Saluting the pioneers of women's boxing by Mary Spencer Source: Press Release April 6, 2012 (APR 6) So I read on Twitter the other day that we're less than four months away from the 2012 London Olympics. It's strange to be reminded. I've been doing this for over 10 years and it's always been the same. At 5 a.m., I get a wake-up call from Charlie (my coach) and I'm at the gym for 6:00, lacing up my shoes for some road work or lacing up the gloves for some sparring. Either way, it's what I've gotten used to doing six days a week. I love it.  Charlie and I have trained to make me a better boxer each and every time I perform. It started with my first national championship in 2004 and we haven't looked back since. Since then I've won nine Canadian titles and three world championships.      International Boxing Championships to Be Held in Cornwall Source: Press Release March 26, 2012 The Canadian Amateur Boxing Association is holding the 2012 Women's Elite Continental Boxing Championships at the NAV CENTRE in Cornwall, Ontario, from April 4th to April 7th.  15 countries have registered and close to 150 athletes and officials have confirmed their participation. These championships are being held under the Association International de Boxe Amateure's rules, i.e.: the Olympic Games' rules.  Confirmed and registered countries include Argentina, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Dominica, Ecuador, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Republic Dominican, Saint-Lucia, USA and Puerto Rico.  This is the first time this competition is held in Canada," said Francis Beaulieu, Project Manager with the Canadian Amateur Boxing Association. "This competition is also a prelude to the last qualifications for the 2012 Olympics in London." "I am pleased to welcome Boxing Canada, the athletes, and boxing fans to Cornwall," said Mayor Bob Kilger. "Cornwall has a rich history in boxing. Best of luck to all athletes - may your experiences in and out of the ring be rewarding!"  The President of the American Boxing Confederation (AMBC), Mr. Doming Solano, will be present, along with an International Technical Official team of seven people, all from Latin America. The AMBC represents forty-four countries throughout the Americas.  Mr Pat Fiacco , the President of the Canadian Amateur Boxing Association, who also happens to be the Mayor of the City of Regina, will be present for the entire competition.