Undefeated lightweight prospect Jorge Carlos (1-0, 1KO) has taken the next step in his professional career, and signed a multi-year management agreement with Mike Leanardi and FightStars. 

Carlos, a decorated amateur standout from Kansas City had an amateur career that spanned nearly 200 fights, 170+ wins, and 6 national titles. The 22 year old dual-citizen was within striking distance of representing Mexico in the 2020 Olympic Games coming up just short in the final at the Olympic Qualifier. 

Jorge’s unique combination of physical gifts, and fighting ability not only served him well in his amateur career, but also paved the way to him being invited into training camp with boxing legend Manny Pacquiao last year an experience he will carry into his own professional career. 

“I’m excited to start the next chapter of my boxing career with FightStars, and I am ready to put Kansas City on the map” said Carlos who just one bout in to his professional career is already a local draw with outstanding community support behind him. 

“Jorge is an exciting prospect, he’s a 6’1 lightweight that can box and punch from both stances. He comes from a great family and is an extremely hard worker I couldn’t be more excited for him” added Tanner Gill who works for Leanardi at FightStars and will assist in guiding the career of the young fighter. 

Commenting on his newest signee Leanardi added “Jorge is a very personable young man, and has an extensive amateur pedigree. He has a big frame for the lightweight division, and carries power in both hands. His future in this sport is very bright.”

As for the immediate future Jorge Carlos will be back in action August 27th at Community America Ballpark in front of his hometown Kansas City fans.