Silesian 2026: Seven boxers selected for all-female competition in Poland
August 12, 2026 | by Chris Boyd
England Performance is delighted to announce that seven boxers have been selected to represent England at the upcoming Silesian Competition in Poland.
The all-female tournament will take place in Gliwice from 25th–29th August, with the team travelling on 23rd August to allow the boxers to acclimatise ahead of the competition.
The 2026 edition marks England Performance’s return to the historic competition, following previous appearances in 2023 and 2024.
Beth Walsh returns to Poland having competed at the 2023 edition, while Madi Gittins was part of the 2024 squad that enjoyed a successful tournament, returning home with one gold, one silver and one bronze medal.
Full Squad
| Weight | Name | Club | Region |
| U51kg | Madi Gittins | Box Club | Yorkshire |
| U54kg | Amelia Kennedy | RAF | UK Armed Forces |
| U54kg | Beth Walsh | Tigers | Yorkshire |
| U57kg | Shassen Dutton | Salisbury ABC | Merseyside & Cheshire |
| U57kg | Caitlyn Wise | Worcester City | Midlands |
| U60kg | Terri Stuart | British Army | UK Armed Forces |
| U70kg | Crystal Barker | Hook & Jab | Merseyside & Cheshire |
Lead National Coach Amanda Coulson will lead the team in Poland, assisted by Chris Lodge and Liam Alloway.
Gerry Mateer will also travel with the squad as an official for the tournament.
EB / Andy Chubb
