Josh Payton - Boxing - Air Force Academy Athletics

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Josh Payton

Weight Class:
139
Cadet Squadron:
23 Barnstormers
Class:
Sophomore
Height:
5-8
Hometown:
Chicago, Ill.
High School:
Chicago Military Academy Bronzeville

2022 HIGHLIGHTS
Wing Open Finalist | 139 Pounds

2021 HIGHLIGHTS
Wing Open Champion | 139 Pounds

PERSONAL: Member of Cadet Squadron 23…full first name is Joshua, but goes by Josh…majoring in history…future plans include becoming a pilot or RPA (anything rated)…named to the Athletic Director’s List…served as the Athletics Officer for squadron…attended the Academy’s Prep School (“I am a two-time preppie, meaning I’ve been at USAFA going on six years”)…hobbies include sleeping and relaxing with good music…served as Group Commander during Basic Military Training at the prep school over the summer…graduated from the Chicago Military Academy, Bronzeville.

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Tuesday, August 26

Dr. Mark Clifford Interview March 11, 2025

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Dr. Mark Clifford Interview March 4, 2025

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Dr. Mark Clifford Sits Down with FalconsVision

Wednesday, August 27

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Air Force Boxing Announces 2025 Fall Schedule

Thursday, August 14

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Air Force Women Claim First NCBA National Team Title

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Falcons Advance Six to National Finals

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