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Nathaniel Fitch

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In 1977, Fitch enlisted in the U.S. Army where he began his career as an amateur boxer. He transferred to Fort Bragg in 1983.
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Fitch turned pro in 1988 and had limited success. His resume included losses to notable heavyweights
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Fitch went on to win the 1983 All-Army Championship, the 1983 Interservice Championship, the 1984
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He finished his amateur career with a record of 187 wins, 16 losses and 1 draw.
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Upon retirement Fitch became a boxing coach at Fitch's Boxing Club in
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Hall of Famer boxer gives back to Fort Bragg Soldiers, community
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He was also inducted into the North Carolina Boxing Hall Fame.
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1985 United States (AAU) Amateur Champion (+201 lbs)
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1988 National Olympic Trials: in quarterfinals lost to
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1987 Eastern Olympic Trials: Qualified (+201 lbs)
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Fitch (left) assisting on the mitts (U.S. Army Photo)
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