Spotlight on Jailon O'Neal
by Meghan Baer
Published: January 6, 2012
Jailon is a champion of the boxing ring! He began his training with us three years ago. Now, he fights in Chicago’s Golden Gloves competitions and other matches around the city.
Jailon’s eye is certainly on the prize. His goal is to become a professional boxer one day, similar to his mentor—Coach Tiger. Of the former boxing pro, Jailon says: “Coach Tiger has taught me how to be more disciplined and control my anger. I used to get in trouble a lot at school but now I am doing better handling things.”
More than that...Jailon is now an assistant coach, working with the younger boxers to teach them what he’s learned!
It’s no surprise Jailon has come this far. He is a dedicated student to the art of boxing. He practices his moves at least four times per week. He never stops wanting to succeed. In the future, Jailon will compete in the upcoming Chicago Park District competition.
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