Mississauga’s Undefeated Champion
Amanda Galle, Mississauga’s undefeated boxing champion, steps into the ring, her movements a symphony of precision and power. Every step, every punch, is the result of years of hard work, sacrifice, and perseverance.
Her journey began far from the bright lights of championship fights. At just six years old, Amanda took her first steps into a small dojo, guided by her father, Bruno. He introduced her to martial arts, shaping her mindset and work ethic from an early age. Under the mentorship of Head Coach Vito Brancaccio at All Canadian Martial Arts (ACMA) in Mississauga, she spent her childhood on the mats, developing both her skill and mental toughness.
By her teenage years, she had already earned a 4th-degree black belt in karate and a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. But Amanda wasn’t one to stay in her comfort zone. Her drive to challenge herself led her to an entirely new arena—boxing. From the moment she stepped into the ring, she knew she had found something that demanded more than just physical ability.
“From day one, Amanda had a hunger most people never find,” says Brancaccio. “You could see it in her eyes—failure wasn’t an option, and obstacles weren’t going to stop her.”
While her peers spent their evenings out with friends, Amanda was under the harsh glow of gym lights, her fists wrapped, pushing through grueling training sessions. The routine was demanding, repetitive, and often isolating.
“Sacrifice isn’t glamorous,” Amanda shares. “It’s the commitment to show up, to keep pushing when quitting seems easier.
“It’s not just about hard work—it’s about heart work. Every punch I throw, every round I fight, is driven by love and passion because boxing isn’t just what I do—it’s part of who I am.”
On December 8, 2024, Amanda stepped into the ring to defend her IBO female super-bantamweight world title. Her opponent was fierce, determined to rewrite history—but Amanda had spent years preparing for this moment.
The fight tested her stamina, focus, and sheer willpower. Each round demanded a level of composure and precision that only comes from years of training in silence, from sacrifices made when no one was watching.
When the final bell rang, Amanda climbed the ropes, fists raised, already knowing the outcome. Then, the announcer’s voice echoed through the arena:
“And still undefeated”
Her record remains untouched: 11 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw. But while Amanda fought battles inside the ring, her mother, Lena, was fighting an even greater one—stage 3 breast cancer.
“My mom taught me what real strength looks like,” Amanda Galle reflects. “She faced every challenge with courage, even when it felt impossible. That kind of strength stays with you forever.”
Lena’s diagnosis changed everything. Suddenly, every fight Amanda stepped into felt different. The physical pain of training paled in comparison to the emotional toll of watching her mother endure chemotherapy and surgeries. Boxing became more than a sport—it became her solace, a way to process the pain, the fear, and the helplessness of watching someone she loved fight for her life.
In March 2022, Lena lost her battle with cancer. The loss was devastating, leaving a void that could never be filled. But in the midst of grief, Amanda found a new purpose—an absolute determination to never lose a fight.
“My mom never stopped fighting, even when the odds were against her,” Amanda says. “Now, every time I step into the ring, I fight for her. I refuse to lose—because I know what it means to fight when everything is on the line.”
Through it all, Amanda’s father, Bruno, remained the family’s backbone. He held them together through the hardest days, supporting both Amanda’s dreams and Lena’s fight. His strength and steady presence reminded Amanda why she started.
“My dad has always been my rock,” Amanda shares. “No matter how hard things got, he never let me give up on myself. He made sure I kept fighting—just like my mom did.”
From that moment on, every match became more than a competition. It was a tribute. A promise. A way to honour the strength her mother had shown every single day.
As Amanda’s career soared, she remained deeply rooted in the community that shaped her. Beyond the ring, she is dedicated to mentorship and advocacy, using her platform to inspire the next generation of fighters. As an instructor at ACMA, she trains young athletes, teaching them not just how to throw a punch, but how to develop the mental resilience and discipline needed to succeed in life.
“Amanda doesn’t just teach kids how to fight,” says Brancaccio. “She teaches them how to fight for themselves, for their goals, and for their place in the world.”
For Amanda, coaching is about more than perfecting technique. She understands what it means to push through adversity, and she passes that lesson on to every young athlete she trains. She believes that boxing—like life—is about learning how to get back up after being knocked down.
Her story is not just about the victories people see under the bright arena lights. It’s about the unseen hours of sweat, sacrifice, and perseverance. It’s about the nights when exhaustion begged her to stop, but she kept going. It’s about fighting battles outside the ring—against fear, doubt, and grief—and emerging stronger.
For families with children in sports, Amanda’s journey is a reminder of what true dedication looks like. Success doesn’t come from talent alone—it comes from grit, commitment, effort, and the willingness to sacrifice for something greater
