Jojo talks about his rise in boxing and his dedication to education.

Young Joliet boxer winning awards, wants to pursue nursing – Shaw Local

The article was written by Denise Unland of the Herald News, click above to see full article

The article mentions Joseph Awinongya Jr winning the USA Boxing Nationals 2022 for his weight class 145lbs. Awinongya is also pursuing a nursing career, following in the footsteps of his mother. He aims to receive his associate degree from Joliet Junior College in May and earn his bachelor’s degree by age 18. He began boxing at age four, and his father Joseph Awinongya Sr., a former professional boxer, is his main trainer. Awinongya Jr. takes pride in showing his developed arms to his father and said he feels stronger now that he’s “growing up.”