Boxing/Being an amateur boxer
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Question
I would like to know how to sign up an be aan amateur boxer. I have been training and would like to try my hands in the ring. I don't know where to start or who to contact. Any information you have would be very helpful.
Thanks, Bobby
Hi Bobby - you'll need to register with USA Boxing in your area and have a registered and certified coach work your corner in competitions. Please email me at mel@amateurboxing.com and tell me the city and state you live in 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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