Broome Boxing Club duo Baden Trunfio and Ash Schaffer bring home silver from golden gloves competition

Broome Boxing Club duo, Baden Trunfio and Ash Schaffer have once again done their town proud after bringing home silver from the national golden gloves competition earlier this month. Taking place from August 22 to 25, both of the Broome fighters competed in the semi final bout for their categories but unfortunately fell short, claiming silver in their weight class. Despite ultimately losing the bout, making it all the way to final bout and earning a silver medal against some of Australia’s best boxers represents a remarkable achievement for both of the Broome fighters. The two young fighters have featured in the Advertiser’s pages countless times before for their talent inside the ring and are the face of Broome Boxing Club. Earlier this year in May, Trunfio won gold at the Australian Club Championships where he dominated the bout with his wealth of experience in the ring while Schaffer claimed the title of State Champion after the talented young fighter took down his opponent on June 24 last year. But the two young men also do the club proud outside of the ring, working with younger club members and passing down their knowledge, making their mark as role models for the Broome youth that walk through the club’s doors. “Ash coaches the kids class, Baden and another young man Solei also help out the class, giving back to the club,” Broome Boxing Club volunteer Tara Murphy said. “They’re amazing young men and role models for our community.” The fighters now look forward to competing in the WA vs SA competition set for this Saturday, September 7.