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Four boxers from Canada’s National Training Centre to compete at the 2019 Golden Girl Championship
The 10th edition of the Golden Girl Championship marks the first competition of 2019 calendar for Team Canada. Held in Borås, Sweden from February 1 – 3, the all-female competition is one of the largest of its kind in the world […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged Caroline Veyre, Golden Girl Championship, Irene Fiolek, Mary Spencer, Natali Fagan, Sweden | Leave a comment Coaching certification opportunity: Competition Development Module (performance analysis)
A coaching certification opportunity for the Competition Development Module (Performance Analysis) will be offered on February 1-3, 2019 in Montreal, QC at the National Sport Institute of Quebec. This first certification course will be offered in French only (an English […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged Coaching certification, Competition development module | Leave a comment 1970 – 2018: Canada’s last Olympic boxing medalist, David Defiagbon, passed away at the age of 48
David Defiagbon was born in Nigeria on June 12, 1970 and died on November 24, 2018 in Las Vegas, NV of heart complications at the age of 48. David proudly represented Canada at the Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympic Games where he […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged Atlanta 1996, David Defiagbon, Donate, Eulogy, Olympic Games, Olympic medal, Tribute | Leave a comment International Olympic Committee ensures boxing will remain in the 2020 Olympic Games
In a statement released earlier today, the Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) ensured that all efforts will be deployed to protect the athletes and a boxing tournament can take place at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games regardless […]
An overview of Team Canada’s performances at the 2018 AIBA Women’s World Championships (recap)
On the sixth day of competition at the 2018 Women’s World Championships, Caroline Veyre, Myriam Da Silva and Tammara Thibeault were the last Canadian representatives in the tournament and only one victory was separating them from a medal. Determined to step […]
Three Canadians reach the quarterfinals at the 2018 Women’s World Championships
At the conclusion of the 5th day at the 2018 Women’s World Championships, Caroline Veyre, Myriam Da Silva and Tammara Thibeault have secured their spot in quarterfinals and have reached the Top 8 in the world. Midway through the competition, these […]
A successful debut for Team Canada at the 2018 Women’s World Championships
Organized by AIBA, the 2018 Women’s World Championships have officially kicked off in New Delhi, India on November 15, featuring the 277 best boxers from 62 nations. After two intense training camps in Montreal and Doha, Qatar prior to the […]
2018 AIBA Women’s World Championships: Meet Team Canada
With only 2 more days before the official draw, Team Canada is getting ready to step into the ring against the best boxers in the world at the 2018 AIBA Women’s World Championships. Organized by AIBA, the #WWCHs2018 are taking […]
Boxing Canada’s President, Pat Fiacco, has been appointed to AIBA’s Executive Committee for a second mandate
Boxing Canada is pleased to announce that its President, Pat Fiacco, has been appointed to AIBA’s Executive Committee for a second four-year mandate. The election took place this past weekend during the AIBA Congress in Moscow where Gafur Rakhimov was […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged AIBA Congress, AIBA Election, AIBA Executive Committee, Boxing Canada's President, Pat Fiacco, Tokyo 2020 | Leave a comment Six boxers to represent Team Canada at the 2018 AIBA Elite Women’s World Championships
With less than a month to go, Boxing Canada unveils the team that will represent Canada at the 2018 Elite Women’s World Championships. Organized by AIBA, the competition is set to take place from November 15th– 24thin New Delhi, India. […]
2018 Youth Olympic Games: a lifetime experience for the Canadian boxing team
Regrouping the best 82 Youth boxers in the world, the 2018 Youth Olympic Games have come to an end for the two Canadian boxers, Spencer Wilcox and Tethluach Chuol, after four days of intense competition. Here is an overview of […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged 2018 Youth Olympic Games, Buenos Aires 2018, Final results, Recap, Spencer Wilcos, Tethluach Chuol | Leave a comment Team Canada’s boxers made their historical debut at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games
