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Peach Boxing[edit]

Bennyaha/sandbox
Full namePeach Boxing
Founded2013
LocationWest Auckland, New Zealand
Coach(es)
Official website
https://peachboxing.co.nz/

Peach Boxing, established in 2013, is a boxing gym created by Isaac Peach and Alina Peach, based in Henderson Valley. The gym trains multiple forms of boxing, focusing in Professional boxing, Amateur boxing and Corporate Boxing (internationally known as White-collar boxing). The gym currently trains multiple talented boxers including IBO World Champion Mea Motu, World title contender David Light, World ranked Andrei Mikhailovich and World ranked Jerome Pampellone. The gym is well known to have the philosophy to take on any opponent.[1][2] Peach Boxing Gym is considered the best boxing gym in New Zealand, rivaling the status of City Kickboxing in MMA.[3] Peach family plays an important part of the creation of the gym.[4]

Active boxers[edit]

Amateur Boxers[edit]

  • Asel Opata
  • Baylee Macdonald
  • Benjamin Stowers
  • Brierley Auimatagi
  • Dominic Pratt
  • Joshua Tau[5]
  • Keanu Naden
  • Keke Tinga
  • Kwadjo Opoku
  • Kyan Hand[6]
  • Matt Anirudh
  • Noah Collier
  • Oliver Firth
  • Omid Azizi[7]
  • Parker Hales
  • Sonny Morini[8]
  • Stevie Archer

Professional Boxing[edit]

Alumni[edit]

Celebrity Boxing[edit]


Awards[edit]

  • New Zealand Boxing Awards
    • 2020 Gym of the year (Won)[26]
    • 2021 Gym of the year (Won)[27]
    • 2022 Gym of the year (Won) [28]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "'Thinks he's the man': David Light's coach questions the mindset of Lawrence Okolie". Stuff NZ. 27 January 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  2. ^ "Inside the West Auckland boxing gym pumping out title contenders". One NZ. 14 March 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  3. ^ "Starting rotation: Fighting back - Kiwi boxing punches above its weight". Stuff NZ. 12 March 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  4. ^ "Boxing's power couple: Alina and Isaac are changing lives". Womens Weekly. 29 November 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  5. ^ "Peach Boxing Results September 2023". Boxing New Zealand. 17 November 2023. Retrieved 24 December 2023.
  6. ^ "Peach Boxing Results November 2023". Boxing New Zealand. 9 September 2023. Retrieved 24 December 2023.
  7. ^ "Peach Boxing Results April 2023". Boxing New Zealand. 6 April 2023. Retrieved 24 December 2023.
  8. ^ "Peach Boxing Results June 2023". Boxing New Zealand. 24 June 2023. Retrieved 24 December 2023.
  9. ^ "Boxer Andrei Mikhailovich on fighting, family and addiction". Stuff NZ. 9 April 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  10. ^ "New Zealand amateur boxer switches allegiance to Tonga over lack of Olympic funding". Stuff NZ. 27 August 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  11. ^ "Mea Motu goes for New Zealand record". Women Boxing. 5 February 2022. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  12. ^ "Jerome Pampellone: Meet New Zealand's toughest boxing tradie". One News. 29 November 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  13. ^ "Boxing: Kiwi boxer Mea Motu threatens to pull out of world title fight over referee dispute". Newshub. 24 August 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  14. ^ "Boxer Mea Motu's story of courage 'The ring is my safe place'". Womens Weekly. 21 June 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  15. ^ "Boxing: Kiwi David Light eyes unlikely world cruiserweight title bid against champion Lawrence Okolie". Newshub. 15 December 2022. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  16. ^ "'It's pretty planned out': Kiwi cruiserweight David Light on the verge of a world title shot". Stuff. 30 April 2022. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  17. ^ "Joseph Parker vs Junior Fa: As Tokyo Olympics uncertainty continues, David Nyika finds opponent for pro debut". Stuff. 26 January 2021. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  18. ^ "Mikhailovich continues unbeaten run". Sun Live. 28 August 2018. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  19. ^ "'Nice little tribute': DJ Forbes out to honour late uncle Peter 'Fats' Fatialofa at Fight For Life". Stuff NZ. 27 April 2023. Retrieved 18 December 2023.
  20. ^ "Liam Messam vs. James Gavet Corporate Heavyweight Bout". D&L Boxing. 21 July 2022. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
  21. ^ "Boxing: Carlos Spencer, Liam Messam on star-studded Fight for Life undercard". Newhubs. 8 June 2022. Retrieved 20 December 2023.
  22. ^ "Jesse Peach v. Shelton Woolright in Fight For Life". New Zealand Herald. 24 September 2015. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  23. ^ "Silver Ferns shooter Maia Wilson turns to boxing to gain a competitive edge". Stuff. 24 November 2015. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  24. ^ "Fight For Life: Sam Tuitupou to take hard-hitting approach from rugby field into boxing ring". New Zealand Herald. 8 April 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  25. ^ "Fight for Life: Ex-All Blacks hitman Sam Tuitupou scores devastating knockout against NRL great Roy Asotasi inside 10 seconds". Newshub. 28 April 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  26. ^ "BENJIS 2020 NEW ZEALAND BOXING AWARDS". New Zealand Fighter. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  27. ^ "Benji's New Zealand Boxing Awards 2021". Substack. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  28. ^ "2022 New Zealand Boxing Awards". Substack. Retrieved 15 December 2023.

