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The Boxing Princess                          Jennifer "Jiffy" Morales

6/23/2014

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Photo Credit: Van G. Garrett
It's not everyday that I meet a boxer like Jiffy.  She's gorgeous and strikingly intimidating.  But there is so much more that meets the eye with the Boxing Princess, once you've managed to dodge her fiery red sparks that is. Born in Beaufort, South Carolina and raised in Tampa Bay, FL, Jiffy grabbed her undergraduate degree in psychology from College of the Canyons in Valencia, CA, before attending Texas Southern University to pursue a second degree in psychology. An integral member of TSU’s recreation and wellness department, Jiffy established the first college boxing team at a historically black college and university (HBCU), and established the first nationally recognized college boxing team in Texas.

She didn't stop there.  Jiffy secured the first women’s regional championship within the National College Boxing Association, two years into her collegiate boxing career in 2012.  She was  selected to compete in the first college boxing nationals for women in 2013 (USIBA League) and was no longer eligible as a student boxer. Jiffy currently competes locally in Houston and surrounding areas as an open boxer, taking on opponents of different weight classes for experience.

Interesting fact about Jiffy?  She's a Vegan.

Field of Green’s Restaurant will supply Jiffy with essential nourishment needed for the boxer’s strict vegan lifestyle, vital for preparing her for the 2014 Women’s Golden Gloves Championships, which takes place in Fort Lauderdale Beach, FL, July 7-12. Ultimately leading to her earning a spot on Team USA, fighting in the Olympics.

Boxing and Literary Connection

Van G. Garrett, a writer who is drawn to moments of intensity in the boxing ring, poetry, and in everyday life manages Jiffy.  He also created a photo series, "The Boxing Princess" which documents Jiffy's journey to the top.     To learn more about Garrett's work, please visit www.vanggarrettpoet.com.

News Flash!

The Boxing Princess has been given an opportunity to be evaluated by the US Olympic training center in Colorado Springs, Colorado this summer. 

Please support Jiffy on her journey to the finals by visiting here.

www.boxingprincessjiffymorales.com

11 Comments
Deborah link
6/24/2014 01:57:28 am

I think it's great that Jiffy has gotten something going in such a masculine field. I love when women do nontraditional work and sports to get other women involved. Girls can see that they can do anything they put their mind to.

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john baker link
6/24/2014 04:50:07 am

I love the women are getting a chance to be in boxing. that is awesome

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Laurel Bill link
6/24/2014 08:56:34 am

Jiffy is an inspiration to women everywhere. Follow your dreams!

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Jim Striegel
6/24/2014 09:35:29 am

She seems like a heathy person in a brutal sport.

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Marjory Johnson
6/24/2014 09:36:23 am

She must have such determination to compete in this physical and mental sport.

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Veronica link
6/24/2014 11:55:07 am

I love that she is a strict vegan. You can see how fit and healthy she is. She seems to be quite a strong woman

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Imelda Guanzon link
6/24/2014 01:01:06 pm

A very inspiring women, we can find a few on women who are at boxing career.

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John Obidi link
6/24/2014 06:19:41 pm

WOW! Who knew that you could be vegan and do such sports

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Faiz link
7/4/2014 07:57:14 pm

This is a wonderful inspiration...Really awesome vegan like it..

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Jennifer Jiffy Morales link
7/6/2014 01:19:04 am

I am grateful for all of the love and support from everyone. I hope to inspire other girls and women to be their best person.

Jiffy

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kimbria
5/2/2015 04:27:08 am

I've met her personally she so amazing in every way!

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