Floyd Schofield

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Floyd Schofield
Born (2002-08-27) August 27, 2002 (age 22)
Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Other namesKid Austin
Statistics
Weight(s) Lightweight
Height5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights18
Wins18
Wins by KO12

Floyd Schofield (born August 27, 2002) is an American professional boxer who competes in the lightweight division.

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Early life

Schofield had a very tough upbringing. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey he moved to Austin, Texas hence his nickname. His father gained custody of him when he was 2 years old but they struggled financially, being homeless and begging for money. This led to Schofield entering the sport of boxing at age 8. He has stated that Sugar Ray Robinson is his idol. [1]

Amateur career

Schofield won numerous titles as an amateur and finished up with a record 180–20. [2]

Professional career

Schofield's early pro performances caught the eye of boxing legend Oscar de La Hoya who ended up signing him to his Golden Boy Promotions. [3] Since signing with Golden Boy, Schofield has appeared on may big cards including Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia. [4]

WBC lightweight championship

Schofield vs. Stevenson

Schofield is scheduled to challenge Shakur Stevenson for his WBC lightweight title on February 22, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. [5]

Professional boxing record

18 fights18 wins0 losses
By knockout120
By decision50
By disqualification10
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
18Win18–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Rene Tellez GironUD122 Nov 2024 Flag of the United States.svg The Theater at Virgin Hotels, Las Vegas, Nevada
17Win17–0 Flag of the Dominican Republic.svg Estueri SueroDQ5 (8), 2:0716 Mar 2024 Flag of the United States.svg Chelsea Ballroom, Las Vegas, Nevada
16Win16–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Ricardo Lopez TorresTKO1 (10), 1:512 Dec 2023 Flag of the United States.svg Toyota Center, Houston, Texas
15Win15–0 Flag of the United States.svg Haskell RhodesUD108 Jul 2023 Flag of the United States.svg AT&T Center, San Antonio, Texas
14Win14–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Jesus Valentin LeonKO2 (10), 2:0822 Apr 2023 Flag of the United States.svg T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
13Win13–0 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Alberto MachadoUD1028 Jan 2023 Flag of the United States.svg YouTube Theater, Inglewood, California
12Win12–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Daniel RosasKO1 (8), 1:3710 Oct 2022 Flag of the United States.svg Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, Indio, California
11Win11–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Rodrigo GuerreroRTD5 (8), 3:006 Aug 2022 Flag of the United States.svg Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, Texas
10Win10–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Juan Antonio LopezKO6 (8), 1:1021 May 2022 Flag of the United States.svg Davies Boxing and Fitness, San Antonio, Texas
9Win9–0 Flag of the United States.svg Julio SanchezKO1 (8), 2:0826 Feb 2022 Flag of the United States.svg Davies Boxing and Fitness, San Antonio, TexasWon vacant ABF intercontinental lightweight title
8Win8–0 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Pedro Vincente ScharbaaiUD822 Oct 2021 Flag of the United States.svg Davies Boxing and Fitness, San Antonio, TexasWon vacant NABF junior super featherweight title
7Win7–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Roberto Almazan MonrealKO2 (6), 1:0120 Aug 2021 Flag of the United States.svg Davies Boxing and Fitness, San Antonio, Texas Won vacant TCSP Texas super featherweight title
6Win6–0 Flag of the United States.svg Darryl HayesPTS619 Jun 2021 Flag of the United States.svg Buckhead Fight Club, Atlanta, Georgia
5Win5–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Danny FloresTKO3 (6), 2:5921 May 2021 Flag of the United States.svg Bryan Glazer Family JCC Auditorium, Tampa, Florida
4Win4–0 Flag of the United States.svg Mike FowlerTKO1 (4), 1:373 Apr 2021 Flag of the United States.svg Buckhead Fight Club, Atlanta, Georgia
3Win3–0 Flag of the United States.svg Jonathan CondeKO1 (4), 2:295 Mar 2021 Flag of the United States.svg Osceola Heritage Park, Kissimmee, Florida
2Win2–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Cesar Valencia AguilarTKO2 (4), 0:2730 Jan 2021 Flag of Mexico.svg Big Punch Arena, Tijuana, Mexico
1Win1–0 Flag of the United States.svg Richard EsquibelKO1 (4), 1:409 Oct 2020 Flag of the United States.svg Osceola Heritage Park, Kissimmee, Florida

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References

  1. ↑ "NEW FACES: FLOYD SCHOFIELD". ringtv. 17 October 2022. Retrieved 9 July 2024.
  2. ↑ "Floyd Schofield vs. Ricardo Lopez Torres Stats: Age, Height, Weight, Reach, Net Worth, Record, and More". essentiallysports. 1 December 2023. Retrieved 9 July 2024.
  3. ↑ "UNBEATEN TALENT FLOYD SCHOFIELD SIGNS CO-PROMOTIONAL DEAL WITH GOLDEN BOY". ringtv. 18 August 2022. Retrieved 9 July 2024.
  4. ↑ "Floyd Schofield aka Kid Austin To Strut Stuff on Davis Garcia Card". rnyfights. 21 April 2023. Retrieved 9 July 2024.
  5. ↑ Iskenderov, Parviz (5 December 2024). "Shakur Stevenson vs Floyd Schofield set for Feb on Beterbiev-Bivol 2 undercard". FIGHTMAG.
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