Kevin Ford (born August 3, 1962) is an American former

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Amateur career

Ford is a native of

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, graduating from Rio Linda High School, but he moved to

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in 1987 to further his boxing career. He had a stellar amateur career, becoming the 1988 National Golden Gloves super heavyweight champion. Prior to the win, he lost to

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in 1988 Olympic Trials.

Professional career

Ford turned pro in 1989 and was undefeated in his first 9 bouts before losing to

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by TKO in 1990. He then lost a decision to

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in 1992 and again in 1993. He retired later that year after a TKO loss to James Smith.

Professional boxing record

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Ford, Kevin 1962 births Boxers from Sacramento, California Heavyweight boxers Living people National Golden Gloves champions American male boxers Rio Linda High School alumni 20th-century American sportsmen