Isaac Peach[edit]

Isaac Peach
Born (1982-01-19) January 19, 1982 (age 42)[2]
Auckland, New Zealand
NationalityNew Zealand
Statistics
Weight(s)Super Middleweight
Boxing record[1]
Total fights13
Wins12
Wins by KO2
Losses1
Draws0

Isaac Peach (19 January 1982 Auckland, New Zealand)[2] is a New Zealand retired professional boxer and a current boxing coach. Peach trained multple talented boxers including IBO World Champion Mea Motu, World title contender David Light, World ranked Andrei Mikhailovich and World ranked Jerome Pampellone. Peach is well known to have the pholosphy in his gym to have his boxers take on any opponent.[3][4] Peach Boxing Gym is considered the best boxing gym in New Zealand, rivaling the status of City Kickboxing in MMA.[5]

Boxing Career[edit]

Amateur Boxing[edit]

In July 2007, Peach competed at the Canterbury invitation boxing event where Canterbury boxers took on boxers from Wellington, Auckland and Tauranga.[6] At the 2007 New Zealand National amateur championships, Peach won the quater finals bout, however, would lose in the Semi Finals.[7][8] In 2008, Peach was choosen as part of the New Zealand Boxing Squad to compete at the Oceania Boxing Championship.[9] Peach would compete at the North Island Golden Gloves later in the year.[10] Peach would compete at the 2008 New Zealand National amateur championships but wouldnt get past the quarter finals.[11] In 2009, Peach won his first New Zealand national amateur boxing championships.[12]

Professional Boxing[edit]

In June 2010, Peach made his professional boxing debut against Moses Ioelu.[13] Peach would win by unanimous decision. In August 2011, Peach would make his TV debut where he fought on the undercard of David Tua vs Monte Barrett II. Peach took on Gunnar Jackson which was live on Sky Sports.[14] Peach won the fight by unanimous decision.[15] In June 2012, Peach fought Steven Anderson in a rematch for the vacant New Zealand national Super Middleweight title. The two had fought in April 2011 with Anderson winning by Split Decision.[16] Peach would win the title fight with the fight put to a halt in the 7th round due to accidental head clash causing a cutt. Peach won by Techincal Unanimous decision.[2] A month later, Peach would return to TV boxing where he fought on the undercard of Shane Cameron vs Monte Barrett undercard.[17] Peach won the fight by fourth round Knockout.[18] On December 2013, at the age of 31, after having shoulder surgery had decided to have his last fight against Fili Mailata.[19] Peach won the fight by fifth round knockout.

Coach Career[edit]

David Light[edit]

Main article: David Light (boxer)

Peach and David Light use to train together under Dr John McKay. Peach started training Light in 2017 for his pro career when Peach called Light and invited him to train at the gym.[20] In 2019, Peach promoted Light fight against former World title contender Mark Flanagan for the WBO Oriental Cruiserweight title.[21] In December 2022, Light fought in Florida to take on Brandon Glanton in a World title eliminator.[22] Light won the fight by split decision.[23] Light for the WBO World Cruiserweight title against Lawrence Okolie in March 2023.[24] Peach said Light was fully prepared for the World title fight and has no excuses no matter what the result.[25] Light lost the fight by unanimous decision.[26] A couple of months after the fight, Peach announced that Light had suffered a stroke as a result from the World title fight.[27] Peach stated they gym felt absolutely devistated.[28]

Andrei Mikhailovich[edit]

Main article: Andrei Mikhailovich

Jerome Pampellone[edit]

