day Three Of 2026 Copa America!

(May 20th) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad had another eye-popping day in Girardot, Colombia, as National Development Coach Edward Fonteneaux led his team to eight more wins. USA Boxing has now earned a dominant 27 wins through the first three days of competition at the 2026 Copa America event. led his team to eight more wins.

The United States saw dominant performances from Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms), Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms), Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms), and Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms) as all four boxers won by either RSC or by 5-0 unanimous decision.

Rodriguez was the first of the group to earn a victory, and the Texas native secured his first 5-0 unanimous decision victory of the event, improving his competition record to 2-0. Rodriguez defeated Camilo Gonzalez and will now face Luis David Castillo on Wednesday, Bout 7 at approximately 4:30 p.m. ET.

Following Rodriguez, Jimenez, and Rouser also secured 5-0 unanimous decision victories. Both boxers have now earned three wins in the first three days, improving their records to 3-0 at the 2026 Copa America. Jimenez earned his win over Jose Yate, while Rouser defeated Jhonatan Ramos. Both boxers are scheduled for their fourth bout in four days, as Jimenez will face Luis Bonolis on Wednesday, Bout 8 at approximately 4:45 p.m. ET, and Rouser will face Keiner Berrocal on Wednesday, Bout 9 at approximately 5:00 p.m. ET.

Lastly, Trapp earned USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad’s final victory on Tuesday with an RSC victory in the second round over Andres Orobio. Trapp’s victory marked the third international win of his amateur career. The New Jersey native is back in the ring on Wednesday afternoon, facing Isaac Bolaños in Bout 10 at approximately 5:15 p.m. ET.

Earning victories by walkover on Tuesday were Deborah Grant (57 kilograms), Malachi Georges (90 kilograms), Gilbert Kabamba (90+ kilograms), and Nnajai Wright (90+ kilograms). All four boxers will look to return to the ring on Wednesday, with Grant facing Angie Biojo in Bout 5 at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET and Georges facing Jose David Rodriguez in Bout 11 at approximately 5:30 p.m. ET. Wright and Kabamba will square off against each other in Bout 12 at approximately 5:45 p.m. ET.

Also entering the ring Tuesday afternoon in Colombia but falling short were Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms) and Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms). Both boxers will have Wednesday off.

Tuesday, May 19 Results

Women’s 54 KG: Jayshannet Zapata vs. Yenni Arias, COL | L 5-0

Women’s 57 KG: Deborah Grant vs. Karen Chacon, BOG | W WO

Men’s 55 KG: Moises Rodriguez vs Camilo Gonzalez, BOG | W 5-0

Men’s 60 KG: Yahir Diaz-Martinez vs. Juan Sebastian, VALL | L 3-2

Men’s 65 KG: Dustin Jimenez vs. Jose Yate, COL | W 5-0

Men’s 70 KG: Kentrell Rouser vs. Jhonatan Ramos, MET | W 5-0

Men’s 80 KG: Tyric Trapp vs. Andres Orobio, CUN | W RSC-2

Men’s 90 KG: Malachi Georges vs. Miguel Teo, GUA| W WO

Men’s 90+ KG: Gilbert Kabamba vs. Cristian Salcedo, | W WO

Men’s 90+ KG: Nnajai Wright vs. Luis Guerra, | W WO

USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad Earns

Eight More Wins On Day Two At 2026 Copa America!

(May 19th) The USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad had another dominant day at the 2026 Copa America event in Girardot, Colombia. The United States secured eight more wins on Monday, bringing its total to 19 through the first two days of competition.

Starting it off for the Stars and Stripes on Monday was Jennifer Lozano (51 kilograms). The 2024 Paris Olympian earned her second RSC victory of the event, improving her competition record to 2 0 after defeating Claudia Cajo.

Lozano will now have Tuesday off and will return to the ring on Wednesday, May 20. After Lozano, Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms) earned a gritty 3-2 split decision victory over Diana Maestre. Zapata will look for a 3-0 start in Colombia, as she will enter the ring on day three against Yenni Arias in Session 2, Bout 2 at approximately 3:15 p.m. ET.

