Stories matching tag 'Boxing'

Fighting to keep kids off the streets
Jessica Youseffi | 3-25-2011 | Comments

Alvaro Soto and Jesus Avila had an idea - teach kids how to box and they'll keep their punches in the ring and off the streets. So far, they say, it's working. [...]

A Look Inside the Ring
High School Contributor | 2-11-2011 | Comments

Nestor Nunez describes how he discovered his passion: boxing and what goes on inside his head during a fight. [...]

Inglewood boxing program targets at-risk youth
Amanda Smith | 4-20-2010 | Comments

After school, the boxing room at Rogers Park becomes a training ground for determination and a sanctuary from the streets. [...]