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Kooxda Waxqabadka Sare ee Dhallinyarda Mareykanka ayaa bayaan weyn ka sameeyay Jarmalka

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Colorado Springs, LAP. (August 4, 2025) - Sabtidii hore, Mareykanka ayaa xidhay 2025 Koobka Brantenburg ee Frankfurt (Ama), Germany, Fashion ugu badan. Ka dib markii u qalmidda toddobada ciyaartooy ee loogu tala galay billadaha dahabka dahabka ah, Dhammaan toddobada koox ee isku xidhnaa ee ku soo gabagabeeyey maalintii ay gacmahoodu soo saartay ka dib gambaleelka ugu dambeeya. Oo wax walba ayaa loo sheegay, USA waa la aaminay 11 billadaha usbuuca, oo ay ku jiraan toddobo dahab ah iyo afar naxaas ah.

Joselyn Olayo-manoz (Haweenka 48 kiiloogaraam | Iskutallaabta, N.M.) iyo Alexis Tangaro (Haweenka 54 kiiloogaraam | Baaiaala, Hawaii) waxay ahaayeen labada koox ee billadaha dahabiga ah ee USA ee Sabtida. Lorenzo Patricio (Ragga 50 kg | Baaiaala, Hawaii), Salim Ellis-Be Bee (Ragga 60 kiiloogaraam | Philadelphia, Pa.), Lavant Brownlee (Ragga 65 kiiloogaraam | Louisville, Ky.), Yuusuf Awinongya (Ragga 80 kiiloogaraam | Aalid, Jirrado.) iyo Nnajai Wright (Ragga 90+ kiiloogaraam | Richmondi, Va.) waxay ka heleen qaabkoodii ay ku baxaan jidka dhinaceeda ragga ee Mareykanka.

Olayyo-Munos ayaa maalinta furay qaab ciyaareed aan macquul aheyn oo ku saabsan furitaanka. Waxay kusii jeeday weerarka ka soo horjeeday kooxdeeda ka soo horjeedda Talyaaniga, AMELIA, oo waxay muujisay awooddeeda inay noqoto gardarada oo ay wax ka qabato ciqaabta oo dhan. Olayyo-Munos oo faaruq ah oo ugu dambeyntii kasbatay go'aanka go'aanka ah ee guusha si ay u kasbato biladheeda caalamiga ah ee ugu horreeya oo loo dejiyo codka maalinta loogu talagalay.

Tangaro ayaa laga hubiyay giraanta laba giraanta dambe oo raacay oo ku habboon a 5-0 Guusha ay iska leedahay iyada oo ay leedahay Lithuania JELIZAVEA Jakimova. Quruxda Iiaiae, Hawaii, Alaabta ayaa ku dhexjirtay jeebka waxayna soo degtay talaalada iyada oo ay ku saxsan tahay dhaliso go'aanka loo yaqaan 'Eranious' oo ay kasbato guushii labaad ee tartankan. Billadaha ayaa calaamad u ah sharaftii ugu horreysay ee caalamiga ah ee shaqadeeda hiwaayadeed.

Patricio wuxuu dib ugu soo laabtay giraanta iyada oo maalin dheeraad ah oo nasasho ah oo ka dambaysa oo ay soo kaxeyso soo kabashadaas si wanaagsan u adeegsiga wanaagsan ee ah 50-Kg cinwaankiisa. Wuxuu ku orday Taj Harrington ee dhaqdhaqaaqa oo uu ku dhaco hareeraha giraanta, Oo taladiisii ​​u soo qaadaya markii uu ku wareejiyay cadowgiisii. Sida uu caadi ahaan u sameeyo, Patricio ayaa soo saaray mugga weeraradiisa inta lagu gudajiray oo ugu dambeyntiina xidhay a 5-0 badisay. Ka dib markii uu helay billadaha dahabka ah, Patricio ayaa sidoo kale loo magacaabay farsamada ugu fiican ee tartankan ka dib markii uu seddex guul gaadhay seddexdii maalmood ee ugu danbeysay.

Ellis-Bey bel wuxuu boostee ciidankiisa Azerbaijan, Cudurka Ilmaha Cayyev, Saddex wareeg ka hor intaanad ugu dambeyntii dhalin 5-0 badisay, Calaamadeynta guusha afaraad ee usbuuca. Philadelphia, Pa., Dhalad-wadaag ah ayaa cadaadis culus ku dabaqaaday inta lagu gudajiray oo uu waxyeelleeyay ka soo horjeeday oo leh dhowr rasaas oo dhowr ah. Ellis-Be Bey ayaa xirmay tartankiisii ​​ugu horreeyay ee caalami ah wuxuuna sheegay in billadaha uu diiradda saaray inta uu socdo 2025 diyaar u degid.

Brownlee ayaa la xiray usbuuca oo leh labo 5-0 go'aanno, mid ka mid ah wareegga furitaanka iyo mid kale ee semifinal-ka, hal RSC oo wareega quarterfals, iyo go'aan ku-tallaalid ah oo ku saabsan xarkaha sabtida. Cinwaanka 65-KG wuxuu kaloo astaamiyay billaddii ugu horreysay ee caalamiga ah ee loogu talagalay Louisville, Ky., hooyo.

Awinongya wuxuu soo jiitay dadka badan mar labaad oo uu kasbaday guushiisii ​​labaad ee uu ka tagay usbuuca, Markan oo ay ka hortagto baska culus ee Australia. Ka dib markii aad karinta basaasidda labada wareeg ee furitaanka, Awinongya wuxuu kululeeyay kuleylka wareega ugu dambeeya wuxuuna ku qasbay sideed qof oo gacantiisa midig ah, kuwaas oo ku qanciyay kooxda Australiya inay ku tuuraan shukumaan. Awinongya ma ahan mid qariib ah oo ku aadan guusha caalamiga ah wuxuuna sheegay in billaddiisii ​​ugu dambeysay ka dib markii uu qaatay seddex guul oo isbuuca oo dhan.

