Tori Nelson facts for kids

Tori Jovan Nelson (born August 26, 1976) is an amazing American professional boxer. She is famous for being a world champion in three different weight classes! Tori held the WBC female middleweight title in 2011. She also won the WIBA middleweight title in 2012. Later, she became the WIBA welterweight champion from 2013 to 2014. In 2016, she added the WIBA super middleweight title to her collection. Tori Nelson was honored for her achievements when she was inducted into the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame in 2022.

Tori Nelson's Boxing Journey

Starting as an Amateur

Before becoming a professional, Tori Nelson was a very successful amateur boxer. She won the Washington, D.C. Golden Gloves championship three times. The Golden Gloves is a big amateur boxing competition in the United States.

Becoming a Professional Champion

As a professional boxer, Tori Nelson achieved a lot. She became a champion with two major boxing organizations. She held the World Boxing Council (WBC) middleweight title. She was also the Women's International Boxing Association (WIBA) champion in both the welterweight and super middleweight divisions.

Tori had many exciting fights during her career. She won a big match against fellow boxer Mia St. John. She also faced the two-time Olympic gold medalist Claressa Shields in a title fight. Tori fought hard and went the full distance in that match.

Her Professional Record

Tori Nelson had a great professional boxing record. Out of 25 total fights, she won 20 of them. Four of her wins were by knockout. She had only 2 losses and 3 draws (when a fight ends with no clear winner).

Tori Nelson's Life Outside the Ring

Tori Nelson is not just a boxer; she also has a busy personal life. She is a grandmother, which is pretty cool! She used to work as a waitress at IHOP. Today, Tori works at TITLE Boxing Club Ashburn. There, she uses her energy and experience to help people reach their fitness and boxing goals. She is a great coach and motivator!