Alloa Boxing Club celebrate success at Robert Burns Box Cup

Eva Hynd from Alloa Boxing Club became the first female 48kg Robert Burns Box Cup champion <i>(Image: Alloa Boxing Club)</i>
Eva Hynd from Alloa Boxing Club became the first female 48kg Robert Burns Box Cup champion (Image: Alloa Boxing Club)
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Alloa Boxing Club celebrated success at the inaugural Robert Burns Box Cup.

The event was held at Easterbrook Hall in Dumfries on September 20 and 21.

The tournament saw top boxing clubs from across Britain compete over two days.

Fourteen-year-old Eva Hynd represented Alloa in the girls' 48kg category.

She faced Ofe Ade, an undefeated English champion, from Billingham Boxing Club in the semi-final.

Eva dominated the match with aggressive, front-foot boxing, earning a unanimous victory.

In the final, Eva went up against Emmie Martin from Maryport ABC in England.

Buoyed by her semi-final triumph, Eva showcased her defensive skills and counter-punching, securing another unanimous win.

Eva made history as the first female 48kg Robert Burns Box Cup champion.

She adds to her impressive achievements this year, which include representing Scotland in the GB Three Nations competition in May, winning the Eastern District title, and bagging a silver medal at this year's Golden Gloves Championships.

Alloa Boxing Club's 16-year-old William Boyle competed in the youth 66kg category.

He faced John Paul Miller, a four-time box cup champion, in the final.

William exhibited exceptional boxing, landing clever counter-shots against the aggressive southpaw.

After three intense rounds, the decision went to John Paul.

Coaches expressed immense pride in both boxers for their conduct over the weekend.

Eva Hynd and Wiliam Boyle(Image: Alloa Boxing Club)

Seventeen-year-old Leon Hutchison also showcased his skills in an exhibition match at the Sparta Boxing Academy show in Falkirk.

Leon demonstrated his prowess throughout the exhibition, gaining valuable experience ahead of his next bout.

Alloa Boxing Club is rapidly gaining recognition as a home to some of the best young boxers in Britain.

The club is set to host a home show at Alloa Town Hall on October 11, where these talented young boxers will compete.

Tickets, priced at £30, are available from the boxers or the gym.

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