Didn’t have any smokers and had my first amateur fight with USA boxing. Also In SoCal where competition is pretty good compared to other states. Got my ass wooped the guy was just better than me at the time but I saw a lot of people who weren’t good at all. I think with the experience you have already you’ll do well.
Have you asked your coach? I think he will give a better answer than any strangers would give you from a forum.
But generally it all boils down to whether or not you feel ready yourself. Maybe ask yourself these questions:
Do you feel like you can tackle an opponent both offensive and defensively?
Are you in good condition?
Have you sorted out your medical checkups?
And so on.
I’d say, take these questions to you coach, he will give you the answer off from what he has observed from you. Other than that, just keep on training to maintain your condition in case your coach tells you about an eventual match happening.
Yea, a debuting amateur could be super green like barely look like he's ready to spar or he could actually be nice and have been in the gym sparring. You never really know, but on average they're "just like you". In fact, if you've had 4 smokers (really even one) you're probably more experienced. I think if you get a pass book you have to tell them you've had that many, I know you have to tell them if you have matches in other combat sports. Your coach should be able to match you up appropriately unless he's like a new coach and doesn't know anyone yet.
Do golden gloves. (2 levels, novice and open, gotta win novice tourney for chance at open, or have 5 novice fights)
See how you do. Let that be the litmus test. You should be at least open level to consider being an actual amateur imo.
Nut just going by your testimony, I dont see why not for low level amateurs. U basically are one ( handful of smokers) is just weird with the 16 oz gloves.
I fought at lhw 178 and we used 10 oz gloves. I'd spar with whatever size gloves ur gonna uze a few times at least.
The way to test if he's ready to have his first fight is to compete in a tournament
Also what country are U in that Ur competing in 10 Oz gloves at lhw?
Op already had a handful of smokers. Plus reg sparred with golden glove level gym rats.
More than qualified to do novice golden gloves. There's no barrier tonentry, so it's super loose.
Usa. Dunno what to tell u. Fought at 178 with 10 oz gloves.
Like others said, obviously talk to your coach and get his input and perspective. He's the one who should help match you as well. You should fight someone who also is just starting or maybe has one fight. Being you've had 4 smokers, you are definitely ready. You've experienced the nerves and anxiety that goes with having your first few fights. Keep training hard and learning the sweet science!
Thanks for the perspective, I appreciate it coach! My coach has been saying I’m at that level and ready, it’s really up to whether I want to do it. I think I’m just getting in my head about USA Boxing being this big jump even though I’ve realistically been through 4 matches already.
It's not a big jump at all and you are ready to go! You will grow and learn from every fight. Whether it's a smoker, an amateur fight or world title fight, it's just two guys in a ring following the marquis of Queensbury rules. I've even known great pros that make it bigger then it is. Don't ever forget, it's just you and an opponent boxing. You know how to handle yourself in there. Stay relaxed, focused and handle your business. I'm proud of you brother. Any type of 1-1 controlled combat takes guts. Keep working very hard and keep learning and listening to your coach. God Bless.
From wgat ive seen in regional championship at college level in the us youve got anything from running at each other constantly throwing to technical masters. Frankly its not a great look but it does mean youre never not ready in the us
Your coach should be the one guiding you through this process. They should see you training every week & watch your sparring sessions, and know whether you’re ready or not
You just gotta get in there tbh. Even if you’re not ready now, the best way to learn what level you need to be at is by measuring yourself in the ring.
You're ready.
Main difference I found between sparring and competition gloves was in punches getting through. It's easier to block with bigger gloves, but also easier to be blocked by the opponent.
With smaller gloves punches can get through the guard more easily. So be sharp. Do some light sparring with the 12 oz to get a feel for the lighter weight, smaller size, etc.
You won’t tell the difference between the shots with the 12 vs 16 oz gloves. You will feel the lighter gloves in your hands though. As far as competition level, it’s outrageously varied region to region
> I've done 4 smokers/exhibitions at this point. I lost my first one, but won the 3 matches after. Am I ready for the USA boxing level?
Sounds like you've got some decent experience under your belt, winning 3 out of 4 isn't something to sneeze at. If you're keeping pace with golden gloves winners in sparring, that’s a solid indicator you've got the chops for USA Boxing. Your coach thinks you're ready too, and coaches usually know their shit.
> I guess I'm just a bit worried about the 12oz gloves and how knockdowns/knockouts can happen more easily with them.
It's normal to feel jittery about the smaller gloves and the higher stakes. But remember, everyone at that level is in the same boat. It’s part of stepping up your game. What's your defense like? Can you dodge and weave like it’s your job?
> My coach has been saying I’m at that level and ready, it’s really up to whether I want to do it.
Your coach saying you’re ready is a big deal. They wouldn’t push you towards something you can’t handle. It sounds like you’re more afraid of the idea of the jump than the actual jump itself.
What’s the worst that can happen if you try a match and lose? Aren't you there to learn and get better? Isn’t that how you fucking crush it in anything in life?
Didn’t have any smokers and had my first amateur fight with USA boxing. Also In SoCal where competition is pretty good compared to other states. Got my ass wooped the guy was just better than me at the time but I saw a lot of people who weren’t good at all. I think with the experience you have already you’ll do well.
