Frederick McKinley Jones 09-12-2011, 04:35 PM. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Roy is most definitely complex. Before ending it just over 2 minutes later with a leaping left hand shot that literally turned Griffin to Jelly! The final act of disrespect, was what Jones called it in a New York Times piece.Theres certain things you dont do to a man. The Committee presented Jones with the Olympic Order in September 1997, but this belated consolation prize was no substitute for the medal that was stolen. In addition, Jones has done a lot of motivational speaking, primarily to younger people. I liked his vibe and the advice he gave me. The perfect ending in his career could have been after defeating John Ruiz in 2003 for the World Boxing Association (WBA) heavyweight title. For his next fight, he faced the more experienced Stephan Johnson in Atlantic City, beating him by a knockout in round eight. On the 1st March 2003, Roy Jones Jr defeated John Ruiz for the WBA heavyweight title in Las Vegas. It doesnt take an accumulation of punches to mess you up. (Lorraine Taylor/Fox News Digital). Sometimes however its just simply best to watch a man in motion! But Jones does not fight just for the sake of fighting. Emmitt Smith (Escambia High, 1987) Enshrined as running back in 2010 into Pro Football Hall of Fame. Jones finished with a record of 66 wins, nine losses and all of those losses after turning 30. This is what makes his style. He brought world audiences with several title bouts in Pensacola televised on Home Box Office and pay-per-view. Too many to mention as seen throughout the article and in the above video, though Roy Jones Jrs full boxing record is available to view here. Roy Jones Jr. trains an aspiring fighter at his gym in Pensacola, Florida. Won Silver Medal at 1988 Olympic Games. His skill so dwarfs that of his nearest ranked oppositionthat providing competitive opponents is a more challenging dilemma than the fights themselves. The expert opinion ofBoxing magazines editor, Bert Sugar, is provided on Jones website: He possesses the fastest hands in boxing with lightning fast moves and explosive power in both hands. After lost the World Boxing Council light heavyweight crown to Jones in a 1996 unanimous decision, Mike McCallum called Jones the greatest fighter of all time., Jones mastery extends beyond mere strength and speed, however. Inside the spectacular home, Jones Jr. has three bedrooms including his master suite, four bathrooms and such a big kitchen that he has fitted two kitchen islands in there. He avenged that loss five months later with a quick stoppage against Griffin. From the way he trains and teaches you to replicate footwork, speed and precision power, theres no one like it. The boxer has three dogs along with pet snakes, that fans may have seen from his viral YouTube videos, showcasing his expert snake-handling skills. This behavior never really changed; if anything it became more brutal as Roy Jr. grew up. One of Pensacola's greatest athletes, among. "If my athlete affiliations can help rectify the situation why wouldnt I try?" fight lasted the full 8 rounds and was declared a draw, Amateur, Professional, Trainer, Commentator, Rapper. He offered direction and useful discipline to numerous youths, and steered many of them away from trouble. After he won the heavyweight title? He had seven of his. Chris Eubank Jr believes he may have found the perfect trainer to help him achieve his potential in Roy Jones Jr. Then in the fourth round, Jones became the first fighter in CompuBox history to go an entire round without being hit by his opponent. Using his fighting birds as an image for his own predicament, Jones said in the sameSports Illustrated piece: I spent all my life in my dads cage. It was part of the Island Fights series. Father, an exfighter, was Roy Jr.s boxing teacher.Education: Graduate from Washington High in Pensacola in 1987. Something which would subsequently see Jones disqualified and lose his title. Boxing is his profession, but he has loads of other passions. Quoted on Jones website, former heavyweight champion George Foreman said Joneshits like a heavyweight and moves like a lightweight,. A man with strong religious convictionswhich he expresses without any self-righteousnessJones never bothers with the trash-talking so many boxers use topsyche out opponents. "Jones, Roy Jr. 1969 It is very rare for a fighter to discuss the long-term effects of the sport, but Jones is honest about the risks entailed. Since the ref did not tell him to halt his attack, Jones hit Griffin with two