Vernon boxers hooked, clinched and punched their way to impressive, decision victories at a Kelowna competition on Saturday, April 20.
Roland Ingram and Tyler Colins each secured wins for Vernon香蕉视频直播檚 Boxing Club at the Three Round Heroes Fight for Community event at Rutland香蕉视频直播檚 Centennial Hall. The event is in honour of Cailen Vilness, a former fighter at Kelowna香蕉视频直播檚 Madkatz Boxing Club who tragically lost his life in the Kelowna crane collapse in 2021.
Ingram faced off against Richmond香蕉视频直播檚 Leo Atkinson in the 160 pound middleweight division, where both fighters threw haymakers throughout.
The constant pressure of Ingram proved too much for Atkinson, as his fast punch combos helped the Vernonite claim a decision victory.
Colins then squared off against Salmon Arm香蕉视频直播檚 Bob Stevenson in the 190 pound heavyweight division. Colins香蕉视频直播� agility flummoxed Stevenson, as he was able to land mammoth jab combos to easily win the opening two rounds. In the final round, Colins香蕉视频直播� relentless punching almost stopped Stevenson, as he was staggered, but was mercifully saved by the bell to avoid a knockout. Colins decision victory wrapped up a great night for Vernon. Coaches Al Harper and Ross Scott were ringside for both bouts, providing key tips.
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