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Houston heavyweight boxer Darius Fulghum klade ošetřovatelské kariéru v pořadí k výkonu olympijský sen

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Únor 26, 2020) - Amatérské boxeři často docházet různými cestami na jejich osobní cesty a Houston heavyweightDarius Fulghum dal svou kariéru mimo ring on hold sledovat jeho boxerské sny.

Fulghum byl zápasník na střední škole zády v Killeen, Texas. Začal boxovat v 2015 a rychle vyvinul nadšení pro „Sweet Science,“Zejména z důvodu, že je jedno-person sport. Nemusel se spoléhat na spoluhráče, raději vyhrát nebo prohrát na jeho vlastní vůle. Přestože byl natolik talentovaný, že vysokoškolská zápasník, to by bylo příliš velké finanční tlak na svou rodinu.

„Měl jsem tu konkurenční svědí a byl docela dobrý, když jsem poprvé začal boxovat,“Řekl Dariuis. „Věděl jsem, že bych mohl dělat nic, co bych dal svou mysl. Chci předefinovat boxu. Nejsem typický boxer, který vyrostl na ulicích. Nemám ani jako boj; Jsem pasivní a nikdy neměli pouliční boj.“

23-letý Fulghum má v současné době jeho památky pevně nastaven na reprezentovat svou zemi na olympijských hrách Tokiu 2020. Pro boxu bude následovat, ale, teď, že trénink těžké se kvalifikovat soutěžit v olympijských hrách umístěním mezi prvními třemi závodníků v kvalifikaci na turnaj Ameriky, 26.března-duben 3, v Buenos Aires, Argentina. Chybět nebudou ani další „Last Chance“ Příležitost, V případě potřeby, na Světovém Qualifier, Květen 13-14, v Paříži, kde první tři bude také nárok na olympijské hry.

„Je to tak těžké, že nebude myslet na olympijských hrách po celou dobu,“Přiznává. „Snažím se na to myslet příliš mnoho, ale to je v mé mysli, protože jsem snil o tom, olympionik a jsem tak blízko právě teď. Jsem udělal oběti být olympionik a pak budu olympionik zbytek mého života.

„Poslouchám mé trenéry. V zápalu boje, když věci jsou nejvíce stresující, Cítím se jako outsidera a já hrát až do absolutního momentu. Bylo to do-or-die na olympijských soudů. Jen jsem odmítnout ztratit.“

Fulgham jistě reagoval na tlak zkoušek v pozitivním způsobem, zneklidňující pre-trials oblíbenouAdrian Tillman v úvodním kole, a pak se valily protivníků, až mu zajistil titul.

„Lidé se mě neznáš,“Vysvětlil Fulgham. „Byl jsem smolař, protože jsem neměl soutěžit v mnoha turnajích, protože jsem byl v (ošetřovatelství) škola. Moje finále byly vždy v prosinci (stejné době, kdy USA státních). Měla jsem si přestávku ve svém plánu v 2018, když jsem získal zlatou medaili na turnaji National Golden rukavice. Je to přesně tak, jak můj plán vypracován. Tak, Neměl jsem bojoval v mnoha turnajích, ale byl jsem schopen proplížit, když na tom záleželo nejvíc.“

Fulghum nedávno soutěžil ve svém prvním mezinárodním turnaji v prestižním Strandža turnaje v Bulharsku, vyhrávat jeden ze dvou zápasů. Zkušenost, ačkoli, byl k nezaplacení, možná kariéra mění, pokud jde o přípravu na olympijské hry.

„Nejen, že to byl můj první mezinárodní turnaj,“Podotkl, „Bylo to poprvé, co jsem v krabici bez pokrývky hlavy (jak tomu bude v případě olympijských her), a bojoval jsem kluci z cizích zemí s různými styly. Byl to velký zážitek, protože teď už nebude jít naslepo do olympijského Qualifier „.

Členové USA Boxing olympijské kvalifikace Team, jako Fulghum, jsou na přestávku, než se vrátí k tréninku se svými spoluhráči na Spojené státy olympijských a paralympijských výcvikovém středisku v Colorado Springs.

„Hlásil jsem tam poprvé minulý 2.ledna a miluju ji,“Uvedl Fulghum. „Každý sportovec sní o tréninku se špičkovými atlety, kde nejsou žádné rozptýlení a špičkové trenéry. I probudit, jíst, spát, trénovat a dělat, že vše znovu další den. To je můj plán.“

Fulghum získal ošetřovatelské stupeň loni v květnu, ale právě teď a pro nejbližší budoucnost, že je plně soustředí na boxu.

„Poprvé jsem dal vzdělání a mám titul,“Fulgham uzavřel. „Budu mít vždy po kojení boxu. Ale já jsem snil o tom, jít na olympiádu po celou školu. Dal jsem box v pořadí a teď jsem dal ošetřovatelství na stranu, takže můžu dát své vše do boxu. Nechtěl jsem, aby žonglovat ošetřovatelství a boxu. Nemohl jsem být nejlepší na obou tímto způsobem.

„Mám plán, jak obrátit pro, protože mám rád boxu tolik. Musím boxu, když jsem mladý. Půjdu tak daleko, jak můžu jít do boxu a já budu vždycky s ošetřovatelskou.“

Darius Fulgham vzala oklikou v životě z ošetřovatelství do boxu. Bude to stát za to, ačkoli, když dělá to do Tokia jako součást týmu USA při 2020 Olympijské hry.

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O USA BOXING: Podporovat a pěstovat Olympic stylu amatérského boxu ve Spojených státech a inspirovat neúnavnou snahu o olympijské zlato a umožnit sportovce a trenéry, aby bylo dosaženo trvalé konkurenční dokonalosti. dodatečně, USA Boxing snaží naučit všem účastníkům znak, důvěry a zaměřit se musejí stát pružné a různorodé champions, jak dovnitř a ven z kruhu. USA Box je jeden tým, jeden národ, jít na zlato!

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From East LA to Team USA Flyweight boxer Anthony Herrera is living the dream

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Únor 20, 2020) – From the mean streets of East Los Angeles to a berth on Team USA is a remarkable achievement for 19-year-old flyweightAnthony Herrera, who recently was selected to be a member of the 2020 Olympic Games Tokyo Boxing Qualification Team.

“Since I was very young,” Herrera spoke about growing up in East LA, “my parents always kept me in sports. Being so occupied with sports was actually a distraction from what was going on around the city. So, I never had time to get into trouble and my parents kept me away from a bad lifestyle. Once I started boxing, I took it seriously, staying focused and setting goals. I was a little older at that time and whether or not I wanted to partake in boxing or wanted to make a career out of it was all up to me, and I always had my parents full support. Boxing has been a big part of my life. I’m always looking forward to the next workout or anything boxing related. It’s part of my image at this point.”

