Boxing day is on Wednesday. The term originated centuries ago in England where it is believed to have referred to a custom of the wealthy putting donations in boxes for their less privileged employee.
In Belize though, there actually used to be boxing matches on Boxing Day. Like the sport of Boxing in Belize that custom has faded away but one promoter wants to bring it back.
James Adderly has organized a ticket of international boxing bouts at the Biltmore Plaza Hotel for Wednesday, Boxing Day. A delegation from Mexico is coming to Belize to square off with the athletes from the Leopold Smart Boxing Gym.
We caught up with James Adderly, the organizer, beside the ring as they were making final preparations for the show tomorrow.
Here's what he told us about the event:
James Adderly - Organizer
"We have a big show planned. Belize vs. Mexico has always brought a lot of interest from the Belizean public, and we want to deliver the same excitement every time. So, you'll meet us here. That's our ring behind us. It has certainly cost a lot of money, and it has taken a lot of money and effort. But, it's ready; it's sturdy, and we've planned a very wonderful occasion. As we've mentioned before, we have 3 sets of tickets. We have ringside, which is $30, reserve which is $20, which means when you leave your seat, you can come back to it because it's yours. And then, we have general admission where you have to take care of yourself."
Daniel Ortiz
"Sir, tell us about the Mexican delegation."
James Adderly
"The Mexican delegation, we've seen a couple of the fighters already. They certainly have scores to settle with us, and we have scores to settle with them, which makes for an interesting fight card, come Boxing Day."
Fight time is at 6:30 p.m., and if you're unable to make it, Channel 7 will be broadcasting it live.
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