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3 Generations of Fighters

Look at your past and you will see your future.  One day, The History Channel was showing a program called Gladiators; and upon winning in the Arena, gladiators would etch their names onto the Coliseum walls.  The History Channel showed one of the names on the rock slabs; his name was Amato.  It could be a coincidence however, in my mind, doubtful. 
 
Boxing is in the blood.  First starting with my Uncle Jimmy "White" Amato; he was a Professional Middleweight.  My father, John Amato, is the 2nd Gen Fighter, only fighting in the amateur's, but having 49 fights.  I am the 3rd Gen., still training but prefer the Coaching side of the Game. 
 
I started at Gleason's Gym in Brooklyn, New York with my Trainer Hector Roca, learning the skill and technique to become proficient.  I have sparred with Maureen Shea, who has now turned Pro, and her current record is 10-0.  I also had a sparring op. with Alisha Ashley, World Boxing Champ, in learning the ropes of the trade. Currently, I am a USA Boxing Coach, registered in Colorado Springs, Colorado and I train clients at the J/Medical City Health & Recreation Center in Dallas, Texas. 
 
Boxing will help take my clients away from the stress of everyday life and turn a challenging, calorie-burning workout into an exciting adventure.  For more information and rates please contact Jonna at jojo@jonnaocampo.com.

I believe everyone deserves to be excited about their dreams. I don't want to just create a workout for you, I want to create an experience.  For lessons contact Jonna at jojo@jonnaocampo.com.

1st GENERATION
 

Jimmy Amato

Sex

Male

Nationality

US American

Alias

Jimmy Amato White

Hometown

New York, NY

Birthplace

New York, NY

Division

Middleweight

Date of Birth

1901-11-28

  W 11 (2 ko's)  |  L 12  |  D 0  |  Total 23  

 
date Date Lb. Opponent Lb. wld Last 6 fights Location            
  11/21/1928 126 Mike Caldero 128 1-0-2             Manhattan Casino, New York, NY, USA L TKO 4 6  
  9/2/1927   Arthur Flynn   9-0-0             Salisbury Beach, MA, USA L PTS 10 10  
This was an outstanding action fight.
  12/20/1926   Lou Bogash   95-16-16             MA, USA L KO 10 0  
  4/28/1925 155½ Young Fisher 163 16-48-14             Knickerbocher A.C., Albany, NY, USA L PTS 12 12  
  3/13/1925   Jackie Cohen   0-0-0             Madison Square Garden, New York, NY, USA W PTS 6 6  
  2/10/1925   Jack Stone   8/5/2001             Pioneer A.C., New York, NY, USA W PTS 10 10  
  11/18/1924 156½ Maxie Rosenbloom 162 21-2-1             Pioneer A.C., New York, NY, USA L PTS 6 6  
  10/31/1924 157 Maxie Rosenbloom 163 20-2-1             Pioneer A.C., New York, NY, USA L PTS 6 6  
  8/5/1924   Frank Luby   0-0-0             Henderson's Bowl, Brooklyn, NY, USA W KO 3 0  
  6/23/1924   Jack McClennan   0-3-0             Mechanics Bldg, Boston, MA, USA W PTS 8 8  
  5/20/1924 161¾ Maxie Rosenbloom 163¾ 10/2/2001             Pioneer A.C., New York, NY, USA L PTS 6 6  
Incorrectly recorded by other sources as occurring May 28, 1924. New York Times
  4/8/1924 158½ Larry Estridge 158 26-2-2             Pioneer SC, New York, NY, USA L KO 2 0  
  3/12/1923 150 Phil Kaplan 146½ 18-3-2             Madison Square Garden, New York, NY, USA L PTS 6 6  
  12/19/1922   Tommy McAleer   15-4-3             Pioneer SC, New York, NY, USA W PTS 10 10  
  10/13/1922   Larry Avera   23-11-7             Augusta, GA, USA W PTS 10 10  
  9/29/1922   Sammy Good   35-24-32             Savannah, GA, USA W PTS 12 12  
  3/15/1922   Mickey Forkins   4/1/2001             Arena, Boston, MA, USA W PTS 8 8  
  11/26/1921   Marty Cross   60-38-13             Rink SC, Brooklyn, NY, USA L PTS 12 12  
  9/15/1921   Tony Marto   1/8/2002             Broadway Exhibition Assn., Brooklyn, NY, USA W PTS 12 12  
  9/2/1921   Young Stewart   2/3/2000             Palace of Joy, Coney Island, NY, USA W PTS 12 12  
  8/19/1921   Marty Summers   4/2/2000             Coney Island Stadium, Brooklyn, NY, USA L KO 10 0  
  4/19/1921   Young Owen Moran   0-1-0             Bay Ridge AC, Brooklyn, NY, USA W TKO 7 0  
Correct Young Moran uncertain. Brooklyn Eagle
  12/6/1920   Dave Medar   1/6/2004             Brighton S. C., Staten Island, NY, USA L PTS 8 8  

Link to Boxrec.com Website. Under Search Name, type in Jimmy Amato.

2nd GEN FIGHTER, MY FATHER, JOHN AMATO
John Amato started fighting at the age of 17, as a flyweight, at the Madison Square Boys Club on East 29th Street between 1st and 2nd Avenue and also the PAL in Manhattan, New York.  He had 49 Amateur Fights and also boxing exhibitions. Out of the 49 fights, he had 21 fights while in the Navy.  Wins 25, Loss 1, Draws 23.  His toughest opponent was a southpaw boxer.   

John Amato born in Newark, New Jersey. 
3rd GEN, JONNA AMATO-OCAMPO

Hector Roca wrapping Jonna's hands
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Sparring at Gleason's in Brooklyn
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