By Robert Coster
Boxing Promoter/ Manager Jacques Deschamps has passed away from a heart attack. Deschamps, a businessman by profession, was a lover of the sweet science and promoted and managed boxers in Central America and the Caribbean (Haiti, Jamaica, Panama ) over various decades. Jacques fostered the career of three world champions: Edgar Sosa of Mexico, Anselmo Moreno of Panama, and Nicholas Walters of Jamaica. Two other boxers of his, Bunny Grant and Richard Clarke, fought for world titles. In 2019, Deschamps was named best promoter of the Caribbean and Central America at the annual WBC Convention. Jacques Deschamps was 68 years old. May he rest in peace.
Always remember Jacques Deschamps for those cards he would do in Haiti. I thought those were nice because not too many, if anyone, was doing that. And also for just how active he kept Edgar Sosa. Guy was a world champion with the fight schedule of a top level journeyman. Well done Jacques and rest easy!
Prayers for this mans family and loved ones and may he Rest In Peace.
Thank you Jacques Deschamps for your contributions to the sport. Rest up champ!