Goldman, Oscar : Jews In Sports @ Virtual Museum

Goldman, Oscar

Goldman was a featherweight in the 1920s.

Birth and Death Dates:
b. November 15, 1908 - d. June 24, 1994

Career Highlights:
A featherweight, Goldman began his professional career in the mid-1920s and defeated Young Kid Francis in a four-round decision in 1926. Two years later, Goldman defeated Francis again in a rematch and also won four-round decisions over Lew Farber and Pete DeGrasse (he also fought DeGrasse to a draw later in the year). In 1929, Goldman defeated Farber again in a rematch, and also knocked out Charlie Mora in the first-round of their July 5 bout. He continued to fight until 1935 and retired with 58 career wins.

Origin:
New York City

Career Statistics:
Professional record:
Wins: 58 (10 by knockout)
Losses: 15


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References:
When Boxing Was A Jewish Sport, by Allan Bodner (Connecticut: Praeger, 1997)