“27 Punches Are in Honor of the 227 Individuals Who Die Everyday in the US”: Logan Paul’s Boxing Coach Joins Best-Selling Author to Spread Opioid Awareness With Viral Challenge

Time and again, it has been observed that a few individuals rise above the rest in times of catastrophe and disorder. They go beyond the mandate to willingly help others. So, one such instance was highlighted by a coach who shared a renowned trainer cum author’s quest and enthusiasm for lending a hand to a worthy cause, the swelling opioid disaster. The outstanding individuals were lending their hands to one of the Opioid Awareness Foundation’s initiatives.

Milton Lacroix has been training boxers since the 1980s. Besides having the distinction of producing over fifty Golden Gloves, he is credited with taking care of the careers of stalwarts like Shannon Briggs, Sebastian Fundora, Harold Calderon, and Willy Campfort. But the assignment that brought him international fame was when he started sharpening the skills of a novice, Logan Paul.

Milton Lacroix embraces the challenge while inspiring others

So early today, Lacroix, who frequently shares thought-provoking messages and posts, shared a few details of the shoutout received from Dr. Paulie Gloves. The latter had posted his message two days ago. His LinkedIn profile describes Dr. Paul Gavoni, otherwise known more popularly in combat sports circles as Dr. Paulie Gloves, as “📚 WSJ & USA TODAY Best Selling Author 🎤 Int’l. & Keynote Speaker 🧰 Director at PCMA 👨🏻‍🏫 Adjunct Professor 📈 Behavior Scientist 🥊 MMA & Boxing Coach.”

Dr. Gavoni shared that he welcomed the Opioid Awareness Foundation’s 27-punch challenge in their efforts to address the looming crisis. He said, “…The 27 punches are in honor of the 227 individuals who die every day in the United States…” Then he recommended the names of other prominent members from the coaching world, such as Milton Lacroix, Richard Santiago, Anthony Ciampa, Daniel Donaldson, and mixed martial arts legend and former UFC Bantamweight Brad Pickett.

He reasoned about picking them because they were fighters who took that spirit beyond the ring or cage. The opioid calamity cannot be dealt with unless the right message goes out. Hence, warriors like them are essential for that effort. He said, “You have 24 hours. To accept the OAF’s 27-punch challenge. Here are my 27 punches.” Dr. Gavoni then displayed some deft moves, counting each punch and hook from one to twenty-seven, closing his message, “Together we can knock out this opioid crisis.“

Everyone’s responsibility

That the opioid crisis has been hanging like the sword of Damocles could be the least overstatement one would have encountered. Given the widespread impact of the calamity, it is wrecking lives across social layers or any boundaries. The government’s outreach programs may not be enough to reach every nook and cranny. Therefore, individuals and communities need to step up and do their bit.

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What, in your opinion, could be one of the most straightforward solutions to tackle the opioid menace? Please share your thoughts and views with us in the comments below.

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