On Monday, December 5, 2011 at 4:30 p.m. boxers from the Fort Myers Police Athletic League boxing league will receive special recognition at the Fort Myers City Council meeting. In November the athletes traveled to Fort Pierce and participated in the State PAL Boxing Championships. The following members participated:
Dario Bredicean was the champion in the 165 lb, 17-18 year old weight class
Jose Muniz placed second in the 165 lb, 17-18 year old weight class
Daniel Quirz placed fourth in the 165 lb, 17-18 year old weight class
Benjamin Orozco was the champion in the 110 lb, 13-14 year old weight class
PAL is a not-for-profit organization serving 400+ youth annually by providing athletic, educational and social programs to area children. The program supplies equipment, uniforms and transportation to participants at little or no cost. All coaches and volunteers are from the Fort Myers Police Department and the local community. PAL strives to provide role models, develop discipline, and instill self-esteem and foster positive moral values. PAL is supported primarily through donations. For more information contact Officer Johnny Seay at 693-1146.