Boxers start preparations for AllAfrica Games in Morocco
May 15, 2019
However, only 40 of the 62 invited players appeared for the first training session where coaches.
National team boxers have started reporting to Lugogo for training ahead of the AllAfrica Games due on August 19 to 31 in Morocco.
However, only 40 of the 62 invited players appeared for the first training session where coaches.
Bombers head coach Partick Lihanda (middle) talks to the boxers
Eight coaches have been summoned to handle the team that will have two camps after the first elimination fight.
Muslim boxers have, however, been advised to suspend their fasting in order to stay in shape.
"I am a Muslim but the Holy Koran tells us to forego the fasting period in case of an emergency and pay later. For the good of the nation and our own, we may have to forego the fasting this year or payback after the All Africa Games," advised Coach Idris Kabuye.
Bombers boxers being weighed at Lugogo May 13, 2019. PHOTO: Silvano Kibuuka
Head coach Patrick Lihanda has warned boxers against reporting late, otherwise, they will be replaced by more serious boxers.