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Boxers score big across the ditch
Boxers score big across the ditch
It would be a weekend to remember for the small contingent of Northern Rivers boxers who flew to New Zealand to compete in the Kangaroos vs Kiwis boxing tournament.
Organised by Australian Boxing Council (ABC) and Peach Boxing from Auckland, New Zealand, it was held at the ABA stadium.
“It felt so spiritual to fight there,” said boxing coach and owner of Maddog Boxing, Scott Smith.
“As you walked down the tunnel, the walls were lined with old photos of the best New Zealand warriors who had fought there throughout its history.
“There were large paintings of Muhammad Ali in our change room, so the vibe was at an all time high through the team.”
The team that travelled to New Zealand
The vibe must have been inspirational as the Australian team walked away with five gold medals and two silvers.
The contest was fought over two nights in the 120-year-old boxing stadium and the Australian team were treated to a traditional private Maori feast.
Results:
- Sunny McLean – gold
- Calven Mukerji – gold
- Matt Hoskins – gold
- Stasia Pitman – gold
- Sasia Werahiko – gold
- Elijah Bell – silver
- Jarod Keeble – silver
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