Moving on to the men’s side, Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms), Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms), Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms), Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms), Gilbert Kabamba (90+ kilograms), and Nnajai Wright (90+ kilograms) all improved to 2-0 in Colombia with their second victory of the event.

Jimenez, Rouser, Trapp and Wright all earned 5-0 unanimous decision victories, Diaz-Martinez secured a 4-1 split decision victory, and Kabamba earned a 3-2 split decision victory on Monday. All six boxers will return to action for the third consecutive day on Tuesday.

Diaz-Martinez will face Juan Sebastian Palacios Jimenez in Session 2, Bout 14 at approximately 6:15 p.m. ET, followed shortly by Jimenez, who will go head-to-head with Jose Yate in Session 2, Bout 15 at approximately 6:30 p.m. ET.

After Jimenez, Rouser will face Jhonatan Ramos in Session 2, Bout 20 at approximately 7:45 p.m. ET, and Trapp will face Andres Orobio in Session 2, Bout 22 at approximately 8:15 p.m. ET.

Rounding out day three for the Stars and Stripes will be USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad’s two super heavyweights. Kabamba will square off with Cristian Salcedo in Session 2, Bout 27 at approximately 9:30 p.m. ET, and Wright will face Luis Guerra in Session 2, Bout 28 at approximately 9:45 p.m. ET.

Also competing for the USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad on Monday were Deborah Grant (57 kilograms), Alexis Proctor (60 kilograms), and Malachi Georges (90 kilograms). However, all three boxers fell short on Monday, suffering their first loss of the event.

Monday, May 18 Results

Women’s 51 KG: Jennifer Lozano vs. Claudia Cajo, CHI | W RSC-2

Women’s 54 KG: Jayshannet Zapata vs. Diana Maestre, VEN | W 3-2

Women’s 57 KG: Deborah Grant vs. Helen Sanchez, ECU | L 3-2

Women’s 60 KG: Alexis Proctor vs. Daniela Montoya, COL | L 5-0

Men’s 60 KG: Yahir Diaz-Martinez vs. Johan Segura, COL | W 4-1

Men’s 65 KG: Dustin Jimenez vs. Juan Fernando Palacios, ECU | W 5-0

Men’s 70 KG: Kentrell Rouser vs. Deiver Ramos, FFAA | W 5-0

Men’s 80 KG: Tyric Trapp vs. Gustiniano Mina, ECU | W 5-0

Men’s 90 KG: Malachi Georges vs. Johan Caicedo, COL | L 5-0

Men’s 90+ KG: Gilbert Kabamba vs. Luis Guerra, GUA | W 3-2

Men’s 90+ KG: Nnajai Wright vs. Andrews Salgado, CHI | W 5-0

USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad Dominates

Day One of 2026 Copa America with 11-0 Record!

(May 18th) The USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad swept the opening day at the 2026 Copa America event with a dominant 11-0 record at the Coliseo Centenario in Girardot, Colombia. On Sunday, May 17, the United States had three boxers win by RSC, two earn 5-0 unanimous decision victories, three secure 4-1 split decision victories, and one claim a 3-2 split decision win. Team USA also earned two additional victories by walkover.

Team USA’s undefeated day got started with 2024 Paris Olympian Jennifer Lozano (51 kilograms) after earning an RSC victory in the third round over Sara Torres. 

Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms) shortly followed Lozano and picked up right where she left off, earning an RSC in the first round over Yindi Peńa. This marked Zapata’s fourth international win and her first international win by RSC. 

Rounding out the women’s side on day one, Deborah Grant (57 kilograms) secured a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Genesis De La Rosa, marking her fourth international win, and third by unanimous decision. 

Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms) and Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms) got the ball rolling for the men’s side after each boxer earned a 4-1 split decision win. Rodriguez was the first of the two to enter the ring and defeated Miguel Ospino, marking the third international victory of his amateur career. Diaz-Martinez shortly followed and defeated Johon Whanpash, securing the second international win of his amateur career. 

Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms) was the next United States boxer to enter the ring, and after a resilient three rounds of Olympic-style boxing, the Detroit native secured a 4-1 split decision victory over Duvan Cuenu. Rouser earned the second international win of his amateur career.