more punches, the second one hard enough to knock him out. Dmitry Korotayev/Kommersant Photo/Getty Images Jones made his professional debut in Pensacola in 1989. In a March 1997 fight against Montell Griffin, Jones had to work hard to gain an edge. Los Angeles. Received 100. It enabled him to stage HBO fights in Pensacola and bring other aspiring Pensacola boxers to an prelude undercard in these bouts. /KO1996 Best Pound-for-Pound Fighter in the World and 1996 Best Fighter in the World (in poll of boxing experts). Giving away 36lbs in the process, Jones weighed in at 193 lbs and Ruiz at 226 lb, Jones won by unanimous decision and became the first former middleweight title holder to win a heavyweight title in 106 years. Listen to Roy Jones Jr Music on Spotify, Apple Music or wherever you get your music. WNBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner is escorted to a courtroom for a hearing, in Khimki just outside Moscow, Russia, Monday, June 27, 2022. But for him, vindication can come only when the decision is officially overturned. I was in pain all day, every day, I was so scared of my father. For his next fight, he faced the more experienced Stephan Johnson in Atlantic City, beating him by a knockout in round eight. But the judgesdecidedagainsthim, 3-2. ." After one more KO, Jones went the distance for the first time against future world champion Jorge Castro, winning a 10-round decision in front of a USA Network national audience. He refused to set up matches against any serious contenders, and stuck instead with second-or third-raters. Essentially, Jones did not lose a fight from 1989 until 2004 in a TKO lost against fellow Floridian Antonio Tarver. Won Golden Gloves in 1986 and 1987. In addition to being a great athlete, Jones is intelligent and sensitiveand he does not want those qualities diminished. RAPPER. But the International Olympic Committee has refused to overturn the scandalous decision. Roy Sr.s father had been a hard-working laborer, and had been tough on him the way he was on Roy Jr. He said boxing became a very popular sport in the country as a result, and he was asked to train boxers to "help them up their game. He even raises birds himself, though he does not necessarily fight them. Jones landing 86 punches to Parks 32 yet somehow lost a 3-2 decision and thereby was only awarded the Silver medal instead of a deserved Gold. We Are the World Its bad enough being incarcerated but what if you incarcerated in a foreign land where they dont speak your language? Jonescareer finally started to soar. FILE - Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner pauses on the court during the second half of a WNBA basketball game against the Seattle Storm, Sept. 3, 2019, in Phoenix. Producer, composer, arranger, company executive Jones Sr. would lose that fight by KO in the 3rd round and receive only a paltry $1,500 to Leonards $50,000. 655 views 3 years ago Legend Roy Jones jr training boxing contenders to be the next breakout stars. Natlyn attended Florida State University and had aspirations of becoming a lawyer before falling head over heels for Jones Jr. Not a bad resume! Natlyn gave up her dream of becoming a lawyer, however, to be by Jones Jr's side throughout his career and to raise their kids. Son of Roy Sr. and Carol Jones. Undefeated in 46 bouts, Toney was widely rated as the worlds best. Escambia-Pensacola Human Relations Commission 1997 Olive Branch Award, for humanttanianism. This is a shame, because Jones potential has hardly been tested; it is quite likely that he would have prevailed over all the other great middle weights. Mr. Jones, having a lifelong passion for the sport of boxing, has freely opened his home, which includes a self made boxing gym and barn, to countless citizens in Pensacola and various parts of the world. In between, in 2001 Jones would announce his presence in the music industry by releasing Round One: The Album, a rap CD. His body-head Island down in Pensacola and out west coast Las Vegas. Legal Statement. As amateur, record was 121-13. In 2019, Natlyn launched her own boxing gym, She Warrior, in 2019, with the aim to empower women's sport. He was so fast, the guy couldnt lay a glove on Roy. The same article includes a quote from U.S. Olympic Committee director of media services Bob Condron:It was not, in any sense of the word, close. The decision was such a blatant injustice that 50 Korean Buddhist monks went to Jones to express their shame. His father, Roy Jones Sr. was also amiddleweightboxer, as well as aVietnam War hero and veteran who after rescuing another soldier was awarded theBronze Starfor valour. Ring magazine called Jones performance the most dominant of any big fight in 20 years. Griffin took a knee in order to avoid further punishment, and Roy unwisely hit him twice. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File), "So, I thought about it for a little while and one night I was sleeping and it hit me what if it was my daughter stuck in a foreign country?" his staple, opening remark in ringside interviews. Jones won by unanimous decision and scores of 120-108, 119-109 and 118-111 and went on to defend the title three times, twice in 2014 and once in 2015. Reflection: When Pernell Sweet Pea Whitaker and Roy Jones Jr. played basketball against each other. Pensacola Bay Center, Pensacola W-UD. He hopes to someday return to continue his work with the aspiring fighters. Father, an exfighter, was Roy Jr. ' s boxing teacher. Refer to each styles convention regarding the best way to format page numbers and retrieval dates. Roy Jones Jr. trains aspiring boxers at his gym in Pensacola, Florida. Jones leads an extraordinarily active life. See the linked article. 1987 United States National Golden Gloves at 156lbs (71 kg) division. To fully duplicate Bob Fitzsimmons feat of 1896 on the 8th November 2003, Jones returned to the light heavyweight division to regain his championship belt from Antonio Tarver. Heavyweight Championship of the World; As a middleweight who eventually It wasn't until 2004 against fellow Floridian Antonio Tarver in a light-heavyweight title fight. Roy Jones Jr. was set on doing it his way 33 years ago when entering the professional boxing world. Not many boxers are tough enough to admit, as Jones did inUSA Today, that his real desire isto be loved and feel wanted. On another occasion, inSports Illustrated Jones discussed the idea ofliving large, in the ring and out:Sure, Ill do some show-boating in the ringIm the only true performer in the ring today. Jones was an extremely talented fighter who had "savvy", was very quick and could box or punch; He innovated in the ring and was unmatched in his natural ability; In addition to boxing, he was talented in all other sports and in music and acting as well; Jones fought from middleweight to heavyweight and deserves to be ranked among the best that She gave up her potential career as lawyer in order to help raise her three children with Jones Jr. Part of the reason probably is his refusal to market himself as a spectacle merely as a spectacular fighter. USA Today, August 29, 1990, p. 1C; June 13, 1996, p. 14C; September 26, 1997; April 30, 1998, p. 14C. A decorated Vietnam veteran, ex-club fighter, and retired aircraft engineer who had taken up hog farming, Roy Sr. was hard on his son from early on, taunting the child, sparring with him, enraging Roy Jr., yelling at him, and beating the child, often for 20 minutes at a time. The U.S. State Department classified Griner as wrongfully detained in May. There may not be another city of Pensacola's size in America with four former athletes becoming Hall of Famers in three different sports. And he still keeps a flame burning:I will die with a little hope in me, Jones said in aUSA Today piece. Bill Vilonais a retired Pensacola News Journal sports columnist and current senior writer for Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Contemporary Black Biography. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. Then, copy and paste the text into your bibliography or works cited list. From Pensacola to boxing immortality. Jones 75th and final professional fight took place in his hometown of Pensacola, Florida on the 8th February 2018 vs Scott Sigmon in which he won the vacant WBU Cruiserweight title in a one sided unanimous before announcing his retirement. It really made me wonder about what I do automatically., For Jones, fighting is a means to an end, but it is not how he chooses to approach life outside the ringor indefinitely in it either. So Jones often chose Pensacola. 30th March 2020, 1:47 pm. Jones Jr would not fight in any military wars or thereby achieve any such honours but he would go on to be more successful in the ring than his father -whose main claim to fame was that on the 10th June 1977 he fought Marvelous Marvin Hagler on the Sugar Ray Leonard vs Vinnie DeBarros undercard. 