Eskdale School student Nico Dale earns superb win in boxing show at Guisborough

Nico Dale is declared the winner in the fight at Guisborough TA Club.

Eskdale School student Nico Dale earned a superb win against home boxer Frankie Hatton at a show in Guisborough.

From the first bell, Scarborough ABC’s Dale, 13, ensured he took control of matters behind sharp and fast, straight punches which landed to good effect throughout the opening session, as he used good footwork to circle the ring.

The same tactics were deployed in the second round but the pace and workrate were increased by the determined Whitby lad, much to the frustration of Hatton who appeared to struggle to contain Dale.

Moving into the final round it was clear that the travelling boxer didn't want to leave anything to chance against tiring opposition, as he demonstrated high levels of fitness in order to continue to unload crisp combination shots all the way to the final bell.

Despite a nervous wait for the decision, there was little surprise when all three judges agreed unanimously that Dale was the winner.