Golden Gloves in the Community

4,000 active, registered youth Golden Glove boxers.

Young boys...inner city...At-risk...between the ages of 13 and 30

Equates to over 600,000 visits to the gym per year

Off the streets between 3pm and 7pm...prime hours for criminal activity by youths

Communities and youths benefit...Lessons to be learned

Healthy competition develops pride in young boxers and respect for others

Opportunity for Golden Glove scholarship...Existing regional scholarships in place...Financial aid for higher education

Stepping stone to greater achievements...Fosters can-do attitude