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HOW DO I GET MY FOOT IN THE DOOR TO START BOXING AFTER I DO THAT I PLAN TO AMAZE THE WORLD!!!!

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Your best bet is to start in amateur boxing and participate in amateur competition for at least 4 years.  This will give you the best experience.  If you are interested in amateur boxing, please email me at mel@amateurboxing.com and tell me how old you are and where you live (city/state/country).

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Melanie Ley

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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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