Wright waxay xireysaa bandhiga wax qabad aad u wanaagsan oo loogu talagalay Mareykanka ee 90+ KG Muuqaalka ka dhanka ah Jarmalka Axmed Abdulumamidov. In kasta oo Cabdulugumidov uu qabtay wax cajiib ah oo laga gaadhayo wax qabad, Richmond, Va., Dhaladu waxay lahayd qorshe ciyaar istiraatiiji ah oo meesha laga qaadayo si loo xusho cadowgiisa Jarmalka. Wright mar kale wuxuu adeegsaday dadaalkiisa si uu u helo jidkiisa difaacdiisa ka soo horjeedda kadibna wuxuu soo degay burburka waxyeelada leh. In kasta oo Abdulumaidov ay u muuqdeen kuwo si xoog leh wareega ugu horreeya, Wright wuxuu awooday inuu xidho oo ku jiido biyaha qoto dheer inta lagu jiro wareega labaad iyo saddexaad. Ugu danbeyntii, Wright waa la xiray xarkaha a 3-0 Go'aanka, Dib-u-soo-celinta nimcada garsoorayaasha ka dib markii ay soo dhacday gadaal hore ee xarkaha.

Kooxda waxqabadka ee dhalinyarada ee Mareykanka ayaa si guul leh ku soo gabagabeeyey jadwalkeedii caalamiga ahaa ee 2025. Ee 13 Ciyaaraha fudud ee tartanka koobka Brantenburg, 11 Bidix oo leh billado. All 14 Ciyaaraha fudud ee ku saabsan waxqabadka dhalinyarada ee dhalinyarada ayaa muujiyay awood aad u sareeya sanadka oo dhan oo ay hubsadeen inay ka baxaan dhaxal la mid ah oo ku jira waaxda Waxqabadka Sare ee Mareykanka oo dhan oo ay hada tahay.

Kooxda USA waxaa hogaaminaya macalinka kooxda Edward Fonteeaux (Fayettaville, N.c.), oo uu caawiyay Jason Hamilton (Uupanaanimo, Wash.), Ronald Wright (Columbus, GA.) iyo Yeessia Montalvo (Bloomfield, N.J.). Si aad u eegto dib u eegis dhameystiran oo ku saabsan kooxda Toddobaadka Ku guuleysiga ee USA ee 2025 Koobka Brantenburg, Madaxa bogga Tartanka USA Boxging, xiriir la lehHALKAN.

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USA Boxsing waxaa loo sameeyay in lagu dhiirrigeliyo laguna kobciyo feerka 'Olombikada' ee Mareykanka iyo in lagu dhiirigeliyo raadadka dabka ee dahabka ah ee dahabka iyo tababarayaasha si ay u guuleystaan ​​si ay u gaaraan heer sare oo adag. Intaa waxaa dheer, USA Boxsings-ka ayaa ku dadaalaya in ay baro dhammaan kaqeybgalayaasha dabeecadda, kalsooni iyo diiradda ay u baahan yihiin inay noqdaan horyaal adkeysi iyo kala duwanaansho kaladuwan, labada giraanta oo ka baxsan.USA Boxsing waa hal koox, hal ummad, u aado dahab!

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“The Homecoming” to be headlined by phenom Marco “El Tiburón” Romero on Sept. 6 in Olathe, Kansas

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Magaalada Kansas, May. (July 29, 2025) - Nineteen-year-old boxing phenom Marco “El Tiburón” Romero (9-0, 8 KOs) will make his hometown debut as a professional on September 6, headlining “The Homecoming” Pro-Am card, presented by Turner Boxing Academy, safaaradda safaaradda hudheelka & XARUNTA Shirarka ee Olathe, Kansas.“The Homecoming” is a fundraiser for the Turner Boxing Academy, owned and operated by boxing legend John Brown, in Kansas City, Kansas. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Caruurta nabdoon Johnson County. “This will be a special event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Turner Boxing Academy,” explained Turner, who is Romero’s manager/head trainer. It’s a tough homecoming fight for Marco.”

The primary sponsor of this event is McCarthy Auto Group. “I’m elated to support the Turner Boxing Academy’s 20th anniversary event,” McCarthy Auto Group founder and owner John McCarthy commented. “This is clearly a reputable organization and non-profit. I’ve been impressed with Marco Romero and recognize how pivotal early support can be in shaping a career.”
Romero was a 23-time national amateur champion, highlighted by gold medal performances in the 2024 USA National Championships and National Golden Gloves Tournament, for which he was selected as the “Golden Boy” Award winner as the Most Outstanding Boxer.

He is matched against Javier Dario Aragon (7-1-1, 3 KOs), fighting out of Denver by way of Mexico, in the 8-round main event.

“Fighting at home means so much to me,” Romero said about fighting in Olathe. “It’s giving me that extra motivation and drive to work hard every single day in the gym. I’m ready to give my people from KC and Olathe a show.”
Romero, currently a promotional free agent, has needed only 17 rounds in his 9 roonaadaan xirfadeed, registering 8 stoppages, including his last six fights in a row. He is set to compete as a middleweight for the first time after previously fighting at super middleweight, his sixth fight in 2025.

“Going down to middleweight has always been the plan,” Romero noted. “My dream is to be a multi-world champion in different weight classes. I’m excited to see how I feel going to middleweight and see how I feel after this fight. Our plan is to go even lower in weight to super welterweight.

“I’m ready and excited to fight 8-rounds. Our opposition will be tougher – we know that – so we are preparing for a hard fought 8-rounder or finish it earlier Either way we are coming Shark Style!"

Proud of his Mexican American heritage, Marco’s boxing idols are Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, Julio Cesar Chavez iyo, Dabcan, his namesake, Marco Antonio Barrera. Romero’s ultimate goal is to bring world championship boxing back to Kansas, in order to give back to his community and inspire other young and upcoming boxers from Kansas City, not necessarily just in boxing, but any sport. His ultimate goal is to fill up Arrowhead Stadium one day, either fighting for a world title, or defending his world title belt.

