SUSS Boxing IG Competes with Heart at NUS Varsity Challenge 2025
Date: 3 Apr 2025
News Type:Event Highlights
School/Department: Student Success Centre
From left to right: Siew Shi En, Daphne Ho, Jay Chua, and Kiew Hong Ren.
The SUSS Boxing Interest Group (IG) took on the NUS Varsity Challenge 2025 on 17 January 2025, stepping into the ring with unwavering determination. Featuring 11 intense bouts, the competition brought together student-athletes from across universities, pushing each of them to their limits and providing invaluable experience on a competitive stage.
Representing SUSS were Siew Shi En (Year 2, Early Childhood Education), Daphne Ho Yan Ting (Year 3, Finance), Jay Chua Jie Yang (Year 2, Business Analytics), and Kiew Hong Ren (Year 1, Sports and Physical Education). Despite facing formidable opponents, our student-athletes embraced the challenge head-on, showcasing resilience, discipline, and courage. Each bout tested their adaptability, mental fortitude, and ability to perform under pressure.
SUSS Boxing Community Rallies Behind Student-athletes at NUS Varsity Challenge 2025
The SUSS community was out in full force, with teammates, friends, and supporters rallying behind the student-athletes. Reflecting on the experience, Daphne shared, “Participating in this event has been an incredible learning opportunity. Each fight, whether we were in the ring or watching from the corner, provided lessons that will shape our training and growth moving forward.” Jay echoed this sentiment, adding, “Every bout sharpens our skills, and we’re dedicated to applying these insights to future challenges.”
The Varsity Challenge was more than just a competition: it was a testament to the perseverance and dedication of the SUSS Boxing IG. The event highlighted the importance of continuous improvement, learning from every experience, and stepping out of comfort zones to grow as athletes and individuals. These key takeaways reflect our commitment to excellence, discipline, and continuous growth; values that define the SUSS Boxing IG.
Feeling inspired to step into the ring? Join SUSS Boxing IG and be part of a team that pushes limits and grows together! Stay updated on our training sessions and upcoming events by following us on Instagram @SUSSBoxing.