Main article: Jerome Pampellone

Mea Motu[edit]

Main article: Mea Motu

Kiki Toa Leutele[edit]

Amato Mataika[edit]

Amato "Matt" Mataika trained under Peach from 2022. Mataika fought on the Mea Motu World title undercard winning against Joseph Tufuga by Unanimous Decision.[29] Mataika had to switch his boxing allegiance to Tonga due to lack of funding from New Zealand. Peach explored the options to pay for the 12,000 bill that comes with competing at the Olympic qualifiers and switiching to Tongan boxing team was the best idea.[30]

Amateur Boxers[edit]

In March 2015, Boaz Peach which is trained by his brother Isaac Peach, would compete in KeriKeri.[31]

Celebrity and corporate boxing[edit]

In September 2015, Shortland Street star Jesse Peach which is which is trained by his brother Isaac Peach. would compete in a celebrity boxing fight on Dean Lonergans Fight for life against musician Shelton Woolright.[32]

In 2023, Peach trained Rugby Player Sam Tuitupou for 2023 Fight for life.[33] Tuitupou won the fight by devestating knockout in ten seconds within the first round.[34]

Boxing titles[edit]

Amateur Boxing titles[edit]

  • New Zealand National Amateur Championships
    • 2009 New Zealand Middleweight Gold Medalist[35]

Professional Boxing titles[edit]

  • New Zealand National Boxing Federation
    • New Zealand National Super Middleweight title[2]

Couch Boxing titles[edit]

  • Boxing New Zealand
    • Joe Thwaites Sheild (2019)[36]
    • Gary Anderson Cup (2021)[37]

Professional boxing record[edit]

13 fights 12 wins 1 loss
By knockout 2 0
By decision 10 1

[2]

No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
13 Win 12–1 Fili Mailata TKO 5 (6) 14 Dec 2013 ABA Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
12 Win 11–1 Fili Mailata UD 4 2 Nov 2012 ABA Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
11 Win 10–1 James Uoka TKO 4 (4) 12 Feb 2022 Sky City Convention Centre, Auckland, New Zealand
10 Win 9–1 Steven Anderson TD 7 (10) 2:23 1 Jun 2012 ABA Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand won vacant New Zealand National (NZNBF version) Suoer Middleweight title
9 Win 8–1 Peter Tovi'o UD 4 23 Mar 2012 ABA Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
8 Win 7–1 Gunnar Jackson UD 6 13 Aug 2011 Telstra Clear Events Centre, Auckland, New Zealand
7 Win 6–1 Dickey Peirera UD 6 5 Aug 2011 Takapuna Rugby Football Club, Auckland, New Zealand
6 Loss 5–1 Steven Anderson SD 6 28 Apr 2011 ABA Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
5 Win 5–0 Edwin Samy UD 6 4 Mar 2011 ASB Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
4 Win 4–0 Paz Viejo UD 4 27 Nov 2010 ABA Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
3 Win 3–0 Paz Viejo UD 4 16 Oct 2010 ABA Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand
2 Win 2–0 Jamie Waru UD 4 9 Jul 2010 Coral Reef Restaurant, Auckland, New Zealand
1 Win 1–0 Moses Ioelu UD 4 17 Jun 2010 ABA Stadium, Auckland, New Zealand

Personal Life[edit]

Peach is married to Alina Peach.[38] Together they co promote all their shows as well as train wall their boxers together.[38] They have four kids together.[38] Outside of boxing, Peach is a Plumber.[38] Both Isaac and Alina were trained by Dr John McKay.[38]

Awards[edit]

  • Halberg Awards
    • 2023 Coach of the Year (Pending)[39]
  • New Zealand Boxing Awards
    • 2019 Trainer of the year (Nominated)[40]
    • 2019 Promoter of the year (Nominated)
    • 2020 Promoter of the year (Won)[41]
    • 2020 Trainer of the year (Won)
    • 2020 Gym of the year (Won)
    • 2021 Promoter of the year (Won)[42]
    • 2021 Trainer of the year (Won)
    • 2021 Gym of the year (Won)
    • 2021 Matchmaker of the year (Won)
    • 2022 Trainer of the year (Won)[43]
    • 2022 Gym of the year (Won)

