Boxing
🥊 ABGC Boxing Program
The Annandale Boys & Girls Club Boxing Program offers high-quality training for self-defense, amateur and professional competition, and overall fitness. We welcome boxers of all ages—no residency requirements and no experience necessary.
Our gym is located at the Annandale Sports Center
📍 6728 Industrial Road, Springfield, VA 22151
Enter through the Commercial Drive entrance. [Click here for map]
🏆 Competitions & Events
We host both amateur and professional boxing matches at our facility. To stay up-to-date with upcoming bouts and events:
🥇 Our Champions
We’re proud to have trained some of Virginia’s top talent:
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Ali Shah – 2003 VA State Open Champion (152 lbs), Best Fighter of the Tournament
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Ben Russell – 2003 VA State Champion, 10-11 y/o (70 lbs)
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Ali Shah – 2002 VA State USA & Golden Gloves Champion (147 lbs)
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Zaine Shah – 2002 VA State USA & Golden Gloves Champion, Regional Champion, National Golden Gloves Competitor (156 lbs)
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Ray Chanchaivit – 2002 VA State USA & Golden Gloves Novice Champion (139 lbs)
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Edgar Torres – 2002 VA State USA Novice Champion (147 lbs)
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Tony Torres – 2002 VA State J.O. Champion (125 lbs), Best Fighter of the Tournament
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Steve Wheaterly – 2002 VA State USA Novice Heavyweight Champion
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James Quirentello – 2001 VA Golden Gloves Novice Champion (139 lbs)
🧑🏫 Coaching & Legacy
The ABGC boxing team is led by Leo Rossiter, a U.S.A. Boxing-certified coach and licensed professional trainer in multiple states. Leo trained under the legendary Mr. Mack Lewis of the Baltimore Athletic Association and earned a #2 light heavyweight ranking in the South Atlantic.
Mr. Mack Lewis has trained top-tier boxers including:
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Vernon Mason – Welterweight contender
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Alvin Anderson – U.S. Jr. Middleweight Champion, #6 world contender
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Larry Middleton & George Chapman – Heavyweight contenders
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Vincent Pettway – IBF Welterweight Champion
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Hasim Rahman – Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World
Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your boxing career to the next level, the Annandale Boys & Girls Club offers the training, community, and history to get you there.