The boxing competition finally started on day 8 of the 2018 Youth Olympic Games and both Canadian boxers were set to make their historic debut during the first day of the competition. Indeed, Spencer Wilcox and Tethluach Chuol are the […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged Buenos Aires 2018, Recap, Spencer Wilcox, Tethluach Chuol, Youth Olympic Games | Leave a comment Spencer Wilcox receives an additional quota reallocation for the Buenos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games
On the eve of the opening ceremony, Boxing Canada has received an additional quota reallocation in the Men’s 60 kg weight category and therefore nominates Spencer Wilcox (Hamilton, ON) as the second Canadian athlete to represent Team Canada in Olympic-style […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged 2018 Youth Olympic Games, Buenos Aires 2018, quota reallocation, Spencer Wilcox, team announcement, Tethluach Chuol, YOG2018 | Leave a comment Seven female boxers are taking part in the XIII International Silesian Women’s Open Championships
With two months to go before the 2018 Women’s World Championships, Team Canada will participate in the XIII Silesian Women’s Open Championships to fine-tune its preparation for the world stage. Indeed, the 13th edition of this international competition is taking place September […]
Team Canada will square off against Team Puerto Rico at the 6th edition of the Melee Gala
On Thursday, September 6th, Team Canada’s Elite boxers will be stepping into the ring against Team Puerto Rico as part of one of Winnipeg’s most entertaining annual charitable events, the MELEE Gala. Hosted by United Boxing Club, the sixth edition of the […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged Canada vs Puerto Rico, Dual match, Eric Basran, Irene Fiolek, Melee 2018, Melee VI, Robert Couzens, Tania Walters, Thomas Blumenfeld, Winnipeg, Wyatt Sanford | Leave a comment Charlie Cavanagh becomes the first ever female Youth World Champion in Canada
After nine intense days of competition at the 2018 Youth World Championships, Charlie Cavanagh has marked Canadian boxing history by becoming the first ever female Youth World Champion in the 69 kg weight category. After obtaining a bye in the first […]
Charlie Cavanagh reaches the final of the 2018 Youth World Championships
After securing a medal with her unanimous win over Poland in quarterfinals on Saturday, Charlie Cavanagh was back in action this afternoon against Paige Goodyear in the hopes to reach the gold medal bout. While both boxers were hungry to […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged 2018 Youth World Championships, Budapest 2018, Charlie Cavanagh, Recap, semifinals, YWCHs2018 | Leave a comment Spencer Wilcox bows out during the second round of the 2018 Youth World Championships
Following a 4-1 split decision victory against Tulga Oyunbaatar during the first round of competition, Spencer Wilcox was back in action today. Indeed, the Canadian champion was facing Ankit, an experienced boxer from India, for the second round of the Youth World […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged 2018 Youth World Championships, Budapest 2018, Recap, Spencer Wilcox, YWCHs2018 | Leave a comment Spencer Wilcox gets the 1st win for Team Canada at the Youth World Championships
On the second day of competition, Spencer Wilcox was the 1st Canadian boxer to step into the ring at the Youth World Championship. For this first bout, the 60 kg Canadian boxer was facing Tulga Oyunbaatar from Mongolia, an orthodox […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged #Budapest2018, 2018 Youth World Championships, Recap, Spencer Wilcox, YWCHs2018 | Leave a comment 2018 Youth World Championships: Meet Team Canada
With only 1 day before the official draw, Team Canada is getting ready to step into the ring against the best boxers at the 2018 Youth World Championships. Organized by AIBA, the 2018 YWC are set to take place August 21st […]
Boxing Canada nominates its team for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires
Montreal – August 16th, 2018. On Thursday, Boxing Canada and the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) nominated Tethluach Chuol as the sole Canadian athlete to represent Team Canada in Olympic-style boxing at the Buenos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games from October 6 to […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged 2018 Youth Olympic Games, boxing Canada, Buenos Aires 2018, team canada | Leave a comment Four Canadians to take part in the 2018 Youth World Championships in Budapest