Malachi Georges (90 kilograms) earned the United States’ third and final RSC victory of the day after winning by RSC in the third round over Sebastian Ovalle. Georges will return to action Monday against Johan Caicedo in Session 2, Bout 23 at approximately 9:30 p.m. ET.

Rounding out the day for the Stars and Stripes were the USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad's two super heavyweights. Gilbert Kabamba was the first of the two to go, and the Boston native secured his first international win Sunday evening with a 3-2 split decision win over Willys Mendoza. Following Kabamba, Nnajai Wright stays undefeated on the international stage after defeating Gerlon Congo by a 5-0 unanimous decision.

Also earning victories by walkover on Sunday were Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms) and Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms). 

Salim Ellis-Bey Concludes

2026 World Boxing Cup Stage 1 With Silver Medal!

(April 26th) Salim Ellis-Bey closed the week for Team USA at the 2026 World Boxing Cup - Stage 1. Ellis-Bey’s bid for a gold medal came up just short in a 5-0 defeat in the 60-kilogram final against Brazil’s Luiz Oliveira. The 2026 World Boxing Cup - Stage 1 was hosted at the Rafain Palace Hotel in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil.

The Philadelphia native showed resilience and competitiveness across all three rounds but was unable to recover after dropping the opening round 5-0. Ellis-Bey tried to utilize his power and speed in the final two rounds against the 2025 World Boxing Championships silver medalist and 2024 Paris Olympian but was unable to close the gap on the scorecards.

After the final three minutes of competition, Ellis-Bey was defeated by a unanimous decision, cementing the silver medal for him.

Ellis-Bey closed the week with a 4-1 record, marking his first elite international medal and second international medal of his career. The Philadelphia native represented the USA Boxing Youth High Performance Team in 2025, earning a gold medal at the 2025 Brandenburg Cup. Ellis-Bey and the USA Boxing Elite High Performance Team will now turn their full attention to the World Boxing Cup - Stage 2 in Guiyang City, China, in June.

Salim Ellis-Bey Advances To Gold Medal Bout

At 2026 World Boxing Cup - Stage 1 

Ellis-Bey Advances To Finals; Haro & Winkler Earn Bronze!

(April 25th) Salim Ellis-Bey (60 kilograms) continued his dominance at the 2026 World Boxing Cup – Stage 1, claiming his fourth win of the week with a 5-0 decision over Canada’s Keoma Al-Ahmadieh. The victory vaulted Ellis-Bey into the gold medal bout on Sunday, April 26, inside the Rafain Palace Hotel in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil.

Ellis-Bey’s path to the gold medal bout has been impressive, as the Philadelphia native has now earned two 5-0 unanimous decisions this week, including today’s win over Canada’s 2025 World Boxing Championships quarterfinalist. He also secured a 4-1 split decision win over Kyrgyzstan’s Munarbek Seiitbek Uulu, a Paris 2024 Olympic silver medalist.

Simona Winkler (70 kilograms) also competed on Saturday in the women’s 70-kilogram division against Australia’s Lekeisha Pergoliti. After falling behind 4-1 in the opening round, Winkler picked up the pace in the second and cut the deficit to 3-1 heading into the final three minutes. Despite the spirited effort, she was unable to complete the comeback and ultimately fell 4-1 to the 2025 World Boxing Championships silver medalist. The Seattle native closes the week with a bronze medal, marking her second international medal of the year.

Noelle Haro (51 kilograms) earned a bronze medal in her first international tournament. Haro fell 5-0 to France’s Romane Moulai on Saturday afternoon, but the Texas native quickly made her mark on the world stage, returning home with hardware after a strong run that included a 3-2 win over Canada’s McKenzie Wright and a 4-1 victory over the Dominican Republic’s Esther Jimenez.

Team USA closed the week of competition at the 2026 World Boxing Cup - Stage 1 with three medals, one silver for Ellis-Bey and two bronze, one for Noelle Haro (51 kilograms), and one for Simona Winkler (70 kilograms).

At the World Boxing Cup - Stage 1, USA Boxing is led by Head Coach Billy Walsh (Colorado Springs, Colo.) and assisted by National Development Coach Edward Fonteneaux (Fayetteville, N.C.) and Elite High Performance Coach Nikki Burleson (Oklahoma City, Okla.).

