Alloa Boxing Club celebrated success at the Caledonia Box Cup, taking home two golds and a silver after a weekend of competitive action.
Leon Hutchison, 17, took the top prize in the 60kg category, impressing coaches with his progress since moving up in weight.
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
In his semi-final bout, Leon took a measured approach in the first round before raising the tempo in the second, earning a standing eight count and dropping his opponent with a precise southpaw backhand.
The fighter went on to win by unanimous decision and repeated the result in the final, boxing confidently to secure the title.
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
William Boyle, also 17, claimed gold in the 65kg division.
He outpointed an experienced Irish champion in the semi-final, winning unanimously thanks to his accuracy and ring awareness.
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
William carried his form into the final, delivering a mature and dominant performance to secure Alloa's second gold medal.
Eva Hynd, 15, put in a strong showing in her final against European bronze medallist Jenna Daikey, raising her game in the later rounds.
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
Despite her best efforts, the decision went against her and she took home the silver, though the club said her display marked "a clear step forward" in her development.
Alloa boxing club competitors at the Caledonia Box Cup (Image: John Whyte)
The team is now preparing for the Eastern District Championships this weekend, with Leon, William and Eva, as well as several club-mates, set to compete.
The club is also getting ready for its home show on May 25, which will be held at Alloa Town Hall.
Tickets are still available for the event.
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