Colorado, October 25, 2024 – Canada’s youth national boxing team is set to showcase their skills and dedication at the U19 World Championships in Colorado, beginning October 26, 2024.

Six young Canadian athletes will compete against top talent from around the globe, with hopes of earning medals and making their mark on the international stage. Draws and First Bouts: The competition kicks off with Randy Polines (50kg) opening the show for Team Canada against Hans Harris Bin Mohamad Yusran of Singapore on October 26. The Canadian lineup for the first rounds is as follows:

• 48kg Zoe Courchesne (48kg, QC, Crew Boxe+Fitness) – Faces the winner of Chiranan Dapphonhan (THA) / Ruby White (ENG) on October 29.
• 51kg Jade Delgado (ON, Beaver Boxing Club) – Competes against Germany’s Assia El Fachtali on October 27.
• 54kg Victoria Vergos (ON, Oakville Boxing Academy) – Awaits the winner of Tara Vogels (NED) / Supriya Devi Thokchom (IND) for an October 28 bout.
• 75kg Jarelyn Castillo (75kg, ON, Border City Boxing Club) – Takes on Leriko Simon from Germany on October 29.
• 50kg Randy Polines (AB, Olympia Boxing Club Chestermere) – Meets Singapore’s Hans Harris Bin Mohamad Yusran on October 26.
• 55kg Julian Agelakis (BC, Nelson Boxing Club) – Faces Jerome Lopez from the Philippines on October 27.

These athletes have dedicated months to rigorous training and preparation, representing the strength and talent of Canada’s youth boxing program. As they enter the ring, each athlete aims to demonstrate the skill, resilience, and sportsmanship that Canadian boxing is known for. Stay Updated: For the latest match results and upcoming bout schedules, follow this link: 2024 U19 World Championships Schedule.

Join us in cheering on Randy Polines and the rest of Team Canada as they take on the world in Colorado! Their journey promises to be a thrilling one as they pursue victory and valuable experience on the world stage.

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For media inquiries regarding the Canadian National Team please contact Christopher Lindsay at [email protected]

About Boxing Canada: Boxing Canada is the national sport organization for the sport of Olympic Boxing in Canada. It provides leadership for national programming, teams, and policies in partnership with each province and territory’s sport organization. Thanks to the Government of Canada, Canadian Olympic Committee, Sting Canada, and all our national partners for their support. For more information on Boxing Canada, please visit BoxingCanada.org.

Posted on: October 26, 2024