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For
his achievements in 2011,
outstanding Mexican ring
official Juan José Ramirez was
honoured by the World Boxing
Federation and received the WBF
Referee of the Year award.
Now the 51-year-old from Tijuana
gave back to the sport who made
him respected the world over by
opening a gym for young amateurs
and aspiring pros in his
hometown.
The WBF in turn donated 1.500,00
US$ to buy equipment and Ramirez
was glad for the support,
telling WBF Latin America
Coordinator Sergio Sotelo, who
presented the cheque when
visiting the opening ceremony of
the gym:
“I wish to thank the World
Boxing Federation, and
especially President Howard
Goldberg, for all the
encouragement and recognition I
have received. This donation
will help to make the gym a
focal point in Tijuana for
youngsters.”
“This is a great thing for
Tijuana and boxing,” said a
pleased Sotelo and knowing the
determination to succeed in
Ramirez, he added: “And it would
not surprise me much if one day
this new gym produces another
Mexican WBF world champion!”.
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