Background
Alcorn grew up in Le Grand, California and later moved to Fresno.
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Jenifer Alcorn
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She was well known in Fresno athletic circles before beginning her career as a boxer. She was a stand-out high school athlete, and catcher of the Fresno State softball team Despite only having six amateur bouts, Alcorn fought in the women"s nationals, 1999 United States of America Boxing National Championships, losing a 10-1 decision to eventual silver medalist Jean Martin of Brooklyn, New York in the 139 pound quarterfinals.
She made her pro debut on July 2, 1999 in Fresno, where she TKO"d Robyn Covino in 0:59 seconds of the first round.
Alcorn eventually stepped up her level of competition by taking on undefeated Jessica Rakoczy, for the vacant IWBF Lightweight title. Alcorn was knocked down by a left hook in the second round, and Delegate Valle landed effectively with overhand rights throughout the bout.
Alcorn remained undefeated at 18-0-0 (11 KO) while Delegate Valle fell to 28-4-1 (11 KO). saying "After eight years of training, I know I"ll feel the effects of walking away, but I"ve seen fighters stay in too long, and I"ve seen the effect it has on their mind and body. Every good thing has to come to an education" She says she will continue her work with the Fresno State women"s basketball team and her fitness training business.
Alcorn and her family appeared on the October 9, 2006 episode of the United States. version of Wife Swap.
Alcorn also runs a successful "bootcamp" style workout routine called Team JIB JAB for those who want to better themselves through diet and exercise.
Achievements
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Alcorn then launched a professional boxing career, with one goal above all others..to set an example of achievement and success through hard work for her children. Alcorn won a ten round split (96-94 92-98 98-92) decision over Rakoczy, by carrying the fight to Rakoczy aggressively. On April 19, 2003 at Selland Arena in Fresno, Alcorn won an eight round unanimous (78-74 77-75 77-75) decision over Mia Saint John. On December 11, 2003 at Palace Indian Gaming Center in Lemoore, California, Alcorn won a ten round split (96-93 96-93 94-95) decision over Melissa Delegate Valle for the vacant WIBA Lightweight title. However, Delegate Valle faded in the late going and Alcorn won the critical late rounds. By going out on top, the worst I"ll be is a former 3-time World Champion.
