FAQ
What is the Golden Gloves tournament?
The Golden Gloves is an amateur boxing tournament that has been held annually since 1923. It features male and female boxers from across the United States, who compete in various weight classes. The tournament is organized by the National Golden Gloves Association and sanctioned by USA Boxing.
What are the rules?
How do I qualify for the Golden Gloves tournament?
1) You have to be registered with USA Boxing. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER WITH USA Boxing. Do it right now. DON"T WAIT till the day of weigh ins PLEASE! After you register you get the magic book called the USA PASSBOOK. This book it VITAL. you can't enter without one. It keeps track of all your fights. You need this book as much as you need boxing gloves.
2) You have to bring the printed out registration form to the initial registration ( weigh in ). CLICK HERE FOR THE FORM The form has to be printed out because you have signatures on it. It makes your Golden Gloves Entry "official." You bring this form to the initial registration day ( weigh in ) and then you are OFFICIALLY a competitor.
When and where is the Golden Gloves tournament held?
The Golden Gloves tournament is typically held in the spring of each year. The location of the tournament varies from year to year, with different cities hosting the event. In the past, the tournament has been held in cities such as Chicago, Cleveland, and Las Vegas.
Is the Golden Gloves tournament open to international competitors?
The Golden Gloves tournament is open to amateur boxers from the United States only. However, there are similar amateur boxing tournaments for international competitors, such as the AIBA World Boxing Championships and the Olympic Games.
How can I find more information about the Golden Gloves tournament?
For more information about the Golden Gloves tournament, you can visit the National Golden Gloves Association website or contact your local USA Boxing affiliate. You can also follow the tournament on social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter to stay up-to-date on the latest news and results.
Can I as a competitor represent a gym?
A competitor can only "officially represent" a gym if the gym itself is registered with USA boxing. It's a Ozark registration. Otherwise the competitor has to claim “unattached”.