South London Boxer Ellis Trowbridge Makes History
Ellis Trowbridge recently competed at Alexandra Palace in the Haringey Box Cup, known as one of the most important competitions in amateur boxing.
And the reigning champion took the major title for the third year in a row – each time competing in a different category.
And now Ellis, a member of Team GB, has got his eye on the main prize – qualifying for the Olympic Games.
Ellis was one of 400 boxers who took part in the Haringey Box Cup, a return to boxing after injury kept him out of competing over the past six months.
“The Haringey Box Cup is a massive event and it’s amazing to get to compete somewhere like Alexandra Palace,” he said.
“At the same time it’s very unusual for someone to win in different weight categories so what I’ve done in the last few years is a historical victory.”
Ellis has taken the title as a bantam weight, flyweight and light flyweight – highly unusual in the world of boxing.
And with that title under his belt he’s now fully focused on his next challenges as well as working towards possible Olympic selection in March.
In September Ellis will be fighting with Team GB at a venue to be decided as well as travelling to Azerbaijan to take part in the Under 22s European Games.
“That’s just one of the joys of boxing, the places that I get to visit,” he said.
“And the fact that I’m able to do something I really love and am so passionate about.
“Like any athlete, the Olympics is your goal so I am now concentrating hard and working towards being in the best shape to try and qualify in March 2024.”
When not boxing, Ellis is also passionate about inspiring young people to become involved in the sport and highlighting the life skills it can bring.
“Boxing has done so much for me and I want to let other youngsters know how getting involved can make a real difference to their lives,” he said.
Photo: Ellis recently presented to media agency, December 19, on the importance of accountability who are proud supporters of the GB Boxer.