SLAIN BOXER Isiah Jones’ brother has been arrested and charged with his murder following a dispute earlier this week.
Timothy Lyman is accused of getting into an argument with Jones at around 6.20pm on Monday in Detroit before shooting the 28-year-old in the face and fleeing the scene.
Jones’ brother has been charged with one count of second-degree murder and one count of felony firearm
Tragic Isiah Jones won nine and lost seven of his 16 pro contests
Jones was found unresponsive and was later pronounced dead.
Lyman was arrested on Wednesday, and according to prosecutors, has been charged with one count of second-degree murder, TMZ reports.
He has also been charged with one count of felony firearm.
Lyman is due in court for a hearing on the case on Thursday.
Middleweight Jones has been described as a “great father”, who “provided for his kids”.
Jones’ longtime boxing trainer, Roshawn Jones (no relation), told The Ring: “He was a hard worker.
“Everyone is not perfect in life but he was a good human being.
“He’d make you smile and laugh and was a great role model in the gym.”
Jones, a National Golden Gloves winner, turned pro in 2016.
He had a professional record of 9-7-0.
Trainer Roshawn has set up a GoFundMe, with money going towards Jones’ funeral and kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I improve my defensive capabilities in fighting?
It is possible to improve your defensive capabilities by learning how smart you fight. You should be able defend against all attacks and also know how you can counterattack, if necessary.
If you don’t know how to fight, then you won’t be prepared for anything. You’ll just get beaten up. If you know how to fight you will be ready for anything.
Here are some suggestions to help improve your defense.
- Be aware of where your opponent is attacking. This means that you need to pay close attention and observe your opponent’s body language. If your opponent appears nervous, it could mean that he’s about to attack again.
- Stay calm. Don’t panic. Instead, try to remain focused and relaxed.
- Block with your arms. Blocking with your arm is a simple, but effective, way to defend yourself against attackers.
- Counterattack. Counterattack.
- Fight dirty. Fighting dirty is another way to defend yourself. You can kick your opponent back if he throws a kick at it.
How can my punching form be improved?
The most important part of boxing is the punching technique. To be a good boxer, you need to master the art of punching. Here are some tips for improving your punching ability.
- Keep your head straight. While throwing punches, keep your head up.
- Punch from the shoulder. If you are going to throw a punch, aim for the shoulder and not your chin.
- Your feet are your focus. Keep your feet still when you are punching.
- Use short punches that are quick. Your body will be tired faster if you are throwing longer punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always block any incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. You can defend yourself by using your elbows.
- Use your legs. If you learn to use your legs properly, they can help you avoid getting knocked down.
- Keep practicing every day. Even if you feel exhausted after training, don’t give up. You need practice to be successful at any task.
- Have fun! Enjoy what you are doing.
- Remember to breathe. Being able to breathe properly will make you more powerful and provide you with energy.
- Relax. Don’t worry too much about making mistakes. Focus on learning new things.
- Be patient. Boxing is not easy. You will need to practice your boxing skills over time.
- Never stop learning. There will always be improvement.
- Music is a great way to relax. Music can help you relax and concentrate during training.
- Watch videos of professional boxers. Watching them fight can inspire you to work harder.
- Read books. Reading helps you better understand boxing techniques.
- Take breaks. Sometimes it helps to take a break from boxing. Go outside to play soccer or basketball.
- Find a coach. Having a coach who knows boxing well can help you improve faster.
- Do push-ups. Push-ups are great for building strength and endurance.
How can a beginner start boxing at home?
Boxing is one among the oldest sports known to mankind. Boxing was developed in ancient times to train warriors for fighting against foes. Boxing is still a popular sport all over the globe. Boxing doesn’t require you to attend a gym. To box, all you need are a pair gloves and punching bags.
Amateur boxing clubs can be found in your area where you can get trained by professionals. Once you master basic punches & combinations, you will be ready for competition in tournaments.
Statistics
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- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
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How To
Here are some basic skills in boxing
How to box efficiently
Boxing has become a very popular sport. It is a fight between two opponents. Boxing rules vary from one country or another. There are generally three types of boxing: Amateur, Professional, and Olympic.
Amateur boxing is often practiced at school, college, or university. This boxing style includes sparring sessions without protection, using padded gloves. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. There are many different styles of amateur boxing including Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, Wrestling and others.
Professional boxing is usually practiced in gyms, clubs or stadiums. They are protected by protective equipment like a mouthpiece, nose protector, shinguards, elbow pads and knee pads, waist belt, and groin protection. Professional boxing competitions consist of six rounds lasting four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing is done at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. The competition lasts for eight rounds, each lasting three minutes. Only two types of Olympic boxing are available: Light Flyweight or Heavyweight.
The basic skills of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Move your body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require more force than others. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. However, a straight punch is much more powerful and faster than other punches.
There are many combinations of punches. These are combinations which combine several punches in order to achieve a specific goal. A combination may have multiple parts. For example, a left hook followed by a right cross will cause damage to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He does this by using his legs, arms, elbows, hands, knees and feet.
Legs
Boxers should use the legs to protect themselves against kicks. When he receives a kick, he raises his leg and moves away from the attacker. If the attacker is coming from the front, he will bend at the knees to avoid getting kicked on either side. If the attack comes from behind, however, he can stand straight up and block the kick by his foot.
Elbows
Elbow strikes are very effective because they inflict much pain. An elbow strike may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. Directly means that your opponent is hit with your forearm. However, indirectly means that your elbow strike is delivered with another part or your arm.
Hands
Boxers use their arms to stop incoming blows. Boxers raise their fists to block incoming blows and then move in the direction of the attacker’s attack. They then touch the attackers fist.
Knees
To absorb the impact of a punch to the stomach, abdomen, or chest, boxers should bend their knees. For defense purposes, knee strikes are common.
Feet
If he is being attacked, a boxer must take a step back and counter-attack. He can then gain distance from his opponent. Also, boxers must maintain their balance while delivering counter-attacks.
Stances
In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. His stance will determine how he defends. It dictates how he places his body and faces his opponent. Boxers can take many different stances. Here are some of the more popular ones:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Move your body
A boxer must be able to move around his opponent in order to win a fight. This involves changing positions, speed, rhythm and timing.
Rotation
A boxer will rotate his arm when he is throwing a punch. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
The effectiveness of a combination depends on the timing of each individual punch. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.
Spares
Sparring is a form of boxing that aims to improve your skills. Sparring is a training session that helps a boxer train his mind and body. Sparring is a way to learn how to fight without getting hurt.
It is important to be patient and dedicated when learning how to box. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.