Sunday, April 26, Results:

Men’s 60kg: Salim Ellis-Bey vs. Liiz Oliveira, BRA | 5-0

Medalists:

Salim Ellis-Bey (60 kilograms) – Silver

Noelle Haro (51 kilograms) – Bronze

Simona Winkler (70 kilograms) – Bronze

Saturday, April 25, Results:

Women’s 70kg: Simona Winkler, USA vs. Lekeisha Pergoliti, AUS | L 4-1 | Bronze Medal

Men’s 60kg: Salim Ellis-Bey, USA vs. Keoma Al-Ahmadieh, CAN | W 5-0

Women’s 51kg: Noelle Haro, USA vs. Romane Moulai, FRA | L 5-0 | Bronze Medal

Friday, April 24, Results

Women’s 57kg: Alyssa Mendoza, USA vs. Shih Yi Wu, TPE | L 3-2

Women’s 70kg: Simona Winkler, USA vs. Chantelle Reid, ENG | W 4-1

Men’s 60kg: Salim Ellis-Bey, USA vs. Munarbek Seiitbek Uulu, KGZ | W 4-1

Women’s 51kg: Noelle Haro, USA vs. Esther Jimenez, DOM | W 4-1

Women’s 65kg: Marie-Angelis Rosendo, USA vs. Oshin Derieuw, BEL | L 5-0

Men’s 90+kg: Kelvin Watts, USA vs. Omar Shiha, NOR | L 4-1

Thursday, April 23 Results:

Women’s 51kg: Noelle Haro, USA vs. McKenzie Wright, CAN | W 3-2

Men’s 55kg: Lorenzo Patricio, USA vs. Ellis Trowbridge, ENG | L 3-2

Men’s 65kg: Marcus Luther, USA vs. Alexandru Paraschiv, MDA | L 3-2

Women’s 54kg: Yoseline Perez, USA vs. Yunman Gan, CHN | L 4-1

Women’s 65kg: Marie-Angelis Rosendo, USA vs. Kinga Krówka, POL | W 4-1

Wednesday, April 22 Results:

Women’s 54kg: Yoseline Perez, USA vs. Monique Suraci, AUS | W 5-0

Men’s 60kg: Salim Ellis-Bey, USA vs. Jude Gallagher, IRL | W WO

Women’s 60kg: Alisha Crockett, USA vs. Marie Al Ahmadieh, CAN | L 4-1

Women’s 70kg: Simona Winkler, USA vs Morgan Henderson, NZL | W 5-0

Tuesday, April 21 | Results:

Women’s 57kg: Alyssa Mendoza, USA vs. Michaela Walsh, IRL | W 5-0

Men’s 55kg: Lorenzo Patricio, USA vs. Othman Chadghour, MAR | W 4-1

Men’s 65kg: Marcus Luther, USA vs. Yazin Salah Aldeen Alia, | W 5-0

Women’s 65kg: Marie-Angelis Rosendo, USA vs. Sema Çaliskan, | W 5-0

Men’s 90+kg: Kelvin Watts, USA vs. Enzo Gallardo, ARG | W 3-1

Simona Winkler, Salim Ellis-Bey and Noelle Haro

Advance to Medal Rounds At 2026 World Boxing Cup

Stage 1 - Winkler, Ellis-Bey, Haro Advance To Semifinals!

(April 24th) The USA Boxing Elite High Performance Team saw three boxers advance to the medal rounds at the 2026 World Boxing Cup – Stage 1 in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil. Simona Winkler (70 kilograms), Salim Ellis-Bey (60 kilograms), and Noelle Haro (51 kilograms) each secured impressive victories during the day, bringing the United States to a guaranteed three medals for the tournament. The Red, White, and Blue will see all three boxers competing in Saturday’s semifinal rounds.

Winkler secured her second medal of the year after earning her second victory of the tournament. The Seattle native trailed 5-0 after the opening round but resiliently battled back to win the second and third rounds 4-1 over England’s Chantelle Reid, securing a 4-1 split decision. Reid was deducted a point in the second round. Winkler will now square off with Australia’s 2025 World Boxing Championships silver medalist Lekeisha Pergoliti in Session 1, Ring B, Bout 4, at approximately 10:45 a.m. ET.

