Only one prospect brought back a medal in the 2024 Paris Games from boxing—21-year-old Omari Jones. The Orlando resident won a bronze medal but squandered his chances for gold losing to Uzbekistan’s Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev in the semi-finals of the welterweight division. However, months after the games came to a close, Jones has achieved a new milestone.

Before the Olympic Games, Jones’ resume was already a star-studded wonder, with a gold medal from the Czech Republic Grand Prix and the 2023 GeeBee International Tournament held in Helsinki, Finland. He even clinched a silver medal in the 2021 Elite World Championship held in Belgrade, Serbia.

However, after the games, he redirected his focus to his education. The Orlando resident was attending Valencia College majoring in business. It appears he has completed his associate degree from the college, marking another major milestone in his journey outside the boxing ring. To celebrate this achievement, the 21-year-old shared his excitement on social media, expressing his pride in reaching this important goal.

“I finally walked across the stage today completing my Associates Degree and I am now a proud graduate of Valencia College,” Jones wrote on Instagram while sharing some pictures of himself in his academic regalia. “While training for my boxing career and chasing Olympic Glory while traveling the world. I made sure to find a way to get the job done.”

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Despite his success in boxing, Jones has maintained that education has been a big part of his life. 

Omari Jones reveals future after Olympic medal in boxing

While appearing in an interview with Boxing Scene, Jones spoke about the importance of education in his life. “I feel like education was instilled in me since a child,” he said. Following in the footsteps of his two older brothers, Jones claimed he always knew he would do something after school, “even if I don’t know for what.”

“Even if I don’t get a masters [degree] and all of that, I’m going to get some type of degree after high school,” he noted. Describing his future plans, the 21-year-old revealed owning a clothing brand, which he was inspired to start after listening to J.Cole. “I want to be able to look at contracts and run my website and my business that I have now with my clothing brand and stuff.”

That being said, it appears Omari Jones has a bright career ahead of him, as he completed his associate’s degree. As for when Jones may turn pro, the 21-year-old claims he hasn’t decided yet. What did you think about Jones’ recent achievement?