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GOLDEN GLOVES | Boxing Ontario Provincial Championships 2025
Save the dates for the 2025 Golden Gloves Provincial Championships: October 16-19, 2025 in Windsor, ON!
The Golden Gloves Provincial Championships provide Ontario’s Open Class boxers with the opportunity to qualify for the Elite National Championships in Winnipeg, Manitoba, scheduled for November 26-30, 2025 or the Junior, Youth & U23 Nationals in Calgary, Alberta, from March 18-22, 2026.
FEMALE & MALE CATEGORIES: JUNIORS, YOUTH & ELITE – (AGES ARE CALCULATED ON HOW OLD THE BOXER WILL BE IN 2026)
Junior A (U13) (2014-2015) 11 &12 years
Junior B (U15) (2012-2013) 13 & 14 years
Junior C (U17) (2010-2011) 15 & 16 years
Youth (U19) (2008 & 2009) 17 & 18 years
U23 (2004-2008) 18 to 22 years
Elite (1986-2007) 19 to 40 years
TICKETS & SCHEDULE
⚠️ Active membership with Boxing Ontario is necessary for athletes, coaches, officials, and clubs to fully engage in the boxing season, including participation in tournaments, club competitions, sparring, training camps, and more. In addition, active membership provides the crucial benefit of insurance coverage. More information here.
‼️ATHLETES & COACHES: Scroll down to view your pre-tournament checklist
PLEASE NOTE:
- Provincials is for Open Class boxers only (11+ bouts or approved upgrade request).
- Upgrade requests from Novice to Open Class must be submitted no later than October 1, 2025. All upgrade requests are subject to committee review and approval, which takes time. Late requests will not be accepted,
- Boxers in the Junior A and Junior B divisions may register under the following conditions:
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- If registration numbers exceed manageable limits, Junior A will be the first category eliminated, followed by Junior B
- If your bout is eliminated due to capacity, you will receive a full refund.
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- A new U23 category has been added to Provincials for boxers born between 2004-2008:
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- If you were previously placed in the Elite category and were born between 2004–2008, you now have the option to compete in either U23 or Elite.
- If you’d like to make a change to your category, please email [email protected] with your request.
- Once a boxer has chosen a category for the Provincials and wins, they are not permitted to switch to another category for the remainder of the competition cycle.
- If a boxer wins in the Elite category, they are ineligible to request to compete in the U23 category at the March Nationals.
- Please ensure that you are clear about your chosen category before committing to competition.
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TOURNAMENT INFORMATION
TOURNAMENT DATES: Thursday, October 16 – Sunday, October 19, 2025
TOURNAMENT VENUE: Central Park Athletics: 3400 Grand Marais Road East, Windsor, Ontario N8W 1W7
TOURNAMENT OVERVIEW: 4 Days, 6 Sessions, 2 Rings
Session 1: Thursday, October 16 @ 6pm – 9pm
Session 2: Friday, October 17 @ 1pm – 4pm
Session 3: Friday, October 17 @ 6pm – 10pm
Session 4: Saturday, October 18 @ 1pm – 4pm
Session 5: Saturday, October 18 @ 6pm – 10pm
Session 6: Sunday, October 19 @ 12pm
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MEDICALS & WEIGH-INS
Boxers must weigh-in only on the day(s) they are scheduled to compete.
Location: Central Park Athletics
Thursday (October 16): 2:00-3:00 pm ET
Friday, Saturday & Sunday (October 17-19): 8am – 9am ET
✅ Please ensure your Boxing Ontario membership is up-to-date (2025 membership), as well as your yearly medical, prior to registering for the tournament.
✅ Boxers must arrive to each weigh-in with completed book, including: name, photo, signature, and registration listed in the back.
✅ Boxers must also bring proof of citizenship or a PR card to weigh-ins. (Please note, any athletes who advance to and win Nationals with a PR card may not be eligible to be a member of the National Team. Please contact Boxing Canada for more information).
✅ Ensure you bring your pre-bout medical (download here) completed and signed by athlete and coach.
IMPORTANT:
‼️BOXERS SHOWING UP TO THE WEIGH-IN STATION WITHOUT BOOKS OR COMPLETED MEDICAL FORMS WILL NOT BE WEIGHED IN.
‼️Boxers who do not show up on time for weigh-ins (within the first hour) will not be weighed in.
WEIGHT CLASS STRUCTURE & ADVANCEMENT
Each weight class is scheduled to accommodate up to 16 boxers over the 4-day tournament. This number ensures all bouts can be completed within the allotted time.
- As this is an advancing competition, there will be no sub-categories.
- If more than 16 boxers register in a single weight class, the division will be split into two brackets (A & B).
- Both brackets will run separately, and the gold medalist from each (A & B) will advance to Nationals.
This approach maintains fairness while ensuring the tournament runs smoothly within the scheduled time frame.
