Did you box:
Yes, open class

When & why did you start coaching:
Its been about 20 years now. My father & I opened up a boxing club so
I took some courses and became a coach.

Worst aspect of being a coach:
I think its the time, which I'd imagine
is the case for a lot of coaches. Clubs and coaches can put a lot of time into lads, see them become good prospe-cts and then in some cases just helplessly watch as they stop coming.

Best aspect of being a coach:
Keeping the lads of thes streets, giving them a sence of self-belief & I think more then anything the gratit-ude & thanks you get from the boxers who recognise what you do.

What makes your club/boxers stand out from other clubs:
Our boys are always smartly turned out, I make sure of that and the clubs trade mark left jab.

What kind of boxing do you teach:
Apart from a strong jab it completely depends on the boxer as each one is different with their own specific strengths and weaknesses

Has Amatuer Boxing improved:
The ABAE get a lot of flack for this and that but I personally believe they have done well ensuring that clubs like ours have money available for better equipment and facilities. All this help goes a long way in aiding improvement of all those involved - coaches, boxers and obviosuly the gym itself.

Number of years boxing:
4 Years

Titles won:
None

What boxer are you like:
I couldn't comapre myself to any boxer because I have my own style.

Why Did You Start Boxing:
I always had a big intrest in boxing, watching it on tv, reading about it. I thought it would be a real expriance to actually do it, which of course it was/is.

Toughest Bout So Far:
My third bout. The lad was from Apex ABC and was very strong, he really gave it to me although I did actaully go on to win the bout on points.

Best memory in boxing:
When I moved to Meridian, I'm not going to name my previous club because I'm not saying that the clubs better or worse but I can say that this club has really improved my skills.

Worst memory in boxing:
All the bouts I have lost. I've lost too many bouts for stupid reasons, not because my opponents were better then me

What is it you most like about your club:
We have a very good coach and the training regime is top quality

Ambitions in Boxing:
I would like to win a major competition with a Meridian vest on.

Number of years boxing:
2 Years

Titles won:
No titles but I've got 'the bout of the night' and a show and also knocked two opponents out.

What boxer are you like:
I prefer not to compare myself, or try to be like other boxers... I want to develop my own unique style.

Why Did You Start Boxing:
I only started as a hobby but it inevitably became a lot more. Boxings like that, it takes over you.

Toughest Bout So Far:
Against Danny Carr, it was a split decision loss. It was definitely close but I thought I won it.

Best memory in boxing:
Winning in front of my team mates, my coach and Johnny Armour (A top pro bantamweight from Chantham). That was really special.

Worst memory in boxing:
I always seem to doubt myself before my bouts, I have to stop doing that because I know I'm good enough and its just wasted energy. As soon as the first punch is thrown I'm fine.

What is it you most like about your club:
The team spirit at Meridian is really good, all the lads look out for each other.

Ambitions in Boxing:
I dont have any specific ambitions, I just don't want to have any regrets.

Number of years boxing:
A few years now

Titles won:
Like Miles I have no titles but have got 'bout of the night' and stopped my last opponent.

What boxer are you like:
I think if you speak to anyone at Meridian they'll tell you they have their own stlye

Why Did You Start Boxing:
My brothers use to box and watching them made me really want to get involved.

Toughest Bout So Far:
At a Walthamstow Abbey show against a bigger lad (79kg) who had won three of three.

Best memory in boxing:
Retiring my opponent in my second bout. He had two bouts going into that point having won both of them. I had obviosuly only had one bout at the point.

Worst memory in boxing:
I haven't had one yet, I'll let you know when I do but don't expect one soon.

What is it you most like about your club:
The coach really encourages you to train hard.

Ambitions in Boxing:
To be a World Champion one day. I don't think you can ever be too ambitious so why not a World Title Belt?