Travis Kauffman

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Travis Kauffman
Born (1985-08-21) August 21, 1985 (age 38)
Other namesMy Time
Statistics
Height6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
Reach76 in (193 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights37
Wins32
Wins by KO23
Losses4
No contests1

Travis Kauffman (born August 21, 1985) is an American former professional boxer.

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Background and amateur career

Kauffman was born and raised alongside his brother Jason, in Reading, Pennsylvania. Kauffman's father, Marshall, a former 7–1 amateur boxer who gave up a career to raise the boys, began training his sons from a young age. After taking some time off from the sport during his upbringing and being sent to local juvenile detention centers, Kauffman returned to an amateur career; at age 15 he won the Middle Atlantic tournament, then was selected for the 2001 junior Olympic team. [1] Despite his mother passing away just a week before he was scheduled to compete, Kauffman finished third. Unfortunately, he had also neglected to inform his probation officer he was leaving the country and was disciplined for this on his return. At age 17, Kauffman made it to the semifinals of the 2003 National Golden Gloves Super Heavyweight tournament, where he was defeated by 23-year-old Travis Walker. Upon graduating high school, Kauffman attended Northern Michigan University on a full scholarship to box, but left the school after two months and won gold at the 2004 Police Athletic League national tournament. In 2005, Kauffman was undefeated in international tournaments, which include a finals win over 2000 Olympic bronze medalist Vugar Alakbarov, in a fight in which Kauffman fought southpaw due to an ailing right wrist. [1] Kauffman also won a national silver medal in 2005.

Professional career

After compiling a 52–12 amateur record over four years and achieving the number one ranking, Kauffman made his professional debut in 2006. He won via second-round KO.

On December 5, 2008, Kauffman made his national TV debut with a third-round knockout (KO) of once-beaten Malachy Farrell (who outweighed Kauffman by 60 lb) on ShoBox: The New Generation . Kauffman followed up with a pair of early knockouts against clubfighters Cliff Couser and southpaw Livin Castillo.

In 2009, he was knocked out by Tony Grano. Kauffman asked Grano for a rematch but was turned down several times. He then fought Mike Miller, winning a shut-out unanimous decision (UD). Kauffman followed this up with a two-round knockout of Chris Koval and picked up the WBF intertitle.

This led to a promotional agreement with Empire Sports and Entertainment. Kauffman was released by Empire and then re-signed in 2012 with the same promoter using the name Greg Cohen Promotions.

Kauffman was then 21–1 with 16 KOs. On December 17, 2010, he fought Ross Thompson and won by DQ. He then fought Sean Williams, whom he knocked out in one round. Kauffman fought Charles Davis, winning a seven-round UD, as the fight was stopped due to rain. In February 2013, Kauffman vs Willie Perryman ended in a second-round knockout win that put Kauffman to 24–1, with 18 KOs. At that time, he was ranked 14th by the WBA.

Kauffman won an eight-round unanimous decision over Arron Lyons in August 2013. Then in September 2013 Kauffman beat Stacy Frazier in two short rounds, breaking Frazier's ribs, to move to 26–1, 19 KOs, and was ranked 10th by the WBA.

Kauffman fought Jason Barnett on November 30, 2013, breaking his ribs in the fight but earning a first-round knockout win and the WBU interim heavyweight title.

Kauffman took on Vincent Thompson on January 25, 2014, out-working him over ten rounds and winning the WBA federation title that became Kauffman's third minor belt. Kauffman is currently on a 10-fight win streak. Kauffman has started to work with trainer Nassim Richardson and has help from Al Cole, a former cruiserweight title holder.

A December 15, 2015 fight against world title challenger Chris Arreola was ruled a majority decision for Arreola but was later changed to no contest. [2] Kauffman and a significant number of media outlets felt he had won the fight.

At Santander Arena, in his hometown of Reading, Pennsylvania on September 9, 2016, Kauffman scored a second-round TKO over Josh Gormley. [3]

On March 17, 2017, Kauffman fought Amir Mansour in a Fight of the Year candidate, losing via split decision.

Kauffman then faced former interim WBA Heavyweight Champion Luis Ortiz, in his second fight since being handed his first professional defeat at the hands of Deontay Wilder. Kauffman was defeated via tenth-round TKO.

Personal life

Kauffman is a single father of three boys; Travis Jr., Christopher, and Jeremiah. Kauffman also adopted and raised two children who are now older, Julius and Neveah. [1]

Kauffman's father Marshall, who is also his trainer, also trained former world champion Kermit Cintron.

In 2004, Kauffman was arrested after selling marijuana to an undercover police officer. [4]

In 2008, Kauffman was charged with rape but was later acquitted, [4] and in 2015, he received two years' probation after pleading guilty to charges of resisting arrest. [4]

