Unknown Talents
Mentoring Programs
Ours Mentor’s Role
The role of the mentor is to act as: Advisor and coach: providing advice, guidance and feedback; share their experience and expertise as appropriate; act as a sounding board for ideas and action plans Champion and cheerleader: giving encouragement and support to try new things to help youth move out their comfort zones, celebrate successes and help youth understand when things do not go as planned continue to move forward, help youth to take risks when appropriate and yet consider and weigh potential consequences of decisions and actions. Also, mentoring help youth with improving attitudes about learning new things; modeling desired behaviors; cultivating the right attitude. Resource and recommendations are always welcome because that is how we expand and identify resources that will help the youth with personal development and growth.
Unknown Talent wants to help each child understand the rules of society and how decision making & accountability are some of the most important values in life.
We want your child to succeed and we would love to help them!
Unknown Talent wants to make sure your child has a support system. Our mentors will help your child with homework and tutoring, help in stressful/crisis situations, be someone the child can trust and talk to.
Each child will have a dedicated mentor/buddy that is there for the child and therefore will assist with anything that may come up, should parents need assistance/advice. This mentor will be available in person, by phone and by text.
This mentor program is an additional support system for children who need it. The mentor will spend time with the child each weekend. They will partake in sporting events and other social activities. They will definitively be a positive role model for the child. The mentor can also assist the family with taking the child to appointments.
Activities offered:
Weekend sports events
Cooking classes
Movies
Music events
Going out to eat
He was once Unknown Talent. NOT ANY MORE!!!
BOSTON (December 7, 2020) - Ryan Roach's Fighter Locker has signed Boston featherweight Troy Anderson, Jr. to an exclusive managerial contract.
Anderson, a union Sheetmetal worker in local 17, was a decorated amateur who won a gold medal at the 2016 Rocky Marciano Tournament, as well as The New England's Tournament twice in 2018-2019, and won Central Division of the New England Golden Gloves Tournament twice and runner-up twice during his four-year (2016-2019) run. He also competed in three national tournaments.
Anderson, though, didn't start boxing until he was 23, when he walked into a gym for the first time, 10 years after his two best friends introduced him to boxing. "I started in boxing because I hoped to succeed and reach my goals through boxing," Anderson explained. "I train at Nonantum Boxing Club in Newton (MA), where Marc Gargaro is my coach. He's one of the best in New England. He coaches for USA Boxing. I wouldn't be in this business without him because he's built me from scratch. I'm so glad to be coached by him and we've developed a bond like family."
At the age of 28, Anderson has decided to turn pro, which, of course, is relatively late in boxing. But he still feels 21 because of the way he moves and that he wasn't on the wrong end of beatings in the amateurs. He's also gained confidence sparring with some of New England's top pros and amateurs.
"I put a lot of hard work in the gym the past 5 or 6 years and I got tired of the amateurs," Anderson explained why he decided to turn pro now. "It's not too late for me; others have started late like me and went on to become world champion. I want to be in that group”.
"I thank Ryan Roach for giving me this opportunity to join Fighter Locker. He's honest and I was comfortable with him. I like him and know he's going to keep an eye on me. Why not sign with a Boston manager to help put boxing here back on the map?"
"I'm excited about signing Troy Anderson, Jr." Roach said. "I've been watching him for years and he's developed well under Marc. Troy has fought the best in the country. He's a very well-rounded fighter. I'm excited about adding him to the stable. He's a BOSTON fighter and a great young man. It's a win-win for us."
Anderson realizes that he needs to move to set up his shots, throw multiple punches, and change angles. He's a slick southpaw who normally doesn't rush in the ring. Anderson is thrilled to know that ripping body punches will score points, unlike in the amateur ranks, and breakdown his opponent. He predicts that he'll display more power than he did as an amateur.
"I'm driven to reach my goals," he concluded. "I hope to make my pro debut early next year, pending pandemic restrictions. Ryan has kept his fighters busy, some fighting in Mexico. I love the challenge and can't wait!"