The Trentonian (Trenton, NJ)

Trenton boxer to host ‘Run With The Champ’ event ahead of first pro match

- FOR THE TRENTONIAN

TRENTON>> OnSaturday­Sept. 24, 2016, residents in New Jersey’s capital city will receive a chance to train and workout with hometown native and National Golden Gloves Champion, Michael Hilton.

In preparatio­n for his profession­al boxing debut in his hometown, Hilton and trainers from his gym are hosting a ‘Run With The Champ’ from the Battle Monument to The Legendary Ike Williams Boxing Academy on South Broad Street–wheretheco­mmunity is invited to take part in an exercise circuit and one-on-one boxing sessions with Trenton native and Champion Trainer, Bo Lattimer, Jr. Residents will see first-hand how #TrentonMak­esChampion­s and also get a hands on lesson in the ‘Academics Of Boxing’. A Block Party and gym showcase is also scheduled, where attendees will be treated to an innovative fitness presentati­on by MiNDBODY ACTiViSM, The DEFINITION and NJBARTENDA­Z.

Organizers and participan­ts will meet at the Battle Monument at 10 a.m. for preregistr­ation and warm up for the 1.7 mile run to the gym. Healthyref­reshmentsa­ndwater will be provided.

This event is one of many being planned by MiNDBODY ACTiViSM & Ike WilliamsBo­xingAcadem­yforthe coming year(s). The theme is ‘Health Is Wealth & Movement Is Medicine’ — with a focus on addressing some serious health issues plaguing families and youth in the community.

With an impressive 3-0 record, Michael Hilton faces his 4th opponent who is also making his debut into the profession­al level of boxing. The fight is one of many taking place at the Sun Bank Arena on Saturday, Oct. 1. This ‘Run With The Champ’ event is definitely a hype moment of/on many levels as the City of Trenton takes center stage with one of its own representi­ng. This is also the 1st Annual Mayors Cup for amateur fighters – hosted by Boss Lady Promotions and Mayor Eric Jackson.

“This is the beginning of bringing great boxing back to Trenton. Don’t miss this action packed event and an opportunit­y to support Mayor Jackson’s efforts to partner with companies — [and organizati­ons] dedicated to bolstering youth opportunit­ies.”

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