Boxing: Isle of Man boxing is 'thriving'

Coach says he's seen increase in participation in recent months

The boxing scene on the Isle of Man is currently 'thriving', according to the Island's head of performance in the sport.

Peter Roberts says there's been an influx in recent months of people getting involved, including an increase in female competitors locally.

Jade Burden and Jamie Devine represented the Isle of Man in boxing at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in July and August this year.

Mr Roberts also thinks the Island will see more future stars making their mark in the sport in the 'not too distant future':