Tanauan Boxing Association - TABOA

Still high hopes for Angel Joshua Navallasca Paña (Angelo Paña), our lone Region 8 boxer-athlete from Ormoc City fighting for Gold medal tomorrow at the Palarong Pambansa in Cebu City.

Just a quick boxing trivia who bagged Gold in our Region:
1983 - Nelson Facturanan (Facturanan C. Nelson) - https://www.facebook.com/nelsoncielofacturanan71866
2006 - Jonhriel Casimero - https://www.facebook.com/johnriel.casimero.37
2018 - Caasi Salvador - https://www.facebook.com/isaac.salvador.372

The boxing sports and our community with Tanauan Boxing Association - TABOA is one with AJ as he brings pride and honor to our Region. Win or lose, we are proud of your representation and thank you for your example and inspiration to our boxing teams in the Eastern Visayas area.

May the force and odds be with you, and you all have our prayers and wishes of support AJ - https://www.facebook.com/angeljoshua.pana

We will be sending our best and fine boxers to this event in Maasin City for the Southern Leyte Provincehood 64th Anniversary. We are thankful for the usual support of our town Mayor Hon. Ma. Gina E. Merilo and the Tanauan Sangguniang Bayan Members.

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SUMMER BOXING CLINIC

This is open to ages 10-15 years old only, starting June 15 up to July 31, 2024 at the TABOA Boxing Gym located at the Barangay Licod Evacuation Center.

For more information, look for Head Coach-Trainer, Emmanuel “Manly” Abando Minguel.

Congrats to our EVRAA Silver medalist, Sam Canciller and to our TABOA trainers and coaches! Way to go!

Congats to our very own TABOA boxer, Sam Canciller!

Our town, Better & Brighter Tanauan is very proud of your well-deserved Silver medal feat at the EVRAA in Ormoc City!

Way to go!

AMATEUR BOXING IN THE PHILIPPINES

Amateur boxing occupies a distinctive place in Philippine sporting culture, not only as an exciting spectator sport but also as an entryway into professional competition and following in the footsteps of iconic boxers like Manny Pacquiao.

Amateur boxing in the Philippines is defined by strong community support and grassroots involvement, with boxing gyms common both urban and rural settings alike like the Tanauan Boxing Association - TABOA. More than just training grounds, these gyms serve as community centers where young hopefuls learn discipline and perseverance through this sport and most often than not, coaches and trainers are doing this pro bono just for the love of the boxing sports.

Amateur boxing in the Philippines is heavily supported by local government units and various sports commissions, who host tournaments and provide funding that enable talent identification from all socioeconomic backgrounds to thrive and expand this sport's popularity while guaranteeing a constant supply of talent to enter. However, in most cases, boxing is not that well-supported and funded in the Philippines unlike basketball and volleyball sports.

Philippine amateur boxing's greatest asset lies in its extensive network of experienced coaches and former boxers dedicated to mentoring the next generation doing it on their free time. Mentorship plays an essential role in such a physically taxing sport as boxing where physical strength must be balanced with mental toughness and strategic acumen.

Boxing poses several unique obstacles; one being limited access to world-class facilities and equipment in less affluent communities. Talent may abound but lacking resources may stymie development for young boxers. Furthermore, more structured national programs should be established in order to streamline talent identification and development processes.

Even in spite of these obstacles, amateur boxing in the Philippines remains positive. Filipino boxers' success on international stages has created increased enthusiasm for the sport in its homeland. By continuing investments and working to overcome existing barriers, Philippines could strengthen its standing as an amateur powerhouse within Asia.

Amateur boxing in the Philippines is an exciting and dynamic sport with immense potential for even greater achievements. Its community-centric approach, combined with resilient athletes' dedication and perseverance is what ensures its success, while strategic enhancements and sustained support provide endless possibilities.