Pro tuto chvíli, ačkoli, Herrera is preparing with his teammates at the United States Olympics and Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs for the America’s Qualification Tournament, 26.března-duben 3, v Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Herrera will qualify to represent his country at the Olympics by finishing among the top five in Buenos Aires, or first six placers at the World Qualifier, Květen 13-14, v Paříži, France.

“I thrive under pressure,” Herrera said. “I don’t let pressure get to me mentally so much that it negatively impacts my performance. It makes me perform better when I’m in the ring. I’ve been under pressure my whole boxing career. Not only has it made me a better fighter in certain situations that are intimidating, but also a stronger person overall. Going to Argentina is no different, the nerves are still there, but so is my determination to get to Tokyo.”

A 2018 National PAL and 2019 Western Elite Qualifier champion, Herrera recently finished second at the 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials and third at the 2020 Strandja Tournament in Bulgaria.

“The amateur boxing accomplishment I’m most proud of is making the United States Qualification Team as a flyweight,“Podotkl. “It was tough to make it here and knowing that I overcame the obstacles I faced on this long journey to where I’m at now makes me very happy. I can truly say I earned it.

“My first International boxing match (Strandja) was a little different from what I’m used to. The equipment we used and fighting without headgear created more risk when fighting, but I had fun in my first international fight. I already have the feel for that environment and am more comfortable now.

“I really enjoy training in Colorado Springs with my teammates, because it’s a great experience that only the best athletes get. I love training at home as well, but there are less distractions in Colorado Springs. I get to focus 100-percent on my craft and get to travel more.”

Herrera, who describes his style as a “swarmer”, applying pressure and breaking down his opponent, žije svůj sen.

“Fighting in the Olympics was always big for me, but getting a gold medal is my dream,” he added. “I’ve always wanted it because no one can ever take that away from me, and the story and work that is put behind a gold medal is priceless. In my opinion it is harder than winning a world title in professional boxing. Being this close to the Olympics, I’m proud of myself but not satisfied. I know that I still have work to do and I’m taking one step at a time. The next step for me is to qualify for the Olympics at the Olympic Qualifier.”

Herrera attributes some of his success to learning from former and contemporary boxers, implementing any techniques that they use into his style, počítaje v to, například, the footwork and head movement ofJulio Cesar Chavez Sr., aMike Tyson’s set-ups from the body to head.

Tokyo is a long way from East LA for Anthony Herrera.

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1988 Zlatý olympijský medailista „Nemilosrdný“ Ray Mercer Ohlíží se zpět na své olympijské zkušenosti

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Únor 11, 2020) - Třicet dva let poté, co získal olympijskou zlatou medaili, "Nemilosrdný" Ray Mercer rád vzpomíná na své olympijské zkušenosti, jako tomu bylo minulý měsíc. Obchodník střižním zbožím, který je jediným americkým šampionem v těžké váze, který vyřadil všechny své olympijské soupeře, se stal profesionálem pro našeho „dvojníka v těžké váze“.

Pro Mercera, všechno začalo v Německu, kde jeho USA. Armádní jednotka byla umístěna. Nabízí šanci vyhnout se 30dennímu polnímu cvičení, Mercer přijal nabídku sloužit jako sparring partner pro šampiona v boxu v těžké váze. Navzdory tomu, že si nikdy předtím neoblékl rukavice, Mercer se rychle učil a byl přirozeně silný, a rychle se vyvinul v 1985 U.S.. Armáda a meziútvarový šampion v těžké váze.

Program světové třídy pro sportovce (WCAP), ve kterém mají kvalifikovaní sportovci možnost trénovat na plný úvazek na olympiádě, tehdy neexistoval, ani dnešní pravidla olympijských kvalifikací. Mercer porazil budoucího mistra světa v těžké vázeTommy Morrison v úvodním kole 1988 Olympic Trials a další budoucí světový titul v těžké váze, Michael Bentt (5-0) ve finále šampionátu. Na 1988 Americké olympijské rozehrávky ve slavném Caesars Pala

co v Las Vegas, Mercer vyhrál rozhodnutí o rozdělení (3-2) o Benttovi, ale Mercer se již kvalifikoval do boje na olympijských hrách tím, že byl USA. Šampion ozbrojených sil.

"Když jsem byl v armádě.", Musel jsem ve službě vyhrát, udržovat věci, a přejděte k dalšímu kroku,“Mercer si pamatoval. "Na cestě na olympiádu jsem musel porazit několik dobrých bojovníků.", a byl jsem v nejlepší formě svého života. Amatéři měli více disciplíny než profesionální hodnosti. Poslední rok před olympijskými hrami, Opustil jsem domácí jednotku, hodně cestoval do boje, a místo bydlení v kasárnách zůstal v domě mého trenéra.

Mercer se zapsal do historie na 1988 Olympiády v Soulu, Jižní Korea, když se stal a zůstává jediným olympijským šampionem v těžké váze ze Spojených států, který knokautoval všechny čtyři své protivníky: Rudolf Gavenciak (Československo - RSC3), Luigi Gaudiano(Itálie - KO1), Arnond Vasnderlyde (Nizozemsko - RSC2) aDobrý Hyun-Man (Jihokorejský - KO1).

"Věděl jsem, že musím ve finále knokautovat Jihokorejce.",“Připustil Mercer. "Jen jsem chtěl udělat, co jsem mohl, abych byl zlatým olympijským medailistou." Nemyslím si, že jsem použil úder.

"Získání zlaté olympijské medaile pro mě vedlo k velkým změnám." Stal jsem se celebritou, jméno domácnosti, a to mi umožnilo vydělat si peníze jako profesionál. Nejlepší věc, co se mi kdy stala, bylo získání zlaté olympijské medaile, ještě víc než zisk světového titulu jako profesionál. Nic ve srovnání se zlatým olympijským medailistou. Splnil jsem svůj sen. Nikdy jsem nesnil o tom, že půjdu pro, dokud jsem nezískal zlatou medaili.

"Bylo opravdu důležité vyhrát tu zlatou medaili." Bojoval jsem srdcem; nebyly zahrnuty žádné peníze, oslavoval tak tvrdě tu noc (po získání zlaté medaile) že jsem na pár hodin ztratil medaili. Můj sen se stal skutečností, třásly se mi ruce, a ztratil jsem medaili. Jaká noc!"

