Download or read book Megan's Boy written by Amanda Aubrey-Burden and published by . This book was released on 2018-09-16 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the long-awaited biography of Tony Borg, award-winning boxing coach whose life has been as challenging outside of the ring as it has within it. From the tough streets of Splott, Cardiff, Tony began boxing at the age of seven and enjoyed a successful amateur career that saw him fight and win in over one hundred bouts.The sudden death of his mother, Megan, when he was seventeen, saw his life change dramatically as he faced a very different world with no father and two younger sisters to look after. As he struggled to fulfil the role of parent, his dreams of boxing were beset by further tragedy that saw him finally hanging up the gloves despite a making a brave comeback.Over 25 years later he is now at the top of the game as a highly-respected coach with a stable-full of Welsh Champions that have put St. Joseph's gym in Newport well and truly on the map. Lee Selby and Gary Buckland to name just two.His is a story of hardship and hope that will resonate with all those who dare to dream and make the magic happen!