Boxing/Expert Profile
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 in the area
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.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| srinivas | 12/19/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Alexandra | 12/12/11 | 3 | 8 | 8 | Thanks, but that doesn't help, it'all pretty ..... |
| Daniel | 10/03/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Mike | 06/10/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| edgar | 05/10/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you |
Recent Answers from Melanie Ley
2011-12-10 As a foreigner amateur boxer, how can I fight in the USA?:
My first answer is - if you're going to stay amateur, you need to remain where you are. In order to turn pro in the US, you will need to get here on some kind of visa - takes several years or more to
2011-12-04 Boxing Referee:
If you want to become a professional referee, you need to check with your State's boxing commission and see what their requirements are. For amateur boxing, you will need to become a volunteer member
2011-10-21 Too late to start at 20?:
Hi Jonathan - Considering that most amateur boxers start between the ages of 8 and 10, starting at 21 means that you will be competing mostly against athletes who have many more years of experience. However
2011-10-18 Is it too late to start boxing at a serious level?:
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
2011-10-02 Boxing event.:
At local shows, most LBCS allow any boxer to work as a second, as long as they are currently registered. At a national tournament, a boxer may work as a second as long as he or she is currently registered
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