LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Yokasta Valle, a three-division and five-time world champion, has just solidified her future in boxing by signing a multi-year contract extension with Golden Boy Promotions. The Nicaraguan-born, Costa Rican-raised fighter is on a mission to become a world champion once again and, one day, the undisputed champion of her division. Valle, who holds an impressive 31-3 record with 10 KOs, is determined to reach new heights in her already storied career.
“Signing this contract extension with Golden Boy Promotions is another dream come true,” said Valle. “Working with the best promotional company motivates me to become a world champion again and continue my path to becoming undisputed. With Oscar [De La Hoya] on my team, I know there are big fights ahead. Golden Boy’s platform allows us to grow women’s boxing, and I hope my journey inspires women around the world to see that anything is possible.”
Oscar De La Hoya on Yokasta Valle’s Potential
Golden Boy Chairman and CEO Oscar De La Hoya expressed his excitement about the future of Valle’s career, stating, “Yokasta has already had an incredible career as a world champion in multiple weight classes, and I strongly believe she is just getting started. Everyone in the lighter weight divisions should consider themselves on notice, as Yokasta will be a world champion again.”
Yokasta Valle’s Rise to Boxing Stardom
Currently ranked No. 2 at 105 pounds by both ESPN.com and The Ring Magazine, Valle has built a legacy of tenacity, skill, and perseverance. She has held world titles across three weight classes, including the IBF atomweight, WBO and IBF minimumweight, and WBO and IBF light-flyweight titles.
Valle’s boxing journey began when she moved to Costa Rica at a young age and started training in her early teens, quickly making her mark in a sport traditionally dominated by men. Her passion and rigorous training regimen catapulted her into the spotlight, and in 2016, she won her first world title by capturing the IBF Minimumweight belt, cementing her place as one of Costa Rica’s top athletes.
Looking Ahead: The Path to Becoming Undisputed
With her contract extension, Valle is ready to continue her reign and pursue the ultimate goal: becoming undisputed. As she eyes more significant fights and another world title, her story serves as an inspiration for women in boxing and beyond, proving that hard work and dedication can break down barriers.
Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting next chapter in Yokasta Valle’s incredible career.
