MEGAN'S BOY: Biography of Welsh Boxing Coach Tony Borg

Amanda Aubrey-Burden

ISBN 10: 1723712604 / ISBN 13: 9781723712609

Editore: Independently published, 2018

The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Codice articolo GOR011417370

Riassunto:

This is the long-awaited biography of Tony Borg, award-winning boxing coach whose life has been as challenging outside of the ring as it has within it. From the tough streets of Splott, Cardiff, Tony began boxing at the age of seven and enjoyed a successful amateur career that saw him fight and win in over one hundred bouts.The sudden death of his mother, Megan, when he was seventeen, saw his life change dramatically as he faced a very different world with no father and two younger sisters to look after. As he struggled to fulfil the role of parent, his dreams of boxing were beset by further tragedy that saw him finally hanging up the gloves despite a making a brave comeback.Over 25 years later he is now at the top of the game as a highly-respected coach with a stable-full of Welsh Champions that have put St. Joseph's gym in Newport well and truly on the map. Lee Selby and Gary Buckland to name just two.His is a story of hardship and hope that will resonate with all those who dare to dream and make the magic happen!

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Titolo: MEGAN'S BOY: Biography of Welsh Boxing Coach...
Casa editrice: Independently published
Data di pubblicazione: 2018
Legatura: Paperback
Condizione: Very Good