FEBUARY 06
Feb 06 Show - Alford Hall Warrington
Bridgefoot ABC gave an awesome display of boxing to a SELL OUT crowd.
The crowd had the pleasure of meeting Jamie Moore British Light Middleweight Champion and John Murray. World boxing council Youth Champion, both boxers brought along there championship belts. They also signed and posed for photographs.
Bridgefoot boxer Michael Williams was awarded boxer of the evening, with a fantastic display against Luke Brown. Michael had a very hard contest from start to finish, boxing a very tight counter fight, giving away weight and experience in a well deserved win.
Declan West also gave a top performance of skill and dexterity in his bout against Oliver Tipton, Sefton ABC. Declan's high work rate against this tough opponent gave him the win.
Simon Bacon also gave us a very skilled bout, pressuring Ian Power, Preston & Fulwood ABC from start to finish. He bombarded Power with combinations of well picked shots, connecting everytime. Bacon won by unanimous decision.
Another awesome display was from Lee Ward, Wards hand speed and combinations were a force to be reckoned with. Both boxers were throwing an excellent array of shots. Ward giving away a lot of experience to Roberts lost on a point's decision.
The Shock decision of the night was the fight of Nathan Wheatley and Jordan Powell of Newbury & Farnworth ABC. The close contest seemed to show more of Wheatley's shots connecting, but the decision went to Powell.
Another Split decison was Bridgefoots P. Farrington against Pheonix ABC George Evans.
The Super Heavy Weights boxers gave an awesome display with Farrington fighting for the first time in 2.5yrs it was a nail biting fight with the decision going to Evans.
2 bridgefoot debut contests were held with Danny Craven and Adam Gifford, both of them lost very close contests.
The night Raised £400.00 which was donated to Green Lane Special school which Bridgefoot coaches Derek and Amanda Groakes son Harvey attends.
Bridgefoot boxer Michael Williams was awarded boxer of the evening, with a fantastic display against Luke Brown. Michael had a very hard contest from start to finish, boxing a very tight counter fight, giving away weight and experience in a well deserved win.
Declan West also gave a top performance of skill and dexterity in his bout against Oliver Tipton, Sefton ABC. Declan's high work rate against this tough opponent gave him the win.
Simon Bacon also gave us a very skilled bout, pressuring Ian Power, Preston & Fulwood ABC from start to finish. He bombarded Power with combinations of well picked shots, connecting everytime. Bacon won by unanimous decision.
Another awesome display was from Lee Ward, Wards hand speed and combinations were a force to be reckoned with. Both boxers were throwing an excellent array of shots. Ward giving away a lot of experience to Roberts lost on a point's decision.
The Shock decision of the night was the fight of Nathan Wheatley and Jordan Powell of Newbury & Farnworth ABC. The close contest seemed to show more of Wheatley's shots connecting, but the decision went to Powell.
Another Split decison was Bridgefoots P. Farrington against Pheonix ABC George Evans.
The Super Heavy Weights boxers gave an awesome display with Farrington fighting for the first time in 2.5yrs it was a nail biting fight with the decision going to Evans.
2 bridgefoot debut contests were held with Danny Craven and Adam Gifford, both of them lost very close contests.
The night Raised £400.00 which was donated to Green Lane Special school which Bridgefoot coaches Derek and Amanda Groakes son Harvey attends.
Potter four wins from five fights
February 23rd 2006 Police Senior light welterweight boxer Danny Potter kept to his winning ways by out pointing Bredbury & Stockport's, S. Ramwell at Penketh Conservative Club on Thursday 23rd February 2006. Ramwell was a very strong small stocky fighter who took the fight to Potter. But Potter used his reach advantage and kept Ramwell on the end of his jab. Danny used the ring well not getting drawn into a toe-to-toe fight which would have suited his opponent better. Potter kept composed and took a comfortable clear points victory.
On the same bill schoolboy boxer Danny Craven boxed very well taking the contest to his opponent Wade Barrick of Newbury & Farnworth club. Barrick put up a good fight but could not keep up with the constant pressure from young Craven bombarding Barrick with head and body shots earning Danny a well deserved win. Danny is Bridgefoot ABC's newest fighter to get medicated and has worked very hard and shown a lot of dedication in such a short time. Good lad Danny, keep up the hard work!!
