Photos/Report: Boxing Bob Newman
The afternoon session saw the referees seminar conducted by Steve Willis and Tony Weeks, both introduced by Melvina Lathan. Willis began with a talk entitled “Preventive Officiating.” Preparation can and will prevent mishaps in the performance of the official on the night. Everything from having your passport ready, to knowing the customs of the country to which one is traveling, who is picking you up at the airport, rules of the local commission, etc.
Willis then introduced referee Tony Weeks who discussed his own pre-fight routine. Specific pre-fight instructions in the locker room, giving the opportunity for the fighters or their corners to ask any questions. Continue reading “IBF 38th Convention Referees Seminar”