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Check out our Carolinas Boxing Hall of Fame Inductees throughout the years, who
have been inducted throughout the years of our organization. We are
extremely proud of the following inductees who have played a major part in the
sport of boxing.
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SHANE WILLIAM BENFIELD |
Shane William Benfield was born April 1, 1975 in Rockhill S.C. and is married to
his wife Christy residing in Sharon, South Carolina. Shane won 6 straight Golden
Glove Championships. He also won the southeast light heavy weight championship,
won his way to the Olympic training camp in 1999. Shane had an outstanding
record of 25 wins and 5 losses competing against the best in the world. As
a professional Shane compiled 20 wins and only 2 losses and was ranked by both
the WBA and WBO. Shane owns and operates his own construction
business. He has a boxing gym and for over 12 years has given kids a place to
train producing numerous Silver and Golden Glove Champions through the years. |
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MIKE ENGLISH |
Mike English was born in Columbia, South Carolina where he began his boxing
career. He went on to become a three time Golden Glove South Carolina Champion
as well as numerous titles throughout the southeast. Mike compelled an
impressive 68 wins with only 5 losses. Under the leadership and coaching
of long time friend and famed promoter Billy Stanich, Mike became a contender,
fighting all over the world on many undercards such as Evander Holyfield and
others. Mike always took special interest in the young amateurs that he trained
at White Rock Boxing Gym, producing numerous champions. |
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ELOUISE JOSEPH |
Elouise Joseph was born in Charlotte, NC. She graduated from Independence High
School and attended Carolina Beauty College and received her license in Cosmetic
Art. She worked in finance for 30 years. She is married and has two children.
Elouise entered the amateur boxing world in 1998 starting out as an official and
later was appointed as Chief official. During her journey in the sport, she has
attended the national train the trainer, passed the level three official tests.
She has facilitated over 20 clinics. Elouise has recruited over 100 officials.
She has worked over 1,000 bouts, including judging, refereeing, time keeping and
clerking. Elouise was the team mom for Charlotte Boxing Academy for many
years, touching the lives of many kids at risk. |
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CLARENCE GERALD CAMPBELL |
Born Clarence Gerald Campbell on November 29, 1933 in Spartanburg, SC. Married
Mary Evans in 1950, together they have three children, six grandchildren, seven
great grandchildren and four great, great grandchildren. Jerry is a
retired actor/stunt man who had many roles in numerous movies and TV shows,
including, The Dukes of Hazard and his role as "Lefty" in the film "The Prize
Fighter".
Jerry "The Rockdale Rock" had an impressive amateur boxing career which included
to bouts total with 52 wins and 18 losses. He boxed from 1945-1947 in
Spartanburg and for Roy Turner in Gaffney from 1953-1956. Jerry professional
boxing career included 19 bouts with 12 wins, 1 draw and 6 losses. He won the
Georgia heavyweight Championship in 1969. Jerry also became and outstanding
boxing coach from 1966-1983 winning numerous state championships. |
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LEE PARKER |
Lee Parker graduated from Hunter Huss High School in 1988 and with wife Missy
have 4 children that are very active in Promised Land Baptist Church. Lee has
been employed for 18 years with Coca-Cola Consolidated in Charlotte, NC.
Lee boxed for six years as an amateur and compiled a record of 149-11 with six
state titles, four regional titles and one national championship in 1985.
Lee began under coach, Sergeant Dean Huffstetler of Gastonia Police Department
and Freddie Crawford who took him to the state championships and two regional
championships. Lee trained in Lincolnton with Chick McCurry, Billy Bridges and
Walt Melius when he won the national title in 1985.
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WILLIAM "BILL" CLANCY |
Bill Clancy was born in Kingston, New York in 1956 and graduated from Broughton
High School in Raleigh in 1974, where he attended NC State University. Bill
retired from IBM after 30 years service with wife Teresa, they reside in
Pittsboro and have four children. Bill has officiated professional boxing
in 15 different states and 11 countries around the world, including, 17 world
title fights, 47 international title fights and over 900 professional fights
over the past 33 years. Bill has officiated 35 world champion boxers and has
been the main event referee on HBO, Showtime, NBC, ESPN, USA and Pay Per View.
There is no doubt, Bill is considered to be one of the best referees in boxing.
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BRUCE HAYES |
Bruce Hayes grew up around Lexington NC and began boxing at an early age. In
high school he gave up football and concentrated on the true sport that Bruce
loved, boxing. He fought in Golden Gloves tournaments throughout NC and
Virginia.
Over the years Bruce has helped and worked with many fighters that brought world
championships to the Carolina's.
Bruce Hayes biggest asset to boxing is his continued support for the sport
throughout the years and promoting and training amateur and professional boxers
throughout the Carolina's. Hayes continues to operate Hayes Jewelers along with
his son Zack, he has grown to one of the largest diamond superstores in the
country. |
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Our Mission for the Carolinas Boxing Hall of Fame
The CBHOF seeks to recognize the outstanding athletic achievements/contributions
of the many gifted and dedicated athletes who have participated in the sport,
along with those individuals who have advocated, supported and promoted the
sport of professional and amateur boxing.