Kwani B. O'Pharrow is a retired decorated NYPD Detective with twenty-eight years of active service. Kwani B. O'Pharrow was formerly assigned to the elite NYPD Intelligence Bureau.  Kwani was born and raised in Brooklyn and lived with his grandparents.  A former Navy Veteran Kwani served his country from 1990 - 1994, assisted with the Hurricane Andrew clean up, participated in Bosnian operations and received nine medals. Kwani B. O'Pharrow was honorably discharged at the rank of Radioman Petty Officer 3rd Class.  Kwani also volunteered in Greece to help the city of Thessaloniki to build homes for the elderly and helped the survivors of Hurricane Andrew in Dade County Florida during the re-building effort.



In 2012 Kwani became the President of the legendary Starrett City Boxing Club founded by his grandfather the world-renowned Jimmy O'Pharrow. Coach Kwani trains and oversees the gyms operations along with his wife Cindy M. O'Pharrow and good friends Byron McCray, and Hulen Ginn. 
 

Coach Kwani was taught the sweet science of boxing by his legendary grandfather the great Jimmy O'Pharrow. Jimmy O as he is affectionately called, was a former boxer himself. 

Coach Kwani is responsible for increased fundraising efforts as well as creating "Operation Give Back" a community give back program. This program began with coat giveaways, Barclay's boxing events and the annual holiday toy giveaway event.



As a member of the New York City Police Department Kwani received the Excellent Police Duty, Meritorious Police Duty and three Unit Citation medals. Kwani’s assignments were, Community Policing Officer Program (CPOP), Tracer Unit, Conditions Unit, Plain Clothes, School Officer, Domestic Violence Officer, social media investigator and lastly dignitary protection. Detective O'Pharrow, also donated his time and participated in the NYPD's Cops and Kids Basketball program in which he received an award for, In Grateful Appreciation by the Police Commissioner.



In 2019 Kwani along with his wife Cindy O'Pharrow and best friend Byron McCray founded Cops And Kids New York, Inc.  Cops And Kids’ mission is to build relationships with young people by bolstering self-esteem, individual confidence and character by bridging the gap with law enforcement.
This will be done by acquisition of skills in areas that are relevant to a variety of sports activities and educational programs.  

Coach Kwani quotes the great Muhammad Ali - “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth”. 

Coach Greg has been actively involved in training fighters since 1996 at the highly regarded Starrett City Boxing Club, known as the Home of Champions. Over the years, he has worked with numerous notable fighters, including Curtis "Showtime" Stevens, Anthony Irons, who secured the NY Golden Gloves Championship, and Lil Charles. Coach Greg's expertise has also led to invitations to professional training camps, where he has provided pad work to many talented fighters who have passed through the doors of Starrett City Boxing's basement.

Driven by his dedication to the betterment of young individuals, Coach Greg's work reflects his commitment to making a positive impact on their lives. He considers it his way of giving back to the community. Throughout his journey, Coach Greg had the privilege of learning invaluable lessons from Jimmy O'Pharrow, the influential founder of Starrett City Boxing. According to Coach Greg, Jimmy O's caring nature left a lasting impression on him. It was under Jimmy O's guidance that Coach Greg developed the ability to discern whether someone has an inclination towards becoming a fitness boxer or a competitive boxer.

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Coach Greg's experiences have not been confined to the local boxing scene alone. He participated in an international capacity, accompanying the USA Metro Boxing team on a trip to Copenhagen. Reflecting on his career, Coach Greg emphasizes the numerous health benefits that boxing provides, as well as its role in diverting young people away from negative influences on the street.

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Looking ahead to 2023, Coach Greg continues to dedicate himself to training and shaping the next generation of champions at Starrett City Boxing. His unwavering passion and commitment make him an invaluable asset to the sport and those he mentors.

“Heavy” has been a part of Starrett City Boxing since age 5 and even had the pleasure of being trained by the gyms founder, Jimmy O. With over 20 years of boxing experience on both a local and national level he still trains at where it all started. He uses plyometrics, weight training, and of course the sweet science to build his boxers. 

Devin Scott's journey in the world of boxing began at age of 9, igniting a flame that would burn brightly throughout his life. Boxing long side his siblings Growing. he developed a profound respect for the discipline, technique, and strategy that the sport demanded.

Through the years, Devin's passion for boxing only grew stronger, leading him to becoming a coach. However, Devin's journey was marked by a significant detour when he answered the call of duty and joined the United States Air Force (USAF). For six years, he served his country with honor and dedication, drawing strength from the discipline and resilience instilled by his years in the boxing ring. Devin's military service deepened his understanding of the mental and physical aspects of training, traits he now imparts to his students. He believe that boxing is not just about physical prowess; it's about mental resilience, determination, and the pursuit of excellence.

Our mission is to provide a nurturing yet challenging atmosphere that hones the skills of beginners and elevates the abilities of seasoned boxers. We strive to develop champions, whether that's in the form of a belt around the waist or personal victories achieved through dedication and hard work.

Coach George began his boxing career in the 1980s. George had an amateur record of 27-0-5, while capturing the regional 8 Golden Gloves Championship as well as the Louisiana Novice Welterweight Championship, Louisiana Silver Gloves Championship, and the Pelican Games Championship.

George turned pro in 1985 and trained with Davey Moore, Mark Breland, Aaron Davis, Riddick Bowe, and Tim Burgess. George's ended his professional career with six wins, three losses and three KO's (6-3).

Currently George is a trainer at Starrett City Boxing giving back what was given to me as amateur fighter. Helping fighters reach their dream.