As a 17yr old he began his amateur boxing career at the Footscray Youth Club under the guidance of Beau Gerring. His major achievements as an amateur boxer was becoming the novice and intermediate Victorian Champion. Joel finished his amateur career with 16F 11W 5L before embarking on a professional career. His professional career began at the Glenroy Youth Club under trainer Daryl Ford where had his first 5 professional fights. Most recently he made the move to Sam Labruna who also trains the current IBO light heavyweight world champion Blake Caparello. Since the move, Joel has fought and won twice bringing his professional recored to 5W(Ko3) 2L. In addition to his boxing, Joel completed a Bachelor Degree in Applied Science and a Diploma of Secondary Education. Joel believes he has what it takes to be a champion and has every boxers dream of becoming world champion one day.