Team Kingsway Boxing Packs a Punch and Brings Home Gold at the Quebec Open!

Posted on June 4, 2024June 5, 2024

Team Kingsway Boxing – Quebec Open 2024: (left to right: Coach Geoff Britnell, William Bardsley, Saeed Haje-saeed, Quentin Snowden, Wesley Snowden, Kwasi Amoateng, Jamal Henry, Carson Blake, Coach TJ Mosher, Coach Virgil Barrow)

Team Kingsway Boxing Club (KBC) delivered an impressive performance at the Quebec Open, coming home with a total of six medals!

The Quebec Open proved to be another impactful tournament for Team KBC, with seven registered athletes bringing home a total of six medals. The team’s impressive haul included two golds, two silvers, and two bronzes, showcasing their dedication and skill. This remarkable achievement highlights the hard work and commitment of each member, as they faced tough competition and rose to the occasion with determination and resilience.

A special note of appreciation goes out to Coaches TJ Mosher and Geoff Britnell, who dedicated their weekend to coming out alongside head coach Virgil Barrow. Their guidance, support, and expertise were invaluable in helping the team achieve success inside the ropes.

Medalists and Their Achievements

Kwasi Amoateng (left) and Quentin Snowden both brought home gold after hard-earned victories throughout the weekend. Photo Credit: Calvin Caron

Gold Medals:

Kwasi Amoateng: Kwasi had an outstanding performance, winning three bouts to secure the gold medal. In his first fight, he stopped his opponent in the second round. His second bout saw him unanimously defeating a more experienced fighter. In the final bout, Kwasi faced a formidable opponent he had previously competed against twice. After losing to him in the Brampton Cup gold medal match, Kwasi won a significant match at a club show. This time, in the rubber match, Kwasi triumphed, bringing home the gold. Special shoutout to his opponents and coaches.
Quentin Snowden: Quentin, already a Brampton Cup champion, added the Quebec Open gold to his achievements, making it a fantastic year so far. He had three bouts, with a dominant victory in the first fight. His second bout ended with a thrilling second-round knockout, and his third bout was his best performance of the competition. Q had a dominant weekend, solidifying his reputation as a top contender.

Silver Medals:

Carson Blake: In his first fight, Carson showcased his aggression and secured a win. In his second bout, he faced a solid boxer and lost the first two rounds. However, in the third round, he demonstrated his resilience and went after his opponent, showing his potential despite conceding the gold medal. Carson’s future looks bright.
Saeed Haje-saeed: A provincial champion and ranked third in Canada, Saeed faced the national champion in his best performance to date. Although the judges didn’t agree with his performance, he earned a silver medal and gained valuable experience.

Wesley Snowden (left) and Jamal Henry fought hard, proudly representing the team and securing a bronze medal in the tournament.

Bronze Medals:

Jamal Henry: Despite losing his semifinal bout, it’s noteworthy that Jamal manages two jobs and trains only once a week. His commitment to the sport is evident, but the lack of training showed in this bout.
Wesley Snowden: Wesley outboxed his opponent from Nova Scotia in his first fight, securing his first win. In the semifinal bout, he faced a counterpuncher and couldn’t sway the judges. Nonetheless, Wesley’s growth, both in and out of the ring, was remarkable and a testament to his hard work.

Honorable Mention:

William Bardsley faced a challenging quarterfinal match against Keoma Ali, one of the top elite boxers in Canada, who also holds a third place standing at the latest Commonwealth Games. Despite facing an opponent with superior experience, footwork, speed, and power, Will stepped up and fought every second of every round, delivering what the team considered the best fight of the tournament. Despite suffering an elbow injury in the first round, Will fought through it with determination, showcasing the resilience that marks him as a future champion.

Coach’s Reflections

“The goal at Quebec Open was to compete to our capability, gain experience, and bring home medals. All of our boxers competed and were in every single fight this past weekend. Congratulations to all of our boxers for stepping into that ring and giving it your all.

A big shoutout to the parents and the support team for helping the fighters by feeding them, driving them, and getting them to weigh-ins. The coaches are eager to get back to the gym and keep the momentum going.”

Virgil Barrow | KBC Head Coach

With such an impressive performance at the Quebec Open, Team Kingsway Boxing is excited to continue their journey, training hard, and aiming for even greater achievements in the future.