In the 10-round co-featured event, Topeka (KS) feerka John “Iron Man” Cantrell (14-0, 13 KOs) qaadan on doonaa Portland “The Prince” Pringle (5-5, 1 KO), who is from Lexington, Kentucky.

The undercard will feature Kansas City’s (KS) popular Davidson brothers, Marcell Davidson (6-0, 4 KOs) Marcus Davidson (6-1, 5 KOs), both fighting as welterweights in separate 4-round fights. Marcell was a 2-time winner of The Ringside World Championships, iyo sidoo kale 2019 Gloves Golden National Tournament.

In another 4-rounder, Leawood (KS) cruiserweight Ben Turla will make his pro debut in a 4-round match versus Randy “SPAWN” Martina (1-0, 1) from Fort Riley, Kansas Turla was a 3-time national amateur champion as an amateur, including top honors at the 2022 USA Boxing Elite Championships.
Kaarka la beddelo.

Tickets go on sale tomorrow (Wed., July 30) and are reasonably priced — $75.00 (safka hore 1-3) iyo $40.00 (aqoon waxbarasho oo guud) — and available for purchase online at www.eventBrote.com.

Kaarka loo yaqaan 'USA', laga bilaabo 7 p.m. CT, will precede the pro card.Doors open at 6 p.m. CT.
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Ku saabsan akadeemiyada feerka: Akadeemiyada Bode-ga jeexitaanka (TBA) waa naadiga aan macaash doonka ahayn ee ay maamusho mutadawiciin xiiseeya isboortiga iyo saameynta togan ee ay ku leedahay dhalinyarada. Akadeemiyada ayaa ku saleysan gudaha xarunta madaddaalada ee ka dhaca magaalada Kansas, Kansas. Waxaa loo hibeeyay inay siiso jawi aamin ah oo taageero leh oo carruurta si ay wax u bartaan oo ku celceliyaan farshaxanka feerka.

TBA waxaa ka go'an in la sameeyo edbinta, kalsooni, Iyo anshax shaqo oo xoog leh oo ka jira ciyaartooydeena da'da yar. Waxaan aaminsanahay awooda feerka si aan u dhiso dabeecad iyo adkeysi, oo waxaan jecel nahay inaan ka caawinta ardaydeena furi karaan awooddooda buuxda ee gudaha iyo dibedda.

Ku saabsan kooxda mccarthy auto group: Kooxda 'McCarthy Auto Group' waa shabakad qoys oo ay leedahay qoyska oo ah diiwaan-galinta baabuurta-buuxa iyo xarumaha dayactirka, si sharaf leh u kibirsan oo ku taal magaalada Kansas City Metro. Iyada oo ka badan 30 sano oo taariikh qoto dheer, Waxaan ku koray inaan shaqeyno 9 Abaalmarisiyada guuleysiga-guuleysiga ee ku baahsan Missouri iyo Kansas, oo ay la socdaan 4 xarumo isku dhac ku dhacay.

Shirkaddaas oo kale 700 Shaqaalaha, Waxay bixisaa xulasho balaaran oo gawaarida cusub oo la isticmaalay oo lagu taageeray maalgelinta daahfuran, Qiimo caddaalad ah, iyo ballanqaad aan kala go 'lahayn oo ku saabsan qanacsanaanta macaamiisha. Kooxda 'McCarthy Auto' ayaa wali u heellan inay dib u soo celiso abaalmarinta 60 Deeqda waxbarasho ee maxalliga ah sanad walba iyo taageerida la-hawlgalayaasha badan ee bulshada, oo ay ku jiraan wiilasha & Naadiyada gabdhaha, Ururka Kansarka Mareykanka, Guddiga Dembiyada Magaalada Kansas City, Dugsiyada Sare ee Aagga, Hoyga xoolaha, iyo inbadan oo kale.

Ku saabsan carruurta nabdoon Johnson County: Caruurta nabdoon Johnson County (KS) waxaa hogaaminaya waaxda caafimaadka ee Johnson County, kaas oo bixiya shaqaale u heellan oo daryeel leh, Howlgallo hawlgal iyo agabyo kale oo lagu caawiyo gaarista himiladeeda guud: Ilaalinta caruurtaada ammaan. Iyada oo ku saleysan baahida bulshada, Isbahaysigan ayaa fulinaya barnaamijyada ku saleysan caddeynta, sida baaritaanka kuraasta gaariga, Aqoon-isweydaarsiyo nabadgelyo iyo rugo caafimaad isboorti, Taasi waxay ka caawinaysaa waalidiinta iyo daryeelayaasha inay ka hortagaan dhaawacyada carruurnimada.
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JULY 12: The Spartan Series: Vegas Fight Experience — Where Authentic Sparring Meets Cinematic Vegas Energy

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Next Filming July 12 at Pound-4-Pound Boxing Gym
3230 Polaris Ave #12 – Las Vegas NV 89102

Doors Open at 2:30 pm PT

First Sparring Session at 3:00 pm PT
Las Vegas, NV (July 9, 2025) – The next edition of The Spartan Series: A Las Vegas Fight Experience ayaa qarka u saaran July 12, 2025, at the world-renowned Pound-4-Pound Boxing Gym. Step into the heart of the Las Vegas fight scene and witness the raw intensity of elite-level sparring, streamed directly to audiences around the globe. This isn’t your typical gym session or a flashy social media stunt — it’s a fully immersive experience that brings the energy, grit, and atmosphere of fight night to life in a way you’ve never seen before.

From hungry up-and-comers to experienced veterans and elite amateurs, The Spartan Series offers a powerful platform for fighters to elevate their profile and grow their brand. With direct exposure to top names in the boxing world — including managers, dhiirrigeliyeyaasha, and sponsors — this is a prime opportunity to stand out and make an impact. Our message to fighters ready to take the next step…Step in and get seen. This is your moment.

