Boxing: Joseph Parker confirms split with trainer Kevin Barry - 'I know Kevin will always be in my corner' 4 Mar, 2021 07:00 PM 3 minutes to read Joseph Parker and Kevin Barry. Photo / Photosport NZ Herald Joseph Parker's management has confirmed the split between the Kiwi heavyweight boxer and his long-time trainer Kevin Barry which was first revealed in the Herald this morning. In a statement from manager David Higgins, Parker, the former WBO heavyweight world champion, paid tribute to Barry, saying the partnership had ended amicably. The pair decided to part ways yesterday following Parker's unanimous points win over Junior Fa at Auckland's Spark Arena on Saturday.