Australian Boxer Cooper O’Connell Set for Gold at World U19 Championships

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In an exciting turn of events, Australian boxer Cooper O’Connell has made it to the finals of the World U19 Boxing Championships taking place in Colorado this week. The promising young athlete is set to compete in the gold medal match on Sunday (Australian time), a testament to his hard work and dedication over the past few years.Cooper is under the expert guidance of coach Gareth Williams at The Boxing Shop in Brisbane. Over the last two years, he has demonstrated remarkable growth, both in his skills and his mindset. “We have spoken for a few months about winning the gold medal, and now it’s within touching distance,” Williams said, reflecting on the journey that has led them to this pivotal moment.In preparation for this prestigious event, Cooper has engaged in sparring sessions with some of the best in the sport, including Olympians Shannan Davey and Olympic Bronze Medalist Charlie Senior. This high-level training has equipped him with the experience and confidence necessary to excel on the world stage. His preparation has been nothing short of exemplary, allowing him to hone his abilities against top-quality professionals leading up to the championship.This year has not been without its challenges for Cooper. Earlier in the year, he faced a significant setback when he had to recover from a shoulder reconstruction. After losing his fight at the Queensland titles, he showed immense resilience, bouncing back with rapid improvements that have led him to this gold medal opportunity. Now, Cooper stands on the brink of becoming the world number one boxer in the 65kg division for under 19s.The community surrounding Cooper has rallied behind him, with immense support from sponsors and fans who helped him raise the funds necessary for this journey. Their belief in his talent and potential has played a crucial role in enabling him to compete at such a high level.As Cooper prepares to step into the ring for the final, the entire Australian boxing community is filled with pride and anticipation. Regardless of the outcome, his journey serves as an inspiration, demonstrating what can be achieved with hard work, determination, and support. We wish Cooper O’Connell the best of luck in his pursuit of gold in Colorado!

Cooper O'Connell aims for Gold at u19 world boxing championships in the USA

Cooper O’Connell goes for Gold

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Cooper O'Connell aims for Gold at u19 world boxing championships in the USA

As excitement builds in the boxing community, young talent Cooper O’Connell prepares to make a significant impact at the Youth World Championships in Colorado next week. Hailing from Brisbane, Cooper has already established himself as a formidable competitor, holding the title of the current 65kg Australian Boxing Champion. His journey to Colorado began just two months ago when he dominated the nationals, securing his selection by winning three decisive fights that showcased his skill, determination, and tactical prowess in the ring. Each match was a testament to his hard work and relentless pursuit of excellence, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting championship experience. In preparation for the high-stakes competition, Cooper recently traveled to Germany, where he faced a series of challenging bouts—three fights in under a week. This rigorous schedule not only honed his skills but also exposed him to various fighting styles, which will undoubtedly serve him well against an international field of competitors. The experience gained from these matches is invaluable, providing Cooper with the confidence and adaptation needed for success on the world stage.
Training under the watchful eye of Gareth Williams and the team at The Boxing Shop in Brisbane, Cooper has access to top-notch facilities and expert guidance.
Stay tuned as we cheer for Cooper O’Connell who is in with a real chance as he battles for glory at the Youth World Championships. We wish him the best of luck in this exciting chapter of his boxing career!

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TBS-The Early years with Dave & Fe

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Dave Thompson was the first home grown boxer from The Boxing Shop.A kid who walked into the backyard shed as a 17 year old studying cert 3 in fitness and had already been through 2 knee reconstructions.
Dave came down to the shed with Fenella Schmidt to gain some fitness and learn some skills and together they both acquired a passion for boxing and helping people.
Fe and Dave were studying their cert 3 and 4 in fitness together and saw the boxing shop grow from a few people training in a backyard shed to opening the new facility at Griffith University in 2007.Both were instrumental in the early years of building The Brand to what it is today.
At TBS we have always had pride in our team spirit,Whether you are a kid,adult or competitive athlete we hope to provide the same level of support for everyone.
Both Fenella and Dave were instrumental in building the team culture when they became coaches at TBS,Dave still has people mentioning his name when talking about the Ab sets he used to torture them with.
Daves highest honour as a boxer was representing Qld against New Zealand at the Tattersals club in Brisbane,where he beat the Kiwi Champion over 4 x 2 minute rounds.
“I remember sending Dave out on his first Job which was to train an under 20’s football team,He was nervous because everyone was older than him and I dont think he (Dave) had even turned 18 yet,i just said go and be in charge and everything will fall into place”,Dave obviously made a great impression as the club chose to book him in for more sessions.
Fenella walked away from her bank job in the early years of TBS because she was so passionate about helping people achieve their goals and she saw the TBS vision from the early days of training in the shed.

Dave Thompson and Fenella Schmidt had a great impact on peoples lives and when they both decided to change their career paths,we were happy for them but also sad at losing these two TBS legends.
Lets get them both on the podcast and you can hear the early days stories straight from the horses mouth.

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    The Letter to Wayne Bennett

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    After opening The Boxing Shop in 2007,Gareth Williams set his eyes on improving himself as a coach. With a background of Elite Gymnastics,Rugby League and Boxing Gareth knew there was so much more to coaching than just general boxing training and hoping a kid with talent walks through the door.
    “In the middle of 2007 I wrote a letter to Wayne Bennett,I was so nervous writing the letter and I changed my mind many times on whether I should send it or not” said Williams, “My letter said,I want to be one of the best coaches and I want to learn the extra things like man management and dealing with different personalities rather than just boxing ….I reckon my letter was on Wayne’s Desk for 2 minutes and I got a phone call from Dean Benton saying I was welcome anytime to come and watch training sessions,so I jumped at it,I went down the next day and my aim was to stay for a week and learn as much about coaching as possible”.
    I met everyone at the Broncos and they were very welcoming and happy to show me around and teach me as much as I wanted to know. “After the week ,I spoke to Wayne and thanked him for opening the doors for me to have an inside look as to how the team and coaching side of things operated,he said would you like to come next week as we are doing some different things,so I jumped at the chance”.During the second week Gareth was asked to bring his pads and work with a few injured players which was a good way to say thanks for the invite.
    From this time moving forward Gareth and The Boxing Shop has had good relationships with the Brisbane Broncos , former Players and Staff and continue to work with them in many ways.
    Life is about relationships,If you treat people right,they treat you right.

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    Boxers to Aim High This week

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    Queensland Boxing Champions Leah Pilon and Cori Byrnes are Representing the Queensland this week at the Australian Championships in Perth. Both Girls are in tough fights and we will be cheering for them from Brisbane. Shara Romer is back in Camp with the National team at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra.The Team are […]