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Hilmer Kenty

1955–

United States

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James Kenty, also known as Hilmer Kenty (born July 30, 1955 in Austin, Texas) is a former professional boxer, best known as the first professional world champion produced by Kronk Gym in Detroit under trainer Emanuel Steward. Kenty is a former WBA lightweight (135lb) champion of the world. He was selected a member of the All-American AAU boxing team for 1973, and was named the top lightweight amateur boxer in the nation in 1973 by the National AAU Boxing Committee.

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