Montreal – August 8th, 2018. With only 14 days to go before the start of the competition, Boxing Canada is proud to announce the Canadian boxers who will attend the 2018 Youth World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. Organized by AIBA, […]
Boxing Canada is looking for 1 volunteer coach to accompany the National Team at the XIII International Silesian Women’s Boxing Championship
Boxing Canada is looking for one coach to travel with our National Team for the XIII International Silesian Women’s Boxing Championship in Poland: 1 coach to attend training camp and competition: from September 2nd to September 16th QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Be […]
Boxing Canada is looking for 1 volunteer coach to accompany the National Team at the Youth World Championships
Boxing Canada is looking for one coach to travel with our National Team for the Youth World in Budapest this August: 1 coach to attend training camp and competition: from August 12th to September 1st QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Be certified at […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged Coach application, Coach position, coaching opportunity, youth national team, Youth World Championships | Leave a comment Six wins in eight bouts for Team Canada at the Battle by the Bay
Over the weekend, Team Canada squared off against Team Puerto Rico as part of the Battle by the Bay in Kennetcook, Nova Scotia. Organized by Nova Scotia, the first edition of the event included local bouts as well as four […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged Battle by the bay, Boxing Nova Scotia, Canada vs Puerto Rico, Dual match, Kennetcook, Kevin Grimard, Nickenson Denis, Recap, Sabrina Aubin, Wyatt Sanford | Leave a comment Team Canada to square off against Team Puerto Rico at the Battle by the Bay
Following a 10-day training camp in Puerto Rico, Team Canada is getting ready to get back in the ring against Team Puerto Rico for the Battle by the Bay in Kennetcook, Nova Scotia. Organized by Boxing Nova Scotia, the first […]
Two international training camps coming up for Team Canada
In the upcoming weeks, Team Canada will sending Elite National Team boxers to participate in two international training camps. These international experiences are crucial in the development of our boxers in preparation for world-caliber competitions. “These training camps will allow us […]
Three boxers to compete at the 2018 Chemistry Worldcup in Germany
Three members of Team Canada’s Elite National team will depart on June 18th to compete at the 2018 Chemistry Worldcup of Olympic boxing. Organized by EUBC (European Boxing Confederation) and the German Boxing Association, the competition is set to take […]
Your cannabis in sport resource kit is ready!
As we get closer to the legalization of cannabis in Canada, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) would like to take this opportunity to remind the sport community that cannabis will remain prohibited in sport, no matter its […]
Posted in Announcements | Tagged Anti-doping, Cannabis in sport, CCES, legalization of cannabis | Leave a comment Five Silvers and Two Bronzes for Team Canada at the 2018 Youth Continental Championships
Regrouping 99 boxers from 15 countries, the 2018 AMBC Youth Continental Championships finally came to an end on Saturday evening after five days of competition. With a total of seven medals, Canada placed fourth in the country ranking for the […]
Four boxers from Canada’s National Training Centre to compete at the 2019 Golden Girl Championship
The 10th edition of the Golden Girl Championship marks the first competition of 2019 calendar for Team Canada. Held in Borås, Sweden from February 1 – 3, the all-female competition is one of the largest of its kind in the world […]
Coaching certification opportunity: Competition Development Module (performance analysis)
A coaching certification opportunity for the Competition Development Module (Performance Analysis) will be offered on February 1-3, 2019 in Montreal, QC at the National Sport Institute of Quebec. This first certification course will be offered in French only (an English […]
1970 – 2018: Canada’s last Olympic boxing medalist, David Defiagbon, passed away at the age of 48
David Defiagbon was born in Nigeria on June 12, 1970 and died on November 24, 2018 in Las Vegas, NV of heart complications at the age of 48. David proudly represented Canada at the Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympic Games where he […]
