The Sierra Leone Boxing Association (SLBA) is gearing up for an thrilling showdown because it broadcasts the upcoming East vs West Boxing Championship, scheduled for October 26, 2024, in jap Freetown.
This extremely anticipated occasion will see British boxers Liam Smyth, referred to as “Ginge,” and Perry-Lee Atkinson from Birmingham sq. off in opposition to Sierra Leonean fighters Alusine Mansaray, affectionately known as “Tommy Lee,” and Abu Bakar Katta, nicknamed “Target.”
During a latest assembly with the National Sports Authority (NSA), SLBA Secretary General Alhaji Komba expressed his enthusiasm for the championship, constructing on the momentum generated from the boxers’ earlier encounter earlier this 12 months, which captivated native audiences.
The SLBA goals to harness this pleasure to foster a deeper appreciation for boxing in Sierra Leone whereas selling grassroots improvement within the sport.
Komba additionally highlighted Sierra Leone’s dedication to worldwide boxing, noting that each Mansaray and Katta are at present coaching in Kinshasa for the African Boxing Championship.
Additionally, three younger Sierra Leonean boxers are set to compete on the World Youth Championship in Montenegro, showcasing the nation’s rising expertise on the worldwide stage.
The upcoming championship isn’t just a sporting occasion however a platform for strengthening ties between Sierra Leone and the UK, as emphasised by Smyth. He expressed gratitude to the SLBA for his or her hospitality, remarking that such collaborations are instrumental in attracting British residents to go to Sierra Leone.
Smyth believes these partnerships foster sporting excellence and supply native youth with constructive alternatives, steering them away from adverse influences like crime.
Saffa Abdulai, Executive Director of the NSA, recommended the SLBA for its dedication to enhancing Sierra Leone’s boxing profile internationally. He pressured the significance of ongoing partnerships between the UK and Sierra Leone in creating alternatives for athletes and sports activities directors.
Abdulai additionally expressed pleasure for the upcoming native and worldwide competitions, underscoring their position in nurturing younger expertise and selling a vibrant sporting tradition in Sierra Leone.
As the East vs West Boxing Championship approaches, anticipation is constructing amongst followers and athletes alike, promising an exhilarating showcase of boxing expertise that may undoubtedly elevate the game’s standing in Sierra Leone.
