Mike Gibbons has DVD footage of the forthcoming opponents in the National Quarter Finals that will face City trio Callum Turner, Liam Gibbons and Jim Bob Dixon and is confident that the boys can progress in the competition.

City of Hull are expected to have a full house for their show on the 24th Feb at the New Walton Street Club later this month. With as many as 14 City boxers looking to feature the club has a full line up and is confident on a great night of boxing which will be their first show of the season.

The club has purchased a younger minibus to the one they had, the club confirmed that they have purchased a bus from the Bridlington boxing club and have consequently sold their bus to White Rose Boxing Club. The reason for which was due to the new bus having 15 seats as opposed to 12 like the old one had.

Natasha Dolan's dream of a National Title is put on hold for now as the 14 year old left the competition at the hands of arch rival Charlotte Jarvis (Bridlington) who won by Majority decision at the St Pauls gym show on Thursday. 

Congratulations to City of Hull coaches Dave Kinsley and Paul Dolan and both successfully passing their ABA Coaching Level 2 courses and therefore becoming Full ABA Coaches, Head Coach Mike Gibbons said this marks the development with in the club both in the ring and out.

Natasha Dolan is no stranger to her opponent, the two have locked horns twice previous and on both occassions Charlotte Jarvis has got the nod from the judges, even though some thought that the second time they met Dolan was unlucky not to get the decision.

George Thompson has joined City it was confirmed today. The former Hull Saints boxer met his squad mates tonight and completed his first training session. Thompson comes with a 18 bout record and is hoping to achieve great things at City.

Josh Kinsley is set for his 3rd showdown with rival Aiden Kelly at the SYD Ringside Show on December 2nd, the last time they met Kinsley boxed well and romped home to a unanimous points win a result he intends to keep and repeat in just over a weeks time.

Alex Sutton was told today by the club that he is just 1 fight away from a dream shot at the National Title, he is due to box against the Royal Navy on December 3rd in Everton and a win will secure him a place in the Final, however the bout will not be simple according to coach Mike Gibbons.

Ryan Gibbons has had his return put on hold as his bout in Everton was cancelled 2 hours ahead of the youngster making the trip to Merseyside. The reasons were that Everton Red Triangle has double matched their boy with a club that had 3 other boxers on the card and they could not afford to cancel them out.

Female Senior Chelsey Arnell felt frustrated following her points defeat to Charlen Milligan (Halifax Star) even though some felt she may have done enough to edge the decision. A promising start by the Halifax girl forced Arnell on to her back foot  in the early stages of the contest. Despite the slow start, Arnell eased herself back into things and in to contention. Pretty much having the full round to herself in the final round, Arnell was hopeful however all 3 judges saw the Milligan the winner, there was no complaints from the City camp.

City hot shot Jim Bob Dixon is said to be very focussed according his Head Coach Mike Gibbons ahead of his contest with Uhmad Ahmad (Unity). Both lads are undefeated and this bout is destined to be an explosive affair. Dixon has shown so much commitment in the gym and considered to be extremely fit and ready for this test.

Talented Liam Gibbons was let down when his opponent's coach failed to bring his card which meant his 38kg showdown did not go ahead. Gibbons was due to box Nico Leivar (Robin Hood) however Leivar camp had failed to bring his medical card which consequently meant the fight was cancelled. Gibbons was left in a state of disappointment and despite his heavy following that came to cheer him on, was having to watch the boxing from his ringside seat.

This week City of Hull trio are on the hunt for their first wins of the 2011/12 season as 2 travel to Scarborough while the other travels to the west side of the city as he features on the Kingston ABC Show.

Alex Sutton has been handed a real opportunity by his club by being entered into the Senior Novice Championships, a championship that City of Hull ABC have won back to back for the last 2 straight seasons.

A brand new batch of talented boxers are set to shine this coming season according to club sources. The gym is full of young hopefuls that will be pulling on a city shirt for the first time.

"We have plenty of young kids, both boys and girls that will enforce and enrich an already strong stable of boxers. They are all get on so well and push each other. We are really looking forward to the start of a new season"

City of Hull ABC are holding a "Fund Day" this Saturday to raise much needed funds for the club. The day will consist of a bouncy castle, jumble sale, tombola, raffle and a demonstration of mixed martial arts. One of the features of the day will be the stocks, coaches will be locked into position and boxers will be able to throw a wet sponges at them to get their own back, we are sure this will go down well.

