Albouystown warrior Keevin Allicock represents in ‘Sons of Champions’ fistic affair

Dec 23, 2017 Sports, https://www.kaieteurnewsonline...pions-fistic-affair/

Despite suffering the brunt of social rebuff, Albouystown, a small community in the heart of Georgetown, has produced qualitative residents in the academics, sports, culture and the academic fields.

Of all its achievements, boxing has stood out after one of its residents, the late Andrew ‘Sixhead’ Lewis, lifted Guyana high on the pedestal with a world title win over James Page. Many other stalwarts from this community have distinguished themselves through the noble sport of boxing much to the delight, pleasure and appreciation of the residents of that village.
Recently, another pugilist, Keevin Allicock, has risen to prominence and given hope to his village mates that much good still resides in that community. Allicock fought in Barbados and lifted a gold medal in the Caribbean Development tournament last year and followed up that feat with a silver medal in the Youth Commonwealth Games in the Bahamas. Still thirsty for more, this enterprising boxer traveled to St Lucia and dominated his division to once again clinch a gold medal in the 2017 Caribbean Championship.
Back home, he climbed to the bantamweight division after defeating all and sundry in the flyweight to claim championship honours in the just concluded Terrence Alli National Open Championships. The victory became even more meritorious when it was noted that his nemesis, Clairmonte Gibson was already established in that division and packed a punch.
These two are scheduled to clash in a highly anticipated return for bragging rights and championship honours in the Boxing Day tournament dubbed ‘Sons of Champions.’ The Albouystown community is getting ready to support their boy with tassa drums and trumpets, not to mention moral support.
Gibson will not be totally unsupported as he will have a strong contingent from the GDF, equipped with similar musical instruments to boost his moral and bring out the best in him. The scene is, therefore set for three hectic rounds of boxing and fans will not want to miss a punch.
In all, there will be 11 bouts, all involving pugilists who would have inherited their skills from a parent of other family member. The tournament was conceptualized by President of the Guyana Boxing Association, Steve Ninvalle and his “brother” Seon Bristol of Briso Promotions, and aims to highlight the inherited qualities of contemporary amateur boxers.
Another highly anticipated sizzler is the fight between Colin ‘Superman’ Lewis of the GDF gym and Marlon Darryl of Forgotten Youth Foundation. Lewis is the Caribbean light welterweight champion and has a style reminiscent of former world champion Thomas ‘Hitman’ Hearns.
This bout is an anticipated thriller between boxers of contrasting styles; Lewis has a whip-like jab and is at home, while either boxing or slugging. His opponent is more of a boxer who has an impeccable defence. A heavy puncher, Lewis is a crowd pleaser and fans can be assured of another of his exciting displays.
Such contrasting styles will pave the way for an imminent slugfest which could very well determine, once and for all, which is the better boxer. This is a must see affair.
Several other clashes are expected to whet the appetite of boxing buffs from the first gong when junior boxer, Shamar Morrison of the Forgotten Youth Foundation (FYF), matches gloves with Emanuel Pompey one bout before Shaquincy Wright of the Vergenoegen Boxing Gym (VBG) takes on Kami Kami Yayah of the Pocket Rocket Boxing Gym (PRBG). Exciting flyweight pugilist, Julius Kesney of the Rosehall Jammers (RHJ) will tackle Kelvin Moore (VBG) in an Elite flyweight contest, while Junior boxers, Travis Inverary (FYF) and Jaden Graham of the Young Achievers (YA) will grace the ring in a fight that is much talked about. Both principals have earned the right to be touted as top boxers and it will be interesting to see which comes out on top.
Two GDF representatives, Aubrey Headley and John Mars will oppose each other in a battle for bragging rights as well as championship honours, while Alex Murray (FYF) will attempt to keep the (Andrew) Murray legacy alive when he squares off with Akeem Crandon of the Pocket Rocket Boxing Gym.
The card will be graced with two female bouts and in the first, Alicia Rodney represents the newly inaugurated Savannah Boxing Gym (SBG) and clashes with Abiola Jackman (FYF). Joan Williams (GDF) will also square off with Aleema Arokium (RHJ) in a female elite flyweight battle.
Bell time is 20:00hrs and fans are urged to fill the arena early to witness every skillful move, every punch as competent sons carry on the baton of their fathers.
Meanwhile, a press brief to launch the Boxing Day Affair will be held this morning at the elegant Wind Jammer Hotel in Kitty. The press conference commences at 11AM.