Mercer nabízí členům 2020 USA Boxing Olympic Qualification Team jedna rada, "Pokračuj v boji.", následuj svůj sen a udělej ten poslední krok. “

Obchodník střižním zbožím, který se narodil v Jacksonville, Florida, debutoval hodně očekávaným profesionálním debutem v 1989, zastaveníJesse McGhee ve třetím kole jejich boje v Atlantic City. „Nemilosrdný“ vyhrál svůj první 18 Pro boje, včetně vyřazení devátého kolaFrancisco Damiani, následovala úspěšná obrana proti Morrisonovi, který byl zastaven v pátém kole.

Během své 19leté profesionální kariéry, Mercer sestavil a 36-7-1 (26 KO) záznam, v Damiani porazil čtyři mistry světa, Morrison, Tim Witherspoon aOssie Ocasio. Pět z jeho osmi kariérních ztrát bylo pro mistry světa: Lennox Lewis, Wladimir Klitschko,Larry Holmes, Evander Holyfield aShannon Briggs.

"Ray představuje vše, na co je USA Boxing hrdý.","ŘeklChris Cugliari, Ředitel sdružení absolventů boxu v USA. "Jako armádní veterán.", Olympijský vítěz, a mistr světa v těžké váze, prokázal dokonalost a profesionalitu, která odráží to nejlepší z toho, co USA Boxing nabízí. “

USA Boxing Alumni Association

Vytvořeno pro celoživotní šampion, vzájemně výhodné vztahy mezi USA Boxing a jeho absolventy, –boxerky, úředníci, trenéři a fanoušci boxu — Sdružení Alumni spojuje generace šampionů, inspirovat a vracet se budoucím šampiónům USA v boxu, dovnitř a ven z kruhu.

USA Boxing Alumni Association je otevřena všem, kteří mají rádi box a chtěli by zůstat ve spojení s amatérským boxem. Členům je udělen přístup k široké škále speciálních akcí pořádaných Asociací absolventů, včetně každoročního přijetí síně slávy USA Boxing Alumni Association.

Připojit se k Alumni Association, jednoduše se zaregistrujte naalumni@usaboxing.org pro $40.00 per year membership fee. New members will receive a T-shirt, klíčenka a elektronická peněženka.

Mercer’s outstanding amateur boxing career also included a classic match-up against Cuban great and three-time Olympic gold medalist, Felix Savon, at USA vs. Cuba dual match, in which Mercer twice staggered Savon, who survived without suffering additional damage only because the Cuban referee made a questionable intervention that gave his fellow countryman time to recover and a controversial 2-1 vítězství.

“And he gave me a standing eight-count for no reason,“Dodal Mercer. "Bil jsem toho chlapa a on to ví." Jsme stále v kontaktu, i když nemluví anglicky. Má překlad kamaráda a jsme v kontaktu na Facebooku. Máme se rádi. “

Dnes, Mercer zakládá charitu doma v Severní Karolíně, který bude zahrnovat bezplatné boxerské kliniky, ale, co je důležitější, vrátit komunitě a učit mladé lidi, zejména ty, které šikanují, dovednosti, které budou potřebovat, aby se dostali do skutečného světa.

Ray Mercer dosáhl vrcholu v boxu dvakrát jako zlatý olympijský medailista a mistr světa v těžké váze jako profesionál. Ne příliš ošuntělé pro někoho, kdo nikdy nechtěl boxovat.

"Box mi zachránil život.",“Zakončil Mercer. "Neumím si představit svůj život bez boxu.", rozhodně by to nebylo stejné.

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O USA BOXING: Posláním amerického boxu bude umožnit sportovcům a trenérům Spojených států dosáhnout trvalé konkurenceschopnosti, rozvíjet charakter, podporovat sport boxu, a propagovat a rozvíjet olympijský styl boxu ve Spojených státech. Odpovědností USA Boxing není pouze výroba olympijského zlata, ale také dohlížet a řídit všechny aspekty amatérského boxu ve Spojených státech.

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USA Boxing featherweight Andrea Medina closing in on 2020 Olympic spot in Tokyo

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Únor 10, 2020) – Coming off consecutive runner-up finishes in major tournaments, USA Boxing featherweightAndrea Medina is within one tournament of representing her country in the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020.

V prosinci, the 20-year-old Medina lost a split decision toLupe Gutierrez na 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing, a 4-1 naIulia Tsyplakova (Ukrajina) last month at the Strandja Tournament in Bulgaria. The Chula Vista, California boxer was recently named to USA Boxing’s Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 Boxing Qualification Team.

“Placing second at the trials only made me more eager to get that Olympic Qualification spot,” Medina said. “I just wanted to show USA Boxing that I was the one to represent at 57 kilograms. I am only going to get better and I cannot wait to show the world everything that I got.

“For it (Strandja) being my first ever international tournament, I was very proud of how far I got in the tournament and getting that silver medal. I was very happy with all my performances and I am excited to get back to work on things I need to improve on. Aside from all that, going to a different country was awesome and I can’t wait to travel more doing what I love the most.”

Medina and her Team USA stablemates are currently training in Colorado Springs at the state-of-the-art United States Olympic and Paralympic Training Center. To qualify for participation in this year’s Olympic Games, Medina needs to finish among the top three in the 57-kilogram (125 lbs.) division at the America’s Qualification Tournament, 26.března-duben 3, v Buenos Aires, Argentina. One final opportunity at the World Qualifier in Paris, Francie, in which she could qualify for the Olympics by placing among the top five.

“It means the world to me to be on the USA Boxing Olympic Qualification Team,” Medina added. “It is everything I have been working for since I started competing at eight years old and I cannot believe the Olympic Games are only in a few months. Making history in San Diego by being the first person to make the Olympic Team for boxing is a big deal for my family, my city and myself. I cannot express how excited I am to have come this far, but there is still so much to do, and I am ready.

“I feel that I work better under pressure and I truly believe that I will qualify for Tokyo, whether it be in Argentina or France, but my main goal, momentálně, is to train hard to get that gold in Argentina.”

Medina believes her major strength inside the ring is her ability to adjust during a fight. She prefers fighting on the outside, but she can brawl if needed, because she enjoys throwing a lot of power punches.

Medina also realizes that she’s in a prime place regarding the rising popularity of female boxing, following in the USA Boxing footsteps of two-time Olympic gold medalistClaressa Shields and Olympic bronze medalistMarlen Esparza, along with past USA Olympians such asQueen Underwood aMikaela Mayer.