COACH REQUIREMENTS
Coach registration is MANDATORY in order to corner athletes and to receive a wristband at accreditation (which provides access to the field of play). Registration will not be conducted on site. Please make sure you have completed the following:
- Ontario Coaches must be registered with Boxing Ontario for 2025. Active membership MUST be held for at least 90 days before engaging in competition/sanctioned event. In order to process your coaching membership the following must be completed:
(a) Safe Sport (available in NCCP Coaches Locker)
(b) Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders
(c) NCCP Making Head Way in Sport
(d) ensure that your police check is up to date (within 3 years), or you must provide a new one - A Coaching Card or a registration number with photo ID is required at all club competitions and tournaments. If you have not received your 2025 Boxing Ontario Coaching Card, please contact the office at [email protected] to receive your registration number.
- Complete your tournament registration by Tuesday, October 7, 2025 5:00 PM EST
IN-PERSON COACHING EVALUATIONS AT PROVINCIALS
Boxing Canada will be offering in-person evaluations for the following NCCP coaching levels during the Friday and Saturday sessions at Provincials:
- Level 1 Instruction Beginners
- Level 2 Competition Introduction
If you are interested in completing your evaluation, please contact [email protected] with the following details:
- Full Name
- Evaluation Level (Instruction Beginner or Competition Introduction)
- NCCP Number
Once you have placed your request, Boxing Canada will provide you with all necessary materials to help you prepare for your evaluation.
We urge everyone to take advantage of this opportunity to get certified and advance your coaching credentials!
Boxing Canada is offering a discounted evaluation fee of $80, payable on-site by debit, credit, or cash.
✅ Required NCCP Modules
To ensure a smooth evaluation process, the following NCCP modules must be completed in advance:
For Instruction Beginners:
For Competition Introduction:
- Teaching & Learning
- Design a Basic Sport Program
- Make Ethical Decisions (Online Evaluation)
- Basic Mental Skills
📌 Why Certification Matters
✅ Certification is required to coach at Nationals.
✅ It aligns you with national standards for coaching development and athlete safety.
✅ You’ll gain valuable tools and knowledge to improve your coaching effectiveness.
📦 On-Site Support Includes:
- Coaching cards and lanyards will be available to print on site.
- Record books for boxers
If you have any questions about outstanding modules to be completed, please contact Naiomi at [email protected]
IMPORTANT DEADLINES & DATES
Last Day to Submit Upgrade Requests: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 by 5:00 PM EST.
Athlete & Coach Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 7, 2025 by 5:00 PM EST
Weight Change Deadline: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 by 5:00 PM EST
Draw: Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM EST via Zoom (Link will be sent to registered coaches the day of draw)
Deadline to Withdraw for Full Refund: Thursday, October 9, 2025 BEFORE the Draw. More info on withdrawals below.
Last Day to Submit Updated Yearly Medicals: Monday, October 13, 2025. Please ensure that all sections of the medical are completed by a licensed medical doctor (MD). The doctor must also sign and stamp to validate medical.
Technical Meeting: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM EST via Zoom (Link will be sent to registered coaches the day of draw)
WITHDRAWALS & REFUNDS
The deadline to withdraw from Provincials to receive a full refund is Thursday, October 9, 2025 – BEFORE the draw is conducted.
Please ensure any withdrawal requests are submitted prior to this deadline to receive a full refund.
If a boxer withdraws after the tournament schedule has been posted, they will be subject to a $200 fee. This fee helps offset any costs their scheduled opponent may have incurred in preparing for the bout.
Refund Policy:
No refunds will be issued after the draw has been completed.
TOURNAMENT ACCOMMODATION
Host Student Residence:
- Location: 930 Marion Avenue | Windsor apartment rentals | Windsor, ON, Canada
- Availability: 170 beds (first come, first served)
- Cost: $60 per bed + 13% HST
- Furnishings: Newly furnished units
- What to Bring: Pillows, sheets, towels, soap, and other personal necessities
- Amenities: Microwave, fridge, and laundry facilities are available
- Note: Please keep the units clean. This arrangement is a generous favour, and we want to ensure the space is respected and left in excellent condition.
Booking Contact:
Edward Wazermas
519-300-6266 or 519-997-2320
[email protected]
Please note that there are hotels available in the Windsor area, but they have very limited room availability, and we recommend booking as soon as possible if you prefer that option.
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES
- Fitness & Training Areas: Tournament athletes have complimentary access to fitness and training areas within the venue courtesy Central Park Athletics for the duration of the Golden Gloves
- Clip’n Climb Windsor: Located within the Central Park Athletics facility. Find out more and purchase your tickets at https://clipnclimbwindsor.ca
- Tortoise & Hare Restaurant: Full-service restaurant located within the Central Park Athletics facility. Great food and beverages for the whole family to enjoy.
QUESTIONS
General Inquiries: Weight Changes, Withdraws, Refunds
Boxing Ontario
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (416) 426-7250 ext.1
This is a boxing event sanctioned by Boxing Ontario. This contest is sanctioned by an organization officially recognized by the Province of Ontario.
