Kravitz, Murray : Jews In Sports @ Virtual Museum

Kravitz, Murray

Kravitz was the New York Golden Gloves champion in the lightweight (open) division in 1936.

Birth and Death Dates:
unknown

Career Highlights:
Born in the Bensonhurst section of Brooklyn, Kravitz fought professionally as a welterweight. In August 1936, he fought Lawyer Kirkland at the Coney Island Velodrome and won a four-round decision. Three months later, Kravitz fought again in Coney Island and won a four-round decision over Andy Remus. In November 1936, he fought Tony Marteliano to a four-round draw. According to incomplete records, Kravitz fought exclusively in the New York area as a professional.

Origin:
Brooklyn, New York


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(thank you to Vic Zimet for providing Kravitz's name to the web site)