This is only one date in a busy calender for City as they begin to step up their preparations for another successful season at the North Hull base.

The fun kicks off at 12 O'Clock and runs through to 4pm, there will be a cafe on serving the usual hot dogs and burgers and other hot snacks.

Come along and enjoy the day.

Mike Gibbons has called the boxing squad in to have a discussion around some commitment and attitudes to some boxers. Generally City Head Coach is happy with the progress however is concerned that not all of the squad is giving the pre-season training their best efforts.

"We had a cracking season last season, but this time last year we were all back training hard. There is a section of the squad that yet to be regular at training which is not how we do things at the club. We need to address this and let the small minority know that if you dont put the work in at the gym, you wont be pulling on a City kit this season." Said Gibbons.

"We dont want to sound hard on anyone, and we appreciate that sometimes things crop up. But generally we have a superb squad that is hard working and committed. I feel that this is a small case of pre-season lazyness and we need to sort it out before the first bell rings out"

Mike's concerns come ahead of a season where the club is hoping for Titles in the Schools and Seniors and potentially in the female championships also. His mirrors the opinion of his coaching team that efforts could be better if the club is to continue its succesful journey into the new 2011/12 season.

"We have champions already, thats fact. But we have the potential to win much more titles. We have a very competitive junior squad that really impressed last season. Its their turn to shine this year. Also we have some green shoots coming through elsewhere in the gym, some of these will be making their debuts. Its good times at City, we dont want to sound glum, we just need to check ourselves and a little housekeeping before embarking on what I believe will be great season".

The club can exclusively reveal our new season show dates they will be Friday 18th November 2011, Friday 24th February and Friday 27th April.

Our first 2 shows will be public open shows with our April show being a Dinner show.

Head Coach Mike Gibbons appealed to the club supporters "Lets get behind the boxers once again in these 3 exciting dates set for the Lazaats in Cottingham. We will be launching a new family priced ticket where savings can be made on the day."

It is said that the dinner shows will be a remarkable £25 per head for a 3 course dinner and of course the boxing. Only 20 tables are available and these will be snapped up early.

More information due shortly.

Top boxing coach Tony Hindley has joined City of Hull the club can confirm today. Even though it is on a part time basis, Gibbons is said to be thrilled by the appointment and is confident that his former coach will settle well into the role of boxers mentor.

Hindley will work closely with the carded boxers to help with their development by running a seperate session to build on the current technique already well in place by the coaching staff at City.

"Tony has a wealth of experience and we are thrilled to have him on board. The boxers will learn and benefit from his experience. As a squad I was hoping to run a Sunday session at the club, where we can work on technique as well as enjoy a structured training session. Tony will come in and run this session for me. Its both suitable for the club and the boxers. I can see things working out very well indeed" Said Gibbons.

Tony Hindley will take up his position in July when the pre season picks up ready for another explosive season at City.

"The club is a good club, the lads are fit, very fit. If I can help make a difference with these boxers then even better" Said Hindley.

Mike Gibbons has been voted onto the Yorkshire ABA Executive Committee for the 2011/12 season it was confirmed today. At the regions AGM today, Gibbons was named as one in a twelve named panel. The Yorkshire ABA Executive Committee are responsible for the running and management of the Yorkshire ABA, sharing ideas and developing the region in the boxing world, Mike is said to be very pleased to have made the panel.

"Its good opportunity to assist some of the regions experienced people. I hope I can bring my energy and  passion for the sport, share ideas and hopefully make a difference as well as being a voice for the clubs the committee represents" Concluded Gibbons.

City have revelaed that during May the site had over 1,000 visitors according to the sites statistics. Surfers logged onto the website to catch up on the latest gym gossip and information as well as a run down on the fixtures and results. May took the vote on the poll "Who you do you think will win, Haye V Kitchko ?" Haye fans will be delighted to hear that our British hope is scoring 2 - 1 votes against the big ukranian.

City boss Mike Gibbons said "Its good that people are following us online, we hope the website continues to be a success and we hope to build on the lines in the store too"

City of Hull ABC may be wearing new colours for the new season early reports suggest that they are binning the traditional red, white and blue strip and going for a black and amber or even gold strip. This is due to the ever increasing squad and the expensive solution of kitting kids out with a red strip and a blue kit is not cost effective.

