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Derrick James | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 23, 1972 |
| Nationality | American |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Super Middleweight |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 29 |
| Wins | 21 |
| Wins by KO | 12 |
| Losses | 7 |
| No contests | 1 |
Derrick James (born January 23, 1972) is an American boxing trainer and former professional boxer.
James' boxing record was 21-7-1 (12 TKOs). He is a two-time winner of Texas State Golden Gloves and won a Bronze Medal at the U.S. Olympic Festival.
James is the current trainer of Jermell Charlo, Ryan Garcia and Frank Martin. [1] [2] In addition, he is the previous trainer of Errol Spence and Anthony Joshua. [3]
| 29 fights | 21 wins | 7 losses |
|---|---|---|
| By knockout | 12 | 4 |
| By decision | 9 | 3 |
| No contests | 1 | |
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | Win | 21-7 (1) | Martin Verdin | TKO | May 31, 2008 | Fair Park, Dallas, U.S. | |
| 28 | Loss | 20-7 (1) | Chris Henry | TKO | Aug 2, 2007 | Grand Plaza Hotel, Houston, U.S. | |
| 27 | NC | 20-7 (1) | Tim Harris | NC | Apr 21, 2007 | Silverado Ranch, Irving, U.S. | Both boxers injured by accidental head clash |
| 26 | Win | 19-7 | Trenice Brown | TKO | Mar 2, 2007 | Bella Aida Gardens, Houston, U.S. |
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