MARCH 06
On the same bill schoolboy boxer Danny Craven boxed very well taking the contest to his opponent Wade Barrick of Newbury & Farnworth club. Barrick put up a good fight but could not keep up with the constant pressure from young Craven bombarding Barrick with head and body shots earning Danny a well deserved win. Danny is Bridgefoot ABC's newest fighter to get medicated and has worked very hard and shown a lot of dedication in such a short time. Good lad Danny, keep up the hard work!!
MARCH 06
Friday 24th March 06 Bridgefoot Police ABC were back in action on another Audley Police show , held at King Georges Hall Blackburn. Michael Williams original opponent pulled out with a broken hand so he had a return fight with local boxer Shakeeb Ali. Williams who was in devastating form from the first bell taking a very one sided decision. Willliams was on fire from the first bell and is improving every time he steps in the ring.
On the same bill another Bridgefoot ABC boxer who is improving all the time Junior light welterweight Nathan Wheatley against Arrow ABC's Tom Spicer. Another very strong and aggressive boxer who gives 110%.This was another really hard fought contest with both boxers giving and taking a lot of punishment. At the end of the contest the referee commented on how hard both boys fought which made a really good contest. Wheatley did very well but has got a lot more to offer. Spicer took a very close points decision. Good hard contest boys.
On the same bill another Bridgefoot ABC boxer who is improving all the time Junior light welterweight Nathan Wheatley against Arrow ABC's Tom Spicer. Another very strong and aggressive boxer who gives 110%.This was another really hard fought contest with both boxers giving and taking a lot of punishment. At the end of the contest the referee commented on how hard both boys fought which made a really good contest. Wheatley did very well but has got a lot more to offer. Spicer took a very close points decision. Good hard contest boys.
Lee Ward Takes NorthWest Counties Title
Bridgefoot ABC Junior boxer Lee Ward notched up his most impressive win todate, taking the NorthWest Counties A.B.A title at 48kg, He was facing Broadshaw ABC Sam Varley. Varley former schoolboy champion with a record of 34 contests and 23 wins, beat Ward in the same contest last season. This time Ward was not phased hitting his southpaw opponent Varley with some heavy right hand lead followed by a left hook. Going into the last round Ward was 7-1 up. Ward just moved around the ring in the last round , not taking any chances. He came out a comfortable winner. He faces his next opponent at Everton Park in the National Quarter Final.
APRIL 06
Saturday 8th April Lee Ward was in action at the National Quater Finals. He beat his opponent John Price of Lions ABC, the midlands Junior A.B.A champion. This was another outstanding performance by Ward, as Price beat Ward in the National Golden Belt in 2004
Saturday 22nd April. Jordan West was in action for Bridgefoot ABC West fought a return contest against John Dring Gemini ABC. The boys last fight was Dec 2005 with Dring taking a contraversial decision. This time West was taking no chances stopping Dring in the last round, with the referee stopping the fight to save Dring more punishment. Also in action was another Bridgefoot boxer Rhys Yates, he was also in devastating form. Stopping his opponent Martin O'Riordon of mottram & Hatterley ABCin the first 30 seconds of the first round.
MAY 06
Saturday 22nd April. Jordan West was in action for Bridgefoot ABC West fought a return contest against John Dring Gemini ABC. The boys last fight was Dec 2005 with Dring taking a contraversial decision. This time West was taking no chances stopping Dring in the last round, with the referee stopping the fight to save Dring more punishment. Also in action was another Bridgefoot boxer Rhys Yates, he was also in devastating form. Stopping his opponent Martin O'Riordon of mottram & Hatterley ABCin the first 30 seconds of the first round.
MAY 06
May 12th 06 Bridgefoot ABC stage their 2nd show of the season.
The show got underway after a presentation to Lee Ward who won the Junior ABA title. He was awarded a trophy to go with the certificate he was awarded on the day. A raffle was also held which raised £220 For Derek and Amandas sons School, Green Lane Special School.
The show had 14 contests, with only 2 Bridgefoot boxers on the bill, due to illness and opponents dropping out. Its always a nightmare trying to match up a show, every effort is made to get as many of the clubs own boxers a contest.
First up was Danny Potter who will be in his final season next season, ABA rules dictate retirement at the age of 34. Danny was up against Nichols Police prospect Danny Randall. Both guys gave it their all, with Randall winning the first 2 rounds and Potter coming back in the 3rd. It wasn't enough for Potter to win and Randall won on a point's decision.