“Female boxing is only going to get bigger,” Medina predicted. “Being a female fighter today means a lot to me, because I have been doing this for 15 let, and seeing it grow year after year only shows how strong females are and what we can accomplish. I predict that, in the future, boxing will not be seen as a man’s sport, but will be neutral for both men and women.”

Competing at the Olympics has been a life-long dream for Medina, but she also has plans for her immediate future.

“Reaching the Olympics has been my main goal throughout my boxing career,” Andrea remarked, “so now that it is so close makes me want to work even harder. Other goals of mine are to graduate from college and get my own condominium, which I will do after all this is over.

“I plan on turning pro after the Olympics, most likely at the beginning or middle of 2021, so I can finish school and give my body some rest and recovery.”

Andrea Medina is so close to being an Olympian and everything associated with that accomplishment that she can practically reach out and feel it. Just one more step, whether in Buenos Aires or Paris, and it’ll be mission accomplished for her.

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USA Boxing Announces 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games Qualification Team

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Leden 29, 2020) — USA Boxing announced today the 13 boxers who will represent Team USA at the upcoming 2020 Olympic Games Tokyo Boxing Qualification Events, jakož i 13 alternates. A full list can be seen below.

The team was announced following the two-stage qualification process that began in December at the 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing in Lake Charles and concluded at the recent 2020 Strandja Tournament in Sofia, Bulharsko. The full athlete selection procedure can be seenzde.

“First of all, this was a very difficult decision,” stated USA Boxing Head CoachBilly Walsh. “Some of these boxers were neck and neck between training camp and the 2020 Standja Tournament.”

“We feel the 13 boxers that earned their place on the Olympic Qualification Team will be the best team to represent Team USA at the upcoming qualifiers, as well as have the best opportunity to qualify a full team to the 2020 Olympic Games Tokyo.”

Vše 13 boxers will have two chances to punch their ticket to Tokyo. The first will take place at the America’s Qualification tournament in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Březen 26 – April 3. Boxers who do not qualify in Argentina will have one final opportunity at the World Qualifier in Paris, Francie, May 13-24.Click here for more information on how boxers qualify.

The boxers, as well as several training partners, will return to the United States Olympics and Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Klín. Únor. 5 for their next training camp.

Follow USA Boxing on social media to stay up to date on training and news of the Olympic Qualification Team.

USA Boxing Olympic Qualification Team
51 kilogram: Virginie Fuchsová, Houston, Texas
52 kilogram: Anthony Herrera, Los Angeles, Kalif.
57 kilogram: Andrea Medina, San Diego, Kalif.
57 kilogram: Bruce Carrington, Brooklyn, New York.
60 kilogram: Rashida Ellisová, Lynn, Hmota.
63 kilogram: Keyshawn Davis, Norfolk, Will.
69 kilogram: Oshae Jones, Toledo, Ohio
69 kilogram: Delante Johnson, Cleveland, Ohio
75 kilogram: Naomi Graham, Fayetteville, N.C.
75 kilogram: Joseph Hicks, Grand Rapids, mě.
81 kilogram: Rahim Gonzales, Las Vegas, Nevada.
91 kilogram: Darius Fulghum, Houston, Texas
91+ kilogram: Richard Torrez ml., Tulare, Calf.

USA Boxing Olympic Qualification Team Alternates
51 kilogram: Christina Cruzová, Pekelná kuchyně, New York.
52 kilogram: Abraham Perez, Albuquerque, N.M.
57 kilogram: Lupe Gutierrez, Sacramento, Kalif.
57 kilogram: David Navarro, Los Angeles, Kalif.
60 kilogram: Amelia Moore, Alexandrie, Will.
63 kilogram: Ernesto Mercado, Pomona, Kalif.
69 kilogram: Briana Che, Madison, Wisc.
69 kilogram: Freudis Rojas Jr., Dallas, Texas
75 kilogram: Morelle McCane, Cleveland, Ohio
75 kilogram: Javier Martinez, Milwaukee, Wisc.
81 kilogram: Atif Oberlton, Philadelphie, Pa.
91 kilogram: Jamar Talley, Camden, N.J.
91+ kilogram: Antonio Mireles, Des Moines, Iowa

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USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame Reception another KO

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***Třída 2019: Mark Breland, Joe Frazier,***
***Al Mitchell & Ray Rodgers***

COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Prosinec 19, 2019) – The Class of 2019 was inducted into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame this past Friday night at Golden Nugget Hotel & Kasino v Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The HOF reception was held in conjunction with the 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing and 2019 Národní mistrovství. Hall of Fame broadcaster **Al Bernstein** from Showtime Sports served once again as the event’s emcee.

Olympic gold-medalists Mark Breland a “Smokin'” Joe Frazier along with decorated coach **Al Mitchell** and famed cut-man **Ray Rodgers**, were inducted during the 3^rd annual USA Boxing Alumni Association HOF reception.

**Sen. John McCain** was posthumously presented a special Lifetime Achievement Award. His daughter, **Megan McCain**, sent an acceptance video on behalf of her family that was played for the audience.

“We are extremely thankful for the hundreds of USA Boxing Alumni who showed up to support this year’s Hall of Fame class and enjoy an incredible evening of reflection, camaraderie, and joy,” said USA Boxing Alumni Association Director **Chris Cugliari**. “Bohužel, George Foreman was unable to attend the event, so we will be sure to honor him at a later date. Nicméně, the legacies of Ray Rodgers, Al Mitchell, Joe Frazier, Mark Breland, and Senator John McCain were celebrated with passion and gratitude. It was an evening to remember, and we look forward to a strong 2020 for the USA Boxing Alumni Association.”

The ceremony was well attended, s více než 200 traveling to Lake Charles in celebration of this year’s class. 1988 Eastern Olympic Qualifier Champion **John “Ledař” Scully**, 1972 Olympijský vítěz **Sugar Ray Seales**, 1984 Olympijský vítěz **Frank Tate**, former middleweight and light heavyweight champion **“Sweet” Reggie Johnson**, a 1992 Olympian **Raul Marquez** celebrated amongst peers from their amateur days.

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Below are quotes from the inductees, or those representing inductees, with pictures:

**TŘÍDA 2019**

**MARK BRELAND**

***Mark Breland***: “I enjoy boxing, it’s a lot of fun. I’m glad to be here because I’ve seen a lot of fighters I grew up with in the amateurs. I enjoy boxing because it kept me off the streets. I wasn’t a street guy., My father would have beaten me up if I had gotten into trouble in the streets. Boxing kept me off the streets, kept me in the gym. I guess I was good at it. I had a fight with a bully when I was 14 and I beat him up. I went to the gym the same day and my coach asked me what happened. My knuckles were shredded with blood. I told him I had a fight in the street. He said you can’t fight in the street. Then I realized boxing and street fighting are two different things.