9,382 were here. He combined power punches with a flair and charisma that connected with fans across the world. Governor Ron DeSantis told Floridians in a live-stream from his conference room in the Capitol to stay at home to stop the spreading of the disease. Over the course of the 12-round unanimous decision, Jones demonstrated his greatness. Hed pull up in his truck and start lookin for something Id done wrong. Since then, Jones has faced few true challenges. The fight was the most anticipated and biggest fight of the year with Toney actually predicted to win by many experts due to the superior level of competition he had faced. Its all about sports. The separation between him and his father, who was once his trainer, is the most noteworthy. Jones made it clear later in life why he had to part ways. He became the only boxer in the sport's history to begin as a light middleweight and win titles in four different weight classes, ending with a heavyweight title. Captain Hook has added in some personal features, with one including a jukebox located in his dining room, with his favourite hip-hop artists featured. When asked if he had a message to share with Griner, Jones simply said: "Keep God first in everything you do and things will work out.". But the biggest reason is the lack of any fighters in Jones weight division who can push him to his limits. Jones credits the gutsy roosters for helping teach him about being a valiant and shrewd fighter. Roy Jones Jr. enters Florida Sports Hall of Fame with rare legacy in boxing, Roy Jones Jr. fights again in surprise exhibition match at Island Fights 52, When Pernell Sweet Pea Whitaker and Roy Jones Jr. played basketball against each other, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. From that point, Jones lost eight more times, a few of those in brutal fashion. His opponent that day, Canadas Eric Lucas, was widely considered easy pickings for Jones, so a fatiguing basketball game was one way to even the field a little.Knight-Ridder/Tribune News Service quoted Jones as saying, a little defensively perhaps, At least this gives the guy a chance. Clearly, basketball is far more than a casual hobby to Jones. Jones able to take solace from the fact Park himself apologised to Jones afterwards. Russian news media has repeatedly suggested that Griner could be swapped for Russian arms trader Viktor Bout, otherwise known as "The Merchant of Death." Jones, 53, is a dual U.S. and Russian citizen. This service is provided on talkSPORT Ltd's Terms of Use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. His final fight occurred at the Pensacola Bay Center on August 2, 2018 when he defeated Scott Sigman for a cruiserweight title despite breaking his hand. You dont give a kid $2 million and the prestige of a world title. "Everyone thinks how much easier life must get when your boat comes in, but theres a lot of other stuff you have to be ready for too. In 2019, Natlyn launched her own boxing gym, She Warrior, in 2019, with the aim to empower women's sport. Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. has invested in his Florida mansion to make it an amazing home. ManagerRichard Pope, 704 West Michigan Ave., Pensacola, FL 32505. 1984 United States NationalJunior Olympicsat 119lbs (54 kg) division. Even playing a song from the CD during his ring entrance on route to defeating future world champion Clinton Woods by technical knockout in September 2002. St. Louis, Missouri 63131 They still have a good relationship, but Al Merkerson was his trainer. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. This game is dangerous. ." Because each style has its own formatting nuances that evolve over time and not all information is available for every reference entry or article, Encyclopedia.com cannot guarantee each citation it generates. On the 18th November 1994, Roy Jones Jr. faced the #1 ranked pound for pound contender and undefeated IBF super middleweight champion James Lights Out Toney. Jones, a Booker T. Washington High graduate, makes it a Fab Four for Pensacola with enshrined Hall of Fame athletes. Finally, in November 1994, Jones got his chance for a truly sensational match, against JamesLights Out Toney. So who was this guy? In 1995, Roy defended his super middleweight title multiple times firstly knocking out Antoine Byrd in round one, before absolutely pasting former world lightweight champion Vinny Pazienza to defeat in round six. The boxing world was stunned by this outrageous decision. (314) 515-2600 The fight was scored a draw, because, well, its boxing judging. TM & 2023 BoxingScene.All Rights Reserved. By the time RJJ, as he was also known, turned professional, he had already sparred with a whole host of notable champions including Sugar Ray Leonard. Jones continued. Eubank - who has 29 wins and two defeats to his name - moved to work at Jones' remote gym in Pensacola, Florida, when public gyms started closing down across the US because of the pandemic. 