Danny Craven had a return contest against Lloyd Riding; the boys fought 2 weeks previous in Burnley. Craven had to use the ring well and keep on his toes as Riding is a very strong puncher with both hands and Riding wanted to stop Craven. Craven caught Riding with some excellent left right combinations stopping Riding in his tracks. Riding also caught Craven with some good shots; both boys gave it their all. In the 2nd round Riding put Craven under a lot of pressure for about 20 seconds. Craven then got his composure and started to come back, catching Riding with some very accurate shots. Referee Mick Jones had to give Riding a standing count in the 2nd round, as he couldn't breathe properly, Riding also started to be sick. The contest was given to Craven as Riding could not continue.
We also had a very good ladies contest with Lauren Wilson of Rotunda against Chantelle Walker of Handsworth ABC. Walker came out throwing some awesome combinations which Wilson took well. In the 2nd round Wilson came back with some very strong shots and pressured Walker to the end. After 3 hard rounds and an excellent display Wilson was awarded the contest. Both Ladies had the crowd behind them congratulating them on one of the best bouts of the evening.
The rest of the results
C Samson of Steel City beat M Lyons of Warrington on points
C Adamson of Arrow beat L Gaskell of Leigh on points
C Aston Skelmersdale beat B Caldercott of Nichols Police on points
K Burch of Red Triangle beat D Conner Nichols Police on points
C Quinn of Everton Red Triangle beat S Owen Caernarfon on points
J Singh of Old Trafford beat G Hadi Dynamics on points
D Ellison Wigan beat A Gonzalez Olympic on points
J Molloy Wigan beat L Gambles Droylesden RSC 2nd Round
L Vaughan of transport beat R Sutton Preston & Fulwood on points
J Campbell Sandygate beat R Dixon Droylesden on points
R Vaughan of Transport beat N Taylor Warrington RSC 1st round
The show had 14 contests, with only 2 Bridgefoot boxers on the bill, due to illness and opponents dropping out. Its always a nightmare trying to match up a show, every effort is made to get as many of the clubs own boxers a contest.
First up was Danny Potter who will be in his final season next season, ABA rules dictate retirement at the age of 34. Danny was up against Nichols Police prospect Danny Randall. Both guys gave it their all, with Randall winning the first 2 rounds and Potter coming back in the 3rd. It wasn't enough for Potter to win and Randall won on a point's decision.
Danny Craven had a return contest against Lloyd Riding; the boys fought 2 weeks previous in Burnley. Craven had to use the ring well and keep on his toes as Riding is a very strong puncher with both hands and Riding wanted to stop Craven. Craven caught Riding with some excellent left right combinations stopping Riding in his tracks. Riding also caught Craven with some good shots; both boys gave it their all. In the 2nd round Riding put Craven under a lot of pressure for about 20 seconds. Craven then got his composure and started to come back, catching Riding with some very accurate shots. Referee Mick Jones had to give Riding a standing count in the 2nd round, as he couldn't breathe properly, Riding also started to be sick. The contest was given to Craven as Riding could not continue.
We also had a very good ladies contest with Lauren Wilson of Rotunda against Chantelle Walker of Handsworth ABC. Walker came out throwing some awesome combinations which Wilson took well. In the 2nd round Wilson came back with some very strong shots and pressured Walker to the end. After 3 hard rounds and an excellent display Wilson was awarded the contest. Both Ladies had the crowd behind them congratulating them on one of the best bouts of the evening.
The rest of the results
C Samson of Steel City beat M Lyons of Warrington on points
C Adamson of Arrow beat L Gaskell of Leigh on points
C Aston Skelmersdale beat B Caldercott of Nichols Police on points
K Burch of Red Triangle beat D Conner Nichols Police on points
C Quinn of Everton Red Triangle beat S Owen Caernarfon on points
J Singh of Old Trafford beat G Hadi Dynamics on points
D Ellison Wigan beat A Gonzalez Olympic on points
J Molloy Wigan beat L Gambles Droylesden RSC 2nd Round
L Vaughan of transport beat R Sutton Preston & Fulwood on points
J Campbell Sandygate beat R Dixon Droylesden on points
R Vaughan of Transport beat N Taylor Warrington RSC 1st round
Lee Ward Junior ABA Champion
Bridgefoot ABC hot prospect Lee Ward was in fine form on Saturday 6th May. Ward was crowned 48kg Junior ABA champion, after stopping his opponent Danny Perry in the 3rd round. Both were up for the fight and came out very aggressive, but Perry kept holding Wards hands, which stopped ward getting his composure. The first round was scrappy. Ward took the first round 5-2.
Ward had the measure of his opponent in the 2nd round, catching Perry with some nice left hooks and a few right uppercuts which rocked Perry's head back. By the end of the 2nd round Ward was getting to Perry, who also got a public warning for holding.
