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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.

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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.

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USA Boxing, Inc.

Education/Credentials

High school graduate; some college.

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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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