It was a close match for Salmon Arm’s Bulldog Boxing owner Peggy Maerz, who participated in the Strawson Boxing Promotion in Nanaimo on July 18.
Maerz, who was pitted against Alisah McPhee from Langley, came up short with a split-decision loss.
Although she didn’t come out on top, Maerz is proud of the way she performed – and a little surprised at the ref’s decision
“I conquered the ring – it’s too bad,” said Maerz, adding the fight was one of the best of her life. “I’m so pleased at my performance that it’s hard to stay annoyed at the decision.”
One of her boxers, Ryan Hornung, helped train Maerz for the fight, and travelled with her to Nanaimo for his first time cornering.
Maerz said training was a lot of work, and she had all her bases covered before going into the ring.
“Salmon Arm is making a mark in the professional boxing world. I’m proud of Hornung and my team,” said Maerz. “I don’t hang my head with the decision.”
