He fought Lew Jenkins at the White City Arena in Chicago three times in 1939, battling to a draw in their first bout and winning the next two by split decision.

In their final meeting Armstrong was the victor beating Joyce at the Civic Auditorium in San Francisco.

In their second fight, Larkin beat Joyce for the vacant World Jr. Welterweight Title at the Boston Garden.

In their third fight, Joyce lost to Larkin for the World Jr. Welterweight Title at Madison Square Garden in New York.

Joyce also fought Johnny Bratton at the Chicago Stadium in 1946, losing in both fights.