Two Gold Medals, Two Team Canada Selections

Iliya Aliakbari, U23 Gold Medalist

Iliya Aliakbari delivered a championship performance in the U23 division, showing the kind of maturity, control, and ring intelligence required to succeed against top national competition. Winning a gold medal at this level is a major accomplishment in itself, but the significance goes even further.

By capturing gold, Iliya officially secured his place on the Canadian National Team.

Reaching this point takes far more than talent. It demands consistent preparation, mental toughness, technical sharpness, and the ability to perform under pressure when every round matters. Iliya’s success reflects all of those qualities. His national title confirms his position as one of the country’s top young boxers in his division and opens the door to future high performance opportunities in Canadian amateur boxing.

Soroush Ganjyar, U19 Gold Medalist

In the U19 division, Soroush Ganjyar also rose to the moment and claimed a gold medal, becoming another proud national champion for Cheriki Boxing Academy.

Most importantly, Soroush’s gold medal earned him a place on the Canadian National Team as well.

This achievement is especially meaningful because national championship tournaments test more than athletic ability. They test composure, decision making, confidence, and the ability to stay sharp against strong opposition. Soroush proved he has all of those qualities. His performance in Calgary demonstrated that he belongs among the best young boxers in the country, and his selection to Team Canada is a reflection of that level.

Nine Elite Athletes, One Strong Statement

Cheriki Boxing Academy attended the national championships with a strong team presence, bringing nine elite athletes to the event. In a tournament where every bout matters and every result is earned, the academy made a powerful statement.

Producing two gold medals at a national selection event is a major success for any boxing club. Doing it while representing Team Ontario and competing against the best fighters in Canada says even more about the quality of the academy’s athletes and coaching environment.

These results were not accidental. They came from structured training, long term development, and a culture that pushes athletes to improve every day. From technical preparation to physical conditioning and mental readiness, Cheriki Boxing Academy continues to demonstrate what a serious high performance boxing program looks like.

More Than Medals, A Direct Path to Team Canada

What makes this achievement even bigger is the fact that these gold medals were not only podium finishes. They were direct breakthroughs to the Canadian National Team.

That point deserves to be emphasized.

Both Iliya Aliakbari and Soroush Ganjyar earned their places on Team Canada through their gold medal performances at the 2026 Canada Cup.

For young athletes, being selected to the national team changes everything. It validates years of sacrifice, places them into the country’s top performance pathway, and gives them access to the next level of competition and development. It also shows that they have reached a standard recognized at the national level.

For Cheriki Boxing Academy, this is a proud and defining moment. It shows that the academy is not only helping athletes win local and provincial bouts, it is helping build national champions and Team Canada boxers.

Building Champions Through Discipline and Vision

At Cheriki Boxing Academy, success is never treated as luck. The academy’s philosophy is built on hard work, resilience, accountability, and long term development. Fighters are taught to respect the process, stay consistent, and never lose sight of the bigger picture.

That mindset is exactly what turns promising athletes into champions.

The journey from gym training to the national stage is demanding. It involves early mornings, exhausting sessions, setbacks, adjustments, and constant improvement. Athletes must sharpen their technique, strengthen their bodies, and learn how to stay composed under the brightest lights. The results in Calgary are the reward for that process.

They are also a reflection of the coaches, support system, and environment behind the scenes, all working together toward a common goal, excellence.

Cheriki Boxing Academy’s Growing Legacy in Canadian Boxing

These victories strengthen Cheriki Boxing Academy’s reputation as one of the serious boxing programs developing top level talent in Canada. As more athletes rise through the system, the academy continues to prove that it is a place where dedication meets opportunity.

To produce two national champions at one of the country’s most important amateur boxing events is a major accomplishment.

To produce two athletes who officially entered Team Canada is even bigger.

This is the kind of milestone that defines an academy’s legacy.

The Road Ahead

For Iliya Aliakbari and Soroush Ganjyar, this is only the beginning. Winning gold at the national championships and earning a spot on Team Canada is a huge achievement, but it also marks the start of a new chapter filled with even greater challenges and opportunities.

For Cheriki Boxing Academy, it is another reminder of what is possible when athletes commit fully to the journey.

From local development to national recognition, the message is clear:

Champions are built here.

At the 2026 Canada Cup in Calgary, Cheriki Boxing Academy did more than win medals. The academy helped send two fighters to the Canadian National Team, proving once again that its athletes are ready for the highest level.

Congratulations to Iliya Aliakbari and Soroush Ganjyar, two national champions, and two new members of Team Canada.

Cheriki Boxing Academy. Never Give Up.