Jeff Stoudemire

Career

Nicknamed SHOWTIME, Stoudemire was well on his way to becoming a championship contender, before suddenly retiring. He turned pro in 1980 and lost his first bout to Mike Sacchetti.Saccehtti went on to fight four world champions. SHOWTIME lost his last bout in 1984 and then decided to retire from the sport.

When asked why, SHOWTIME stated that he wanted to spend more time with his family and church.

Achievements

• Stoudemire was a standout as an amateur, becoming the 1978 National Golden Gloves Welterweight champion and 1979 National Amateur Athletic Union Light middleweight champion.