*WHAT THEY DON'T SEE*

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Waukegan, Illinois

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Coach Justin-Scott Foster explaining exactly what wants to see from his Young Champs at Dream Believe Become Boxing Gym IL!! 🙌🏽

 

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*NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS '19*

//Lake Charles, Louisiana

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DANIEL Cortez TX (Red) vs

SALVADOR Uribe WI (Blue)*
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MARCO Romero KS // 145lbs | JUNIOR

 

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*HOLD YOUR OWN*

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'In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.' _Sun Tzu

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🎥 Sa'rai Brown-El GA

🔊 Kenneth English

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*NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS '19*

//Lake Charles, Louisiana

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DEMONTAZE Duncan KY (Red) vs

AMARI Jones CA (Blue)*

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*XVI INTERNATIONAL SILESIAN WOMEN'S BOXING CHAMPIONSHIPS* //Gliwice, Poland #3R_XIVSWC | #3R_FullBout
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Julia Butawska POL (Red) vs KAYLA Gomez TX (Blue)

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*SPOTLIGHT*

Jorge Carlos Jr., KS started boxing at the age of 10, "My aunt actually introduced me to the sport," Jorge explains, "...and ever since I started I haven't quit." Jorge began his training at the Turner Boxing Academy in Kansas, where he still trains, and after two years of training he had his first bout. Having practiced soccer for 4 years prior to boxing, he was able to rely on his competitive nature during his transition to this combat sport. "...when I started I knew I wanted to fight because there were people already competing at the gym I was going to." Jorge stated.

Now at the age 17, Jorge has competed in multiple National Tournaments and has come away with titles at the Junior Golden Gloves, Junior Olympics and the USA Quaifier!

Which has been your proudest accomplishment? we asked. "Probably the Junior Olympics," Jorge replied, "...because that's when I started taking boxing more seriously and that's when I started cutting weight." Boxing is a very demanding sport in many ways including making weight and just showing up ready to go, consistently. Jorge admits that those aspects are challenging for him at times but with his goals firmly on his mind he has been able to not only overcome but excel against the Nation's best and into the US National rankings.

Moving forward, Jorge continues to work hard to be able to win at the USA Nationals and earn the opportunity to travel and compete internationally as an amateur. Then he will put all his focus into becoming a world champion in the Pro ranks.

Good luck in your journey Jorge! 

*SPOTLIGHT*


The Marquez family have always been big boxing fans and naturally Mireya Marquez, WI developed an interest for the sport. "After sitting down and watching fights I grew more intrigued after each fight." Mireya explains, "I begged my parents to take me to a boxing gym." At the age of 11, Mireya's parents took her to the Medina Boxing Gym in Wauwatosa, WI. "My parents drove me there every single day coming from the south side of Milwaukee. It was a lot of back and forth every day so we looked for a closer gym in Milwaukee." A year later they found the AMC Boxing Academy along with head coach Alberto Mercedes.

Since the early stages of her training Mireya's passion for the sport of boxing only grew. "When starting at AMC, Coach Mercedes immediately saw the potential I could have in boxing and took my love for the sport seriously." Mireya affirms. 6 months after arriving to AMC, Mireya had her first bout and just 4 bouts later Mireya was already competing against the Nation's best!

To date, the nationally ranked #2 at 114 and #5 at 119 has competed in 6 National Tournament's and has earned 2 Junior Olympics silver medals, a Ringside World Championship Title, and what she attributes as her proudest accomplishment, a US National Championship Title in 2016!
"There is not a thing I would ever change about the sport! The sport is tough because it pushes you when you have nothing left." she acknowledges, "The most challenging part is the stuff you sacrifice for the sport. Without discipline it is impossible to keep improving." Wise words by this 15 year old young champion.

Looking ahead, Mireya has her sights on earning a spot in the US Olympic Team and having the opportunity to competing in Tokyo 2020. But along the way she wants to gain as much amateur experience as she can in order to prepare herself to win World Titles in the Pro ranks!
Good luck in your journey Mireya!

