Veterans Boxing Challenge

The Australia-wide Veteran’s Challenge Program has been running throughout 2024 and encourages ADF veterans to get fit and socially engaged by training at their local boxing gym. The program is open to males and females from around the country who have served or are currently serving within the Australian Defence Force - even if they have never boxed before. There is also a Masters category, for boxers aged over 40. All bouts will be matched to ensure even weight, age and skill. Each bout is no more than 3 rounds, with each round lasting between 1.5 - 3 minutes depending on age & experience in an Olympic-style, points system with a core focus on safety.

We’ve currently got around 11 bouts matched up, including our very own Jeremy Stredwick, and still receiving nominations for new fighters. It’s not too late if you’d like to join the program or have any colleagues who would be interested in getting involved.

Current VIPs are registered:

• Mr David Smith MP Australian Labour Party Government Whip - House of Representatives
• Ms Emma Davidson MLA ACT Parliament Member for Murrumbidgee
• MAJGEN (Ret'd) Marcus Thompson ACA-ACT Patron
• MAJGEN (Ret'd)Greg Melick Australian Commando Association National President
• BRIG (Retd) Mark Smethurst DSC, AM Commando Welfare Trust
• BRIG Philip Winter, AM,RSL National
• Matt Anderson PSM Australian War Memorial Director
• Mr Kahil Fegan, DSC, AM Repatriation Commissioner
• Mr Glen Ferrarotto Ironside Recruitment (Master of Ceremonies)

We continue to approach sponsors and are keen to talk to anyone who knows of a company that may be interested in sponsoring the event. Please reach out to vicepresident@acaact.onmicrosoft.com

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