🥊 Community Health Education Scholarship Launches at Pharaoh Boxing Club

Pharaoh Boxing Club is proud to announce the launch of its Community Health Education Scholarship, a dynamic work-study initiative designed to empower emerging leaders in health education while enriching the lives of local youth through fitness and mentorship.

This scholarship reflects Pharaoh Boxing’s ongoing commitment to holistic community wellness, youth empowerment, and the development of future educators and wellness advocates.

🎓 Scholarship Overview

Each scholarship cycle spans four months, aligning with Pharaoh Boxing’s youth class rotations. Recipients earn a total scholarship value of $760, composed of:

• $600 through work-study hours teaching structured youth boxing classes
• $160 in-kind support from Pharaoh Boxing Club, offering free adult boxing classes to promote personal health and wellness

This initiative is more than financial support — it’s a platform for leadership development, community engagement, and personal growth.

🧠 Meet the Scholarship Recipients

🥇 Zeke Hernandez

Major: Health Education & Physical Administration Hometown: Carterville, Illinois

Zeke is a seasoned boxer with over three years of experience in the sport. A former high school wrestler, he transitioned into boxing and kickboxing with a passion for discipline and mentorship. His journey began right here in Carterville, where he first connected with Pharaoh Boxing Club as a volunteer coach. That year of service laid the foundation for his commitment to youth mentorship and community wellness. Zeke’s technical skill, combined with his deep roots in the local community, make him a standout leader in this scholarship cycle.

🥇 Jacob AdamWayne Crawford

Major: Health Education & Physical Administration Hometown: Carterville, Illinois

Jacob has been boxing for a year and a half, with seven fights under his belt. His coaching style is grounded in fundamentals — footwork, timing, and conditioning — and he leads by example, never asking students to do something he wouldn’t do himself. As a personal trainer and junior at Southern Illinois University, Jacob brings both academic insight and real-world experience to the ring. He sees Pharaoh Boxing not just as a gym, but as a family bonded by triumphs and tribulations, both inside and outside the ring.

Expect honest effort, real growth, and a coach who’s all in.

💬 A Word from Pharaoh Boxing Club

“This scholarship isn’t just about teaching boxing — it’s about building leaders. Zeke and Jacob exemplify the values of health, resilience, and community. We’re honored to support their journey and the youth they inspire.”

📸 What’s Next?

Follow Pharaoh Boxing Club on social media for behind-the-scenes training, mentorship moments, and youth class highlights. This scholarship is just the beginning — we’re building a movement rooted in strength, service, and community.