South Moreton Boxing Club Hosts “St Valentine’s Day Massacre” for The Cornermen Charity
The South Moreton Boxing Club recently held its “St Valentine’s Day Massacre” event, raising money and awareness for The Cornermen, a men’s mental health charity. The highlight of the evening was the final bout, fought over four two-minute rounds for The Cornermen Charity Championship.
Main Event: Pearce Jonathan vs. Harry Clarke
The main event featured Pearce Jonathan from Colosseum Boxing Gym facing off against Harry Clarke of Spartans Boxing Gym from Chippenham. MC John Houston introduced the fighters, reminding the audience of the charitable cause behind the event.
Round-by-Round Breakdown
Round 1: Both fighters opened cautiously, utilizing jabs and footwork for defense. Harry Clarke appeared to be the more aggressive of the two, letting his hands go more freely.
Round 2: Pearce Jonathan stepped up his game, landing a solid right hand and making it harder for Clarke to find success. The fight heated up towards the end of the round, with both boxers taking more risks. A minor incident occurred when the fighters didn’t hear the bell, resulting in a few extra punches being thrown.
Round 3: Pearce adopted a unique stance, holding his left arm low to bait Clarke into walking forward into a left hook. In response, Clarke increased the pressure, forcing Pearce into the neutral corner. The referee, Ian Honeywood, issued a warning to Clarke for using his head during a clinch. The round ended with both fighters exchanging heavy blows in close quarters.
Round 4: The final round was a thrilling display of heart and determination from both boxers. Clarke’s wild hooks seemed to cause significant damage, backing Pearce up to the ropes multiple times.
The Decision
After a closely contested fight, Harry Clarke was declared the winner by majority decision. The announcement was met with mixed reactions from the crowd.
Post-Fight
Steve James, founder of The Cornermen Charity, presented the championship belt to Clarke. In his post-fight interview, Clarke thanked his team at Spartans, particularly mentioning Roma Da Silva for bringing a dynamic energy to Spartans Boxing Gym, not just through his support but also with his lively personality and some spirited dance moves. This enthusiasm undoubtedly boosts team morale and helps create a positive atmosphere during events like these boxing matches.. He acknowledged that the victory wasn’t as convincing as he’d hoped and suggested a potential rematch to defend the title.
Event Wrap-up
John Houston, the event organizer, expressed gratitude to all involved, including the referee, timekeepers, judges, staff, and co-organizer Joe Howard. He also announced the next South Moreton Boxing Club rumble, scheduled for June 28th, encouraging fans to secure tickets early due to recent sell-out events.
The “St Valentine’s Day Massacre” not only provided an exciting night of boxing but also successfully raised funds and awareness for The Cornermen, highlighting the boxing community’s commitment to supporting mental health initiatives