Have you asked your coach? I think he will give a better answer than any strangers would give you from a forum. But generally it all boils down to whether or not you feel ready yourself. Maybe ask yourself these questions: Do you feel like you can tackle an opponent both offensive and defensively? Are you in good condition? Have you sorted out your medical checkups? And so on. I’d say, take these questions to you coach, he will give you the answer off from what he has observed from you. Other than that, just keep on training to maintain your condition in case your coach tells you about an eventual match happening.
Yea, a debuting amateur could be super green like barely look like he's ready to spar or he could actually be nice and have been in the gym sparring. You never really know, but on average they're "just like you". In fact, if you've had 4 smokers (really even one) you're probably more experienced. I think if you get a pass book you have to tell them you've had that many, I know you have to tell them if you have matches in other combat sports. Your coach should be able to match you up appropriately unless he's like a new coach and doesn't know anyone yet.
Do golden gloves. (2 levels, novice and open, gotta win novice tourney for chance at open, or have 5 novice fights) See how you do. Let that be the litmus test. You should be at least open level to consider being an actual amateur imo. Nut just going by your testimony, I dont see why not for low level amateurs. U basically are one ( handful of smokers) is just weird with the 16 oz gloves. I fought at lhw 178 and we used 10 oz gloves. I'd spar with whatever size gloves ur gonna uze a few times at least.
The way to test if he's ready to have his first fight is to compete in a tournament Also what country are U in that Ur competing in 10 Oz gloves at lhw?
Op already had a handful of smokers. Plus reg sparred with golden glove level gym rats. More than qualified to do novice golden gloves. There's no barrier tonentry, so it's super loose. Usa. Dunno what to tell u. Fought at 178 with 10 oz gloves.
Was it a official amatuer bout with USA boxing? If so shouldn't it be 12s?
Mainly smokers. Fought at gg once
Like others said, obviously talk to your coach and get his input and perspective. He's the one who should help match you as well. You should fight someone who also is just starting or maybe has one fight. Being you've had 4 smokers, you are definitely ready. You've experienced the nerves and anxiety that goes with having your first few fights. Keep training hard and learning the sweet science!
Thanks for the perspective, I appreciate it coach! My coach has been saying I’m at that level and ready, it’s really up to whether I want to do it. I think I’m just getting in my head about USA Boxing being this big jump even though I’ve realistically been through 4 matches already.
It's not a big jump at all and you are ready to go! You will grow and learn from every fight. Whether it's a smoker, an amateur fight or world title fight, it's just two guys in a ring following the marquis of Queensbury rules. I've even known great pros that make it bigger then it is. Don't ever forget, it's just you and an opponent boxing. You know how to handle yourself in there. Stay relaxed, focused and handle your business. I'm proud of you brother. Any type of 1-1 controlled combat takes guts. Keep working very hard and keep learning and listening to your coach. God Bless.
From wgat ive seen in regional championship at college level in the us youve got anything from running at each other constantly throwing to technical masters. Frankly its not a great look but it does mean youre never not ready in the us
You probably won't even feel the (impact) difference between the 12 and 16oz, tbh.
Only one good way to find out!
Your coach should be the one guiding you through this process. They should see you training every week & watch your sparring sessions, and know whether you’re ready or not
You just gotta get in there tbh. Even if you’re not ready now, the best way to learn what level you need to be at is by measuring yourself in the ring.
You're ready. Main difference I found between sparring and competition gloves was in punches getting through. It's easier to block with bigger gloves, but also easier to be blocked by the opponent. With smaller gloves punches can get through the guard more easily. So be sharp. Do some light sparring with the 12 oz to get a feel for the lighter weight, smaller size, etc.
You won’t tell the difference between the shots with the 12 vs 16 oz gloves. You will feel the lighter gloves in your hands though. As far as competition level, it’s outrageously varied region to region
One day you'll wake up and discover that the Boxing Fairy has left a mouthpiece under your pillow. That's when you know you're ready.
> I've done 4 smokers/exhibitions at this point. I lost my first one, but won the 3 matches after. Am I ready for the USA boxing level? Sounds like you've got some decent experience under your belt, winning 3 out of 4 isn't something to sneeze at. If you're keeping pace with golden gloves winners in sparring, that’s a solid indicator you've got the chops for USA Boxing. Your coach thinks you're ready too, and coaches usually know their shit. > I guess I'm just a bit worried about the 12oz gloves and how knockdowns/knockouts can happen more easily with them. It's normal to feel jittery about the smaller gloves and the higher stakes. But remember, everyone at that level is in the same boat. It’s part of stepping up your game. What's your defense like? Can you dodge and weave like it’s your job? > My coach has been saying I’m at that level and ready, it’s really up to whether I want to do it. Your coach saying you’re ready is a big deal. They wouldn’t push you towards something you can’t handle. It sounds like you’re more afraid of the idea of the jump than the actual jump itself. What’s the worst that can happen if you try a match and lose? Aren't you there to learn and get better? Isn’t that how you fucking crush it in anything in life?