EP19 Coaching Legends: In Conversation with Mark Tibbs

In this powerful episode, hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore sit down with the one and only Mark Tibbs — legendary boxing coach and son of the great Jimmy Tibbs. Mark takes us through his incredible journey, from his roots as an amateur boxer to becoming one of the most respected trainers in the game. He opens up about working with elite fighters like Dillian Whyte, Billy Joe Saunders, Johnny Fisher, and Richard Riakporhe, and breaks down what it truly takes to develop a champion. Expect wisdom, behind-the-scenes stories, and an honest look at the challenges of modern boxing. Plus, Mark plays a fun segment evaluating some of the greatest boxing coaches of all time 🧠🔥 💼 This episode is proudly sponsored by Blackburn & Co. 🕰️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to the Champion Contender Podcast 00:30 – Introducing Boxing Coach Mark Tibbs 00:53 – Mark’s Early Boxing Journey 02:51 – Transition to Professional Boxing 08:24 – Coaching Career & Working with Billy Joe Saunders 10:01 – Lessons from Father Jimmy Tibbs 16:40 – Training Philosophy & Fighter Development 19:38 – Challenges and Rewards of Coaching 22:42 – Training Heavyweights vs. Lightweights 23:33 – Hardest Workers in the Gym 25:30 – Upcoming Talents & Future Prospects 31:08 – Sponsored by Blackburn & Co. 💼 32:32 – Training Techniques & Injury Management 40:09 – Introduction to Tommy Fletcher 40:44 – Training with Billy Joe Saunders 41:20 – Discovering Tommy Fletcher 42:33 – Tommy Fletcher’s Sparring Sessions 45:48 – Richard Riakporhe's Journey 47:49 – Preparing Riakporhe for Big Fights 01:02:07 – Women’s Boxing & Training Ebony Bridges 01:06:19 – Coaching Elle Brooke 01:12:41 – Memorable Fights & Key Insights 01:13:30 – Public Workout & Faith Ordway Fight 01:15:28 – Misfits Boxing & Coaching Challenges 01:21:59 – Coaching King Kenny & Training Camps 01:24:56 – Evaluating Boxing Legends & Coach Rankings 01:38:16 – Faith and Coaching Philosophy 01:40:31 – Final Thoughts and Farewell 📲 Follow Champion Contender Podcast: 🎙️ YouTube: @TheChampAndContenderPodcast 📸 Instagram: @champandcontenderpodcast 📱 TikTok: @champandcontenderpodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: @champcontender📩 Business Enquiries: [email protected]