Team Norfolk Boxing athletes overcome adversity to win national titles in Grand Rapids
Earlier this month, Team Norfolk Boxing traveled to Grand Rapids, Michigan, to compete in the 2025 Ringside King of the Jungle National Championship Tournament — and returned home with championship titles in hand.
The spotlight belonged to two rising stars from the team: 11th grader Alexander Potter and 8th grader Ezra Scott. Both athletes delivered standout performances on the national stage, solidifying their status as champions and leaving their mark on the tournament.
Potter entered the competition as an underdog, primarily due to his smaller size compared to his opponent. Despite the odds, he embraced the challenge and rose to the occasion, securing a win through grit and determination.
Ezra Scott, already a four-time national champion before this year’s tournament, faced a different kind of obstacle. Battling back from an Achilles sprain that sidelined him for four months, Scott went into his match knowing he’d have to push through both physical pain and tough competition. His return to the ring marked not only a comeback but a triumph over adversity.
Both fighters demonstrated the resilience, focus, and championship mindset that define Team Norfolk Boxing — and with their latest wins, they’ve made it clear: their journey is far from over.