A selection of UK boxing reports, followed by notes from the local archive. Each report links to its original publisher and carries that publisher’s date.
England Boxing reports that Newquay Boxing Academy’s Parky Blinders programme received The King’s Award for Voluntary Service. The initiative offers adapted, non-contact boxing sessions and a social meeting place for people living with Parkinson’s.
Source: England Boxing Read the original report ↗
Tooting boxer Lily Bassett took under-48kg bronze at the Youth Olympics in Dakar, according to England Boxing. Bassett and fellow medallist Michael Maughan were also chosen as Team GB flag bearers for the closing ceremony.
Source: England Boxing Read the original report ↗
Ryan Ashworth of Westway ABC and Liam Byrne of Winton ABC have been shortlisted for UK Coaching Awards. England Boxing’s announcement places the ceremony in Leeds on 3 December; it reports nominations, with the winners still to be announced.
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BKB announced Michael Ridout as its Managing Director, UK, following roles at DAZN and IMG. The company says his remit includes its British operation alongside wider commercial and operational responsibilities.
Source: BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing Read the original report ↗
BKFC’s results report records Sean Weir’s first-round stoppage of Leigh Cohoon for the vacant UK light-heavyweight title at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro. The promoter also reports Danny Christie’s second-round stoppage of Stevie Ray.
Source: Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship Read the original report ↗
Leonard Bibby’s profile brings together the long lead hand, 6ft 6in reach and patient outside work behind The Professor’s ring name. The ledger records 24 wins and one draw, against Deamon Donna.
Read the archive entry ↗The North Quay entry follows Bibby and Edwin Rook to a fifth-round stoppage. The associated Chronicle clipping and its transcript sit alongside the bout record and venue account.
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