Underground Energy. Professional Precision. Cinematic Production.Full-intensity professional sparring matches — each one capturing the heat of real rivalries and the unfiltered soul of the underground Las Vegas fight scene will be in full effect. With a live audience, pro-level commentary, and all the drama of a championship bout, The Spartan Series delivers the visceral energy of fight night with unrivaled authenticity.
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Witness It Live — Only with The Boxing Link!The Spartan Series is not just filmed — it’s a live event brought to you by The Boxing Link, where top fighters go toe-to-toe in front of a roaring, live audience. This is sparring elevated to an epic experience — raw, intense, and unforgettable. Get your free tickets now at TheBoxingLink.com!

Next Filming July 12 at Pound-4-Pound Boxing Gym, 3230 Polaris Ave #12 – Las Vegas, NV 89102

Doors Open at 2:30 pm PTFirst Sparring Session at 3:00 pm PT
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Sponsorship opportunities are available for brands ready to be part of this groundbreaking fight series. Details at TheBoxingLink.com/sponsor.
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Amateur or professional fighter? If you’re looking to get cinematic footage, epic b-roll, interviews, and the chance to spar on a live stage, reach out now to be featured at one of our upcoming events.

A Production Built for Impact
Every fight is crafted for maximum engagement!

Multi-Camera Coverage: Skycams, drones, handhelds, and fixed rigs ensure no angle is missed.

Professional Audio: Live corner talk and commentary put fans ringside.

Branded Graphics: Custom-built timers, fighter stats, and lower thirds built for sponsor integration.

Vegas Atmosphere: From live music to magicians and dramatic walkouts, the show doesn’t stop when the bell rings.

One Fight. Every Week. With one premium fight released weekly, The Spartan Series offers a sustained promotional runway. Perfect for brand partners and fans looking to ride the wave of high-impact, high-engagement content on a weekly basis.

Why This Matters: This is the future of digital fight content — where authenticity meets entertainment, and brands connect with audiences through emotion, farax, and elite production value.

Whether you’re a fan of the fight game or a sponsor ready to tap into the underground Vegas energy, The Spartan Series is your front-row seat to something raw, dhabta ah, and revolutionary.
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USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Team Concluded World Boxing Championship 2025 With Nine Medals

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Yoseline Perez (54kg), Alyssa Mendoza (57kg) Nab Gold Medals

USTI NAD LABEM, Czech Republic (June 15, 2025) -Team USA’s Elite High Performance roster picked up nine medals to close out the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem this past Saturday. Yoseline Perez (Haweenka 54 kg) and Alyssa Mendoza (Haweenka 57 kg) led the way for the USA with gold medals in their respective weight classes, marking the first international gold medals of 2025.

Perez got things started this morning for the Red, White and Blue, earning a 4-1 victory over England’s Charley Davidson. The Houston, Texas native has been notable this year with top two finishes in each of her international competitions in 2025. At the World Boxing Challenge 2025, Perez secured two unanimous decision victories in three appearances to close an incredible week in the Czech Republic. This gold medal marks the first of Perez’s Elite international career for USA Boxing.

Mendoza secured her first medal of the calendar year while in Usti Nad Labem, and she did so in a dominant fashion. She earned two unanimous decisions and one 4-1 split decision victory in her three bouts on the week. One of her unanimous decisions came in Saturday’s championship bout over Mongolia’s Michidmaa Erdenedalai, a Paris 2024 Cayaaraha olombikada.

Three other Team USA boxers also competed on Saturday, June 14, each of whom claimed silver medals at the 2025 World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem. Marie Angelis Rosendo (Haweenka 70 kg) and Malachi Georges (Ragga 90 kg) earned the first international medals of their careers. Kelvin Watts (Ragga 90+ kg) secured his first silver medal of 2025, marking his second career international medal.

The Stars and Stripes’ nine medals conclude the 2025 World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem, and the team will now travel to Astana, Kazakhstan, for the second World Boxing Cup of 2025. Team USA will be represented by 12 diinta, six male and six female, at the World Boxing Cup: Astana 2025. The event will take place from June 30 to July 7.

USA Boxing is led by head coach Billy Walsh (Colorado Springs, Colo.) and assisted by National Resident Coach Timothy Nolan (Rochester, N.Y.), Nicole Burleson (Bethany, Okla.-.), and Eric Zimmerman (Alexandria, Va.).

Team USA was represented by 12 boxers at the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025. For all tournament news, Natiijada, and additional event information at the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem, Team USA fans can visit the USA Boxing event page, xiriir la lehHALKAN.

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Ku saabsan USA Boxing USA Boxsing waxaa loo sameeyay in lagu dhiirrigeliyo laguna kobciyo feerka 'Olombikada' ee Mareykanka iyo in lagu dhiirigeliyo raadadka dabka ee dahabka ah ee dahabka iyo tababarayaasha si ay u guuleystaan ​​si ay u gaaraan heer sare oo adag. Intaa waxaa dheer, USA Boxsings-ka ayaa ku dadaalaya in ay baro dhammaan kaqeybgalayaasha dabeecadda, kalsooni iyo diiradda ay u baahan yihiin inay noqdaan horyaal adkeysi iyo kala duwanaansho kaladuwan, labada giraanta oo ka baxsan.USA Boxsing waa hal koox, hal ummad, u aado dahab!

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Four Boxers Advance to Gold Medal Matches on Day Three of World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem

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Four Team USA Boxers Close Friday With Bronze Medals

USTI NAD LABEM, Czech Republic (June 13, 2025) -Team USA tied a bow on day three of the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025 with four boxers earning bronze medals and four more athletes advancing to the gold medal rounds. Yoseline Perez (Haweenka 54 kg), Alyssa Mendoza (Haweenka 57 kg), Malachi Georges (Ragga 90 kg) and Kelvin Watts (Ragga 90+ kg) stamped won on Friday. Looking ahead to Saturday’s finals action, Team USA will see five boxers contesting for gold medals at the World Boxing Challenge.

