BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) \u2014 Anthony Aceves and Edgar Gonzalez recently won gold at the International Open Tournament in Colorado, adding to a growing list of accomplishments for the local program.<\/p>\n
At just 13-years-old, Aceves is a two-time national champion and an international titleholder, trains six days a week as he continues to build on his success.<\/p>\n
\u201cI feel safe in there. I trust my skills to protect me throughout the fight,\u201d Aceves said.<\/p>\n
Currently ranked No. 1 in the 90-pound division, Aceves is moving up to 95 pounds, where he has already reached a No. 3 ranking. <\/p>\n
He said his long-term goal is to compete at the highest level.<\/p>\n
\u201cHopefully I can make Team USA, travel the world, and fight different countries and different styles,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Gonzalez, 17, is also gaining momentum. <\/p>\n
He began boxing at age 8 and has developed his skills through years of training and mentorship within the program.<\/p>\n
\u201cI learned from Miguel Cheddar and my past teammates that went pro. I\u2019ve just been taking notes from them,\u201d Gonzalez said.<\/p>\n
Now, those lessons are paying off. <\/p>\n
Gonzalez said he is working toward a professional boxing career.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt feels like all my problems go away. <\/p>\n
Once I\u2019m in the gym, I\u2019m just happy I can\u2019t explain it,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Aceves said representing his hometown continues to motivate him as he builds his career.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt feels great. I feel like I\u2019m representing Bakersfield the right way, and I hope to keep doing that and one day go pro,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Both fighters are set to compete next at the Junior Olympics Summer Festival in Wichita, Kansas, as they continue their pursuit of national and international success.<\/p>\n
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