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The Michigan Golden Gloves Association, Inc
526 Broadway Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
The Michigan Golden Gloves Association, Inc. operates the M.G.G.A St. Mary's Gym in the basement of St. Mary's Activity Center at 526 Broadway N.W., Grand Rapids, with the entrance on the southwest corner of 2nd and Broadway N.W. Gym hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, while Friday through Sunday hours are scheduled by coaches. The association runs amateur boxing programs and hosts annual tournaments, including the Michigan Golden Gloves Tournament, featuring divisions for Elite Open, Elite Novice, and Matched Bout Boxers.
Coaches Larry Nicholson and Hernan Campos, along with Executive Director Dave Packer, lead the organization, which was established in 1988. The gym emphasizes self-discipline, work ethic, and youth development, aiming to build both boxing champions and good citizens. The William G. Chrisman Memorial Scholarship supports eligible boxers who are full-time students and USA Boxing members. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, the association continues Michigan's Golden Gloves tradition, first held in 1931.
Coaches Larry Nicholson and Hernan Campos, along with Executive Director Dave Packer, lead the organization, which was established in 1988. The gym emphasizes self-discipline, work ethic, and youth development, aiming to build both boxing champions and good citizens. The William G. Chrisman Memorial Scholarship supports eligible boxers who are full-time students and USA Boxing members. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, the association continues Michigan's Golden Gloves tradition, first held in 1931.
Pros
- Youth development focused
- Builds self-discipline
- Offers boxing competitions
- Scholarship opportunities available
- Emphasis on work ethic
Cons
- Negative comments about director
- Limited gym hours
- Allegations of mismanagement
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