Rene Camacho (Ragga 65 kg), Robby Gonzales (Ragga 80 kg), Jajaira Gonzalez (Haweenka 60 kg) and Morelle McCane (Haweenka 65 kg) concluded their respective weeks with bronze medals on Friday. McCane’s latest bronze marks her second internationally this year, following her outing at the World Boxing Cup: Brazil 2025. Camacho finished his impressive week with his first Elite international medal after two wins in three appearances. Gonzalez secured her medal in her first international competition of 2025, while Gonzales finished the week with a 1-1 record for his first podium placement of the year.

Mendoza nabbed a 4-1 statement victory over Brazil’s Jucielen Romeo, avenging her loss to the Brazilian at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. In addition to her latest victory, the Caldwell, Idaho, native also defeated Hungary’s Vladislava Kukhta on Thursday. Following Saturday’s performance, Mendoza has guaranteed herself at least a silver medal. She will now take on Mongolia’s Michidmaa Erdenedalai on Saturday in bout four.

"Waxaan dareemayaa weyn,” Mendoza stated. “It was definitely a really tough bout, someone that I’ve shared the ring with before [kaas oo] always a tough competitor but we were able to pull off the victory today. I’m feeling good and we’re going into the silver and gold match tomorrow.”

Perez advances to the gold medal match in the women’s 54-kg division after garnering her second 5-0 decision of the week, this time against Hungary’s Hanna Lakotar. She will now compete in her second gold medal bout of the year and is riding a wave of confidence heading into her final matchup of the week. She will square off against England’s Charley Davidson in bout three.

Among the Team USA men’s contenders, Georges continued his remarkable week with a 4 1 win over Moldova’s Andrei Zaplitnii on Friday. In his two bouts, Georges has consistently dominated from the opening bell and enforced his powerful game on his foes. He will take on Brazil’s Isaias Filho in bout 18.

“I feel good,” said Georges. “I’m making it deep in this tournament. I’m here for the gold. Berri, I’ve got a guy, celis, he thinks he’s better than me, but he just caught me at a time when I wasn’t where I need to be mentally. But I’m going to show him tomorrow. We’re on to the next one, getting that gold.”

Watts opened his tournament on Friday against Mexico’s Alejandro Cruz and imposed his size and power from the beginning of the bout. The super heavyweight has been hard at work this year and is guaranteed at least a silver medal at the World Boxing Challenge. Watts is focused on closing his week strong against Italy’s Diego Lenzi, a Paris 2024 Cayaaraha olombikada, in bout 19.

In addition to the four Team USA winners from Friday, Marie-Angelis Rosendo will make her tournament debut on Saturday in the women’s 70-kg weight class against Brazil’s Barbara dos Santos in bout seven. Rosendo is making her Elite international debut for the USA and is intent on showing out on the world’s stage.

Saturday’s lone session at the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025 will get underway at approximately 10 a.m. IYO, with only one ring hosting all bouts. Each round of the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025 will be broadcast live on the Czech Boxing Association’s YouTube channel. To watch all the action throughout the tournament, clickHALKAN.

For all tournament updates, brackets, and additional event information for the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem, Team USA fans can visit the USA Boxing event page, xiriir la lehHALKAN.

Team USA Competition Schedule | Saturday, June 14:

W54 kg: Yoseline Perez, Houston, Texas/USA vs. Charley Davidson, ENG | Xumad 3

W57 kg: Alyssa Mendoza, Caldwell, Idaho/USA vs. Michidmaa Erdenedalai, MNG | Xumad 4

W70 kg: Marie-Angelis Rosendo, Deland, Fla./USA vs. Barbara dos Santos, BRA | Xumad 7

M90 kg: Malachi Georges, Teaneck, N.J./USA vs. Isaias Filho, BRA | Xumad 18

M90+ kg: Kelvin Watts, Chesapeake, Va./USA vs. Diego Lenzi, ITA | Xumad 19

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Team USA Sends Seven Boxers to the Medal Rounds Thursday at World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025

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USTI NAD LABEM, Czech Republic (June 12, 2025) -Team USA dominated day two of the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025, securing seven wins and seven medals on Thursday. Two Team USA competitors secured their first international medals, while four key veterans secured their first international wins of 2025 during Thursday’s action.

Rene Camacho (Ragga 65 kg) and Malachi Georges were standouts during Thursday’s competition. Both boxers earned unanimous decisions in the quarterfinals, securing their spots in the medal round and their first international medals along the way. Camacho secured his second victory in the event after taking down Brazil’s Carlos Patrique Souza. The Houston, Texas, native will now look to secure a berth in the gold medal round but will need to defeat Japan’s Shion Nishiyama to do so. Georges’ impressive win over Hungary’s Levente Kiss marked his first international victory, setting up a bout against Moldova’s Andrei Zaplitnii on Friday.

As for the Stars and Stripes’ veterans, Yoseline Perez (Haweenka 54 kg) earned Team USA’s first win of the day, a 5-0 unanimous decision over Mexico’s Ariadna Jeanette Gil. Perez will now compete in the medal round for the second consecutive tournament, this time against Hungary’s Hanna Lakotar. Intaa waxaa dheer, Rahim Gonzales shined bright against Austria’s Lucky Aimufua and earned a 5-0 win of his own.

Team USA’s three returning Olympians then took the ring and dominated their respective opponents on day two. Alyssa Mendoza (Haweenka 57 kg) and Jajaira Gonzalez (Haweenka 60 kg) each earned unanimous decision victories over Hungary’s Vladislava Kukhta and Italy’s Rebeca Nicoli, siday u kala horreeyaan. Morelle McCane (Haweenka 65 kg) nabbed a 4-1 win over Switzerland’s Anna Julia Jenni.

