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i am a very big guy and the only thing i know is street fighting but i have been interested in having a career in boxing i just want to know how i would go about doing this i am nineteen i have no experience in boxing but i believe i can go far fast i just need to know the right people to talk to please help me
Michael,
I would suggest fighting amateur for about 3 or 4 years and then see if you want to turn pro. You will need the experience going in. If you just turned pro right now you would instantly be labeled as an opponent, which means you would get fights with guys who have good experience and there expecting you to come in and lose. If you get experience first then you will have a legit shot at making a good name for yourself. "Opponents" have a short career because they get hit a lot from fighting quality fighters.
Don't get me wrong, you may be a natural fighter and have all kinds of skills, but boxing is a different bird. A skilled boxer who knows all the tricks of the trade is very difficult to beat for anybody, but especially if you have little experience.
So think about going to the closest golden gloves gym and getting with a trainer and get rolling.
But if you want to just fight pro out of the gate you will have to go to contact your states athletic commission and tell them you want to apply for a boxing license, each state has different rules so check with yours for details.
good luck,
Jackson
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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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