Youth gems to shine
Youth gems to shine

Youth gems to shine

The Khomas Region faces a number of challenges when it comes to planning boxing events.
Jesse Kauraisa
The Khomas Boxing Federation (KBF) has its sights on developing more youth boxers in 2019.

KBF chairman Jason Naule says it is important that the federation takes youth boxing to another level.

“This year we want to put more focus on the junior boxers because it is the only way Khomas will remain relevant when it comes to boxing development.

“The government has really been helpful, even though we believe it could do more, especially in terms of amateur boxing, because boxing remains one of the sport codes that always bring home medals when the country participates at regional and world events,” Naule said.

He stressed that the region faces a number of challenges when it comes to planning boxing events.

The former boxer is however hopeful that they will get a sponsor this year.

The federation had a successful 2018, winning the sixth edition of the MTC Sunshine Cup that was held from the 29 November to 1 December in Windhoek.

The Khomas Region came out on top, followed by Nampol and the Erongo Region.

The KBF also had a very busy year, hosting nine development tournaments in 2018.

“Development is our key mandate; we must make sure that we nurture the upcoming boxers for them to accomplish their dreams of becoming world champions. They must put the country's name at the top, when it comes to boxing; this is a priority,” Naule said.

The federation also lauded the various stakeholders that play a role in supporting their development agenda.

“We would like to thank John Hayes of Ready Bites Meat Market, Nestor Tobias of the Sunshine Boxing Academy and Kinda Nangolo of Kinda Promotions for always being ready to lend us a helping hand.

“We also want to wish all boxing lovers and supporters, as well our young boxers a prosperous 2019,” Naule added.

The federation remains without a sponsor and is appealing to corporate Namibia to come on board and support its development agenda.

They believe that keeping young people busy with positive activities helps the development of the country.

“In 2019 we are planning to have a very aggressive development programme, because boxing has really been well-received by the communities around Khomas and the demand for more tournaments is coming in daily.”

Jesse Jackson Kauraisa

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