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Fayetteville’s Naomi Graham went from being homeless to boxing for Team U.S.A. in Olympics

 Cliff Barnes  July 27, 2021  Leave a Comment on Fayetteville’s Naomi Graham went from being homeless to boxing for Team U.S.A. in Olympics
Naomi Graham, professional boxer from Fayetteville, to represent Team U.S.A. in Olympics

Naomi Graham, a Black woman from Fayetteville, has dreamed of boxing her entire life. …read more

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