If you’re in the vicinity of Limerick on Saturday night, get down to the South Court Hotel.
The countdown has begun for the big fight night as fitness levels are starting to peak and all the contestants are prepared both physically and mentally for the big event. This is the first time that any of team have taken part in a boxing competition.
All the training is taking place under the supervision of Blue Shinners strength & conditioning coach and IABA boxing coach also on the coaching staff is pro boxer Michael (storm ) Sweeney adding his years expertise to the training sessions.
After weeks of technique and skills training the fighters have come to the last week of sparring practice at the South Side Boxing Academy.
All the fighters have been supplied with professional boxing equipment and must wear headgear, proper gloves and gum shields while sparring as safety is paramount in our training camps.
The contestants also attend the ”Body Building Motivated Fitness Centre” Working on Strength conditioning training sessions which are essential for boxers building strength agility and speed.
The LWCB coaching staff have designed a specific programme for the camp to isolate the muscle groups most used by boxers. The team will also have talks on nutrition and diet and the importance of fuelling for sports during the 8 week training camp.
Big fight night takes place this Saturday June 14th at the South Court Hotel, Limerick and tickets will available at the door at €12 for adults and children are free.
