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hi my name is Adrian and i am 16 and about 5'6" 140 lbs. I live in Phoenix AZ. i've been training for about 2 years but never to fight just to be in shape. Now im ready to step it up a knotch. what exactly do i need in order to compete. For example what type of shirt or trunks or shoes do i need?
You will need to register with USA Boxing in order to compete in sanctioned shows. You'll need a copy of your birth certificate, 2 head shot pictures, and pay a yearly membership fee (January through December). You should get boxing trunks and a tank top - the trunks must have a contrasting waistband and should be a different color from the tank top. You will also need USA Boxing approved competition headgear and a protective cup. You will also need a registered and certified coach working your corner. If you need to know where to register in Phoenix, please email me at mel@amateurboxing.com and I'll send you a contact.
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Melanie Ley
Expertise
I can answer all questions related to amateur boxing except those having to do with the actual physical training. I am not a coach. 8-) 21 years as an amateur boxing official; certified computer scoring technician; have worked on many tournament administration staffs; have coordinated a major national invitational tournament; have served as secretary, treasurer and Junior Olympic Chairman at the local level.
Experience
21 years as an amateur boxing official; certified computer scoring technician; have worked on many tournament administration staffs; have coordinated a major national invitational tournament; have served as secretary, treasurer and Junior Olympic Chairman at the local level.
Organizations
USA Boxing, Inc.
Education/Credentials
High school graduate; some college.
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