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Jimmy Lang

Jimmy is one of ten kids from a very close, loving, catholic, blue collar/working class family. He is married, has twin sons and is expecting a baby girl in a few months.  Jimmy began boxing at the young age of 5 in Great Falls, Virginia when his father first brought him to the local gym. Boxing immediately ignited interest in Jimmy when he realized the level of discipline, respect, testosterone, and skill that was needed to be a great boxer.

His dad has been his manager and has advanced Jimmy this far by getting him the best. He trains in Florida under Buddy McGirt and at one time was trained by a former trainer of Ray Leonard. He prays with a priest before every fight and his priest, Father Cilinski, has only missed two fights in Jimmy's entire career.

Jimmy, 28, has been able to earn a 21-1-1 record as a professional boxer. Jimmy is currently married with twin boys.  Jimmy is very articulate and very passionate about "saving boxing" from the deserved bad rap and corruption. He's aware of the fighters coming and knows he can do well but appears anxious. Jimmy has the highest IQ of the group.