WIDNES boxer Cameron Lewis can reflect upon a fine end to his amateur career.
And having become national champion while making Royal Air Force history in the process, it was quite a way to bring the curtain down.
Lewis, who serves in the RAF as an air traffic controller, became the first serving Air Force member to compete in an England Boxing Elite National final since 1998, while the RAF’s last national champion in his light-heavyweight division was future professional world champion Dennis Andries back in 1975.
His victory was part of a historic 2026 that saw him win 12 of his 13 bouts, which saw him win tournaments both nationally and internationally and scoop a silver medal in the Four Nations Championship.
“The discipline, resilience and professionalism demanded by both careers have played a major role in my development inside and outside the ring,” said Lewis, who is now plotting a professional career as well as continuing to serve.
“I am also proud to represent my hometown of Widnes, the Merseyside and Cheshire region, the Royal Air Force, and TS Boxing Stable under coach Terry Spencer.
“The support I have received from all of these communities has been instrumental in helping me reach this level.
“Looking back, the achievements of 2026 are something I will always be proud of.
“To finish my amateur career as an England Boxing Elite National Champion, an international silver medallist, a UK Armed Forces Champion, and winner of multiple major box cups while compiling an 11-1 record is more than I could have asked for.”
Winning the national title earned Lewis a spot in England's Four Nations squad and in the semi-finals, he defeated Welsh champion Jacob Parry to seal his place in the final and guarantee a medal for England.
In the final, he faced Irish boxer Kelyn Cassidy – one of the most experienced boxers in the division.
After a narrow 4-1 split decision loss, he took the silver medal for his country but as he explains, it means much more than that.
After the final, Lewis commented: “For me, that medal represents far more than simply reaching a final.
“Representing England on the national stage was something I had always dreamed about”
“Competing against elite opposition from across the home nations was a proud moment for myself, my family, my coaches and everyone who has supported my journey.”
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