Young talents shine at U-16 Developmental Boxing Tournament

The Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) continued its ongoing developmental efforts with an exciting day of action at the Andrew ‘Six Head’ Lewis Gym on Saturday, as young and emerging pugilists thrilled the audience with skill and determination in the ring.

The event featured a competitive slate of bouts across the School Boys, Youth, and Elite categories, showcasing promising talent from clubs such as the National Amateur Boxing Association (NABA), Andrew Lewis Boxing Gym (ALBG), and Guyana Police Force Boxing Gym (GPFBG).

The tournament formed part of the GBA’s developmental pathway to give young boxers more opportunities for exposure and experience under competitive conditions.

Spectators witnessed technical skill, composure and grit from several standout performers, underscoring the steady growth of the sport at the grassroots level.

The highlight of the card came from Elite boxer Kevin Isaacs of GPFBG, who won his bout via RSC in the second round and was later named Best Boxer in the Elite category.

Among the Under-16 competitors, ALBG’s Josh Chester impressed judges and fans alike with his skill and discipline, earning the Best Boxer title in that division.

Below are the results from the tournament: 

Bout One – School Boys: Ukesh Persaud (NABA) vs. Junior Madray (ALBG) – Madray won by RSC in round one

Bout Two – Youth: Isiah Nurse (ALBG) vs. Kurt Mahase (NABA) – Nurse won on points

Bout Three – Elite: Kevin Isaacs (GPFBG) vs. Leon Albert (ALBG) – Isaacs won by RSC in round two

Bout Four – Elite: Jofes Jackson (NABA) vs. Oasis Prince (GPFBG) – Coach withdrew boxer from competition

Bout Five – Elite: Emmanuel Sancho (GPFBG) vs. Terron Wintz (NABA) – Wintz won on points

Bout Six – School Boys: Josh Chester (ALBG) vs. Itavius Vanderstoop (ALBG) – Chester won on points

Bout Seven – Youth: Kenny Torres (GPFBG) vs. Lennox Lawrence (ALBG) – Lawrence won on points

Special Awards: 

Best Boxer – Elite: Kevin Isaacs (GPFBG)

Best Boxer – U-16: Josh Chester (ALBG)