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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 2009-11-25, Page 27Sports Entertainment Birth & Death Notices Church News Sports Editor • Gerard Creces ernail:gsssports@bowesnet.com Wednesday, November 25, 2009 on-line: www.goderichsignalstar.com Lakeview boxers net silver and gold at Summerhays Gerard_Careasts_ signal -star staff The fighters from Lakeview Boxing Club are settling into November after a gold and silver medal showing at Brantford's annual Summerhays Tour- nament in mid-October. Called. "a strong opponent who im- proves each time she boxes" by the Ontario Boxing Association, Natalie Grguric continues to lead the Lakev- iew team in victory. Grguric won a unanimous decision to take gold after a bout against an op- ponent who towered over the petite lo- cal fighter. "Nat came out scared," said coach and trainer Kirk Killam. "But she showed some pressure. She put her head down and started throwing bombs." Her explosive performance netted her the win "unanimously and distinc- tively," Killam said. After gaining the featherweight championship, Grgu- ric went looking for more in the next weight class. However, the match against Amanda Beaudin of Hamilton saw a split deci- sion in her opponent's favour. Meanwhile, Alex Vodden has been developing steadily with his boxing and worked hisway to a silver medal finish at Summerhays. "He was up against a really good fighter from Guelph," Killam said. "It was a very good fight. Perfectly matched." Both boys were timid coming off the opening bell, Killam said, however by round two the nerves disappeared and a proper brawl ensued. Killam said Vodden continues to show promise in the ring, due in no small part to his incredible commit- ment. "Alex is a rare find," Killam said. "He could go places if he sticks with it." Meanwhile, Killam's own shot in the ring would have to wait, as he got some good news of his own. "I didn't get to go to the fight," he laughed. "I got a phone call that my wife was in labour." A healthy baby girl later, and Kil- lam is ready to show Goderich how far Lakeview Boxing has come in the past year. The club has moved from their East Street location in Total Fitness to the gymnasium at Victoria Public School for weeknight training, and Killam said new faces are always welcc ne to come out. On Saturday, November 28, Lakev- iew will be taking their show on the Photo by Gerard Creces Above, Lakeview Boxing coach Kirk Killam (left) spars with student Steve Goodson at the club's new location in Victoria school. Below, Greg Schill goes one-on-one with the heavy bag. road to the Suncoast Mall, where Kil- lam and Co. will educate and entertain the crowd with live training and spar- ring. The day runs 10-4, with live boxing demonstrations starting at noon. "It's just about getting awareness out there," Killam said. "It's not just fighting. We teach nutrition, healthy choices... there is no negativity." Local merchants will also be show- ing their support for Lakeview, with a number of items donated for a silent auction. All proceeds go to Lakeview Box- ing, and Killam said the community's generosity will go a long way to keep- ing a roof over their heads and gloves on their hands. Named after the famed Canadian boxing brothers, the Summerhays tournament saw more than 70 boxers and 10 different clubs enter the ring. For more information on Lakeview Boxing Club, contact Killam at 519- 524-1449. 19- 524-1449.