Michael Dokes

American boxer (1958–2012) Michael DokesDokes c. 1982Personal informationNicknameDynamiteNationalityAmericanBornMichael Marshall Dokes(1958-08-10)August 10, 1958Akron, Ohio, U.S.DiedAugust 11, 2012(2012-08-11) (aged 54)Akron, Ohio, U.S.Height6 ft 3 in (191 cm)WeightHeavyweightBoxing careerReach78 in (198 cm)StanceOrthodoxBoxing recordTotal fights61Wins53Win by KO33Losses6Draws2 Medal record Men's amateur boxing Representing United States Pan American Games Mexico City 1975 Heavyweight Michael Marshall Dokes (August 10, 1958 – August 11, 2012) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1976 to 1997, and held the WBA heavyweight title from 1982 to 1983. As an amateur he won a silver medal in the heavyweight division at the 1975 Pan American Games. Amateur career Dokes won a silver medal at the 1975 Pan American Games. He lost a 5–0 decision to Teófilo Stevenson in the finals. He also lost a close decision to John Tate in the Olympic trials in 1976, after which he turned professional. Amateur accomplishments 1975 National AAU Heavyweight Champion 1976 National Golden Gloves Heavyweight Champion, beating future pro champs John Tate and Greg Page en route. As an underag