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Boxing Coach Faces Backlash for Kids' Bloody Sparring Session

A California boxing coach's video of bloodied 10-year-olds sparring has sparked a heated debate over child safety in combat sports.

  • A California boxing coach posted a video showing two 10-year-olds with bloodied faces after a sparring session, igniting controversy.
  • Experts and the public condemn the practice, citing risks of brain damage and questioning the ethics of children in combat sports.
  • The coach defends the practice, arguing it's part of training, while critics call for legal action and stricter regulations.
  • Neuroscientists and combat sports professionals emphasize the dangers of head trauma in children, advocating for no head shots until age 14.
  • The incident has divided the internet, with some defending the coach's approach to training and others labeling it as child abuse.
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