Morelle McCane is a professional boxer from the United States of America. She qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games by winning a silver medal at the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago. As a result, McCane became the first female boxer from Cleveland to make it to the Olympics. The feisty American began boxing at 17, during her senior year of high school. Within no time, she rose up the ranks.
Growing up, Morelle McCane idolized legendary boxer Muhammad Ali. She self-admittedly finds motivation through her family, particularly her mother. McCane attained her career-best World Championships finish in 2022, finishing ninth in the 70KG category. Meanwhile, her runner-up finish at the 2023 Pan American Games came in the 66KG event.
How Old is Morelle McCane?
Morelle McCane is 29 years of age, as of 2024.
Born on 20 January 1995, in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, Morelle McCane is the first female boxer from Cleveland and the second from Ohio to compete at the Olympics.
Morelle McCane's Height and Weight
Morelle McCane stands at 5’7” (170 cm) tall, which is a good height for a female professional boxer. Meanwhile, she weighs around 65.5 kg (145 lbs), making her the ideal boxer in the 66 kg category.
Morelle McCane's Career
Morelle “Mo” McCane was merely 17 years old when she entered the ring whilst driving her nephew and niece to a boxing facility. She picked up the sport very soon and sparred with boys as there was not much competition among the girls. McCane was crowned the champion of the National Golden Gloves in 2018, 2019, and 2021.
At the USA Boxing Elite National Championships, Morelle McCane won consecutive titles in 2021 and 2022. A year later, she qualified for the Paris Olympics by winning a silver medal at the 2023 Pan American Games. One of McCane’s most impressive qualities is her desire to fight for change.
Nonetheless, Morelle McCane’s journey was not without major setbacks. Unfortunately in 2013, the boxing specialist had to endure the pain of losing her youngest brother.
“It fueled the fire in me because he was so happy. We used to practice in the kitchen and now I’m on an Olympic stage. It’s crazy to me, I want to cry,” she told USA Today Sports.
FAQ's On Morelle McCane's Age
A. Morelle McCane is 29-years-old, as of 2024. She was born on 20 January 1995.
A. No, Morelle McCane is yet to win an Olympic medal.
A. Morelle McCane is an American professional boxer from Cleveland, Ohio.
A. Morelle McCane’s coaches are Push Davis and Terrence Montgomery, as of mid-2024.
