TWO Tavistock Boxing Club fighters, Peter Jarman and Joe Dyke, made successful entries into the sport this weekend. Considering their lack of ring knowledge they both did well.

Pete Jarman was the first in the ring at Devonport’s event on Saturday.

Although slightly taller, Pete was able to contain his opponent, Wilf Ballo from Mayflower BC, by using his longer reach. Ballo in turn tried to close his man and effectively put across some heavy blows.

The rounds were even. Pete showed great spirit and was resolute in his attacks pushing his opponent to the ropes on several occasions.

Pete was declared a winner by a majority verdict. Tavistock ABC Tony Fennell said: ‘It was a good contest to watch and I am sure there will be a rematch requested.’

Joe Dyke was the next to enter the ring his opponent Toby Saunders of Devonport - on this occasion Joe had given away some weight and was by far the lighter although taller.

From the first bell Joe’s good left jab was the dominant punch in the contest and sustaining few blows himself, he began to wear down his opposition.

His opponent took a standing eight count in the second round, Joe lacked the experience to press home his advantage immed-iately after this.

In the closing stages of the third and last round, with arms getting weary, Joe’s guard dropped and Saunders landed good, powerful punches to Joe’s chin. He was able to weather these and the bell was sounded. Joe was declared unanimous winner on points.

Tony added: ‘It is hoped to match these boxers and others from Tavistock ABC with opponents in Tavistock’s first Open show on March 10.’