David Jackson

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameDavid Lovelle•Jackson
Used nameDavid•Jackson
Nick/petnamesTotal Action
Born29 March 1976 in Seattle, Washington (USA)
Measurements173 cm / 60 kg
AffiliationsU.S. Olympic Education Center
NOC United States

Biography

David Jackson was a lightweight boxer who competed at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. He began boxing in 1991 and at the 1997 US Championships he was chosen as the Most Outstanding Boxer. Jackson turned professional after the Olympics, débuting in November 2000 with a TKO victory over Frederick Tillman. He had a successful pro career but it was short and he did not fight often. He retired in October 2006 after a victory by decision over Allen Medine. Jackson’s career record was 9 wins (6 by KO) and 1 loss by knockout.

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
2000 Summer Olympics Boxing USA David Jackson
Lightweight, Men (Olympic) =9