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		Boxing was there for Catalina’s Restaurant Owner/Operator, Joel Caldera, now he wants to make sure it’s there for the kids today (continued) Another young boxer I was able to speak with, Marcus Pernell says, “It’s a family affair”. Pernell has been boxing for about seven years and is also working on becoming a professional boxer. Boxing has always been a huge part of his life, Pernell explains. His history goes back to his Step Grandfather, Ray Lampkin Sr. who was the first boxer from Oregon to go professional and ultimately fight for a championship, against Roberto Duran in March 1975. Ray senior’s son, Ray Lampkin, Jr., also a pupil of Caldera was 8-0 and Novice National Champion in 2002. Lampkin, Jr., and his stepson Pernell are following in some very large and powerful footsteps. Although Pernell has the talent and motivation to achieve professional status he’s also covering his bases. Pernell is back in school, attending Pioneer Pacific College studying web page design, looking to graduate in 2004. Pernell, also a father of two youngsters says, “boxing is a great stress reducer and helps keep me in good shape”. He needs to be in tip-top shape to keep up with his active toddlers. Family surrounds and supports Pernell, and his friends and coaches help keep him focused and moving in the right direction. It’s obvious that Caldera has his hands, or gloves as it were, full. Caldera loves every minute of it even though he can only spend about two days a week with the kids. Caldera’s small office is covered in posters of boxers that once graced the rings of the Dishman center and he shared with me a portion of each boxers story. Many of whom have gone on to semi-professional and professional status. Caldera told me that his brother was also a successful boxer, winning championships and going on to qualify for the Olympic Trials. His brother is now a teacher in the Portland School District. Caldera’s seven-year-old son often accompanies his dad to the gym. Although he’s a bit young to start boxing (boxers must be at least 8 years of age.), he sticks pretty close to his father and watches the boxers go through their workouts. To join Knott Street Boxing Club call 503-262-7272 or 503-913-2339. You can also contact Portland Parks and Recreation at 503-823-5000 for more information about boxing and other programs offered. Caldera, his crew and all the young men and women at the Matt Dishman Community Center invite the public to come watch and cheer on the kids at upcoming competitions. A competition is slated for December. As of press time neither a day nor location had been confirmed. Please call for day, times and prices.
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