Following Winkler, Ellis-Bey dominated once again, earning his third victory of the tournament with a 4-1 split decision over Kyrgyzstan’s Munarbek Seiitbek Uulu, a Paris 2024 Olympic silver medalist. The Philadelphia native secured his first elite international medal with the win and will now square off with Canada’s 2025 World Boxing Championships quarterfinalist Keoma Al Ahmadieh in Session 1, Ring A, Bout 7, at approximately 11:30 a.m. ET.

Securing the final win of the day for Team USA was Haro, as the Texas native battled back for the second straight day. After dropping the first round 3-2, she showed her resilience and adaptability by stepping up her pace in the final two rounds, earning a 5-0 scorecard in the second round and a 4-1 scorecard in the final round. Haro’s 4-1 decision over the Dominican Republic’s Esther Jimenez marked her second victory of the week, and she now secured her first international medal. She will face France’s Romane Moulai in the semifinals in Session 2, Ring A, Bout 1, at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET.

The United States had three other competitors in action throughout Friday’s schedule, including Alyssa Mendoza (57 kilograms), Marie-Angelis Rosendo (65 kilograms), and Kelvin Watts (90+ kilograms). Mendoza fell 3-2 to Chinese Taipei’s Shih Yi Wu, Rosendo fell 5-0 to Belgium’s Oshin Derieuw, and Watts lost 4-1 to Norway’s Omar Shih.

Noelle Haro & Marie Rosendo Advance To Quarterfinals

With Wins On Day Four of 2026 World Boxing Cup – Stage 1

By: Luke Santangelo, USA Boxing

(April 24th) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Team closed out day four of the 2026 World Boxing Cup – Stage 1 in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, with two victories from its women’s side. Noelle Haro successfully opened her tournament in the women’s 51-kilogram bracket, while Marie-Angelis Rosendo secured her second win in three days in the women’s 65-kilogram division.

Haro (51 kilograms) was the first American boxer to enter the ring on Thursday and battled back after trailing 3-2 in the opening round. She secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory in her tournament and international debut over Canada’s McKenzie Wright. The Texas native advances to the quarterfinals, where she will face the Dominican Republic’s Esther Jimenez today, Friday, April 24.

Rosendo (65 kilograms) won the first round after swaying three judges with 10-9 scores in the opening three minutes. She then made a strong start to the second round, taking it 4-1 and ultimately securing a 4-1 split decision win over Poland’s Kinga Krówka in the Round of 16. She advances to the quarterfinals, where she will face Belgium’s Oshin Derieuw on Friday, April 24.

Lorenzo Patricio (55 kilograms), Marcus Luther (65 kilograms), and Yoseline Perez (54 kilograms) also represented the Stars and Stripes on day four. Despite valiant efforts, each suffered a defeat, ending their tournament runs. Patricio dropped a 3-2 decision to England’s Ellis Trowbridge, while Luther fell 3-2 to Moldova’s Alexandru Paraschiv in the opening session. Perez was defeated 4-1 by China’s Yunman Gan in the quarterfinals.

Team USA Captures Three More Wins On Day Three

At World Boxing Cup – Stage 1!

By: Luke Santangelo, USA Boxing

(April 23rd) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance continued its strong run at the World Boxing Cup – Stage 1 in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, picking up three more wins throughout Wednesday's schedule.

Team USA secured two wins in the first session on Wednesday morning from Yoseline Perez (54 kilograms) and Salim Ellis-Bey (60 kilograms). Perez got things started for the Stars and Stripes, as the Houston native secured her third unanimous decision win of 2026. Perez won the first round 4-1 and swept the final two rounds, earning her first victory of the tournament.

Moving on to Ellis-Bey, the Philadelphia native will advance to the quarterfinals after winning via walkover against Ireland’s Jude Gallagher. This marks Ellis-Bey’s fourth win in 2026. He will now face Kyrgyzstan’s Munarbek Seiitbek Uulu on Friday, April 24.

