Chadderton prospect Lucas bags North West Development title

Triumphant Lucas Okun is flanked by coaches Gary Hibbert and Paul Cave

One of Chadderton Boxing Club's hottest young prospects is now gearing up for a tilt at National glory.

Lucas Okun, who is 19, was successful in the Development 63.5kg-67kg category at the North West Championships.

He will now go on to the Nationals to pit his wits against some top fighters from other regions.

Lucas is coached by Gary Hibbert and Paul Cave at Jason Wallace's gym on Broadway.

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