Derrick James

Derrick James
Personal information
Born (1972-01-23) January 23, 1972 (age 54)
Dallas, Texas, US
WeightSuper Middleweight
Boxing career
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights29
Wins21
Win by KO12
Losses7
No contests1

Derrick James (born January 23, 1972) is an American boxing trainer and former professional boxer.

Boxing career

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.

Training career

James is the current trainer of Jermell Charlo, Ryan Garcia and Frank Martin. In addition, he is the previous trainer of Errol Spence and Anthony Joshua.

Professional Boxing Record

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.

Honors

References

  1. ↑ January 2023, Danny Gilfillan on 12th (January 12, 2023). "Who Is Derrick James? The Man Likely To Be Anthony Joshua's New Trainer". boxing-social.com. Retrieved January 15, 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  2. ↑ Salazar, Francisco (May 19, 2023). "Ryan Garcia picks Derrick James as new head trainer". The Ring. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
  3. ↑ "Anthony Joshua sticks with Ben Davison and reveals parting words to Derrick James". The Independent. January 15, 2024. Retrieved January 15, 2024.