Shelly Finkel (his manager), when he came into my life, changed a lot of things. Things changed a lot. I focused more on boxing, focused on the Olympic Games, and won championships. Every tournament I went into, Vyhrál jsem, but it was a lot of fun. I wanted to inspire youths. I hope I can inspire some amateurs coming up. To keep going, stay off the streets, and do something that can change your life in a good way., Eddie Futch for life!”

**JOE FRAZIER**

***Marvis Frazier***(Joe’s son, obrázku): “It is so good today to speak about my father, what he meant to me, and Joe Frazier always said to me, ‘There’s no right way to do wrong, no wrong way to do right.’ Řekl, if you don’t do right, you’re going to smell this, putting his left fist right to my nose. When it was time for me to do bad, it wasn’t me, wasn’t Marvis Frazier. Tak, dnes, I’m still smelling it even if he’s not here.

“I just love to talk boxing. As an amateur I was 46-1 and then when I turned pro, I beat the guy who had knocked me out. I love my father. He was a good guy and a champion. I know everybody know Muhammad Ali and I know everybody know ‘Smokin’ Joe Frazier.”

**AL MITCHELL**

***Al Mitchell***: “I got rid of anybody over 16 who didn’t want to go to school. I’ve been doing this the longest time and I want to thank the coaches. I had three or four who didn’t care about boxing, but they wanted their kids to get an education. Izzy Acosta is one. I got a perfect record at Marquette High, they’ve all graduated. I have four kids with master’s degrees, Já mám 14 who have degrees, and four guys who are policemen and no way they should be policemen. Jsem požehnán.

“Old coaches would tell one you’re only as good as your memories. It’s crazy with kids 14, 14, 15. I had a kid named Vernon Forrest, a four-time world champion., It’s not just about boxing. It’s getting an education and after ten years they have a good life. I want to thank you all for putting me in the Hall of Fame.”

***Michael Rodgers*** (Ray’s son): “První, I want to apologize for my father for not being here. He hurt his back over the weekend working a boxing match, believe it or not, and he apologizes for not being here.

“I want to thank USA Boxing and the Alumni Association for recognizing my father for this award. And when he heard about this, he said he didn’t do any of these things during the 72 years he’s been in the sport for awards. He just did what he did for the love this sport and he did what needed to be done.”

**USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION**

***Mike McAtee***, Výkonný ředitel, USA Boxing (obrázku): “On behalf of the Board of Directors, President Tyson Lee, I can only say thank you, děkuji, and thank you. Dnes večer, is a culmination of work between our members, our alumni association, but I have to recognize a couple of people. This great event wouldn’t be done without Chris Cugliari, Al Valenti and Nicole Anderson, our Alumni Association Coordinator.

“I have the honor of talking about boxing and obviously we have passion. When Marvis Frazier said this was a brotherhood, a sisterhood, and none of us, quite frankly, who’ve stepped in the ring – I include myself in that – we’re not right. Takes a special person to climb in the ropes. You all can give yourselves a hand for not being right.

“USA Boxing is proud of our history, but more proud of our future, and I can tell you the young men and women battling at the elite levels, we started at 104 and that will be taken down to 13 by Sunday evening. Ale, co je důležitější, we’re going to be breeding the next generation of champions, because this is closing the chapter of 2020, but starting the chapter of 2024, and ultimately, when the Olympic Games comeback here in 2028. This is a special time.”

***Chris Cugliari***, Výkonný ředitel, USA Boxing Alumni Association: “Three years ago a group of us sat around a table in Kansas City at the National Championships and this idea was hatched: John Brown, Al Valenti, John Scully, Christy Halbert, Mike McAtee and a few others. Tak, it’s something I’m very proud of and an organization I’m proud to lead with the support of all of you.

“A quick update of the Alumni Association, we’re at about 1200 members right now and this is our third year. We had events across the country the past year, honoring Micky Ward and Vinny Pazianza in the New England area. We gathered in Chicago. We honored Izzy Acosta at the Junior Olympics in Wisconsin, as well as Buster Douglas and coach Mike Stafford at the Ohio Legends celebration, and here we are today honoring our third Hall of Fame class. We’ve come a long way. Our theme in 2020 is two missions: První, we want to take this down to the grassroots level, second is supporting our athletes and their families as they travel to the 2020 Olympic Games.”

***Al Valenti***, Special Projects Consultant for USA Boxing: “USA Boxing is the one fundamental difference that makes a difference in a young person’s life. The path to self-confidence, the path to self-respect, disciplína, vítězství, and how to accept defeat all comes through amateur boxing.

“Dnes večer, the story will be told. Dnes večer, we will take you on a path, of amateur boxing in the United States that rivals no other nation. Gold medalists, silver medalists, trenéři, úředníci, lékaři…they’re all here. It’s like Woodstock for boxing; everybody’s here!”

***Al Bernstein***, Master of Ceremonies: “I’m delighted to be back here for my third year at USA Boxing’s Alumni Association Hall of Fame. I hosted a lot of events, MC’d a lot of events, and this is the final event because it’s in the end of December. It’s definitely my favorite.”

**HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION**

Vytvořeno k celoživotnímu prosazování, vzájemně výhodné vztahy mezi USA Boxing a jeho absolventy, –boxerky, úředníci, trenéři a fanoušci boxu — Sdružení Alumni spojuje generace šampionů, inspirovat a vracet se budoucím šampiónům USA v boxu, dovnitř a ven z kruhu.

USA Boxing Alumni Association je otevřena všem, kteří mají rádi box a chtěli by zůstat ve spojení s amatérským boxem.. Členům je poskytován přístup k široké škále speciálních akcí pořádaných Alumni Association, včetně recepce Síně slávy USA Boxing Alumni Association.

Připojit se k Alumni Association, jednoduše se zaregistrujte na alumni@usaboxing.org pro $40.00 za rok členský příspěvek. Noví členové obdrží tričko, klíčenka a elektronická peněženka.

**TŘÍDA 2017:** The charter class was headed by **Muhammad Ali** a **Evander Holyfield**, in addition to veteran coaches **Roosevelt Sanders** a **Tom Coulter**.

