Meet the Coaches
Decades of elite experience, passion, and commitment to every boxer who walks through our doors.
Graham
Head Coach & Competition Secretary
Graham first walked through the doors of Barnstaple ABC in 1997, bringing his son along to help him build confidence after being bullied at school.
Coach Annaka
From Charity Bout to Corner Crew
Annaka first stepped into the ring in 2020, taking on a charity boxing match — and never looked back.
Coach Fin
A Lifetime in the Ring
With over four decades of experience in boxing — as both a fighter and a coach — Coach Fin brings a wealth of knowledge, discipline, and passion to every training session.
Jamie
A Lifelong Passion for Sport and Coaching
Jamie’s journey with Barnstaple Amateur Boxing Club began at the age of 14, where he quickly showed his talent by reaching a national final in 2008.
Coach Shahnaz (Naz)
A Life Built on Sport and Strength
From the football pitch to the boxing gym, Coach Shahnaz has dedicated her life to sport, competition, and pushing boundaries.
Jimmy Randall
Former England Boxer
Jimmy first stepped into Barnstaple ABC as a boxer and never really left. A former fighter turned coach, Jimmy brings his military background and years of experience to the gym.
Jed Davies
Club Captain & Senior Coach
Jed Davies has been boxing from an early age with Barnstaple ABC and is now a senior boxer, coach, and the club’s current captain.