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.
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| Tyler | 11/13/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Miguel Carrillo | 10/29/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Miguel Angel | 09/11/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Melanie is very helpful. |
| Al godinez | 08/06/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Umer | 08/06/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Really Helpful. A Lot Of Thanks For ..... |
Recent Answers from Melanie Ley
2009-11-20 dieing to fight:
Hi Jason - in order to compete in sanctioned amateur boxing events, you will have to register with USA Boxing (copy of your birth certificate, two passport-type pictures and a yearly membership fee, January
2009-11-18 boxing question:
Hi Tom - if your ultimate goal is to participate as a pro boxer, you're better off training at your local gym and competing in USA Boxing sanctioned amateur boxing shows. The National Collegiate Boxing
2009-10-31 Boxing Certification.:
In order to work a corner in sanctioned amateur boxing shows, a coach must be a member of USA Boxing and attend a 6-8 hour certification class. This is NOT a training course for those who wish to become
2009-10-24 Youth Boxing:
Boxers reach the national level by competing in advancing tournaments from the district to the national level. The Southern California Assn. of USA Boxing offers several opportunities a year for athletes
2009-10-18 cutman and amature:
Since amateur boxing doesn't use cutmen, I don't know the proper procedures for learning. Most cutmen I know work pro shows and learned on the job, or in a gym. In order to coach a corner in amateur
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