**TŘÍDA 2018:** U.S.. Medailisté olympijského týmu a svět (profesionální) šampioni **Roy Jones, Jr**., **Andre Ward** a **Claressa Shields**, as well as former USA Boxing National Director of Coaching **Emanuel Steward** and veteran USA Boxing official **Tom Cleary**.

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3rd annual USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame reception

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Sen. John McCain to be honored

Třída 2019 ceremonytento pátek at Golden Nugget Hotel & Kasino v Lake Charles, Louisiana

COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Prosinec 11, 2019) -Senator John McCain will be posthumously presented a Lifetime Achievement Award for his tireless work to protect boxers and elevate the sport this Friday night at a special ceremony during the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame reception at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Kasino v Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The HOF reception is being held in conjunction with the ongoing 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing and 2019 National Championships at the Lake Charles Civic Center. The finals of the Olympic Trials will be held Sunday, Prosince. 15, v hotelu Golden Nugget & Kasino. Hall of Fame broadcasterAl Bernstein from Showtime Sports will serve as the event’s emcee for the third year in a row.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association’s third HOF class also includes three Olympic gold-medalists, “Big” George Foreman, Mark Brelanda“Smokin’” Joe Frazier, as well as legendary coachesAl Mitchell aRay Rodgers.

The late Sen. McCain boxed at the U.S. Naval Academy, where the 5’ 7” lightweight competed three years as a fearless boxer who reportedly always came forward, never reversing gears. In his final year, he managed the battalion boxing team to a brigade championship.

“Our family believes our father would accept this award graciously as a very high honor,” daughterMegan McCain said on behalf of the McCain family. “The courage, character and action needed to step into the ring is something he felt very strongly about.

“He learned many life lessons through boxing, including the value of fitness, disciplína, individual performance training and operating as part of a team. Boxers run up against opposition they have no idea how to attack or defend against, yet they figure it out and learn about themselves, as well as develop endurance during the process.”

“Senator McCain was a true ally to the sport, having personally understood the courage and risk-taking required from those who enter the ring,"ŘeklChris Cugliari, USA Boxing Alumni Association Executive Director. Throughout his career in politics, USA Boxing communicated with his office numerous times as part of a collaborative effort to safeguard the future of Olympic style, amatérský box, and Senator McCain never hesitated to offer to do more for our athletes. For this and many other reasons, the USA Boxing Alumni Association looks forward to honoring his legacy this weekend.”

Confirmed special guests include 1988 Olympijský vítězAndrew Maynard, three-time National AAU Coach of the Year (1972-76-77) Joe Clough, 1984 Olympic gold medalist Frank Tatea jeho bratrTomáš, 1972 OlympianTim Dement, 2002 Národní Golden rukavice vítězJaidon Codringtion, 1980 Olympic QualifierJackie Beard, 1981 Juniorská olympiádaGlen Modicue, four-time National championEric Kelly, 1988 Eastern Olympic Qualifier championJohn Scully, Obie Beard, Mark Lanton aStephensbrothers –Donald, Anthony aJerry.

HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Vytvořeno k celoživotnímu prosazování, vzájemně výhodné vztahy mezi USA Boxing a jeho absolventy, –boxerky, úředníci, trenéři a fanoušci boxu — Sdružení Alumni spojuje generace šampionů, inspirovat a vracet se budoucím šampiónům USA v boxu, dovnitř a ven z kruhu.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association is open to anyone who has a love for boxing and would like to stay connected with amateur boxing. Members are granted access to a wide variety of special events host by the Alumni Association, včetně recepce Síně slávy USA Boxing Alumni Association.

Připojit se k Alumni Association, jednoduše se zaregistrujte naalumni@usaboxing.org pro $40.00 per year membership fee. New members will receive a T-shirt, klíčenka a elektronická peněženka.

TŘÍDA 2017: The charter class was headed byMuhammad Ali aEvander Holyfield, in addition to veteran coachesRoosevelt Sanders aTom Coulter.

TŘÍDA 2018: U.S.. Medailisté olympijského týmu a svět (profesionální) šampioniRoy Jones, Jr., Andre Ward aClaressa Shields, as well as former USA Boxing National Director of CoachingEmanuel Steward and veteran USA Boxing officialTom Cleary.

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Simply The Best! Mark Breland

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Třída 2019 ceremony Dec. 13 at Golden Nugget Hotel & Kasino v Lake Charles, Louisiana

COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Prosinec 3, 2019) – Arguably the greatest American amateur boxer of all-time, Mark Breland will be inducted into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame on Friday night, Prosinec 13, during a special Class of 2019 ceremony at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Kasino v Lake Charles, Louisiana.

The HOF reception is being held in conjunction with the 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing and 2019 Národní mistrovství, Prosince. 7-15, at the Lake Charles Civic Center. The finals of the Olympic Trials will be held Sunday, Prosince. 15, v hotelu Golden Nugget & Kasino. Hall of Fame broadcasterAl Bernstein from Showtime Sports will serve as the event’s emcee for the third year in a row.

The USA Boxing Alumni Association’s third HOF class also includes two other Olympic gold-medalists, “Big” George Foremana “Smokin’” Joe Frazier, as well as legendary coachesAl Mitchell aRay Rodgers.

Sen. John McCain will be posthumously presented a special Lifetime Achievement Award for his tireless work to protect boxers and elevate the sport.

“I’m very happy to be inducted into the USA Boxing Alumni Association Hall of Fame,” Breland said. “It really means a lot, especially going in this year with Foreman and Frazier. I guess it proves I’ve done a lot in boxing. I’m happy to be going in. I had a lot of fun in USA Boxing. To be going into the same Hall of Fame withEvandere (Holyfield) (Muhammad) Jsou, Předák, Frazier…champs like that, it’s something for me to be with them.”

Breland, ironicky, first got into boxing at the age of eight, due to him being brought to his first boxing match, Frazier-Ali I, at Madison Square Garden. “We were up in the top seats,” the Brooklyn-born and raised Breland remembered like it was yesterday. “The crowd, the atmosphere…all I could think of was, Páni! I didn’t realize until I got older that there were so many stars there watching Ali and Frazier, because they were all at ringside.

“The next day I went to a gym. I was really skinny, small, but I came back the next day. I enjoyed working out and fell in love with boxing. I wanted to box in big tournaments. This is what I wanted to do, but I had hid boxing from my parents. They knew I had I played football, but that was okay with them, because unlike in boxing, we had a helmet. I won at the Junior Olympics and it was in the papers. I saw it and thought my mother was going to kill me. My mother asked me why I hadn’t told her, so I invited her to watch me fight in the Golden Gloves. She was in one of the front rows, but afterwards when I asked her what she thought when I knocked out my opponent, she said she didn’t see it because she had closed her eyes.”