Trinidad Vargas started his amature boxing career at the age of 6, "My dad took me to the gym when I was little and I fell in love with the sport ever since!" he explains. Trinidad trained his first two years before he started competing at the age of 8. With both of his parents being certified boxing coaches, Trinidad was able to not only dedicate himself to boxing but he had the benefit of having quality training from his own parents.

Born and raised in Grand Prairie, TX Trinidad trains in nearby Dallas in the 'Heart of Champions' boxing gym. Now, at just 14 years old Trinidad has competed in several National Tournaments including the Junior Olympics, Junior National Golden Gloves, Silver Gloves, East and Western Qualifiers and the USA Boxing Nationals. The hardwork he has put into perfecting his craft is evident as he has won all of the tournaments I just listed in route to claiming 14 National Titles!!

When asked about his proudest accomplishment he answered, "[The] USA Boxing Nationals because winning that tournament earned me a spot on USA team and closer to my dreams." Currently, Trinidad is getting ready to compete in the Dallas Golden Gloves next week (1/22-1/28) before he heads to Colorado for training camp with the Junior Male USA Boxing Team. He would then get the opportunity to go back to Colorado in May to prepare with the Junior Team to compete in Azerbaijan in the Heyday Aliyev Junior Cup!

Looking forward, Trinidad hopes to earn his opportunity to compete for Olympic Gold when he is eligible, before he turns his focus to excelling as Pro.

Good luck in your journey Trinidad! 

Deon Johnson started boxing at the age 14 after he decided to try something different. "I used to watch a lot of boxing growing up, like Floyd Mayweather and Andre Ward. I always wanted to try it." The work ethic and conditioning he had developed during his 6 years of practicing football prior to boxing, helped in his transition into the sport. He began his amature career at Pugs Boxing Club in Crystal Lake where he trained for a year before he competed in his first bout. A year and four bouts later Deon decided to switch to a gym that was closer to home, The Elgin Boxing Club headed by Coach Tony Molinar.

To date, Deon has stayed very active by competing in several tournaments including Ringside, WBC Amateur Tournament, Silver Gloves, and the Junior Olympics were he won in the Novice Division, claiming it as his best accomplishment so far. He keeps working in the gym, "...perfecting technique, working either on hand speed or footwork.", Deon explained as he prepares for a busy 2018. With 26 bouts under his belt he looks to challenge himself against the Regions and Nations best.

Looking forward, Deon wants to claim some National Titles and make a run at the Olympics before ultimately turning Pro.

Best of luck in your journey Deon!

On January 4, 2018 the new USA Boxing Rankings were released, below is a list of the 18 local boxers that are currently ranked nationally, Congratulations!! #hardwork #dedication

Elite Women
119 lbs.
11th_Michelle Morales, IL
141 lbs.
13th_Dominique Barrios, WI

Elite Men
152 lbs.
6th_Azeez Muhammad, IL
165 lbs.
2nd_Javier Martinez, WI
10th_Osvaldo Vera, IL (now pro)

Junior Women
114 lbs.
2nd_Mireya Marquez, WI
119 lbs.
5th_Mireya Marquez, WI

Junior Men
101 lbs.
13th_Mario Martinez, WI
114 lbs.
5th_Jason Komanekin, WI
125 lbs.
9th_Breeon Carothers Jr., WI
132 lbs.
3rd_Breeon Carothers Jr., WI
138 lbs.
8th_Jasper West, IL
176 lbs.
2nd_Oscar Ochoa, IL

Youth Men
108 lbs.
1st_Angel Martinez, IL
152 lbs.
9th_Daniel Blancas, WI

Bantam Male
 90 lbs.
1st_Joseph Awinongya, IL
95 lbs.
1st_Alfredo Gonzalez, WI
101 lbs.
4th_ Alfredo Gonzalez, WI

Boys Intermediate
75 lbs.
6th_Kevin Ayala, IL
80 lbs.
6th_Zachary Carter, IL
125 lbs.
2nd_Joseph Miranda, WI