Securing a win in the second session on Wednesday was Simona Winkler (70 kilograms), marking her first victory of the tournament and her second unanimous decision win of 2026. After earning a 5-0 decision over New Zealand’s Morgan Henderson, Winkler will now face England’s Chantelle Reid in the quarterfinals on Friday, April 24.

Team USA also saw Alisha Crockett (60 kilograms) compete on Wednesday in her tournament opener against Canada’s Marie Al Ahmadieh. Crockett kept it close throughout the bout and entered the final round with a 2-1 deficit, but ultimately fell short to Al Ahmadieh by a 4-1 decision.

USA Boxing Elite High Performance Team

Sweeps Day Two of World Boxing Cup – Stage 1!

(April 21st) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Team delivered a flawless performance on day two of the World Boxing Cup – Stage 1 in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, going undefeated across five bouts.

Alyssa Mendoza (57 kilograms) set the tone for Team USA with an impressive victory over Ireland’s 2024 Paris Olympian, Michaela Walsh. The Idaho native dominated every round, earning a unanimous decision to advance to the quarterfinals, where she will face Chinese Taipei’s Shih Yi Wu on Friday, April 24.

Following Mendoza’s dominant 5-0 victory, Lorenzo Patricio (55 kilograms) secured his fifth international win of the year with a hard-fought 4-1 split decision over Morocco’s Othman Chadghour. With the win, Patricio advances to the Round of 16, where he will face England’s Ellis Trowbridge on Thursday, April 23.

The dominance carried over into the second session, with Marie-Angelis Rosendo (65 kilograms) and Marcus Luther (65 kilograms) each earning unanimous decision victories. Rosendo secured her first win of the year over Turkey’s Sema Çaliskan after sweeping the final two rounds to claim a 5-0 victory. She now moves on to the Round of 16, where she will face Poland’s Kinga Krówka on April 23.

As for Luther, he won every judge’s vote dominantly, scoring one 10-8 scorecard in the first round, four 10-8 scores in the second and two more in the final round. Luther moves on to the Round of 16, where he will face Moldova’s Alexandru Paraschiv on April 23.

Rounding out the day for the Stars and Stripes was Team USA’s super heavyweight, Kelvin Watts (90+ kilograms). The Virginia native secured his second win in 2026 with a 3-1 victory over Argentina’s Enzo Gallardo. Watts moves on to the quarterfinals to face Norway’s Omar Shiha on April 24.

Salim Ellis-Bey Secures Win for Team USA

On Day One Of World Boxing Cup - Stage 1

Ellis-Bey Dominates Day One In Foz Do Iguacu, Brazil!

(April 21st) The World Boxing Cup – Stage 1 kicked off for the United States on Monday at the Rafain Palace Hotel & Convention Center in Foz do Iguacu, Brazil. Team captain Salim Ellis-Bey (60 kilograms) headlined the day for Team USA’s four boxers and captured a unanimous decision over Hungary’s Kruzító Kovács.

Ellis-Bey, a Philadelphia native, won the first round 4-1 before closing out the bout with 5-0 sweeps in each of the final two rounds, including three 10-8 scorecards in the last round, to secure the unanimous decision victory. With the win, Ellis-Bey advanced to the Round of 16, where he will now face Ireland’s Jude Gallagher on Wednesday, April 22.

Also in action on Monday were Malachi Georges (90 kilograms) and Tyric Trapp (80 kilograms). Both boxers were elevated from the Elite High Performance Squad for this event and battled in their opening-round matchups. Georges and Trapp concluded their runs on Monday after Georges lost by a 4-1 split decision to Spain’s Enmanuel Reyes Pla and Trapp lost by a 5-0 decision against Venezuela’s Diego Andres Pereyra Mejia. Naomi Graham (75 kilograms) was scheduled to box today but lost by a walkover.

Team USA Secures Three Gold Medals

On Final Day Of 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament

USA Boxing High Performance Squad

Closes Tournament With Eight Medals!

(April 12th) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad earned three gold medals and one silver medal on Sunday, April 12, at the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament in Helsinki, Finland. The United States’ competition week concluded with all eight boxers earning medals. Deborah Grant was named the tournament’s Best Female Boxer after securing her gold medal.

Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms) controlled his gold-medal bout from start to finish, winning via unanimous decision over Italy’s Badr Eddine Bouraouia. Rodriguez secured his second win of the tournament after earning every judge's card, winning each round 5-0. This week’s performance marks Rodriguez's first international gold medal in his Elite international tournament debut.

Deborah Grant (57 kilograms) concluded her dominant run at her first international tournament with a gold medal. Grant defeated Denmark’s Alice Bennedbaek by an RSC-2 to place at the top of the podium and secure the tournament's Best Female Boxer Award. Sunday's performance marks her third win of the week in Finland, including two unanimous decisions to go along with her stoppage victory.

Nnajai Wright (90+ kilograms) carried the momentum from his semifinals victory into Sunday's title bout. Wright secured another unanimous decision victory on Sunday, his second in as many days, over Germany’s Dilvan Yeazgan. The gold medal marks the second of his international career and the first of his Elite international career with the United States.

Team USA also saw Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms) earn a silver medal on Sunday. Zapata lost 4 1 to Kazakhstan’s Zhaina Shekerbekova, but her run to the silver medal was nothing short of impressive. The New York native was the only American boxer to compete in four bouts throughout the week. She won two of her three bouts via unanimous decision and capped the week with her first international medal.

Team USA sent eight boxers to Helsinki, Finland, and all eight will head home with a medal, including three gold medals, one silver medal and four bronze medals.

Throughout the competition at the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament, the United States will be led by USA Boxing’s National Development Coach Edward Fonteneaux (Fayetteville, N.C.), and assisted by Holly Gregson (Idaho Falls, Idaho), Billy Rafalko (Philadelphia, Pa.), and Ronald Wright (Columbus, Ga.).

Additional tournament information for the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament, including daily bout sheets, results, tournament updates, and more, can be found on the USA Boxing website, where fans can find the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament.

Sunday, April 12 Results:

Women’s 54 kg: Jayshannet Zapata vs. Zhaina Shekerbekova, KAZ | L 4-1

Men’s 55 kg: Moises Rodriguez vs. Badr Eddine Bouraouia, ITA | W 5-0

Women’s 57 kg: Deborah Grant vs. Alice Bennedbaek, DEN | W RSC-2

Men’s 90+ kg: Nnajai Wright vs. Dilvan Yeazgan, GER | W 5-0

Medalists:

Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms) - Gold

Deborah Grant (57 kilograms) - Gold

Nnajai Wright (90+ Kilograms) - Gold

Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms) - Silver

Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms) - Bronze

Alexis Proctor (65 kilograms) - Bronze

Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms) - Bronze

Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms) - Bronze

Team USA Clinches Eight Medals At 2026

Gee Bee Boxing Tournament

Team USA’s Unbeaten Run Continues In Helsinki!

(April 11th) USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad carries its dominant start into day two at the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament in Helsinki, Finland. The United States saw four boxers enter the ring on Friday and remained undefeated on the week, bringing the roster to an impressive 7-0 start in Helsinki through the opening two days of competition.

Kicking things off for the USA on Friday was Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms), who secured the second international victory of her amateur career and her first unanimous decision of the tournament. Zapata earned a 5-0 win over Switzerland’s Miette Bagutti after earning every judge's scorecard in the second and third rounds. With Friday's win, Zapata has clinched her first international medal. She advances to the semifinals, where she will square off with Wales' Helen Jones on Saturday in Session 1, Bout 3, at approximately 5:30 a.m ET.

Following Zapata, Team USA saw three more Americans make their international debut, including Deborah Grant (57 kilograms), Yahir Diaz-Martinez (60 kilograms) and Kentrell Rouser (70 kilograms). Grant earned another 5-0 unanimous decision victory for the Stars and Stripes and defeated Belgium’s Ana Khunjua.

Grant dominated from start to finish in her bout, nabbing every judge's scorecard in the process. She advances to the semifinals and has assured herself the first international medal of her career. Grant will enter the ring Saturday against Finland’s Anna Tyni in Session 2 Bout 3 at approximately 11:30 a.m. ET.

