With Their Families Being From Mexico, Boxers Gonzalez, Lozano Are Proud To Represent Both Their Heritage And Team USA In Paris
Jajaira Gonzalez will represent Team USA at 60 kg. and Jennifer Lozano at 50 kg. in their Olympic debuts.
Athlete Bio#
Height
5'9"
Age
28
Hometown
Santa Maria
Quick Facts
- Carlos is a first generation American
- His grandfather is my biggest inspiration because he worked so hard to bring his entire family to the United States
- His brother Jose also boxes and Carlos inspired him to become a photographer
Career Highlights
- 2015 PAN AMERICAN GAMES PARTICIPANT
- WSB AND WORLD TEAM TRIAL CHAMPION AND OUTSTANDING BOXER
- QUALIFIED FOR THE OLYMPIC GAMES WITH TOP FINISH IN THE 2015 WORLD SERIES OF BOXING SEASON
- 2014 YOUTH OPEN CHAMPION
Olympic Experience
- 1-time Olympian
- Olympic Games Rio de Janeiro 2016, 5th (Lightweight - Men)
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