1 talking about this. In June of 1999 Jones became the first undisputed ight heavyweight champ since 1985 (when Michael Spinks relinquished that distinction to fight at the heavyweight level), to unify the belts, Jones easily overwhelmed International Boxing Federation (IBF) belt-holder Reggie Johnson in a unanimous decision, with Johnson bleeding heavily down several times, and in trouble the entire fight. The highly-anticipated bout has boxing fans all across the world excited to see two of boxings greats one more time in the ring. FLAT RATE SHIPPING FOR ALL INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS. (Lorraine Taylor/Fox News Digital). Congress of Racial Equality1996 Outstanding Achievement Award. Moreover, Jones also became the first ever fighter to start his career as a junior middleweight and win a heavyweight title. In addition, Jones is one boxer who has provided a positive role model for young people. Roy Jones Jr. trains an aspiring fighter at his gym in Pensacola, Florida. So great was Jones that he essentially did not lose his first fight until he was 35 years-old. Over the course of the 12-round unanimous decision, Jones demonstrated his greatness. Jones aims to select matches that cany big purses, and he has expressed frustration that his weight class is paid is so much less than the heavy-weights are. Sometimes when Jones fights opponents who are far below his caliber, he has to look out for the other mans well-being. Roy Jones Jr. has what some may call a dream house, with his home valued at over 1million with many different features. In fact, he usually keeps it to three or four matches per year. FREE US SHIPPING. I think Roy Jones gets in a ring and beats them all. Therefore, that information is unavailable for most Encyclopedia.com content. Roy Jones, Jr. (Roy Levesta Jones, Junior) BORN: January 16 1969; Pensacola, Florida: HEIGHT 5-11: WEIGHT: . She appeared in court Monday for a preliminary hearing. Roy Jones Jr and Jodi Solomon proudly introduce their commercial and professional boxing gym. Don Sutton (Tate High, 1963 graduate) Enshrined as pitcher in 1998 into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. . Jones Jr was born on January 16, 1969, making him 51 years old. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window), Eubank Jr defeated James DeGale at The O2 last year. At the time of the games, Jones reacted with dignity, accepting the silver medal despite the gross affront that had occurred. 1990-07-14: Tony Waddles: 0 2 0: Bayfront Auditorium, Pensacola W-KO. Knight-Ridder/TribuneNews Service, June 14, 1996. Qs Ne, Jones, James Earl 1931 BRITTNEY GRINER APPEARS IN RUSSIAN COURTROOM, CRIMINAL TRIAL DATE SET, FILE - Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner pauses on the court during the second half of a WNBA basketball game against the Seattle Storm, Sept. 3, 2019, in Phoenix. But if I can get her home, and they say theyre willing to do a prisoner swap and somebody here is willing to do that then lets make it happen. Roy Sr. did everything possible to expand the program and help more kids. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. What people might be most envious of in this mansion is Jones Jr.s own, personal full-sized basketball court. Jones fought 24 times in Pensacola at four different venues -- Bay Center, former Bayfront Auditorium, Interstate Fairgrounds and one fight at the UWF Field House. Jones wanted to steer clear of allegiance and obligation to boxing's two biggest all-time promoters, Bob Arum and Don King. WNBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner is escorted to a courtroom for a hearing, in Khimki just outside Moscow, Russia, Monday, June 27, 2022. He can be reached atbvilona@bluewahoos.com. She faces up to 10 years in prison if she's convicted. Cite this article Pick a style below, and copy the text for your bibliography. It was famous for being the home gym of boxer Roy Jones, Jr. and the namesake of his company "Square Ring Promotions." After sustaining nearly $200,000 of damage during Hurricane Ivan, it was sold to Mike Bass in October 2004 and razed in 2005 to make way for the Court of North Hill development. "I dont do all that. The current interim WBA super-middleweight champion has enjoyed a revival in his career since he was beaten convincingly by George Groves over two years ago in the World Boxing Super Series. The IOC however stood and still officially stands by its decision. These include