Breland went on to become a five-time New York Golden Gloves champion with a 21-0 záznam, počítaje v to 19 průchodky, 14 coming in the opening round. In 1982, Breland captured a gold medal at the prestigious World Championships in Munich, Německo, after which he was named the No. 1 welterweight in the world by AIBA. He was also selected as Boxer of the Year (1982) by USAABF.

Na 1984 Olympijské hry, held in Los Angeles, Breland fought his way to a gold medal,

along with eight of his American teammates: Paul Gonzalez, Steve McCrory, Meldrick Taylor, Pernell Whitaker, Jerry Page,Frank Tate, Henry Tillman aTyrell Biggs.

Breland, who completed his amateur career with an amazing 110-1 (73 KO) záznam, appeared to be cooler than the other side of the pillow on a hot, steamy night. No real celebrations after he won gold, naopak, Mark was emotionless, the same as he still is today as a trainer of champions.

“I’ve always been really laid back,” he explained. “I just remember raising my hands. At an Olympic press conference, I was asked if I was happy, and I just said I was glad it was over. I guess I didn’t seem excited. I was happy but calm. It’s the same way now (as a trainer); it’s just me. I’m happy to win and happy to be doing what I do.”

“Mark’s dominance over his competition throughout his USA Boxing career cements him as a legend,” commentedChris Cugliari, Výkonný ředitel Asociace absolventů USA boxu. “His ring intelligence, commitment to his craft, and ability to fight at any pace against any style makes him a tremendous example for today’s group of amateur champions. It has been a long time coming, but the Alumni Association looks forward to reflecting on his accomplishments and honoring Mark in Louisiana.”

HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE USA BOXING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Připojit se k Alumni Association, jednoduše se zaregistrujte naalumni@usaboxing.org pro $40.00 per year membership fee. New members will receive a T-shirt, klíčenka a elektronická peněženka.

Breland made his much-anticipated pro debut November 15, 1984, ve slavné Madison Square Garden, defeating Dwight Williams by way of a six-round unanimous decision. During his illustrious pro career (1984-1997), Breland compiled a sterling 35-3-1 (35 KO) record and he was a two-time World welterweight champion.

The 56-year-old Breland, who once trained the late, velký 1992 USA OlympianVernon Forrest, currently trains another great USA Boxing alumni and 2008 Olympijský bronzový medailista, Deontay Wilder, the reigning World Boxing Council heavyweight champion.

“Once I started boxing in the amateurs,” Breland concluded, “I started progressing. I learned a lot from other amateurs like different styles. Boxers from New York/New Jersey had different styles than boxers from Georgia/Florida, and fighting Cubans was completely different. I was beating up a Cuban fighter, but every time I hit him, somehow, they took away a point from me. I knew right away that I had to knock him out to win, and they did end up stopping the fight.”

TŘÍDA 2017: The charter class was headed byMuhammad Ali aEvander Holyfield, in addition to veteran coachesRoosevelt Sanders aTom Coulter.

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Men’s Field for 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing Set

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Klín. (Listopad 26, 2019) – Sixty-four of the nation’s top male amateur boxers will compete at the upcoming 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Prosinec 9-16.

Celkem 479 boxers competed in the four qualifying tournaments with hopes of advancing to Lake Charles. The top two boxers in each weight division will advance to the next stage of the selection procedures this January in Colorado Springs and compete for a chance to represent Team USA at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020.

Here is a closer look at the boxers stepping into the ring in the eight men’s weight divisions.

Flyweight/114 lbs./52 kg

The flyweight division will feature multiple exciting matchups, as all eight boxers will be looking to represent Team USA next year and follow in 2016 Olympic bronze medalists Nico Hernandez’ footsteps. 2019 World Championships team member and 2018 Elite National ChampionMichael Angeletti (Jaro, Texas) has hopes of using his great deal of international experience he gained this year to lead the pack, while two-time flyweight national champion (’16 and ’17) Fernando Martinez (Fénix, Ariz.) will want to return to the top of the podium. 2018 Elite National Championships runner-upAbraham Perez (Albuquerque, N.M) has hopes of redemption to take the title. YoungsterRay Ray Robinson(Cincinnati, Ohio) punched his ticket to Lake Charles by winning the Eastern Elite Qualifier in his home state and his elite debut, aJose Nieves (Avenel, New Jersey) grabbed the title at the Last Chance Qualifier in Oxnard over an impressive field.Roscoe Hill is the second boxer from Spring, Texas to qualify in this division following his silver medal-effort at the Western Elite Qualifier in Reno. Los Angeles duoAnthony Herrera aAnthony Olascuaga round out the field. Herrera was victorious in Reno and Olascuaga finished second in Oxnard.

Bantamweight/125 lbs./57 kg

After falling short on his Olympic-qualification run in 2016,vévoda Ragan (Cincinnati, Ohio) has been one of Team USA’s most successful boxers leading into the tournament, winning multiple international medals including a silver at the 2017 Elite World Championships and 2019 Pan American Games. Nicméně, a mix of youth and veterans will make this division one to watch.David Navarro (Los Angeles, Calif.) finished third at the 2018 Elitní národní mistrovství, but punched his ticket following Raymond Ford’s move to the professional ranks.Japhethlee Llamido(Norwalk, Calif.) aRashiem Jefferson (Philadelphie, Pa.) had impressive runs at the Western and Eastern Qualifiers to earn the championship at those events, zatímcoJonathan Mansour (La Mesa, Calif.) defeated an impressive field in Oxnard, Kalif. to head to Lake Charles with momentum on his side.Bruce Carrington (Brooklyn, New York), a competitor in the 2016 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing, aKevin Montano(Concord, Calif.), have a great deal of experience on the national and international stage to make things interesting, zatímcoXavian Ramirez (Čtení, Pa.) qualified for the trials after just recently moving up to the elite division.

