SPORTING CONDUCT: Teenagers Michael Fielding and his Belfast opponent Chris Mervyn took part in a major boxing tournament sponsored by Villages Housing in Merseyside. The 14-year-olds were among a dozen boxers from Knowsley and Belfast to take part. Mervyn lodged at Fielding’s home.
Coach Michael Fielding senior said: “It’s all about taking part and encouraging the youngsters to have respect for each other. It doesn’t matter what the result is – you shake hands with your opponent.”
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Housing Today
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