International Olympic Committee ensures boxing will remain in the 2020 Olympic Games
In a statement released earlier today, the Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) ensured that all efforts will be deployed to protect the athletes and a boxing tournament can take place at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games regardless […]
An overview of Team Canada’s performances at the 2018 AIBA Women’s World Championships (recap)
On the sixth day of competition at the 2018 Women’s World Championships, Caroline Veyre, Myriam Da Silva and Tammara Thibeault were the last Canadian representatives in the tournament and only one victory was separating them from a medal. Determined to step […]
Three Canadians reach the quarterfinals at the 2018 Women’s World Championships
At the conclusion of the 5th day at the 2018 Women’s World Championships, Caroline Veyre, Myriam Da Silva and Tammara Thibeault have secured their spot in quarterfinals and have reached the Top 8 in the world. Midway through the competition, these […]
A successful debut for Team Canada at the 2018 Women’s World Championships
Organized by AIBA, the 2018 Women’s World Championships have officially kicked off in New Delhi, India on November 15, featuring the 277 best boxers from 62 nations. After two intense training camps in Montreal and Doha, Qatar prior to the […]
2018 AIBA Women’s World Championships: Meet Team Canada
With only 2 more days before the official draw, Team Canada is getting ready to step into the ring against the best boxers in the world at the 2018 AIBA Women’s World Championships. Organized by AIBA, the #WWCHs2018 are taking […]
Boxing Canada’s President, Pat Fiacco, has been appointed to AIBA’s Executive Committee for a second mandate
Boxing Canada is pleased to announce that its President, Pat Fiacco, has been appointed to AIBA’s Executive Committee for a second four-year mandate. The election took place this past weekend during the AIBA Congress in Moscow where Gafur Rakhimov was […]
Six boxers to represent Team Canada at the 2018 AIBA Elite Women’s World Championships
With less than a month to go, Boxing Canada unveils the team that will represent Canada at the 2018 Elite Women’s World Championships. Organized by AIBA, the competition is set to take place from November 15th– 24thin New Delhi, India. […]
2018 Youth Olympic Games: a lifetime experience for the Canadian boxing team
Regrouping the best 82 Youth boxers in the world, the 2018 Youth Olympic Games have come to an end for the two Canadian boxers, Spencer Wilcox and Tethluach Chuol, after four days of intense competition. Here is an overview of […]
Team Canada’s boxers made their historical debut at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games
The boxing competition finally started on day 8 of the 2018 Youth Olympic Games and both Canadian boxers were set to make their historic debut during the first day of the competition. Indeed, Spencer Wilcox and Tethluach Chuol are the […]
Spencer Wilcox receives an additional quota reallocation for the Buenos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games
On the eve of the opening ceremony, Boxing Canada has received an additional quota reallocation in the Men’s 60 kg weight category and therefore nominates Spencer Wilcox (Hamilton, ON) as the second Canadian athlete to represent Team Canada in Olympic-style […]
Seven female boxers are taking part in the XIII International Silesian Women’s Open Championships
With two months to go before the 2018 Women’s World Championships, Team Canada will participate in the XIII Silesian Women’s Open Championships to fine-tune its preparation for the world stage. Indeed, the 13th edition of this international competition is taking place September […]
Team Canada will square off against Team Puerto Rico at the 6th edition of the Melee Gala
On Thursday, September 6th, Team Canada’s Elite boxers will be stepping into the ring against Team Puerto Rico as part of one of Winnipeg’s most entertaining annual charitable events, the MELEE Gala. Hosted by United Boxing Club, the sixth edition of the […]
Charlie Cavanagh becomes the first ever female Youth World Champion in Canada
After nine intense days of competition at the 2018 Youth World Championships, Charlie Cavanagh has marked Canadian boxing history by becoming the first ever female Youth World Champion in the 69 kg weight category. After obtaining a bye in the first […]
Charlie Cavanagh reaches the final of the 2018 Youth World Championships