"We have to look at this in a business way. 2 kits at £65 each equals £130 per boxer exclusing the headguard and gloves. We can kit boxers out in set colour i.e Black with a selected choice of trim for around £35 its a no brainer. However we need to pass this through the committee first. It is highly probable that the squad will have a new look to them in the new season" finished Gibbons.

Lyndon Corney has left City to return to his former club Hull Saints following a brief discussion with Head Coach Mike Gibbons. Corney who has transferred to the club in the later stages of last season has been inactive with the club and following discussions it was agreed that Corney will return to his former club immediatly.

"Obviously we are disappointed that Lyndon has not found what he was looking for at the club, but we always have maintained that if a boxer wishes to move to another club we will not stand his their way. We wish him the very best of luck" Said Gibbons.

The club has 12 new faces that want to be considered for the squad for next season which will take the squad numbers into the mid 30's, this is not including new senior boxers that are knocking at the door. Next season will see the return of the existing squad plus these new additions.

"Its a picture of where we are going as a club. Incredible numbers cram into the gym on a nightly basis, we are thrilled to have them here and some nice talen is emerging. Our junior squad will be bolstered with these new additions and we also have a superb academy that is generating new talent all the time." Said Gibbons.

CITY of Hull Amateur Boxing Club are toasting four more victories from youngsters at their club.

Competing across two shows, one in Sheffield and one in west Hull, wins came the way of Kai Gibson, Liam Gibbons, Jim Bob Dixon and Josh Kinsley.

Mike Gibbons, head coach of the club, said: "All four lads worked so well.

"My tribute to the coaches Danny Thompson, Dave Kinsley, Paul Dolan, Steve Pollard and Bob Beautyman for their commitment.

"As a unit we have proved that we are moving in the right direction."

First up, 11-year-old Gibson and 12-year-old Gibbons came away with superb wins over tough opponents from the Steel City Gym in Sheffield.

Gibson (44kg), who won on points, beat Lucky Price who was going into the contest with three wins from four.

Gibson scored well behind his jab and set up his back hand to the head in the three-round fight.

Fitness was the key and by the third round Gibson was on top and Price was on the back foot.

Gibbons (35kg) recorded his seventh win in eight bouts when he beat much-favoured Finley Hobson (Steel City).

Hobson boasted a four-win record out of six contests and started the bout the brighter.

But Gibbons settled and found his range well to take control with some fine body shots as he claimed a unanimous points win.

Dixon, 14, and 13-year-old Kinsley were both in action at the Kingston ABC show.

Dixon (49kg) was first on the bill when he faced Manchester-based Brandon Hartley (Sandygate).

Hartley was a year older and came to the fight on the back of two wins, but Dixon looked unstoppable when he found his range, sending a barrage of shots when pinning his opponent.

In a one-sided fight, Dixon's fast hands and accurate punching won him the fight on a unanimous points verdict.

Kingsley (39kg) added his third win out of four contests when he outboxed the skilful Jacob Slaten (Hunslet).

Slaten's tight defensive skills and swift footwork made this assignment for Kingsley a little awkward, but in the second round the Hull talent found his range and picked his shots well on his way to a points win.

With Thomas Arnell, Callum Turner, Ryan Gibbons, Jim Bob Dixon, Kai Gibson, Josh Kinsley, Liam Gibbons, Brandon Stead and Danny Little all winning their bouts last night, City boss Mike Gibbons was proud as punch when he said this was the seasons best perforances.

"I am so proud of absolutley everyone last night. Ryan Clarkson, Natasha Dolan and Cameron Noman dropping margional points decisions, but still gave it their everything in 3 quality performances. The other 9 boxers chalking up the wins, with Danny Little becoming the new Yorkshire Belt Champion. I am sure I am speaking for everying involved at the club, we as proud as punch to deliver a season best performance like, buzzing" smiled Gibbons.

The Hull University was the home once more for the show in another packed night of boxing. Hundreds packed into the venue to watch the City triumph in what was a spectacular show, every bout was a good contest with every boxer giving their best performances.

Full show report to follow ...

