Coronavirus update: 27th November

England Boxing is still awaiting confirmation on key points from DCMS before issuing new boxing-specific guidance for the transition from the second lockdown to the three-tier system. This will be distributed as soon as possible.

Millennium coach Jamie rewarded for 20 years' hard work

South Yorkshire boxing coach Jamie Kennedy has been recognised for his sterling work as Head Coach of Millennium Boxing.

Fond Farewell to Lion Club's Stan Ewens

Local journalist Chris Kempson pays tribute to North London Boxing stalwart, who sadly passed away earlier this month.

Wellbeing Wednesdays week three – taking notice

As we approach the final days of lockdown 2.0, Wellbeing Wednesdays is focusing on 'taking notice'.

Coronavirus update - post-lockdown arrangments

Following the government announcement yesterday regarding post-lockdown arrangements, England Boxing is aware of the potential for gyms to reopen from next week, but is seeking clarification as to what that specifically means for boxing clubs.

Tackling Inequalities Fund: How we have benefited – Underdog Boxing Club

Like many other clubs, Maryport’s Underdog ABC has been hit by closures forced on them by the government because of the Coronavirus Pandemic and the lack on income that has resulted - and is why a Sport England-funded Tackling Inequalities Fund grant to help pay rent and purchase vital sanitiser and cleaning equipment has been so important.

Hearn joins calls for government to financially support grass roots boxing

Boxing promoted Eddie Hearn has joined the calls for the government to provide direct funding support for grass roots boxing clubs during the Coronavirus Pandemic – and urged two of the amateur game’s most famous graduates, Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, to do the same.

World Anti-Doping Code changes and 2021 Prohibited List

Boxers looking to compete in 2021 are encouraged to make themselves aware of important changes to the World Anti-Doping Code and 2021 Prohibited Substances List.

Box in Mind Bitesize – December dates now available

Dates for England Boxing’s free Box In Mind Bitesize online courses have now been released for December.

Nottingham School of Boxing coach shortlisted for BBC's Unsung Hero Award

Nottingham School of Boxing coach Ash Cowdrey has made the final three shortlist for the East Midlands in the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2020’s Unsung Hero Award.

Job vacancy: Head of Boxing Development

England Boxing is seeking to appoint a new Head of Boxing Development to oversee the delivery of comprehensive, consistent, industry-leading training and learning opportunities for coaches, officials and other volunteers within the sport.

Q&A regarding the Coronavirus Pandemic

As we reach the scheduled halfway point of the second national lockdown, England Boxing has pulled together key information, much of which has been previously distributed in newsletters and issued on the website, to answer some of the questions that have recently been posed by Members.

Wellbeing Wednesdays week two – Connecting and Being Active

In the second week of our Wellbeing Wednesday series, we focus on connecting and staying active from the five ways to wellbeing we shared with you last week.

Language study helping England Talent coaches improve their communication

England Boxing has teamed up with the University of Warwick and UK Coaching in a bid to interpret and improve the way in which coaches communicate in high-pressure situations.

Fusion ready to start 2021 with a bang

Grimsby’s Fusion Boxing Club is ready to begin 2021 with a new £100,000 extension to its premises that will help engage the wider community.