Tsakani- Bigger Walker Boxing Club has its doors open for aspiring female boxers.
Charles ‘Bigger Walker’ Mtshali, coach and founder of the club, believes that there is undiscovered boxing talent among girls in his community and he wants to help unleash it.
“I want them to come and try it out, and I am sure that a lot of them will stay.
The club has six female boxers already, ranging from eight to 19 years old.
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Khanyisile ‘Gettaway’ Silinga (19) only joined the club in March, but she is already hooked.
“I like sport so much.
“I used to play cricket.?And one day I just thought I should give boxing a try.
“So far she has had no fights.
“She is so advanced, I am really impressed with her performance,” says Bigger Walker.
“I will be really happy to be in the ring and compete.
“I will make sure that I win.
“I have learned that if I put in the work and be determined I will see results.
“I can achieve anything,” adds Gettaway.
The club had to cancel a tournament in April due to the national lock down.
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Eight-year-old Sesi Mohlala says her parents encouraged her to join the club and train.
“I never felt that it was hard.
“I just enjoy it,” she says.
Nompumelelo Mohlala (12) says she joined the club after one of her friends told her about it.
“In the beginning I thought it would be difficult but the more I do it the easier it gets.
“I want to turn ‘pro’ and be famous.
“I would encourage other girls to join.
“This can be a great opportunity to be successful!”
Mtshali says parents are welcome to call him on 073 0429 3876 if their children wish to join the club.
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