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Ethan Peters (18), a Grade 11 learner from Bellavista, is making great strides in the Johannesburg boxing fraternity.
Peters only began boxing as a hobby and quickly gained enough experience to join a gym and begin training with coach Anton Gilmore.
''I started to box in school but I fell in love with the sport and began to take it more seriously, which is when I began training with Anton,' said Peters.
Although he's only been fighting for three years, he's already won a gold medal at the Johannesburg Boxing Championships and he boasts a record of eight wins and zero losses.
Earlier this year, Peters fought in the novice championship, where he won gold in the super heavyweight category.
''You fight in the novice championship to gain experience and move on to the Joburg Championships,'' he explained.
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Ethan Peters (18), a Grade 11 learner from Bellavista, is making great strides in the Johannesburg boxing fraternity. Peters only began boxing as a hobby and quickly gained enough experience to join a gym and begin training with coach Anton Gilmore.
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He then fought in the Joburg Championships which took place in Brixton at Hugenote Boxing Gym. Peters took gold in the super heavyweight category at both championships, which means he qualified for the Gauteng Championships that will take place in Ekurhuleni in July.
Peters needs a sponsorship for boxing equipment, training equipment or any sponsorship that will allow him to pursue his dream.
'I will appreciate any help I can get, no contribution is too small. I train at home so equipment is needed. I also need funds for travelling and to train at a gym,' he said.
To make your contribution to the young man's dream contact 084 073 7871 or 062 705 3200.
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