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Leos Lion's Boxing Club enjoy more success as Ronny Heaver and Callum Young win at Gothenburg Box Open in Sweden; Gravesend club claim five silver and three bronze medals

05:00, 20 June 2024

updated: 10:00, 20 June 2024

There was more success for Gravesend’s Leo’s Lions ABC at an international tournament.

A week after double Amateur Boxing Alliance International Belt tournament delight, the club came back from the Gothenburg Box Open in Sweden with two golds, five silvers and three bronze medals.

Leo's Lions ABC medal winners. Back row, from left, head coach Alvin Martin, Keaton Young, Riley Pennell, Callum Young, Tyrone Morris, Charlie Sillence and coach Louis Evans. Front, Ronny Heaver and Max Weintraub
Leo's Lions ABC medal winners. Back row, from left, head coach Alvin Martin, Keaton Young, Riley Pennell, Callum Young, Tyrone Morris, Charlie Sillence and coach Louis Evans. Front, Ronny Heaver and Max Weintraub

Alvin Martin, the head coach and founder of Leo’s Lions ABC in Northfleet, said: “We have had a fantastic time out in Sweden, the boys boxed with true heart and conviction.

“They are a credit to our club and have paved the way for our up-and-coming younger boxers, who are now itching to go out on the international scene.

“I couldn’t be any prouder and this is the result of true grit, heart and determination.”

An all-Leo’s Lions ABC Final saw Ronny Heaver see off Max Weintraub while club-mate Callum Young also came out on top at the tournament which ended on Sunday.

As well as Weintraub, Tyrone Morris, Riley Pennell, Charlie Sillence and Keaton Young claimed second-place finishes.

Max Weintraub and Ronny Heaver after their all-Leo's Lions ABC showdown
Max Weintraub and Ronny Heaver after their all-Leo's Lions ABC showdown

Lions came sixth out of 40 competing clubs overall, bringing home trophies for Best Diploma Boxer, Best Diploma Boxer B and Best Senior Boxer B.

Contact Martin on 07564 427269 if interested in joining Leo’s Lions ABC.

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