Local athlete does Salmon Arm boxing club proud in Puerto Rico<\/p>\n
Published 12:30 pm Wednesday, May 20, 2026<\/p>\n
Jackson Mitchell did his Salmon Arm boxing club proud in Puerto Rico.<\/p>\n
Bulldogs Boxing coaches Peggy Maerz and Jordyn Konrad accompanied Mitchell to the U.S. territory where he spent 10 days (May 7-17) training, adapting and competing alongside Boxing BC\u2019s Youth and U19 team.<\/p>\n
Mitchell dominated in the ring, securing a flawless three\u2011for\u2011three record and related hardware.<\/p>\n
Konrad said Mitchell\u2019s first fight was unscheduled, taking place the day after their arrival.<\/p>\n
When the unexpected opportunity arose, she said Mitchell stepped in without hesitation, adding the \u201cimpromptu matchup revealed something essential\u201d about his development.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe showed he could adapt and be ready at any moment, which is key at this level. You\u2019ve got to take advantage of opportunities when they arise,\u201d said Konrad in a news release.<\/p>\n
Konrad said the early win gave Mitchell momentum heading into the next day\u2019s bout, \u201cwhere he showcased his technical skill and ring IQ, out\u2011boxing his Puerto Rican opponent with confidence and control.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAfter the second match, Mitchell regrouped with Team BC, focusing on staying sharp and adjusting to the intense humidity and heat \u2013 conditions far different from home,\u201d said Konrad.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe preparation paid off, allowing for micro-adjustments for upcoming matches.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn his final match the following weekend, Mitchell once again rose to the occasion, beating both the heat and his opponent to secure his third straight victory.<\/p>\n
\u201cTwo of the wins came by stoppage, the other was by unanimous decision.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Konrad praised Mitchell\u2019s performance and growth.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are very proud of Jackson\u2019s performance and how he has grown over the last couple of months, and even over the span of the trip,\u201d said Konrad. \u201cHe has great skill and ring IQ. It was nice to see him box and use the tools needed while also dealing with conditions he isn\u2019t used to.\u201d<\/p>\n
Konrad boxed in Puerto Rico three years ago and knew it was a place she wanted to bring athletes. She explained the Bulldogs Provincial Development Team, launched almost three years ago, has been working toward opportunities like this \u201cand Mitchell was ready!\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cHis hard work and dedication to the sport is paying off,\u201d Konrad said. \u201cIt\u2019s showing not only provincially but also against international competitors.<\/p>\n
\u201cMitchell\u2019s undefeated run in Puerto Rico is another milestone for Bulldogs Boxing, a club that continues to prove it can produce athletes capable of performing \u2013 and winning \u2013 on the international stage.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n