2025 National Novice Championship delivers fireworks

Jul 29, 2025 Sports

…Gloves off, Spirit boosted as young guns punch to glory at Andrew Lewis Boxing C/ship

2025 National Novice Championship delivers fireworks

Andrew Lewis Boxing gym pugilist dominating day two action.

Day two showcase several all-GDF finals.

Kaieteur Sports – The bell has rung, the scorecards are in, and the 2025 Andrew Lewis National Novice Boxing Championship wrapped up in thunderous fashion Saturday night at the National Gymnasium Arena, located on Mandela Avenue. With fists flying and dreams in tow, the tournament lived up to its billing as the crown jewel of the Guyana Boxing Association’s calendar, serving as a proving ground for the country’s next generation of ring warriors.

From the opening bell on Friday night, the action came out swinging. With gloves laced and corners ready, young bloods from gyms across the nation stepped through the ropes, ready to make their mark. The tournament spotlighted the 63.5 kg, 67 kg, 71 kg, 75 kg, and 86 kg Novice divisions, as well as fierce showdowns in the Schoolboys and Youth categories.

Representing from all corners of the country were the heavy hitters: Pace and Power Boxing Gym (PPBG), New Amsterdam Boxing Academy (NABA), Forgotten Youth Foundation (FYF), Republican Boxing Gym (RBG), Guyana Police Force (GPF), Guyana Defence Force (GDF), and Andrew Lewis Boxing Gym (ALBG), all stepping into the national spotlight with their freshest crop of hopefuls.

Friday’s card saw the GDF Boxing Gym come out swinging, going undefeated on opening night and sending a clear message, they weren’t just showing up, they were showing out. Also taking the spotlight were young contenders like Ryan Rogers, Junior Madray, and Eon Bancroft showed poise, power, and ring IQ well beyond their youth status.

Saturday night’s finals were nothing short of a slugfest. In a tightly contested GDF showdown, Terrence Barton outpointed teammate Brandon Jerrick to clinch the 67 kg title. Meanwhile, Daniel Trotman showed ruthless finishing instinct; forcing a stoppage just two minutes and 35 seconds into Round 1 after a heavy exchange left Tray McPherson unable to continue. The referee waved it off, awarding Trotman the 71 kg crown by RSC (Referee Stopped Contest).

ALBG’s young lions roared too, Simeon Haymer chopped down Emanuel Sandiford (PPBG), whose corner called it after two tough rounds. Etavius Vanderstoop edged Josh Chester in a technical three-round chess match, getting the nod via split decision. And in another electrifying Youth bout, Isaiah Nurse forced Ken Johnson to throw in the towel midway through Round 2. Nurse, compact and composed, looked every bit like a champion in the making.

Ryan Rogers dominating his opponent during the opening night of the 2025 Andrew Lewis Novice’s Boxing championship inside the Gymnasium.

GDF and FYF boxers thrilled the crowd on opening night as National Novice’s got off to exciting start.

Walkover wins and national dreams

Not all titles were decided inside the ropes, Eon Bancroft (GDF), Junior Innis (PPBG), and Adrian Adams (ALBG) walked into championship glory after opponents failed to answer the call.

Despite a few no-shows from scheduled gyms, the energy in the Gymnasium hit fever pitch. Fans cheered on every jab, hook, and body shot as the country’s rising stars fought not just for medals, but for national pride and recognition.

With the final bell now behind us, the GBA will be eyeing several standout performers for transition into higher-level amateur competition. The Andrew Lewis Novice Championship has long been the cradle of Guyana’s boxing elite, and this year, it once again proved to be fertile ground for greatness.

Guts, grit, and gloves, it was all on display as Guyana’s next generation answered the bell.

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