Boxing/Amateur Boxing
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Question
I had a few questions regarding competing as an amateur. What brand of gloves are usually used at amateur competitions? Will I be allowed to use evergel handwraps instead of regular ones? If so, do you recommend using them? Also, am I allowed to use my own foul protector, or will I have to use one of USA boxing's at the event?
thanks for your time.
The host of any amateur event, local show or tournament, provides the gloves and they can be any glove that has been approved by USA Boxing. Legal handwraps are tape a gause. Evergel is not permitted. The equipment you must have is: protector, trunks and tank top, mouthpiece, shoes and competition headgear.
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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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