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Anthony Elmore
BornMemphis, Tennessee, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Height6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
Weight
Professional boxing record
Total2
Wins1
Losses1
Kickboxing record
Total36
Wins31
Losses5

Anthony Elmore born in 1953 is a retired American kickboxing champion and professional boxer from Memphis, Tennessee.[1][2] He was a PKA World Super Heavyweight Champion,[3] PKA World Heavyweight champion,[4] Professional Karate Commission World Super Heavyweight champion,[5] KICK World Heavyweight champion and KICK World Super Heavyweight champion.[6] He was also the STAR undisputed Heavyweight champion in 1982.[7][8] His record is listed as 31 wins, against only 5 losses.

Biography

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Elmore was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee.[2] At the age of 15, he began studying Japanese Shotokan Karate under his Memphis teacher, Julius L. Dorsey.[2] In 1982, he became the first kickboxer to gain a sponsorship from a major corporation, landing a personal service contract with Coors Beer.[2] He had many of his fights broadcast on ESPN.[2] He wrote, produced, directed, and starred in the 1988 semi-autobiographical film, The Contemporary Gladiator (also released as Iron Thunder).[9]

He founded the Safari Initiative aimed at bringing African-style furnishings and products to a global market.[10] He has advocated for U.S. government support for this initiative to help modernize African trade.[10] He also created an all African home in Memphis as a showcase and cultural bridge.[10] In 2009, Congressman Steve Cohen commended Elmore on the House floor for his work in advancing U.S.-Africa cultural understanding.[10]

Professional career

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Elmore is a martial artist from Memphis, Tennessee, recognized as a five-time World Karate/Kickboxing Champion.[2][10] His career is notable not only for his success in the ring but also for his role as a pioneer who helped popularize the sport.[6]

Elmore won the PKA world Heavyweight Champion title on May 29, 1982, in Memphis. He defeated Demetrius Edwards to win his first world championship in a 12-round fight.[4][2] In 1983 Elmore defended his PKA World Superheavyweight title against Bill Morrison winning by decision.[11][12][13] In 1983 Elmore defeated Tony Palmore by TKO in the 10th round.[2] He also defeated John Jackson.[14]

In 1984 Elmore fought Tracy Thomas to defend his PKA Superheavyweight Title, winning by TKO in the 9th round.[6] Also in 1984, he fought a rematch against Palmore in Miami. In that bout Elmore set a world record of throwing 190 kicks, but lost a split decision and his PKA Superheavyweight Title.[3][15][2] In 1984 Elmore also defeated "Super" Ray Williams to win the KICK World Superheavyweight title.[2] Elmore also fought a non-title bout against William Eaves with Elmore winning by KO due to the three knockdown rule being in effect.[6]

In 1985 Elmore defeated Bill Morrison in a rematch for the vacant KICK World Heavyweight championship.[6] Elmore was ranked #1 under the STAR ratings for Heavyweight in 1985.[16]

In 1986 he defended his KICK World Heavyweight title by beating Jeff Hollins by decision.[17] In 1986 Elmore defeated the KICK US Heavyweight champion M. Cole by TKO in the 12th round defending his KICK World title.[2]

In 1987 he defeated Cole in a rematch.[2] In April 1987 Elmore lost his PKC World Superheavyweight title to Brad Hefton by doctor stoppage due to an eye injury in the 12th round.[5][18][2]

In 1990 Elmore fought Stan Longinidis losing a decision and his KICK World Superheavyweight Title.[19] Longinidis vacated the KICK Superheavyweight title shortly after winning.[19]

In 1991 Elmore was the #12 ranked Superheavyweight by the PKO.[20] In 1999, after a 3-year layoff, Elmore fought Dennis Alexio for the IKF heavyweight title losing by KO in the 12th round.[21]

Boxing

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Elmore made his pro boxing debut in 1981 losing to Steffen Tangstad.[22] He fought again in 1984 winning against Sonny Barch.[22][6]

References

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  1. ^ "Anthony Elmore". BoxRec. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m "Anthony Amp Elmore". 27 February 2022. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  3. ^ a b "Professional Karate Association World Superheavyweight Title". TitleHistories.com. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  4. ^ a b "Professional Karate Association World Heavyweight Title". TitleHistories.com. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  5. ^ a b "Professional Karate Commission World Super Heavyweight Title". TitleHistories.com. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  6. ^ a b c d e f "Karate Champ's Biggest Job is Promoting the Sport", Jet Magazine, Johnson Publishing Company, p. 48, June 24, 1985
  7. ^ "The Standardized Tournaments And Ratings (STAR) System Undisputed World Heavyweight Title". TitleHistories.com. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  8. ^ "STAR System". BackKicks.com. 28 August 2022. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  9. ^ "Orange Mound Resident Aims to Get Locally Shot Film on the Big Screen". 10 November 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2025.
  10. ^ a b c d e "Local Memphian Commended For Advancing US-Africa Cultural Understanding". 10 July 2009. Retrieved 31 October 2025.
  11. ^ "Professional Karate Association PKA World Super Heavyweight Champion Anthony Elmore". United Press International. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  12. ^ Jet Magazine, Johnson Publishing Company, February 7, 1983, p. 48
  13. ^ Jet Magazine, Johnson Publishing Company, September 12, 1983, p. 47
  14. ^ Jet Magazine, Johnson Publishing Company, June 11, 1983, p. 50
  15. ^ Jet Magazine, Johnson Publishing Company, December 31, 1984, p. 48
  16. ^ "STAR System Rankings". Official Karate. June 1986. p. 42. Retrieved 31 October 2025.
  17. ^ "Star Papers". Star Papers. August 2, 1986. p. 15. Retrieved 31 October 2025.
  18. ^ "Four Titles Won at Karatemania II". Black Belt Magazine. Vol. 25, no. 10. October 1987. p. 16.
  19. ^ a b "Stan the Man Interview" (PDF). International Kickboxer. 2009. p. 36. Retrieved 31 October 2025.
  20. ^ "World Kickboxing Ratings (PKO)". 8 January 2023. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
  21. ^ "IKF News". Retrieved 31 October 2025.
  22. ^ a b "Anthony Elmore". BoxRec. Retrieved 10 September 2025.