Mendoza will now have a massive showdown with Brazil’s Jucielen Romeu on Friday to decide one half of the gold medal bout. Mendoza and Romeu have a recent history, as Mendoza will seek revenge after Romeu defeated the Caldwell, Idaho, native in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Gonzalez will look for her third win of the tournament and will square off against Brazil’s Rebecca Santos on Friday. McCane will take on Hungary’s Luca Hamori during Friday’s slate.

Kelvin Watts (Ragga 90+ kg) will make his tournament debut on Friday against Mexico’s Alejandro Cruz. Watts is coming off a bronze medal at the World Boxing Cup: Brazil 2025.

Friday’s sessions at the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025 will get underway at approximately 8 a.m. IYO. Each round of the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025 will be broadcast live on the Czech Boxing Association’s YouTube channel. To watch all the action throughout the tournament, clickHALKAN.

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Team USA Competition Schedule | Friday, June 13:

Ring 1:

W54 kg: Yoseline Perez, Houston, Texas/USA vs. Hanna Lakotar, HUN | Xumad 5

W57 kg: Alyssa Mendoza, Caldwell, Idaho/USA vs. Jucielen Romeu, BRA | Xumad 8

W60 kg: Jajaira Gonzalez, Glendora, Calif./USA vs. Rebecca Santos, BRA | Xumad 10

W65 kg: Morelle McCane, Cleveland, Ohio/USA vs. Luca Hamori, HUN | Xumad 12

M80 kg: Robby “Rahim” Gonzales, Las Vegas, Nev./USA vs. Pylyp Akhilov, HUN | Xumad 17

Ring 2:

M65 kg: Rene Camacho, Houston, Texas/USA vs. Shion Nishiyama, JPN | Xumad 8

M90 kg: Malachi Georges, Teaneck, N.J./USA vs. Andrei Zaplitnii, MDA | Xumad 16

M90+ kg: Kelvin Watts, Chesapeake, Va./USA vs. Alejandro Cruz, MEX | Xumad 17

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Rene Camacho, Jajaira Gonzalez Capture Wins on Day One of World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025

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Camacho, Gonzalez each earn 3-2 victories on tournament’s opening day
USTI NAD LABEM, Czech Republic (June 11, 2025) - Jajaira Gonzalez (Women’s 60 kg) and Rene Camacho (Men’s 65 kg) each captured 3-2 wins in their tournament debuts Wednesday at the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025.

The pair were the lone Team USA athletes in competition on day one of the tournament, and following their victories, they now advance to the quarterfinal rounds of their respective brackets.

Gonzalez (Glendora, Message.) closed out her 2025 international debut in style with a 3-2 victory over Croatia’s Sara Beram. Following the victory, Gonzalez will take on Italy’s Rebecca Nicoli in the quarterfinals of the women’s 60kg division. A second win at the tournament for the Glendora, Message., native will guarantee her a medal at the event; Si kastaba ha ahaatee, she remains persistent in capturing the gold medal in her 2025 international debut tournament.

“First time fighting international since the Games,” said Gonzalez after her victory. “I felt a little rusty, but of course, it’s the first day. Back at it again tomorrow, and it’s going to be better tomorrow.”

Camacho (Houston, Texas) entered the ring with confidence for his Team USA international debut. After listening to the opening bell and stepping out to throw the first punch of the bout, Camacho closed the door on any questions about whether or not he was ready for the international stage. Camacho shined under the lights and ultimately secured a 3-2 win over Hungary’s Milan Petriman.

“Feeling good, feeling good. I got the dub,” said Camacho of his win over Hungary on the opening day of the tournament. “We’re taking it all the way to the gold. We’re not going for anything less. Win, badisay, win and win again!"

Thursday’s competition will feature nine boxers from the United States, beginning with Orlando Zamora (Turlock, Message. | 55kg) in Ring B, bout five, against Brazil’s Michael Douglas Trindade, a Paris 2024 Cayaaraha olombikada.

Thomas Covington (Detroit, i. | 60kg) will make his international debut in Ring B, bout eight, against Brazil’s Luiz Gabriel Oliveira, another Paris 2024 Cayaaraha olombikada, who fell to the USA’s Jahmal Harvey last summer in Paris.

Camacho will return to action for his quarterfinal appearance in the 65kg division against Brazil’s Carlos Patrique Souza in Ring B, dhamaadka 13.

Malachi Georges (Teaneck, N.J. | 90kg) will close out Ring B for the USA in bout 27 against Hungary’s Levente Kiss.

Yoseline Perez (Houston, Texas | 54 kg) will kick off Thursday’s USA women’s competition in Ring A bout 10 against Mexico’s Ariadna Jeanette Gil.

Alyssa Mendoza will then step between the ropes in Ring A, dhamaadka 16, against Hungary’s Vladislava Kukhta in the women’s 57kg division.

Gonzalez will return to action for her quarterfinal bout in Ring A, dhamaadka 20, against her Italian foe. Morelle McCane will then make her tournament debut and close out the action for the USA women in Ring A, dhamaadka 23, against Switzerland’s Anna Julia Jenni.

In the final bout of the day for Team USA is Robby “Rahim” Gonzales, who will square off against Austria’s Lucky Aimufua in Ring A, dhamaadka 28. Gonzales will aim to open his tournament contention with a bang in the 80kg division and will need three wins to earn a gold medal.

Thursday’s sessions at the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025 will get underway at approximately 7 a.m. IYO. Each round of the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem 2025 will be broadcast live on the Czech Boxing Association’s YouTube channel. To watch all the action throughout the tournament, click HALKAN.

For all tournament updates, brackets, and any additional event information for the World Boxing Challenge Grand Prix Usti Nad Labem, Team USA fans can head to the USA Boxing event page, xiriir la leh HALKAN.

