World Boxing Unveils Rankings for Elite Division

World Boxing has recently announced its inaugural world rankings, showcasing a dynamic display of talent from the USA Boxing Elite High Performance program. This exciting update features 12 athletes representing Team USA, with a significant emphasis on women’s boxing, as seven women are distinguished among the ranks. Yoseline Perez from Houston, Texas, shines as the standout figure, securing a commendable fourth-place position in the women’s 54-kilogram category.

Yoseline Perez’s impressive accomplishment is a testament to her dedication and skill within the ring. Over the past year, she has consistently performed at a high level, earning three silver medals and one gold medal in various World Boxing events. Notably, her recent silver medal at the inaugural World Boxing Championships in Liverpool, England, is a significant highlight. During this championship, Perez faced and triumphed over two athletes who have already qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics, only to narrowly miss gold against a seasoned opponent from Chinese Taipei in a gripping 3-2 decision.

Naomi Graham is another prominent name on the women’s side, currently ranked eighth in the 75-kilogram division, making her the only other United States female athlete in the top 10. The list of women’s rankings continues with Morelle McCane and Marie-Angelis Rosendo, both holding the 13th position in their respective weight classes of 65 kilograms and 70 kilograms. Additionally, Jennifer Lozano stands at 17th in the 51-kilogram class, while Alyssa Mendoza and Jajaira Gonzalez round out the women’s representation with 20th place rankings in the 57 and 60-kilogram categories, respectively.

On the men’s side of the rankings, Malachi Georges has made a name for himself, securing the highest ranking among American male boxers at eighth in the 90-kilogram class. Close behind him, Carlos Flowers, Robby Gonzales, and Kelvin Watts each hold the 13th ranking in the men’s 70, 80, and 90+ kilograms divisions. Rene Camacho completes the list of ranked men’s athletes from the U.S. with a 19th place in the 65-kilogram category, showcasing the breadth of talent present across all weight classes.

For those interested in the comprehensive rankings, the USA’s elite boxers’ standings are systematically organized in the table below, detailing athlete names, hometowns, weight classes, specific rankings, and total accrued points. To delve deeper into the complete World Boxing rankings, please follow this link.