Diaz-Martinez also made his tournament debut with a unanimous decision. He never dropped a card throughout the bout and dominated Belgium’s Nadir Boulaiz. After earning a 10-8 score in the final round, he will now move on to the semifinals and is guaranteed his first international medal. He will now face the Netherlands’ Mahmoud al Chabtun on Saturday in Session 2, Bout 5, at approximately noon ET.

Rounding out day two for the United States was Rouser, who earned his first international win with a 4-1 split decision victory over Switzerland’s Timm Kellenberger. Rouser got off to a hot start, winning the first two rounds 4-1, and delivered an 8-count to Kellenberger in the first and second rounds. With the win, Rouser clinched a spot in the semifinals and his first international medal. He will now face the Netherlands’ Finn Bos in Session 2, Bout 10, at approximately 1:15 p.m. ET.

Team USA will have all eight boxers competing Saturday, all of whom are looking to punch their ticket to the gold medal rounds. Two boxers will make their tournament debut on Saturday, filling out the busy day for the USA. Moises Rodriguez (55 kilograms) will face Sweden’s Joshua Muyinda, and Nnajai Wright (90+ Kilograms) will face Denmark’s David Bakhsh.

Rodriguez will make his international debut against Muyinda at approximately 6:15 a.m. ET in Session 1, Bout 5. Wright will return to the international stage after winning gold at the Brandenburg Cup in July and will go head-to-head with Bakhsh at approximately 8:45 a.m. ET in Session 1 Bout 16. Saturday's bout marks Wright's elite international debut.

Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms) will return to the ring and will also box in Session 1 on Saturday. The New York native will enter the ring against France’s Mohamed Ounai in Bout 8 at approximately 6:45 a.m. ET. Also returning to the ring will be Alexis Proctor, who will square off against Norway's Madeleine Angelsen. Proctor will box in Session 2, Bout 8, at approximately 12:45 p.m. ET.

Friday, April 10 Results

Women’s 54 KG: Jayshannet Zapata, USA vs. Miette Bagutti, SUI W | 5-0

Women’s 57 KG: Deborah Grant, USA vs. Ana Khunjua, BEL W | 5-0

Men’s 60 KG: Yahir Diaz-Martinez, USA vs. Nadir Boulaiz, BEL W | 5-0

Men’s 70 KG: Kentrell Rouser, USA vs. Timm Kellenberger, SUI W | 4-1

USA Opens Strong At 2026 Gee Bee Tournament

In Helsinki Team USA Goes Undefeated On Day One!

(April 10th) USA Boxing’s Elite High-Performance Squad is off to a red-hot start in Helsinki, Finland, for the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament. Team USA secured its first two medals of the tournament after Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms) and Alexis Proctor (65 kilograms) earned unanimous decision victories.

The United States went undefeated with three victories on Thursday, beginning with Jayshannet Zapata (54 kilograms). The New York native made her international debut against Scotland’s Stephanie Kemacha, and after winning the first two rounds 4-1 each, she secured her first international win via a 3-2 decision. Zapata moves on to the quarterfinals, where she will now face Switzerland’s Miette Bagutti in bout four on Friday, beginning at approximately 5:45 a.m. ET.

Following Zapata’s victory, Alexis Proctor (65 kilograms) also secured her first international victory for the United States after earning a 5-0 victory over Sweden’s Dina Daoud. Proctor punched her ticket into the semifinals with the performance, securing her first international medal in the process. She will now face Norway’s Madeleine Angelsen on Saturday.

Rounding out day one for the Stars and Stripes was Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms), who returned to international competition in dominant fashion after earning Team USA’s second 5-0 victory of the day and the first international win of his amateur career.

Jimenez won every judge's vote in all three rounds, including a 10-8 score in the third round over Norway’s Yusup Jama Yusup, advancing the New York native into his bracket's semifinals. With Thursday’s win, Jimenez assured his first international medal, and he will now face France’s Mohamed Ounai on Saturday.

Thursday, April 9 Results

Women’s 54 KG: Jayshannet Zapata, USA vs. Stephanie Kemacha, SCO | W 3-2 Women’s 65 KG: Alexis Proctor, USA vs. Dina Daoud, SWE | W 5-0

Men’s 65 KG: Dustin Jimenez vs. Yusup Jama Yusup, NOR | W 5-0

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