Welterweight contender Curtis Woodhouse is said to be looking forward to City of Hull's show tomorrow night and is in particular behind his friend Danny Little as the two come from Driffield. Woodhouse who is considering a shot against who expects to be the new WBO Intercontinental Champion Frankie Gavin in 8 weeks time subject to Gavin winning his fight on Saturday night.

Woodhouse will be ringside urging Danny Little on as he takes on current holder George Horner (Bridlington).

City of Hull Amateur Boxing Club could find themselves occupying a brand new, purpose built building as early as 2013 says Mike Gibbons following his early talks with Hull City Council officials.

City are close to proposing a new site (very local to its current location) where the building will boast a modern cafe, dance studio, cardio room, offices and meeting rooms, reception area as well as purpose built gym on the upper level. There is suggestion that the club will be a pavillion too, housing football and rugby teams where there will be a social club bar facility to hold functions.

Mike Gibbons did state that plans are in the early stages as funding bids are still to be written however, the political side which is normally the stumbling block in these things seem to be in full favour of the development.

"We have a funding partner working with City of Hull Sport & Community Group which is the company that manages the current base for City, we are aiming for £500,000.00 to build the development, we have a Architect working with us based on a no win no fee basis. We have gone over the ideas and spoken to Building Schools for the Future (BFS) who's land our development involves and it has been met with enthusiasm, also the council appears to be in full support given the past work City of Hull Sport & Community Group has done in its current building" Said Gibbons.

"We are very positive we expect talks to develop over the coming weeks, we have our deadlines to fall into but I am very confident we have the right team here to make this work and North Hull Area can have a superb facility as well as City of Hull ABC having a very nice head quarters."

More on this story as it comes available.

Featherweight prospect Alex Sutton has been ruled out for the rest of the season the club revealed last night, following the teenager coming down with Tonsilitus, this puts paid to the bout tomorrow night where Sutton was on collision course with Bridlington featherweight star Tom Wray.

Sutton is said to be devistated by the illness but concedes there is no way he could of competed with it. His coach told us "He is gutted he wont feature, I think this is the first time Alex has not competed on a City of Hull show and naturally every boxer wants to be in the squad, but this is the situation we find ourselves in, he will rest up now and be back ahead of a busy season next season!"

Former West Hull, Hull Saints and currently St Pauls Senior Ashley Rosenberg has joined City of Hull ABC it was revealed from the club today. The light middleweight joins the club with a 50/50 record 15 wins from 30 contests and is eyeing up a debut for the club as soon as possible.

"Ash is a grafter. He loves his training, I had the pleasure to work with him back in our Hull Saints days, then when I left to set up City, he moved to St Pauls which suprised me as he had some good training and sparring partners at Saints and if he did want to move then we had one or two options at City. Since then though our senior squad has increased again with Danny Little, Jamie Day and Jonny Kershaw not to mention the up and coming lads too so Ash is in good company. We are suprised he has chosen to leave St Pauls as it is a great club, while at the same time we are thrilled he has joined us" Said Gibbons.

Josh Kinsley was in explosive form away from home when he made the trip to Crewe last night and coming away with an impressive display that earned him all 3 judges nods by winning a unanimous points decision over Reece Gilbert (Five Towns).

The gutsy little boxer in Gilbert was prepared to come forward however the height and reach of Kinsley was a bit too much come the final exchanges, Kinsley boxed text book and to instruction and picked up the points with out getting too involved. Also on the bill was Chelsey Arnell who made City history for being the first club female Senior boxer to compete.

Full Story coming soon in the April Tab

Tom Arnell has ducked no one in his weight catagory, and his recent showdown with Jake Smith (Highfields) had everything you come to expect with Tom Arnell, drama, fitness, determination. Although it was the Highfields boxer that got the nod from the judges, Arnell's display was of a high level which impressed on lookers including Star Class world renowned referee Howard Foster.

It was an emphatic contest that had the ups and downs for both boxers, a real crowd pleaser. Full story to follow in the April tab.

City of Hull ABC young up and coming star Liam Gibbons has chalked up his 4th straight win (5 in total) with a superb performance over Birtley ABC Joe McKenzie in their 35kg showdown at the Hetton Town show near Sunderland.

