Kelly O'Connor has 18 years experience as a volunteer trainer of amateur boxers -- Past president and director of coaching for the OBA -- , boasts many successes over the years in working with the youth of his community, having produced many talented boxers, including a number of provincial and Canadian champions. He began as assistant coach with the now retired East London Boxing Club under the tutelage of long time trainer, the late Ken McNorgan. 

 In 1999 Kelly took over the club as Head Coach and Manager, changing the name to Ring London. Continuing to operate the Ring London Boxing Club he is committed to the service of youth, to providing a safe and healthy training environment for all members, with fairness, and equal opportunity for all.