Joseph Awinongya Sr.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Joseph Awinongya Sr. is a celebrated boxing coach and former professional boxer from Ghana, widely recognized for his exceptional coaching that has produced numerous champions, including his son, Joseph 'JoJo' Awinongya Jr., who is a 21-time national champion and a hopeful for the 2028 Olympic Games. After relocating to the United States, Joseph Sr. transitioned from his professional boxing career to coaching, where his impact on young athletes has been immense. Known for his motivational speaking and dedication to community outreach, Joseph Sr. is a mentor to many, both in and out of the boxing world. His deep knowledge of the sport, combined with a passion for shaping future champions, has solidified his reputation as one of the top coaches in the sport.
Career[edit | edit source]
Notable fighters he trained include Ahmed El Mousaoui trained under Joseph Awinongya Sr. during his early career. Patrick Allotey – A professional boxer from Ghana who has competed at the world level and gained insights from Awinongya's methods. Fredrick Lawson – A Ghanaian welterweight boxer, known for his toughness and skill, who has connections to Joseph Awinongya Sr.’s boxing networks. Osumanu Adama is a notable boxer who has been trained by Joseph Awinongya Sr. Adama, a middleweight boxer from Ghana, fought for the WBA and IBO World Middleweight Titles against Gennady "Triple G" Golovkin in 2014. Although he did not win the fight, the match was a significant moment in his career. Joseph Awinongya Sr. played an instrumental role in Adama's training and development, preparing him for the world title fight and other significant bouts in his career. Osumanu Adama’s partnership with Joseph Sr. highlights the coach’s influence on elite-level African fighters, especially those competing internationally at the highest levels.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Joseph Awinongya Sr. is a celebrated boxing coach and former professional boxer from Ghana, widely recognized for his exceptional coaching that has produced numerous champions, including his son, Joseph 'JoJo' Awinongya Jr., who is a 21-time national champion and a hopeful for the 2028 Olympic Games. After relocating to the United States, Joseph Sr. transitioned from his professional boxing career to coaching, where his impact on young athletes has been immense. Known for his motivational speaking and dedication to community outreach, Joseph Sr. is a mentor to many, both in and out of the boxing world. His deep knowledge of the sport, combined with a passion for shaping future champions, has solidified his reputation as one of the top coaches in the sport.
Reference links:
Boxrec: https://boxrec.com/en/proboxer/40198
Interviews or Articles on his Coaching Career: https://www.newcity.com/2012/03/01/ring-truth-the-strange-odyssey-of-a-boxer-his-manager-and-the-woman-who-promotes-them/
myjoyonline: https://www.myjoyonline.com/my-father-inspired-me-to-start-boxing-joseph-awinongya-jnr/
Documentary or Feature Film Links: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9176784/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joseph_awinongya/?hl=en