Boxing/follow my dreams or not
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hello jack, i just read some of ur stuff it would be good if i could give ur opinion on the fork in the road which i have come to.i am a 22 year old male lives in Australia,Northern Territory/Darwin i have been boxing for well, all up about 4 mounths proper training and have been sparring for 3 weeks i am doing very very and in great shape, well i have my first fight on the 23 of feb.Also the AIS will be coming up for a look at me and others.problem is i am in the Australian defence force and they don't let us box at all. all i alos have to go overseas soon for 6 mounths. should i say no,and and play boxing to the bone there fore wreching my carrer in the army or followe my dreams and never look back i know it will be a tuff road but im as tuff as nails and i just can't shake this feeling.should i seize the moment,ow and if i stay in darwin i could go after golden gloves and afrua games
Hi Jefro,
Before I answer I need to clarify. Are you saying the defense force does not allow boxing on or off duty, period? Or are you saying that they do not have the sport of boxing in the defense force? How long have you been in the service and how long until you could draw a pension after discharge? Also, how are you boxing right now if indeed boxing is not allowed by the defense force?
Please get back to me and I will answer.
Thanks
Jackson
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Jack Rose
Expertise
I can answer any questions related to boxing and training. I can help anyone prepare for professional or amateur bouts. My trainer/boss of 24 years is in the Golden Gloves Hall of Fame and trained the heavyweight champion of the world. Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Taylor, Billy Bridges, Frankie Randall just to name a few of the boxers who have passed thru the Southerns and/or trained at our gym.
Experience
I have been in the sport of boxing since 1984. I started as a boxer and advanced quickly. I was lucky enough to have some of the best sparring in the country with 3 top ten pros in my very gym. I am fortunate enough to live near one of the better boxing programs in the country. We have cultivated our facility into the largest Amateur Boxing Gym in the country. In the mid 90's I became a trainer for Golden Gloves. I train amateur and pro fighters. I have worked in many corners at USA and Golden Glove tournaments. I have worked corners in pro bouts on HBO and ESPN cards. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves and I trained under his tutelage.
Organizations
I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed to work pro bouts in several states.
Education/Credentials
College, Pro Licenses, USA Boxing Certified, Certified Judge/Referee, Certified Fitness Trainer
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