After securing a medal with her unanimous win over Poland in quarterfinals on Saturday, Charlie Cavanagh was back in action this afternoon against Paige Goodyear in the hopes to reach the gold medal bout. While both boxers were hungry to […]
Spencer Wilcox bows out during the second round of the 2018 Youth World Championships
Following a 4-1 split decision victory against Tulga Oyunbaatar during the first round of competition, Spencer Wilcox was back in action today. Indeed, the Canadian champion was facing Ankit, an experienced boxer from India, for the second round of the Youth World […]
Spencer Wilcox gets the 1st win for Team Canada at the Youth World Championships
On the second day of competition, Spencer Wilcox was the 1st Canadian boxer to step into the ring at the Youth World Championship. For this first bout, the 60 kg Canadian boxer was facing Tulga Oyunbaatar from Mongolia, an orthodox […]
2018 Youth World Championships: Meet Team Canada
With only 1 day before the official draw, Team Canada is getting ready to step into the ring against the best boxers at the 2018 Youth World Championships. Organized by AIBA, the 2018 YWC are set to take place August 21st […]
Boxing Canada nominates its team for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires
Montreal – August 16th, 2018. On Thursday, Boxing Canada and the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) nominated Tethluach Chuol as the sole Canadian athlete to represent Team Canada in Olympic-style boxing at the Buenos Aires 2018 Youth Olympic Games from October 6 to […]
Four Canadians to take part in the 2018 Youth World Championships in Budapest
Montreal – August 8th, 2018. With only 14 days to go before the start of the competition, Boxing Canada is proud to announce the Canadian boxers who will attend the 2018 Youth World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. Organized by AIBA, […]
Boxing Canada is looking for 1 volunteer coach to accompany the National Team at the XIII International Silesian Women’s Boxing Championship
Boxing Canada is looking for one coach to travel with our National Team for the XIII International Silesian Women’s Boxing Championship in Poland: 1 coach to attend training camp and competition: from September 2nd to September 16th QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Be […]
Boxing Canada is looking for 1 volunteer coach to accompany the National Team at the Youth World Championships
Boxing Canada is looking for one coach to travel with our National Team for the Youth World in Budapest this August: 1 coach to attend training camp and competition: from August 12th to September 1st QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Be certified at […]
Six wins in eight bouts for Team Canada at the Battle by the Bay
Over the weekend, Team Canada squared off against Team Puerto Rico as part of the Battle by the Bay in Kennetcook, Nova Scotia. Organized by Nova Scotia, the first edition of the event included local bouts as well as four […]
Team Canada to square off against Team Puerto Rico at the Battle by the Bay
Following a 10-day training camp in Puerto Rico, Team Canada is getting ready to get back in the ring against Team Puerto Rico for the Battle by the Bay in Kennetcook, Nova Scotia. Organized by Boxing Nova Scotia, the first […]
Two international training camps coming up for Team Canada
In the upcoming weeks, Team Canada will sending Elite National Team boxers to participate in two international training camps. These international experiences are crucial in the development of our boxers in preparation for world-caliber competitions. “These training camps will allow us […]
Three boxers to compete at the 2018 Chemistry Worldcup in Germany
Three members of Team Canada’s Elite National team will depart on June 18th to compete at the 2018 Chemistry Worldcup of Olympic boxing. Organized by EUBC (European Boxing Confederation) and the German Boxing Association, the competition is set to take […]
Your cannabis in sport resource kit is ready!
As we get closer to the legalization of cannabis in Canada, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) would like to take this opportunity to remind the sport community that cannabis will remain prohibited in sport, no matter its […]
Five Silvers and Two Bronzes for Team Canada at the 2018 Youth Continental Championships
Regrouping 99 boxers from 15 countries, the 2018 AMBC Youth Continental Championships finally came to an end on Saturday evening after five days of competition. With a total of seven medals, Canada placed fourth in the country ranking for the […]