Key Takeaways
- The USA Boxing Elite High Performance Squad posted a 34‑5 record after four competition days at the 2026 Copa America.
- Jennifer Lozano (51 kg) recorded her third RSC victory and will meet Indrid Caicedo in Bout 8 on Thursday.
- Deborah Grant (57 kg) posted her second 5‑0 unanimous decision win, improving to 3‑1.
- Moises Rodriguez (55 kg) and Dustin Jimenez (65 kg) both won unanimous decisions, moving to 3‑0 and 4‑0 respectively.
- In the super‑heavyweight division, Gilbert Kabamba edged Nnajai Wright 5‑0 after a three‑round bout.
- Walk‑over victories were secured by Tyric Trapp and Malachi Georges, both of New Jersey, who are slated to fight on Thursday.
- Alexis Proctor (60 kg) fell 3‑2 to Maria Chiro, while Kentrell Rouser (70 kg) lost via walk‑over and is set for a Thursday matchup.
- Kendra Samargis will make her international debut against Daniela Pachon in Bout 10.
- Jayshannet Zapata (54 kg) and Yahir Diaz‑Martinez (60 kg) are also scheduled to compete on Thursday.
- The U.S. team is led by Coach Edward Fonteneaux, with support from Alex Love, Billy Rafalko and Jeffrey Nimo.
- Full event details, including live streams, bout sheets and results, are available on the USA Boxing website.
Elite High Performance Squad Dominates Early Competition
The United States’ Elite High Performance Squad entered the 2026 Copa America with a daunting 34‑5 record after four action‑packed days of boxing at the tournament. The “Stars and Stripes” demonstrated depth across all weight classes, racking up seven additional wins in a single session to cement their status as the tournament’s most consistent contingent.
Jennifer Lozano Starts the Day with a Third RSC Victory
On day four, Olympic hopeful Jennifer Lozano (51 kg) opened the slate of American successes. The Texas native secured her third RSC win of the Copa America, improving to a 3‑0 record in the event. Lozano dispatched Gina Alvarez in the second round and will now face Indrid Caicedo in Bout 8, slated for approximately 4:45 p.m. ET on Thursday.
Deborah Grant Adds Another Unanimous Decision
Weight‑class 57 kg contender Deborah Grant followed Lozano’s performance with her own decisive victory. Grant recorded her second 5‑0 unanimous decision, beating Angie Biojo on Wednesday and moving to a 3‑1 tally. Her flawless scoring underscored the squad’s ability to close bouts cleanly when needed.
Moises Rodriguez Improves to 3‑0 In the men’s 55 kg division, Texas‑born Moises Rodriguez earned his third straight win at the event, delivering a 5‑0 unanimous decision over Luis David Castillo. The result lifts Rodriguez to a perfect 3‑0 record and positions him for a Thursday showdown with Carlos Hurtado in Bout 11, scheduled for roughly 5:30 p.m. ET.
Dustin Jimenez Extends His Perfect Streak New York’s Dustin Jimenez (65 kg) continued his unbeaten run, improving to 4‑0 after a 5‑0 decision over Luis Bonolis. Jimenez will step into the ring on day five against Gregory Bueno in Bout 13 at about 6:00 p.m. ET, carrying a flawless record into each subsequent matchup.
Super Heavyweight Clash: Kabamba Defeats Wright
The super‑heavyweight bracket saw a gripping three‑round encounter between Gilbert Kabamba and Nnajai Wright. Although the opening round went to Wright 3‑2, Kabamba rallied to claim the final two rounds and clinch a 5‑0 unanimous decision. Both athletes, weighing over 90 kg, are scheduled to rest on Thursday.
Walk‑Over Wins for New Jersey Natives
Two New Jersey pugilists captured walk‑over victories on Wednesday. Tyric Trapp (80 kg) and Malachi Georges (90 kg) will both enter the competition on Thursday, with Trapp matched against Noel Pacheco in Bout 15 at approximately 6:30 p.m. ET and Georges set to face Juan Mausa in Bout 16 at about 6:45 p.m. ET.
Alexis Proctor’s Close Bout and Rouser’s Setback
In the 60 kg division, Alexis Proctor went the distance against Maria Chiro, losing narrowly by a 3‑2 split decision. Proctor will sit out day five and return later in the week. Meanwhile, Kentrell Rouser (70 kg) suffered a walk‑over loss, dropping to a 3‑1 record, and is slated to meet Juan Diego Bandera in Bout 14 at roughly 6:15 p.m. ET.
Emerging Talent Makes International Debut
Kendra Samargis, representing the United States on the international stage, will make her first appearance at the 2026 Copa America. Samargis is slated to face Daniela Pachon in Bout 10 at approximately 5:15 p.m. ET, marking a significant milestone for the young prospect.
Additional Bout Schedule for May 21
Other American athletes slated for Thursday, May 21, include Jayshannet Zapata (54 kg) and Yahir Diaz‑Martinez (60 kg). Zapata will square off against Estefani Almanza in Bout 9 at about 5:00 p.m. ET, while Diaz‑Martinez will contend with Disney Ezequiel Medina in Bout 12 at approximately 5:45 p.m. ET.
Coaching Leadership and Event Resources
The U.S. squad will be guided throughout the tournament by National Development Coach Edward Fonteneaux of Fayetteville, North Carolina, alongside assistants Alex Love (Colorado Springs, Colorado), Billy Rafalko (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) and Jeffrey Nimo (Grand Prairie, Texas). Comprehensive event information—including live broadcast links, daily bout sheets, results and tournament updates—will be posted on the USA Boxing website, providing fans with continuous coverage of the 2026 Copa America.
All figures and scheduling details are drawn from the official USA Boxing press releases and event timetables.