Topic: Cayman Islands Boxing Association
Hurlston set to move professional boxing career back to Cayman
Caymanian heavyweight boxer Christopher Hurlston, 24, will officially move his base of operations back to local soil in the coming weeks.
Legendary boxer inspires locals ahead of fight night
Several amateurs who will be fighting this weekend were treated to a visit from boxing legend Roy Jones Jr., who offered inspiration and tips to the Cayman youngsters.
Fight fans treated to classic night of boxing
All the talk leading up to the first-ever ‘Steven Ross Memorial Boxing Show’ was settled in the ring Saturday night, as Cayman fighters threw down in bouts with bragging rights implications, while others defended home soil against boxers from the Bahamas.
‘Historic’ boxing extravaganza set for December
After 31 months without a single fight night on Island, several local boxers can now look forward to entering the ring this December for the ‘Clash in Cayman’ extravaganza.
CIBA encourages the forming of more boxing clubs
In a bid to boost the standards of boxers, the Cayman Islands Boxing Association is looking to encourage the formation of local clubs.
Alec ‘The Fearless’ Lopez wins boxing match in Bahamas
Boxer Alec Lopez lived up to his potential at a tournament in the Bahamas this past weekend, thanks to his fast hands and slick footwork.
Hurlston seeks fights overseas following CIBA changes
Caymanian boxer Chris Hurlston has decided to take his fighting career to lengths only those who are determined would venture.
Cayman boxer takes opportunity to compete for Jamaica
Boxing cruiserweight prospect Jaden Eccleston relinquished the Cayman Islands flag at his most recent competition; a decision he said was necessary.
Nigel Paul climbs in the ring with local boxers
Nigel Paul, bronze medallist at the 2021 AIBA World Boxing Championships, recently made a stop in the Cayman Islands, where he reunited with his old coach Floyd Trumpet and offered encouragement and training to several local athletes.
Boxing president resigns; cites ‘other obligations’
Cayman Islands Boxing Association president Leyla Jackson has resigned from her role due to “other obligations”, according to the Ministry of Sports.
Barnes strikes gold at Celtic Box Cup
Caymanian boxer Brandy Barnes claimed gold at the Celtic Box Cup in Ireland after punching her way through the 105 Ib weight class last month.
COVID protocols prevent boxing coach returning to Cayman
Cayman Islands Boxing Association development manager Liam Brereton will not be returning to Cayman until early 2022 due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, according to CIBA.
Hepseba Angel joins fellow Caymanian boxer in Ireland
Cayman’s national amateur boxer Hepseba Angel will be spending eight weeks in Ireland, training under Cayman Islands Boxing Association development manager Liam Brereton.
Reasons unknown for boxing gym manager’s departure
Though Tracey Seymour, former manager of the D. Dalmain Ebanks Boxing Gym parted ways with the Cayman Islands Boxing Association almost two months ago, the reasons for the break still remain a mystery.
Barnes prepares for boxing camp in Ireland
Cayman’s national amateur boxer Brandy Barnes will be spending five weeks in Ireland, training under Cayman Islands’ Boxing Association development manager Liam Brereton.
Busy schedule ahead for Cayman’s female boxers
Since arriving in May as the Cayman Islands’ Boxing Association development manager, Liam Brereton has been focussing on improving the skills of local boxers,...
Ireland’s Liam Brereton named CIBA’s development manager
Top Irish coach Liam ‘Morley’ Brereton has been named the Cayman Islands’ Boxing Association boxing development manager.
His employment follows the release of former head...
Boxing association parts ways with national coach
After serving two-plus years as Cayman’s national boxing coach, Floyd Trumpet’s employment with the Cayman Islands Boxing Association has come to an early end,...
Boxing comeback set for this weekend
The Cayman Islands Boxing Association will host its first fight night since the last local competition in February 2020.
Sporting associations go online
Leagues turn to video challenges to keep athletes fit, engaged
Cayman boxers return home after exhibition bouts in the Bahamas
Cayman’s boxers returned from a weekend trip to the Bahamas on Sunday, and they’ll have a little more than three weeks to train for the Caribbean Boxing Championships in Trinidad and Tobago.
Defibrillator donated to boxers
The Cayman Heart Fund has donated a defibrillator to the Cayman Islands Boxing Association.
Cayman’s Brandy Barnes meets her match in India
Cayman’s Brandy Barnes attended the Women’s World Boxing Championships in Delhi, India, this month as part of her development plan toward qualification for the 2020 Olympics.
Cayman boxers thrive at Caribbean Championships
The tenacity and perseverance of the Cayman Islands Boxing Association is beginning to reap dividends. A group of Cayman boxers participated in the Caribbean Championships in St. Lucia last week and brought home three gold medals, four silvers and a bronze for their efforts.
Cayman announces boxing team for Caribbean Championships
The Cayman Islands Boxing Association has announced its delegation for the Caribbean Championships in St. Lucia next month.
Cayman boxers hone their skills at training camp in London
Some of Cayman’s best boxers are using an overseas training camp to sharpen their skills. The Cayman Islands Boxing Association sent four fighters to London on Monday for a two-month camp that will prime them for the Caribbean Championships in St. Lucia in December.
Young athletes compete in boxing association’s fun day
Athletes as young as 12 took part in the Cayman Islands Boxing Association’s first family fun day on Saturday, Sept. 16. Nine bouts demonstrated the skills of the newly constituted national team, for most of whom this was their first public boxing performance.
Former boxing champ Bowe to work with Cayman fighters
Former heavyweight boxing champion and Hall of Famer Riddick Bowe will work with young Caymanian fighters during a visit to the island this month.
Dariel Ebanks wins gold in Caribbean Championships
Three boxers from Cayman represented the islands in top fashion last week, with victories at the Caribbean Championships in Barbados.
