Barrow Borough Sports Council
May 2008 - Callum Pearson Boxing
Callum Pearson has been recognised by Barrow Borough Sports Council for his sporting achievement, by winning May's Performance of the Month Award.
In the picture Callum can be seen receiving his certificate from Chris Athersmith, Barrow Borough Council's Sports Development Officer and a £50 cheque from Steve Knott, of Furness Heating Components Ltd (Award Sponsors).
In May, Callum won the ABA 52kg national boxing title. Callum is the first from the area to achieve this feat in the modern era, and as such he follows in the footsteps of British boxing greats like Ricky Hatton, Amir Khan and Joe Calzaghe.
The 15 year old Barrow Amateur Boxing Club and Thorncliffe School fighter completely dominated Dan Fernandez, of Woking, from the opening bell for the full three rounds to gain a comprehensive 9-2 points victory in the Royal Navy ABA Junior Championships.
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