About Joe Erskine
Lived 1930 – 2009 (aged 78). Joe Erskine was an American ultramarathon runner and boxer.
Joseph Harold "Joey" Erskine (October 17, 1930 – January 16, 2009) was an American athlete who was active as a welterweight boxer in 1953 and 1954, and as a long distance runner from 1975 to 1980.
Professional boxing record
Loss
KO 5 9 Sep 1954
Loss
PTS 4 3 Sep 1954
Win
PTS 6 12 Aug 1954
Win
PTS 4 14 Jul 1954
Loss
PTS 4 17 May 1954
Win
PTS 6 30 Apr 1954
Loss
PTS 4 19 Apr 1954
Loss
PTS 4 29 Mar 1954
Loss
PTS 4 12 Mar 1954
Win
PTS 4 1 Dec 1953
Draw
28 Nov 1953
Long distance running career In the mid-1970s while in his mid-forties, Erskine, as a member of the Millrose Athletic Association, became a champion ultramarathoner participating in such races as the Boston and New York Marathons, the New York Road Runner Club's Metropolitan 50 Miler, as well as the London to Brighton Ultramarathon.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joe Erskine?
American boxer
When was Joe Erskine born?
Joe Erskine was born on 17 October 1930 in Manhattan.
When did Joe Erskine die?
Joe Erskine died on 16 January 2009 in Christiansted.
What was Joe Erskine's occupation?
Joe Erskine was an ultramarathon runner and boxer.
What nationality was Joe Erskine?
Joe Erskine was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joe Erskine (American boxer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Erskine. https://biography.guide/joe-erskine-ultramarathon-runner/
MLA: "Joe Erskine." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-erskine-ultramarathon-runner/.
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