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Do you have to do amateur boxing before you go pro?
Hi Deangelo,
Thanks for the question.
There is no requirement to box as an amateur before embarking on a pro career.
I'd strongly recommend that anyone who is serious about becoming a profession first hone his craft as an amateur, though.
I hope this helps!
Thanks again for writing.
Regards,
Lian
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Lian Shoemake
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I can answer questions regarding rules for both pro and amateur boxing; upcoming bouts; fight analysis/predictions; various other questions. I am an experienced amateur boxing official with USA Boxing (14 years) and I have completed a yearlong professional officials` clinic with the California State Athletic Commission.
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