Despite McKenzie holding and spoiling Gibbons in his work, the City of Hull youngster was able to score his shots and pick up the vital points in a fight that finished on a close Majority points decision to Gibbons. Also on the bill was Kai Gibson who felt his bout was prematurely stopped in the second round, also Natasha Dolan who was edged out on points against Rachel Stephenson.

Full report to follow on the April news tab...

City of Hull have revealed that the club and top restaurant and hotel Lazaat in Cottingham are very close to signing off a sponsorship package and will secure the 2011/12 season venues which will once again raise the bar on the quality shows City are becoming renowned for hosting.

Senior Managment from the exclusive restaurant and City of Hull Officials have been locked in talks are close to agreeing terms, it is believed the deal will be finalised tomorrow (Wednesday 13th April).

Mike Gibbons revealed he is delighted to bring a premiership name to the club and it will be a glitzy venue to host future City shows.

"Lazaat Management wish for an exclusive deal with City. They want us to host all our shows next season at their venue. This of course means that they will be offering us a competitive package when it comes venue hire and catering costs. We still have to iron out the finer details but both parties are confident a deal will be struck tomorrow afternoon"

Lazaat Restaurant Bar & Hotel is situated to the back of Cottingham, the luxeriously furnished venue is well known for its world class cuisine and quality function suites. City are thrilled they are close to working in partnership with them.

"They are premiership quality. Their menu is not competing in the discounted market place, they are in the top league of major restaurants. Not to suggest they are over priced however their cuisine reflects the expert specialised field for which they work, they are not your beef eater style restaurant. A special venue for the more deserning customer. We are thilled to be working with them in the future providing business is tied up tomorrow" smiled Gibbons.

More on this story as it is revealed from the club tomorrow can be found on the April tab for news. In the meantime why not visit the Lazaat website http://www.lazaat.com/ if you choose to try it out please remember to mention us.

Talented James Dixon has been given the nod for the medical the club exclusively revealed today. Dixon the younger brother to City senior boxer Lyndon Corney is set for his medical with Official club doctor Dr Dan Roper - Springhead Medical Centre next monday, subject to all being ok with James he will join the list of elite names that will be up for matching for the show come May 20th.

"This means the world to me" Said Dixon.

"Jim bob has worked hard since returning to us. He deserves this chance, he is a good lad and I fancy him to do very well for himself" said coach Mike Gibbons.

Danny Thompson and Bob Beautyman have both completed their level 2 badges thus becoming fully qualified amateur boxing coaches. Both have served the club tirelessly over the last 2 years since passing their level 1 badges and Mike Gibbons was delighted about the duo's recent success.


"It is s benchmark for where we are going and developing as a club. Both lads have had to learn their trade as a coach from scratch more so Bob than Danny, but they have picked alot up over the last couple of years and developed as coaches. Their time and efforts have been truly rewarded and the club was happy to re-invest in them to give them an opportunity to move up again and we will continue to do so."

"I am buzzing for the pair of them" he finished.

Natasha Dolan and Kai Gibson both lost thier bouts on the Bridlington CYP show last week. Despite the loss both boxers a busy back in the gym in preparation to their next contest which for Kai Gibson it is the 8th April on the East Hull ABC show and for Natasha it will be the 21st April when she travels upto Hetton Town in the North East.

Both boxers were beaten on points Head Coach Mike Gibbons commented on the bouts.

"Natasha struggled to get started to be honest. She was not her usual self, we feel that the large home support her opponent played a key factor as well as the Bridlington Spa itself played a key role in the nerves getting to her. Its good experience and she will be back when she faces a return against Rachel Stephenson (Hetton Town) next month"

"Kai had it difficult in many ways, his first bout away from home against an unknown lad who was not only a southpaw but a very skillful spoiler that closed Kai down and didnt give him chance to work. A difficult night for him but again like Natasha it was good experience"

Long serving City of Hull ABC coaches Bob Beautyman and Danny Thompson are both just 2 days away from securing their level 2 coaching badges. The duo joined the coaching squad back in 2009 and have given their time voluntary for the benefit of the boxers.

Head Coach Mike Gibbons is thrilled the two are getting their just rewards.

"Both of them are quality coaches and I am delighted they have been given this opportunity to develop. We at the club work on development which is not always the boxers in the ring, we are building a club here, a strong club that has a bright future and its thanks to the likes of these two excellent coaches efforts why we can re-invest in their development."