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Kumar Asnani, Director of Centre Point Mall, has called on politicians, businesses, and supporters to rally behind young Ghanaian boxers, especially those who are set to compete in the upcoming “Street to Champions” boxing event.<\/p>\n
Scheduled for November 16, 2024, at the Centre Point Mall in Atomic Junction, the event aims to create opportunities for underprivileged youth aspiring to pursue boxing as a career.<\/p>\n
\u201cStreet to Champions is more than just a boxing event, it\u2019s a movement to provide focus and purpose for our youth,\u201d Asnani said during a press conference on November 5, 2024.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur youth need positive outlets, something to channel their energy into, to keep them off the streets and away from drugs and other social vices.\u201d<\/p>\n
He highlighted the urgent need for financial and social backing to help these aspiring athletes reach their full potential.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur government officials, our community leaders, our financiers\u2014why not invest in the future of our youth? A small investment in these young boxers can go a long way. I have met a lot of the boxers and they don\u2019t need much, they just want the chance to prove or showcase themselves,\u201d he urged.<\/p>\n
The upcoming event, a joint venture between Ace Power Promotions and Centre Point Mall, will feature top amateur and professional talent, including some of Ghana\u2019s rising stars.<\/p>\n
Among them is Samuel Takyi, who won one of Ghana\u2019s seven boxing gold medals at the 2023 African Games and will face Emmanuel Quartey in an eight-round Lightweight Championship.<\/p>\n
Fans can also anticipate thrilling bouts, including a fight for the National Super Lightweight Championship between Samuel Quaye and Michael \u201cOne Bullet\u201d Ansah, as well as an intense matchup between Holy Dorgbetor and Benin\u2019s WPBF champion, Clement Loko.<\/p>\n