Team USA Competition Schedule | Thursday, June 12:Ring 1:W54 kg: Yoseline Perez, Houston, Texas/USA vs. Ariadna Jeanette Gil, MEX | Bout 10W57 kg: Alyssa Mendoza, Caldwell, Idaho/USA vs. Vladislava Kukhta, HUN | Bout 16W60 kg: Jajaira Gonzalez, Glendora, Calif./USA vs. Rebecca Nicoli, ITA | Bout 20W65 kg: Morelle McCane, Cleveland, Ohio/USA vs. Anna Julia Jenni, SUI | Bout 23M80 kg: Robby “Rahim” Gonzales, Las Vegas, Nev./USA vs. Lucky Aimufua, HUN | Xumad 28

Ring 2:M55 kg: Orlando Zamora, Turlock, Calif./USA vs. Michael Douglas Trindade, BRA | Bout 5M60 kg: Thomas Covington, Detroit, Mich./USA vs. Luiz Gabriel Oliveira, BRA | Bout 8M65 kg: Rene Camacho, Houston, Texas/USA vs. Carlos Patrique Souza, BRA | Bout 13M90 kg: Malachi Georges, Teaneck, N.J./USA vs. Levente Kiss, HUN | Xumad 27

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Team USA Learns Its Path To Gold For U19 World Championships

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PUEBLO, LAP. (October 26, 2024) — Team USA will have twelve boxers competing at the 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships. These twelve boxers learned their paths to gold, including their first-round opponents during Friday tournament draw.

The 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships boxing tournament has 20 weight divisions, 10 men’s and 10 Haweenka. Competition in Pueblo, LAP. will begin on Saturday, October 26 before concluding on Saturday, November 2, at the Pueblo Convention Center.

Getting it all started for Team USA is Joselyn Olayo-manoz (La Cruces, N.M.) iyo Shamiracle Hardaway (Lagrange, GA.). Olayo-Munoz will box Chanchal Chaudary out of India in the 48 kg weight class tomorrow afternoon around 5:30 IYO. Hardaway will match up with Penelope Grochau from Germany in the 60 kg weight class.

Hardaway was on the Youth High-Performance Team last year and earned bronze at the 2023 International Invitational in Germany. If both boxers win their opening bouts, they will advance to the medal round.

Sunday, October 27, Team USA will see their first male boxer in Emmanuel Chance (East Orange, N.J.) Chance is boxing in the 55 kg weight class and received a bye and will get the winner of Juan Jin from South Korea and Kelvy da Trindade from Brazil. Chance won silver at the 2023 Youth International Invitational in Germany.

Also competing Sunday is Laila Zakirova (Staten Island, N.Y.). Zakirova is boxing in the 51 kg weight class and is boxing Xian Baguhin out of the Philippines.

Team USA will see six boxers make their 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships debuts.

Lorenzo Patricio (Baaiaala, Hawaii) will represent Team USA in the 50 kg weight class and received a first-round bye and will box the winner of Seiya Nakayam out of Japan and Beau Piggott out of Australia.

Violet Lopez (Milwaukee, Wis.) also, with a first-round bye and will box Caitlyn Wise out of England in the 54 kg weight class.

In ka 70 kg weight class Malachi Ross (Grandview, Mo.) earned a bye and is going up against the winner of Festim Nimani from Germany and Sumit Sumit from India.

For Team USA in the 75 kg weight class, Yuusuf Awinongya (Jouliet, Jirrado.) will go up against Connor Anerson from Australia.

Elijah Lugo (Marietta, GA.) will represent the USA in the 80 kg weight class and will go head-to-head with Cristian Sarsilli out of Italy.

In the heavyweight class of 90 kg, Rishon Sims (Harrisburg, Pa.) will go up against Eris Andi Lushtaku out of Germany. Sims was on the Youth High-Performance Team last year and won gold at the 2023 International Invitational in Germany.

Mesiah Nimo (Dallas, Texas) is the lone boxer going on Tuesday, October 29, and he will box in the 65-kg weight class and was given a bye and will box the victor of Simon Stojka from Czech Republic and Assylkhan Kosherbay from Kazakhstan.

Nevaeh Williams received a bye and will go head-to-head with the winner of Aaliyah Hoppema from the Netherlands or Renee Doole out of New Zealand. Due to the bye Williams is already in the medal round and will receive at least a bronze medal.

Ticket pricing for the 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships begins at $10 for a single-day pass or $50 for an all-week pass. Fans can also purchase tickets exclusively for Saturday’s finals at the price of $25.

USA Boxing will be led by National Development coach Chad Wigle (Colorado Springs, Colo.). Assisting Wigle will be three assistant coaches in Danilo Garcia (Oakland, Message.), Edward Fonteneaux (Fayettaville, N.c.), and Blanca Gutierrez (Pacifica, Message.).

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ABOUT USA BOXING: The mission of USA Boxing shall be to enable United States’ athletes and coaches to achieve sustained competitive excellence, develop character, support the sport of boxing, and promote and grow Olympic style boxing in the United States. The responsibility of USA Boxing is not only to produce Olympic gold, but also oversee and govern every aspect of amateur boxing in the United States.
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In ka badan 180 boxers from 30 nations will compete in 2024 U19 World Boxing Championships in Colorado

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RENES, Switzerland (June 20, 2024) — In ka badan 180 boxers from 30 National Federations will compete in the 2024 U19 World Boxing Championships which get underway this week at the Pueblo Convention Center, Colorado, USA (October 26 – November 2, 2024).

The competition, for male and female boxers aged 17 iyo 18, is World Boxing’s first-ever global championships. It will feature athletes from all five Continents that compete in boxing and will be held across 10 weight categories for both men and women.

The action will run across one session per day, laga bilaabo 15:00 MT for the first five days when there will be two rings in place. The penultimate day, Friday, 1 November, will have one session in one ring, laga bilaabo 13:00 MT.  The final day, when the medals will be handed out, will also feature action in a single ring across one session of boxing, laga bilaabo 13:00 MT.

The largest contingent of boxers taking part in this historic event are from the host nation, USA, along with India and Italy, who have all entered teams of 15 ragga iyo dumarka.

