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Edward Flynn (boxer)

Edward Loring Flynn (October 25, 1909 – February 7, 1976) was an American boxer who won the gold medal in the 1932 Summer Olympics as a welterweight. He was also a member of the Loyola Wolf Pack boxing team.[1]

Key Information

He was born in New Orleans and died in Tampa, Florida.

Amateur career

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Flynn was the U.S. amateur champion in both 1931 and 1932. In 1932, he won the gold medal in the welterweight class after winning the final against Erich Campe.

Post-Olympics

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After his gold medal in Los Angeles, he fought professionally, compiling a record of 14-1. Flynn was drafted into the armed services in 1935, remaining in uniform until the end of World War II. He graduated from Loyola's dental school[2] and is listed as "Dr. Eddie Flynn" as a member of the Greater New Orleans Sports Hall of Fame.[3]

1932 Olympic results

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Below are the boxing results of Edward Flynn who represented the United States in the welterweight division at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics:

  • Round of 16: defeated Luis Sardella (Argentina) on points
  • Quarterfinal: defeated Dick Barton (South Africa) on points
  • Semifinal: defeated Dave McCleave (Great Britain) on points
  • Final: defeated Erich Campe (Germany) on points (won gold medal)

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