Jenifer Alcorn

Jenifer Lynn Alcorn (born July 15, 1970) is a retired, undefeated WIBA, IWBF, and IBA World Champion female professional boxer.[1][2]

Jenifer Alcorn
Statistics
Real nameJennifer Lynn Alcorn
Weight(s)Lightweight
NationalityAmerican
Born (1970-07-15) July 15, 1970
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Stanceorthodox
Boxing record
Total fights18
Wins18
Wins by KO11
Losses0
Draws0
No contests0

Alcorn grew up in Le Grand, California and later moved to Fresno. She was well known in Fresno athletic circles before beginning her career as a boxer. She was a stand-out high school athlete and attended California State University, Fresno.

Despite only having six amateur bouts, Alcorn fought in the women's nationals, 1999 USA Boxing National Championships, losing a 10-1 decision to eventual silver medalist Jean Martin of Brooklyn, N.Y. in the 139 pound quarterfinals.

Alcorn then launched a professional boxing career, with one goal above all others.....to set an example of achievement and success through hard work for her children.

She made her pro debut on July 2, 1999 in Fresno, where she TKO'd Robyn Covino in 0:59 seconds of the first round.

Alcorn eventually stepped up her level of competition by taking on undefeated Jessica Rakoczy, for the vacant IWBF Lightweight title. Alcorn won a ten-round split (96-94 92-98 98-92) decision over Rakoczy, by carrying the fight to Rakoczy aggressively.[3]

On April 19, 2003 at Selland Arena in Fresno, Alcorn won an eight-round unanimous (78-74 77-75 77-75) decision over Mia St. John.

On December 11, 2003 at Palace Indian Gaming Center in Lemoore, California, Alcorn won a ten-round split (96-93 96-93 94-95) decision over Melissa Del Valle for the vacant WIBA Lightweight title. Alcorn was knocked down by a left hook in the second round, and Del Valle landed effectively with overhand rights throughout the bout. However, Del Valle faded in the late going and Alcorn won the critical late rounds. Alcorn remained undefeated at 18-0-0 (11 KO) while Del Valle fell to 28-4-1 (11 KO).

Soon after the Del Valle fight, Alcorn announced her retirement from boxing on February 5, 2004, citing the stress that her boxing career placed on her children. saying "After eight years of training, I know I'll feel the effects of walking away, but I've seen fighters stay in too long, and I've seen the effect it has on their mind and body. By going out on top, the worst I'll be is a former 3-time World Champion. Every good thing has to come to an end." She says she will continue her work with the Fresno State women's basketball team and her fitness training business.

Alcorn and her family appeared on the October 9, 2006 episode of the U.S. version of Wife Swap.[4]

Alcorn also runs a successful 'bootcamp' style workout routine called Team JIB JAB for those who want to better themselves through diet and exercise.

Professional boxing record
Professional record summary
18 fights 18 wins 0 losses
By knockout 11 0
By decision 7 0
Draws 0
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
18 Win Melissa Del Valle SD 2003-12-11 Palace Indian Gaming Center, Lemoore, California, USA vacant Women's International Boxing Association World lightweight title
17 Win Franchesca Alcanter TKO 2003-10-02 Palace Indian Gaming Center, Lemoore, California, USA
16 Win Mia St. John UD 2003-04-19 Selland Arena, Fresno, California, USA
15 Win Jessica Rakoczy SD 2003-01-17 Palace Indian Gaming Center, Lemoore, California, USA vacant International Women's Boxing Federation World lightweight title
14 Win Cheryl Nance TKO 2002-09-29 Palace Indian Gaming Center, Lemoore, California, USA
13 Win Susan Mullett TKO 2002-04-26 Palace Indian Gaming Center, Lemoore, California, USA vacant Women's International Boxing Federation World lightweight title
12 Win Carla Witherspoon UD 2002-02-01 Palace Indian Gaming Center, Lemoore, California, USA
11 Win Lisa Lewis UD 2002-01-17 Centennial Garden Arena, Bakersfield, California, USA
10 Win Carla Witherspoon UD 2001-11-15 Centennial Garden Arena, Bakersfield, California, USA
9 Win Jessica La Pointe TKO 2001-06-24 Coeur d'Alene Casino, Worley, Idaho, USA
8 Win Kimberly Reed K0 2001-04-13 Spa Resort Casino, Palm Springs, California, USA
7 Win Lisa Lovell KO 2000-10-13 Spa Resort Casino, Palm Springs, California, USA
6 Win Willicia Moorehead TKO 2000-09-10 Peppermill Hotel & Casino, Reno, Nevada, USA
5 Win Imelda Arias TKO 2000-07-28 Selland Arena, Fresno, California, USA
4 Win Kanako Kudo TKO 2000-05-11 Table Mountain Casino, Friant, California, USA
3 Win Kelly Whaley UD 2000-03-31 Spa Resort Casino, Palm Springs, California, USA
2 Win Chris Sepulvado TKO 1999-09-04 Casino West, Yerington, Nevada, USA
1 Win Robyn Covino TKO 1999-07-02 Fresno Fair Pavilion, Fresno, California, USA
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References
  1. "Watch now: byYou News/Public Affairs - San Joaquin Spotlight: Jenifer Alcorn - ValleyPBS Video". Retrieved 18 July 2017.
  2. Editor, Jon MatsuneSentinel Sports. "Boxing: Fired-up Alcorn finishes off foe in 41 seconds". Retrieved 18 July 2017.CS1 maint: extra text: authors list (link)
  3. Radley, Scott (25 April 2015). "Jessica Rakoczy and the fight of her life". TheSpec.com. Retrieved 18 July 2017.
  4. "A FORMER BOXING CHAMPION MOM WHO RUNS HER HOME LIKE AN OLYMPIC COACH SWAPS WITH A WIFE WHO CHAMPIONS RELAXATION AND COMPETITIVE EATING, ON ABC'S "WIFE SWAP" : RealityWanted.com: Reality TV, Game Show, Talk Show, News - All Things Unscripted Social Network Casting Community". www.realitywanted.com. Retrieved 18 July 2017.
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