George Foster (boxer)

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George Foster (born in Cincinnati, OH) was an American amateur champion and professional boxer.

[edit] Amateur Career

Representing Ohio, Foster won the 1960 United States Amateur Featherweight Championship, the 1962 United States Amateur Lightweight Championship and 1962 Golden Gloves Featherweight Championship.

[edit] Pro Career

Known as "Kid Foster", Foster turned pro in 1962 and retired in 1972 after a TKO loss to Esteban De Jesus, a bout in which Foster was knocked down once in the 2nd, 3rd, and 6th rounds.

[edit] External Links

Professional boxing record for George Foster (boxer) from Boxrec