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Boxing record for Isaac Peach". BoxRec.
  2. ^ a b c d e "Boxrec Profile". Boxrec. 14 December 2013. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  3. ^ "'Thinks he's the man': David Light's coach questions the mindset of Lawrence Okolie". Stuff NZ. 27 January 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  4. ^ "Inside the West Auckland boxing gym pumping out title contenders". One NZ. 14 March 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  5. ^ "Starting rotation: Fighting back - Kiwi boxing punches above its weight". Stuff NZ. 12 March 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  6. ^ "Chinula tops card". The Press. 19 July 2007. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  7. ^ "Rough start". The Press. 21 September 2007. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  8. ^ "Boxing title won despite popped shoulder". Stuff NZ. 24 September 2007. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  9. ^ "NZ boxers win two, lose one at Oceania". Stuff NZ. 8 April 2008. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  10. ^ "Impressive return from Blackbourn". Stuff NZ. 26 May 2008. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  11. ^ "Early exit for champ". The Post. 3 October 2008. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  12. ^ "Bay fighter favourite after new title win". Rotorua Daily Post. 12 October 2009. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  13. ^ "David Tua draws up hit list of fighters". Stuff NZ. 9 May 2010. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  14. ^ "Sykes also after redemption". Rotorua Daily Post. 12 August 2011. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  15. ^ "SIR BOB MISSES PROTEGE PARKER DEMOLISHING AUSSIE". Sunday Star-Times. 14 August 2011. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  16. ^ "Plumbed and ready". Stuff NZ. 15 May 2012. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  17. ^ "Boxing: First rule of this fight club - anything goes". New Zealand Herald. 4 July 2012. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  18. ^ "Shane Cameron defies odds with Barrett KO". Stuff NZ. 9 July 2012. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  19. ^ "One last fight for The Plumber". Western Leader. 13 December 2013. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  20. ^ "Boxing: Kiwi David Light eyes unlikely world cruiserweight title bid against champion Lawrence Okolie". Newshub. 15 December 2022. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  21. ^ "From sniggering to staring: Dave Light ready to take on boxing world". Stuff NZ. 23 December 2018. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  22. ^ "David Light one win away from cruiserweight world title shot". Stuff NZ. 24 November 2022. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  23. ^ "Boxing: Kiwi David Light earns shot at WBO cruiserweight title against champion Lawrence Okolie". New Zealand Herald. 7 December 2022. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  24. ^ "David Light 'delusional', says WBO champ Lawrence Okolie". Stuff NZ. 21 March 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  25. ^ "Isaac Peach: We've got no excuses and feel fully prepared". NewstalkZB. 25 March 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  26. ^ "David Light v Lawrence Okolie recap: Kiwi falls short in WBO world cruiserweight title fight". New Zealand Herald. 26 March 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  27. ^ "Kiwi boxer David Light in hospital after suffering mild stroke". New Zealand Herald. 3 May 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  28. ^ "New Zealand boxer in hospital after stroke". RNZ. 3 May 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  29. ^ "New Zealand amateur boxer switches allegiance to Tonga over lack of Olympic funding". Stuff NZ. 27 August 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  30. ^ "Boxing: Mea Motu; Lani Daniels defend world boxing titles while Jerome Pampellone scores impressive stoppage". New Zealand Herald. 11 August 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  31. ^ "Chadwick makes impressive debut". The Northland Age. 5 March 2015. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  32. ^ "Jesse Peach v. Shelton Woolright in Fight For Life". New Zealand Herald. 24 September 2015. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  33. ^ "Fight For Life: Sam Tuitupou to take hard-hitting approach from rugby field into boxing ring". New Zealand Herald. 8 April 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  34. ^ "Fight for Life: Ex-All Blacks hitman Sam Tuitupou scores devastating knockout against NRL great Roy Asotasi inside 10 seconds". Newshub. 28 April 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  35. ^ "ELITE MALE MIDDLE WEIGHT RECORDS". Boxing New Zealand. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  36. ^ "Coach of The Jameson Belt Winner". Boxing New Zealand. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  37. ^ "Most Scientific Junior Boxer Coach". Boxing New Zealand. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  38. ^ a b c d e "Boxing's power couple: Alina and Isaac are changing lives". Womens Weekly. 29 November 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  39. ^ "Almost 80 nominations for 61st Halberg Awards". One News. 14 December 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  40. ^ "Gladrap NZ Boxing Awards 2019". Gladrap Awards. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  41. ^ "BENJIS 2020 NEW ZEALAND BOXING AWARDS". New Zealand Fighter. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  42. ^ "Benji's New Zealand Boxing Awards 2021". Substack. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  43. ^ "2022 New Zealand Boxing Awards". Substack. Retrieved 15 December 2023.

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