Hayley lifts southern boxing title

Weller, who lives in Woodingdean, won the title in the 57-60kg category.

The Fishergate fighter had to overcome a stellar field on her way to claiming the class-A championship. Weller will now fight in the national semi-finals later this year.

She said: “I’m so happy to have won the Southern Counties final and am very much looking forward to the national semi-final.

“I’m feeling confident going forward in the championships but never underestimate my opponents. Myself and my team have worked extremely hard to get to this point and I couldn’t have done it without them, we are like a family.

“I am 32 years old now, so not like most of the spring chickens out there but I don’t let that stop me achieving my boxing goals.

“Boxing has become a big part of my life and I never want to be without it.”

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