Professional boxing record

37 fights32 wins4 losses
By knockout233
By decision81
By disqualification10
No contests1
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
37Loss32–4 (1) Flag of Sweden.svg Otto Wallin TKO5 (10) 1:23Aug 15, 2020 Flag of the United States.svg Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Connecticut, U.S.
36Loss32–3 (1) Flag of Cuba.svg Luis Ortiz TKO10 (10), 1:55Dec 1, 2018 Flag of the United States.svg Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
35Win32–2 (1) Flag of the United States.svg Scott AlexanderMD10Jun 10, 2018 Flag of the United States.svg Pioneer Event Center, Lancaster, California, U.S.
34Loss31–2 (1) Flag of the United States.svg Amir Mansour MD12Mar 17, 2017 Flag of the United States.svg Santander Arena, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
33Win31–1 (1) Flag of the United States.svg Josh GormleyTKO2 (10)Sep 9, 2016 Flag of the United States.svg Santander Arena, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
32ND30–1 (1) Flag of the United States.svg Chris Arreola NC12Dec 12, 2015 Flag of the United States.svg AT&T Center, San Antonio, Texas, U.S.Originally a split decision victory for Arreola; later changed to a no contest after he failed a drugs test
31Win30–1 Flag of Colombia.svg Epifanio MendozaKO2 (8), 0:30Sep 18, 2015 Flag of the United States.svg The Claridge Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
30Win29–1 Flag of the United States.svg Richard CarmackTKO1 (6), 2:47Aug 14, 2015 Flag of the United States.svg Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
29Win28–1 Flag of the United States.svg Vincent ThompsonUD10Jan 25, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Sands Bethlehem, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, U.S.Won WBA interim Fedelatin heavyweight title
28Win27–1 Flag of the United States.svg Jason BarnettKO1 (8), 2:59Nov 30, 2013 Flag of the United States.svg Santander Arena, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
27Win26–1 Flag of the United States.svg Stacy FrazierRTD2 (8)Sep 21, 2013 Flag of the United States.svg Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.
26Win25–1 Flag of the United States.svg Arron LyonsUD8Aug 23, 2013 Flag of the United States.svg Valley Forge Casino and Resort, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, U.S.
25Win24–1 Flag of the United States.svg Willie PerrymanTKO2 (6)Feb 15, 2013 Flag of the United States.svg Omni New Daisy Theater, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.
24Win23–1 Flag of the United States.svg Charles Davis TD7 (8)Aug 11, 2012 Flag of the United States.svg Gameface Sports Complex, Temple, Pennsylvania, U.S.Fight stopped due to rainfall
23Win22–1 Flag of the United States.svg Sean WilliamsTKO1 (6)Aug 20, 2011 Flag of the United States.svg Field House, Virginia Beach, Virginia, U.S.
22Win21–1 Flag of the United States.svg Ross ThompsonDQ4 (6)Dec 17, 2010 Flag of the United States.svg Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville, Pennsylvania, U.S.Thompson disqualified for excessive holding
21Win20–1 Flag of the United States.svg Chris KovalTKO2 (10)May 22, 2010 Flag of the United States.svg Sovereign Center, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.Won vacant WBF Intercontinental heavyweight title
20Win19–1 Flag of the United States.svg Mike MillerUD6Feb 27, 2010 Flag of the United States.svg Rodeway Inn, Allentown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
19Loss18–1 Flag of the United States.svg Tony Grano KO4 (10)Sep 18, 2009 Flag of the United States.svg Chumash Casino, Santa Ynez, California, U.S.
18Win18–0 Flag of the United States.svg William ShahanTKO1 (8)Aug 7, 2009 Flag of the United States.svg Buffalo Bill's Star Arena, Primm, Nevada, U.S.
17Win17–0 Flag of Ecuador.svg Livin CastilloTKO3 (8)May 30, 2009 Flag of the United States.svg Sovereign Center, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
16Win16–0 Flag of the United States.svg Cliff Couser KO1 (6)Feb 7, 2009 Flag of the United States.svg Honda Center, Anaheim, California, U.S.
15Win15–0 Flag of the United States.svg Ken MurphyKO2 (6)Jan 16, 2009 Flag of the United States.svg Osage Million Dollar Elm. Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.
14Win14–0 Flag of the United States.svg Malachy FarrellTKO3 (8)Dec 5, 2008 Flag of the United States.svg Chumash Casino Resort, Santa Ynez, California, U.S.
13Win13–0 Flag of the United States.svg Josh GutcherTKO1 (8)Sep 13, 2008 Flag of the United States.svg Riveredge Hotel, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
12Win12–0 Flag of the United States.svg Travis Fulton TKO2 (6)Jul 19, 2008 Flag of the United States.svg Civic Arena, Saint Joseph, Missouri, U.S.
11Win11–0 Flag of the United States.svg Octavius SmithTKO1 (4)Jun 26, 2008 Flag of the United States.svg Main Street Armory, Rochester, New York, U.S.
10Win10–0 Flag of the United States.svg Dan WhetzelUD8Apr 19, 2007 Flag of the United States.svg Michael's Eighth Avenue, Glen Burnie, Maryland, U.S.
9Win9–0 Flag of the United States.svg Kevin HoodKO2 (4)Mar 30, 2007 Flag of the United States.svg Phoenixville Area High School, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, U.S.
8Win8–0 Flag of the United States.svg Joe StofleTKO3 (6)Mar 10, 2007 Flag of the United States.svg The Riveredge Hotel, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
7Win7–0 Flag of the United States.svg Allen PrescottKO2 (6)Sep 9, 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Sovereign Center, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
6Win6–0 Flag of the United States.svg James McCloskeyTKO1 (4) Aug 12, 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Thomas & Mack Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
5Win5–0 Flag of the United States.svg David CleageUD6May 12, 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Sovereign Center, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
4Win4–0 Flag of the United States.svg Mike MillerUD4Mar 31, 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Lancaster Host Resort, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, U.S.
3Win3–0 Flag of the United States.svg Robert BellTKO1 (4) Mar 18, 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Boardwalk Hall Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
2Win2–0 Flag of the United States.svg Benny BlandKO1 (4)Feb 17, 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Riveredge Restaurant, Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
1Win1–0 Flag of the United States.svg Jerome BoyerTKO2 (4)Jan 26, 2006 Flag of the United States.svg Michael's Eighth Avenue, Glen Burnie, Maryland, U.S.

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