Jody-Ann Weller

• Home:  Pomona, New York
• Birth Year:  1978

Weight Class:  Lightweight/125 lb/57 kg
Height:  5-7
Coach's name:  Luigi Olcese & Hector Roca
Club name:  New York Boxing Gym
Began boxing:  In 2001, I began boxing for fitness.  In 2006 I started competing in the sport.
Occupation:  Scientist
Career Highlight: Winning Silver at the 2008 Women's PanAmerican Boxing Championships
Who has been your biggest influence and why:  My parents because through them I have learned the value of hard work and perserverence.
How did you get involved in boxing:  Martin Snow of Trinity Boxing Club told me that he would get me into the best shape of my life.  Boxing became more to me than I would have ever guessed.
What is your greatest strength in the ring:  My coaches who have prepared me for competition (Hector Roca and Luigi Olcese) and being able to listen to their advice from the corner.
What do you love most about boxing:  Each bout is a learning experience.  No two fights are ever the same. Boxing can teach you about life and vice versa.
What are your goals in and out of the ring:  Achieve a consistent level of high performance.
What is something different that most people don't know about you?: I am a scientist both in and out of the ring.

2007