Boxing/Is it too late to start boxing at a serious level?
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Question
I just turned 18 in July and I've always wanted to get into boxing. I trained at the Cus' D'amato gym in the catskills for about a week back when I was 17, but had to stop because the drive was too long for me to pay for. But I really want to do this as a profession. Is it too late for me to start and make it pro one day?
It isn't too late, but you are starting at an older age than most. :) I would suggest that you get in three to four years of amateur experience and then turn pro. Please email me at mel@amateurboxing.com, tell me the city and state you live in and I'll send you a contact.
Melanie
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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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