(APR 10) Women's boxing is on the rise in Trinidad and Tobago. Jizelle Salandy is the shinning star that is leading the way; she has the full support of her country and thus far she is making her country proud. Our Honorable Prime Minister was on hand to congratulate her and share in her success. It only goes to show that we have a sporting friendly Government who takes an interest in all sports. Without the assistance of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and the vision of my promotion Salandy's career would not have been where it is today and we thank our Government greatly for that.

Jizelle is also appreciative of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and has dedicated her last fight to the Prime Minister of her country. Also the Minister of Gender Affairs was very forthright in promoting Jizelle and has offered free academics tuition right up to University, in order to improve herself and to prepare her for a life after boxing, a gesture in which Jizelle whole heartedly embraces. I commend the Government for their thoughtfulness in the growth and development of their citizens.

Salandy is presently doing an eloquation course at one of our local University. She would also be given a annual grant to assist her in her training.

Salandy's next fight would be against the WBC number one contender, Trisha Turton, on June 7th 2007 at Skinner Park, San Fernando, Trinidad.

Attach are two pictures of Jizelle Salandy with The Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago and the Minister of Community Development, Culture and Gender Affairs of Trinidad and Tobago, in the boxing ring immediately after winning the fight with Yvonne Reis.  Picture I shows the Honorable Prime Minister, Patrick Manning congratulating Salandy with the WBC belt across her chest and the National Flag of Trinidad and Tobago.  Picture 2 shows from left to right: Diana Rodriguez, the Prime Minister, the WBC Supervisor Mr. Hernando Steidel, Jizelle Salandy, boxer Kevin Placide (the new WBE 147 lbs title holder) and Ms. Joan Yuille Williams, the honorable Minster of Community Development, Culture and Gender Affairs.