In round 3 Ward was on fire leading 15-4, every punch he threw rocked Perry. Ward gave Perry 1 standing count in the 2nd round and 2 in the 3rd round. The Referee then stopped the fight to save Perry anymore punishment.
14 yr old Jordan West was in action, he boxed a very awkward Jordan Killen from Larches & Savick, Preston. West took a points decision at the Preston & Fulwood show.
Danny Craven was up against it in Burnley. He fought L.Riding from Sandygate ABC. Craven boxed out of his skin moving all the time, giving Riding no chance of landing his powerful shots. Craven did exactly as he was told, kept to his fight plan and won a points decision.
Ward had the measure of his opponent in the 2nd round, catching Perry with some nice left hooks and a few right uppercuts which rocked Perry's head back. By the end of the 2nd round Ward was getting to Perry, who also got a public warning for holding.
In round 3 Ward was on fire leading 15-4, every punch he threw rocked Perry. Ward gave Perry 1 standing count in the 2nd round and 2 in the 3rd round. The Referee then stopped the fight to save Perry anymore punishment.
14 yr old Jordan West was in action, he boxed a very awkward Jordan Killen from Larches & Savick, Preston. West took a points decision at the Preston & Fulwood show.
Danny Craven was up against it in Burnley. He fought L.Riding from Sandygate ABC. Craven boxed out of his skin moving all the time, giving Riding no chance of landing his powerful shots. Craven did exactly as he was told, kept to his fight plan and won a points decision.
JUNE 06
Four Nations Silver for Lee Ward
Lee Ward had his first England International call up in The Four Nations Junior Championships. In The Olympia, Liverpool on Saturday 24th June. Lee boxed in a straight final.
Lee's opponent was the very experienced and talented John Joe Nevin, an Ireland International, who's Local Club, is Caven of Mulligar, Southern Ireland. Nevin, with a record of Seven National Titlies, Two Four Nation Gold's and a Four Nations Silver, which is very impressive for a seventeen year old boy.
Lee boxed well but still has a lot more to offer. After an excellent season, winning the Junior ABA Title, after only his twentieth contest, Lee did not fight to his potential. John Joe did not have it all his own way, having to work hard to keep away from some of Lee's attacks.Lee had the most success in the first round catching John Joe with some good left jabs and a couple of body shots, Ward was ahead after the first round.
John Joe was a very good Counter boxer, who caught Ward with some good shots in the later rounds, by not get involved with Ward and using his International experience to keep out of trouble. John Joe still got caught with some good shots from Ward.
The final score was 19 points to 7, at the final bell giving Nevin, a clear point's win on paper, but not a true picture of the Final Result. Ward was disappointed at losing the contest and can do a lot better.
It was also difficult for Lee, having someone in his corner who he has never met before, also for the
England Coach who had never worked with Lee Ward.
Good Luck to Lee for the future, but what a season. Junior ABA Champion, Four Nations Silver Medallist
and his first England call up in only his third season.
Bridgefoot coaches Amanda and Derek Groarke congratulated Lee and the rest of the Bridgefoot boxers on an excellent season.
Lee's opponent was the very experienced and talented John Joe Nevin, an Ireland International, who's Local Club, is Caven of Mulligar, Southern Ireland. Nevin, with a record of Seven National Titlies, Two Four Nation Gold's and a Four Nations Silver, which is very impressive for a seventeen year old boy.
Lee boxed well but still has a lot more to offer. After an excellent season, winning the Junior ABA Title, after only his twentieth contest, Lee did not fight to his potential. John Joe did not have it all his own way, having to work hard to keep away from some of Lee's attacks.Lee had the most success in the first round catching John Joe with some good left jabs and a couple of body shots, Ward was ahead after the first round.
John Joe was a very good Counter boxer, who caught Ward with some good shots in the later rounds, by not get involved with Ward and using his International experience to keep out of trouble. John Joe still got caught with some good shots from Ward.
The final score was 19 points to 7, at the final bell giving Nevin, a clear point's win on paper, but not a true picture of the Final Result. Ward was disappointed at losing the contest and can do a lot better.
It was also difficult for Lee, having someone in his corner who he has never met before, also for the
England Coach who had never worked with Lee Ward.
Good Luck to Lee for the future, but what a season. Junior ABA Champion, Four Nations Silver Medallist
and his first England call up in only his third season.
Bridgefoot coaches Amanda and Derek Groarke congratulated Lee and the rest of the Bridgefoot boxers on an excellent season.
