American amateur fighters just sent a massive shockwave across the international boxing landscape. The elite high performance squad representing USA Boxing completely dominated the 2026 Copa America tournament in Girardot, Colombia.
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All 13 roster members secured a podium spot, bringing home an incredible haul of four gold, five silver, and four bronze medals.
Standout performances fueled this historic sweep in South America. Texas native Moises Rodriguez completed a perfect 7-0 tournament run to claim gold in the men’s 55-kilogram division.
2024 Paris Olympian Jennifer Lozano dominated her division to finish 7-0 with another gold medal.
Idaho native Kendra Samargis captured her first international gold, while international debutant Gilbert Kabamba went undefeated to secure the final gold medal.
This incredible achievement highlights the immense depth of the American amateur program. National Development Coach Edward Fonteneaux led his roster to a staggering collective record.
These rising athletes have earned vital international experience as they target the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
This dominant international campaign is a testament that the future of the sport remains incredibly bright for the United States.
The legendary grit of USA Boxing was proudly displayed inside the ring. This young team showed the entire world that they possess the elite skill necessary to collect global hardware.
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