Danielle

Perkins

Currently reside: Houston, Texas

Coach’s name: James Johnson

Club name: O Athletik

When did you start boxing and why: I began once professional basketball came to an end, and I love boxing.

Amateur record: 5-1

Occupation (if any outside of boxing): Personal Training

What do you think is your greatest asset in the ring: Power

If you weren’t boxing, what would you be doing? Probably GTA

Who has been your biggest inspiration and why: My mother.

What motivates you the most: Progress and personal growth.

What are four things that most people don’t know about you: 1. Plays bass. 2. Love Rock Band. 3. I am funny. 4. I can dance.

National titles won: New York City Golden Gloves, Houston Open National Regional, 2016 USA Boxing Elite National Championships. 

2018 World Championships bronze medalists

2019 World Championships gold medalists

World Championship Experience

• Most recent: 2019 – gold (Heavyweight - Women)
• Years of participation: Heavyweight - Women 2018, 2019
• Medals: 2 (1 gold, 1 bronze)
• Gold – 2019 (Heavyweight - Women)
• Bronze – 2018 (Heavyweight - Women)