Other National Federations that will be taking part in the U19 Championships are Algeria, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Czech Republic, Ecuador, England, Finland, Germany, Hindiya, Ciraaq, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Mongolia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Filibiin, Singapore, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Tahiti, Thailand, Ukraine, United States and Wales.

Details of the draw, jadwalka, and all event documents can be viewed athttps://www.usaboxing.org/2024-u19-world-boxing-championships.

The President of World Boxing, Boris van der Vorst, sheegay: “This competition is a significant milestone in the development of World Boxing, and I would like to thank USA Boxing for hosting our first global championships.

“World Boxing is committed to putting athletes first and delivering high quality competition opportunities for boxers at all levels is a significant part of this. I have no doubt that our colleagues at USA Boxing will deliver a top-class event which will provide a fantastic platform for U19 men and women from our member National Federations to showcase their skills and further their development as elite boxers.”

USA Boxing CEO and Executive Director, Mike McAtee, commented: “As we prepare to host the 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships, I could not be more excited for the opportunity to showcase the incredible talent of our youth boxers on an international stage.

“This event marks a historic moment for World Boxing and our sport. The World Boxing U19 Championships will serve as a monumental opportunity to keep Olympic-style boxing at the heart of the Olympic movement, and we are thrilled to play a pivotal role in fostering the next generation of champions from around the world. Wadajir, we will celebrate the spirit of competition and the dedication that defines our sport.”

The Chair of the Board of USA Boxing, Tyson Lee, hadalkiisa raaciyay: “As Chair of the Board of USA Boxing, I am honored to welcome everyone to the 2024 World Boxing U19 Championships here in Colorado.

“In a short time, World Boxing has made remarkable progress in fostering competitive international tournaments by collaborating with National Federations around the globe. We at USA Boxing are proud to contribute to this effort, and we are eager to witness the spirited competition that this event will bring.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, our dedicated staff, and the entire USA Boxing community, thank you for your participation and best of luck to all the athletes!"

The 2024 U19 World Boxing Championships will be streamed live on World Boxing’s YouTube page and World Boxing will be posting updates throughout the competition on its social media channels:

• Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/officialworldboxing/

• X / Twitter –https://twitter.com/RealWorldBoxing

• Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/OfficialWorldBoxing

World Boxing was launched in April 2023 and aims to ensure that boxing remains at the heart of the Olympic movement and currently has 44-member National Federations covering all five Continents that compete in international boxing.

On 7 May 2024 World Boxing held its first meeting with the IOC which signaled the start of formal collaboration between the two organizations aimed at establishing a pathway for boxing to remain in the Olympic Games.

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Providence police officer Kyana Williams captured a bronze medal at prestigious National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions

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Siiya (May 28, 2024) –Providence police officer Kyana “Special Kay” Williams, a 2024 New England Golden Gloves Champion, captured a bronze medal in the welterweight (146-pound) division at the recent National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions hosted by the City of Detroit.

The National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions features a Who’s Who of amateur boxing in the United States. Virtually every great U.S. boxer since 1928 has competed in this prestigious competition.

Williams shutout Zamyla Thurman-Houston in the opening round by way of a unanimous decision, 5-0, and she was edged in the semifinals round, 3-2, by Brianna Gulia, the eventual runner-up.

“I proved that I’m one of the best in the country,” an ecstatic Williams said about her performance. “I’m really excited about it.”

Williams, a resident of Providence, is coached by David Keefe and Joshua Lemar at Bishop’s Boxing in Bridgewater and Veloz Boxing in Providence.

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TEAM WILLIAMS (R-L) – Joshua Lemar, Kyana Williams and Dave Keefe

“She came out of nowhere,” coach Keefe explained. “Three years ago, I was training fighters and Kyana was in the gym. I told her that when she was ready to contact me, I’d train her. We started together four months ago and look at what she’s done. She could turn pro right now, but I’d like to keep working on a few more things before she does.”

Williams had several obstacles to overcome to get where she’s at in life as well as boxing. When Keefe first saw her, Kyana wasn’t ready to commit to boxing, largely because of her new career as a police officer. Maanta, she is in her eighth year as a member of the Providence Police Department, patrolling the North End of the city. She recently made the Detective list, and she expects to be promoted very soon.

Because her work schedule is between 6:45 a.m. IYO iyo 2:45 p.m. IYO, she is able to juggle her vocation and boxing. Her typical day starts at 5 a.m. for strength-and-conditioning training, followed by a morning run, and she does her boxing workouts at night.

“I’m an early riser,” she admitted, “so I don’t have any trouble (managing her time). I do have a job to do, rules are rules and laws are laws, and I try to make people’s days easier when I go on call. In giraanta, inkasta oo, I give my opponents a hard time.”

Williams started in combat sports as a kickboxer when she was 13, competed for the first time when she was 15, and she first started boxing in 2013. She took seven years off from boxing, although she always popped into the gym like she did when she met Keefe.

“I was policing, but you can’t play boxing,” she admitted. “I wasn’t all in (feerka). It was like riding a bike. I’ve learned a few things that have helped me in boxing. I have to be calm doing police work like I do in the ring. The level of confidence I have as a police officer helps me in the ring, aad.

There were a couple of other issues. In 2015, she and her father were both shot during a home invasion. Williams was shot below the hip, her father in the toe. Doctors chose not to take out the bullet because of potential nerve damage and/or infection, believing exercising would safely move the bullet away from nerve damage. “If I ran six miles,” she noted, “my leg would go numb. I needed to build strength in my left and, as long as I do yoga and stretch, I’m good now.”

During her respite from boxing, Williams added weight and when she was ready to commit to boxing, she needed to lose weight and lost 65 pounds.

“When I saw Dave,” the 27-year-old Williams added, “ I knew I had to get back in shape before I contacted him about training me. It was the best decision I ever made.”

One other pertinent question is if she will remain boxing as an amateur or turn pro.

“I’m happy being part of USA Boxing,” she concluded, “but I’ll listen if the right deal is offered. I did open a lot of eyes at The National Golden Gloves.”