Lightweight/138 lbs./63 kg

Arguably the deepest male division at the trials, the competition for the top two spots will be one of the toughest and most exciting of the week. 2019 Pan American Games and World Championships silver medalistKeyshawn Davis(Norfolk, Va.) has dominated on the national stage the previous two years, and will hope to continue his run, but will have stiff competition from the other seven boxers in this bracket. 2018 USA Boxing Elite National Championships silver medalistsDalis Kaleiopu(Waianae, Havaj) will be looking for redemption after his close bout in the finals last year against Davis. 2015 Junior World Championships silver medalistsHarley Mederos (New York, New York) hopes to repeat his impressive performance from the 2019 Eastern Elite Qualifier, zatímco 2019 Western Elite Qualifier ChampionCharlie Sheehy (Brisbane, Calif.) looks to return to the USA Boxing High Performance squad after being a member in 2018. 2019 Last Chance Qualifier ChampionErnesto Mercado (Pomona, Calif.) made the transition to the elite division easily after dominating throughout this year on the youth stage, including an international gold medal in March.Israel Rodriguez (Pokořit, Texas) surprised many when he took the second spot at the 2019 Eastern Qualifier, which will be a huge confidence booster in Lake Charles, aMarcell Davidson (Shawnee, Květen.) has the goods to reach the finals. Another boxer making the transition to elite this year, Daniel Garcia(Westminster, Colo.), secured the final spot after a strong performance in Oxnard, including a close matchup against Mercado in the finals.

Welterweight/152 lbs./69 kg

2017 Mistrovství světa bronzový medailistaFreudis Rojas Jr. (Las Vegas, Nev.) a 2019 Pan American Games bronze medalistDelante Johnson (Cleveland, Ohio) headline a strong welterweight division.Marques Valle (Wesley Chapel, Fla.) surprised many at last year’s Elite National Championships, defeating some of Team USA’s top competitors, to secure his spot.Kelvin Davis(Norfolk, Va.), the older brother of Keyshawn Davis, will be looking to pick up where he left off in Ohio, zatímcoVictor Aranda (Krok, Texas) enters as the Western Elite Qualifier Champion. Lavars Carter (Cincinnati, Ohio) earned the final spot, and could see a potential third matchup against Johnson, as they met in Salt Lake last year and the finals of the Last Chance Qualifier, with Carter winning in Salt Lake and Johnson in Oxnard.Wayne Bourdreaux (Marrero, .) will be looking for a strong performance, as he is one of the few Louisiana natives in the field, aMorris Young (Chesaning, Mich.) will be hoping to improve on his silver medal performance in Reno.

Middleweight/165 lbs./75 kg

Expected to be another weight division with exciting matchups, the middleweight division has the potential to see a fourth finals matchup between 2019 Pan American Games bronze medalistTroy Isley (Alexandra, Va.) a 2018 Elite National ChampionJavier Martinez(Milwaukee, WI.). Isley took the national title in 2016 a 2017 over Martinez, while Martinez was victorious in 2018. Nicméně, both boxers will have to get through six talented boxers that will be hungry to end their finals runs.Kahshad Elliot(Plainfield, New Jersey), Joseph Hicks (Grand Rapids, Mich.) aAntonio Garcia (Anaheim, Calif.) were crowned champions at the three qualifiers, and will look to continue their winning ways in Louisiana.Alexis Chaparro (New York, New York), Francis Hogan (Weymouth, Mass.) aAlex Chisholm (Hialeah Gardens, Fla.) showed why they should not be underestimated with their qualifying performances and will be tough to get through in this bracket.

Light Heavyweight/178 lbs./81 kg

2018 Elite National ChampionRahim Gonzales (Las Vegas, Nev.) has the heart and determination to succeed in Lake Charles after falling short at the 2016 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing, zatímco Atif Oberlton (Philadelphie, Pa.) has been on the rise following his silver medal performance at last year’s National Championships. Following the shuffling around of boxers who qualified in multiple divisions, Francis Oran (Allentown, Pa.) is the lone regional qualifier champion, taking the title in Oxnard at the Last Chance Qualifier.Orville Crooks (Brooklyn, New York), Amir Ghaffari Nikou (Charlotte, NC) aNasheed Smith(Washington, D. C.) qualified to these trials after finishing second at the Eastern, Last Chance and Western Qualifiers, resp.Chavon Davis (Mansfield, Ohio) aRobert Magee(Byrnes Mill, Mo.) were added to the field following Javier Martinez and Adrian Tillman, the Eastern and Western Qualifier Champions in this division selected to compete in the other weight class they are qualified in.

Heavyweight/201 lbs./91 kg

After qualifying in two different weight classes, Adrian Tillman (Colorado Springs, Colo.) chose to compete in the heavyweight division with hopes of being one of the two boxers in this division, nicméně, the 2018 Elite National Championships heavyweight silver medalists will have to fend off a tough bracket to advance.Najee Lopez (Ellenwood, Ga.), Brandon Moore(Lakeland, Fla.) aDevon Young(Aiken, S.C.) were crowned champions in the three regional qualifying tournaments and all three will be looking to continue their winning ways in a few weeks, zatímcoJoshua Edwards (Houston, Texas), Darius Fulghum (Rosharon, Texas) aJamar Talley (Camden, New Jersey) finished second in the regional qualifiers but could make it an interesting week in Louisiana. 2016 Elite National Champion and 2018 bronze medalistsCymone Kearney (Beaumont, Texas) was a late addition to the field after Jared Anderson moved to the professional ranks and could surprise many.

Super Heavyweight/201+ lbs./ 91+ kilogram

With the medical exemption of two-time USA Boxing Elite National Champion and 2019 Pan American Games bronze medalistRichard Torrez ml.(Tulare, Calif.)** being accepted by USA Boxing, the super heavyweight division is wide open for the eight boxers competing in Lake Charles. 2019 Eastern and Western Qualifier ChampionsJeremiah Milton (Tulsa, Oklahoma.) aAntonio Mireles (Des Moines, Iowa) will look to be victorious once more after they stood atop the podium at their respective events to qualify, zatímcoDominic Okopie (Houston, Texas) grabbed the Last Chance Qualifier title to secure his spot in the tournament.Luis Alvarado (Keonsha, WI.) made an impressive international debut earlier this year and will look to use that valuable experience over the other boxers in this division.Dacarree Scott(Decatur, Ga.), Pryce Taylor (Brooklyn, New York) aKenyon Walker (San Antonio, Texas) punched their tickets to Louisiana by placing second at their respective qualifying event, while Deandre Savage (Las Vegas, Nev.) will return to the national stage after qualifying to last year’s Elite National Championships.

Boxing will begin on Monday, Prosince. 9 at the Lake Charles Civic Center, with the finals taking place Sunday, Prosince. 15 v hotelu Golden Nugget & Kasino.

**Boxers who receive medical exemption from the 2020 U.S.. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing will compete on Jan. 4, 2020 in a box-off against the runner-up of their weight division in Colorado Springs, Klín. for the opportunity to advance to the next stage of the athlete selection procedures**

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