The American Boxing Federation (AMBC) reaffirmed its unwavering support for the International Boxing Association (IBA) and its President Umar Kremlev at its recent Board of Directors meeting. This support underscores American Boxing Federation's commitment to maintaining stability and unity in the sport across the continent.
Key parts of this rallying call are articulated in a letter addressed to the presidents of the national federations of the Americas. The letter, signed by the AMBC Board of Directors, emphasizes the importance of unity and cohesion between AMBC and the national federations under the IBA umbrella, and emphasizes the important role of sport in promoting development and upholding the values of transparency and excellence. emphasized.
AMBC aims to ensure that boxing in the Americas does not just survive, but thrive, by strengthening athlete development and the promotion of the sport. Our shared values of putting athletes and coaches first unite national federations across the continent.
The unity of the American boxing community was evident at the April 10, 2024 AMBC Board of Directors meeting. Key figures in attendance included AMBC President Jose Laureano, Vice Presidents David Butts and Oscar Contreras, and IBA Board Member Lourdes Avendaño. Directors met to discuss and strategize how to move forward amid ongoing challenges. Their collective leadership and collaborative spirit will play a vital role in getting boxing through this pivotal time.
Additionally, AMBC's proactive approach and focus on maintaining “fluid and collaborative communication” between national federations underscores its broader strategic vision. This vision aims not only to address the immediate challenges, but also to prepare for future challenges and ensure the resilience and continued growth of the sport both in the Americas and globally.
Chris Roberts OBE, IBA Director General and CEO, said: “We are deeply grateful for the strong support from AMBC and the united stance of boxing federations across the Americas.” “This unity is essential if we are to overcome the current challenges and strive towards improving boxing’s integrity and global standing. Our unity is essential if we are to advance our sport in all aspects. Together, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards and ensuring a prosperous future for boxing in the Americas and around the world.”
“As President of AMBC, I stand steadfastly behind the IBA and our commitment to this sport and its athletes remains steadfast.” We will continue to work closely with all member federations and the Ministry of Sport. The success of the continent's first IBA Champions Night in Mexico is great evidence of the progress being made. Together, we are dedicated to fostering an environment where transparency and excellence are at the forefront of all our activities,” Jose Laureano asserted.
AMBC's strong support for the IBA demonstrates an important commitment to leadership, ethics and collaboration in sport. By championing these values, the Americas demonstrates its commitment not only to the sport itself, but to its athletes and communities. This collaborative effort is essential to boxing's lasting success and ability to overcome obstacles, cementing its place as the cornerstone of international boxing.