cock-fighting, which Jones has pursued avidly his whole life. . He won 121 fights with only 13 losses, during which he won the; The only real blight on Jones amateur career occurred when he represented the United States at the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games and then it was not his fault! All three judges who had voted against Jones eventually suspended. He became a four-weight world champion after defeating John Ruiz for the WBA title in 2003 somewhat incredulous considering he started at the same weight as Eubank Jr. Now he is passing on tips to Eubank Jr, as he looks to stay in top shape for when he returns to the ring once the COVID-19 outbreak has subsided. With his supremacy in the middleweight and light heavyweight range, it is surprising thatRoy Jones does not have universal name recognition. My father didnt raise me to be a pushover, not even to him. Shortly after, he hired Alton Merkerson. Pazienza credited with throwing five punches and landing zero! God blessed me with boxing, so Im trying to pass my blessing down to other people because thats what God gave me," Jones said. People from all walks of life have journeyed this land he calls home, including aspiring boxers, athletes, troubled youth and father-son duos. He has even considered bulking up to take on the heavy-weights or trimming down to fight the welterweight champions. And look what happened. A year later, he was quoted in the same paper:This game is not a good game for anyoneme or anyone else. Gerald didnt have any hard fights before Benn. Legal Statement. Lost (by disqualification), then regained, WBC light heavyweight crown in 1997. Career; Widely considered best pound-for-pound boxer in the world. It would make for a powerful museum entrance. (February 22, 2023). Though the decision stood, the World knew who had really won and that there was a sensational talent on the horizon who was about to turn pro. State honor: Roy Jones Jr. enters Florida Sports Hall of Fame with rare legacy in boxing, One more fight: Roy Jones Jr. fights again in surprise exhibition match at Island Fights 52. Attended Pensacola Junior College. The pair are training out of Jones Jrs personal gym in Pensacola, Florida a city right on the border of Alabama. Jones Jr's wife also tried to get into boxing promoting at one point, but never pursued it seriously. After stopping JJ McDonagh, Eubank Jr defeated James DeGale at The O2 last year before beating Matvey Korobov in Brooklyn prior to Christmas. Natlyn was born on June 3, 1975 in Pensacola, Florida, where Jones Jr grew up too. The other side of the issue is that Jones does not want to maim anyone. (Lorraine Taylor/Fox News Digital). Many people would call the fathers treatment outandout abuse, but he believed he had a good reason for it: to make Roy Jr. tough enough to be a champion. Jones is also noted for holding a record seven belts at the same time; the WBC, WBA, IBF, IBO, NABF, WBF, and IBA light heavyweight championships. Roy Jones Jr 66: 9: 0: 47 KOs 5 KOs; wiki. Roy Jones Jr. Boxing Promotions | Las Vegas NV One of Pensacola's greatest athletes, among. However, the date of retrieval is often important. And it did enable him to connect with new generations who didnt see him in his prime, but they got glimpses in bouts of what made him great. So I went on a little vacation to Pensacola this weekend. Roy Sr. claimed he was just trying to carefully cultivate his sons career and his character. Now is not the time to go outside, he told the residents. But he's always been just fine living in Pensacola. Jones having played a basketball game in the morning before defending his boxing title in Jacksonville, Florida in the evening! Encyclopedia.com gives you the ability to cite reference entries and articles according to common styles from the Modern Language Association (MLA), The Chicago Manual of Style, and the American Psychological Association (APA). While Jones is certainly a great boxer to watch, his matches are usually too one-sided to make for a good fight. BRITTNEY GRINER DETENTION: WNBA STAR'S WIFE WANTS BIDEN ADMIN TO FOLLOW THROUGH ON RHETORIC. The world was eager to see whether he really had what it takes. The 1980s, by contrast, was a middleweight heyday, with a crop of sensational fighters at the top of their form, such as Sugar Ray Leonard, Marvin Hagler, Roberto Duran, and Thomas Hearns. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. This is an absolutely marvelous feeling, said Jones, speaking to boxing media members after his selection. 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