A Champion in the Making

A Champion in the Making

From The Career Guy by Mickey Horvath

February 9, 2026 · 1h 37m · Episode 59

About this episode

Kent Polines shares his journey in boxing, highlighting personal growth, resilience, and the importance of family support.

In this conversation, boxer, trainer, coach, and role model Kent Polines shares his story of growth, resilience, and purpose. We cover his impact on the world of boxing. He begins by reflecting on his teenage years in Calgary, where his early love for music and dance helped shape his rhythm and movement as a boxer. From discovering boxing to developing his craft, Kent takes us through his learning process, the excitement of his first matches, and the realization of his natural talent in the sport. With that, we explore his boxing career in detail. Kent explains the learning process and how he developed his skills in this sport. We talk about his early success and the setbacks that tested him, injuries, financial pressures, and the impact of COVID, and how each break from the ring offered perspective on what truly mattered. He speaks candidly about faith, values, and self-reinvention, showing how boxing became more than a sport. It was his purpose leading to personal growth and leadership. Family plays a central role in Kent’s story. Their commitment and support in Kent's career contributed to his success. This interview is full of examples of his mother’s unwavering support and…

People in this episode

Host: Mickey Horvath

Guest: Kent Polines

Topics covered

  • boxing
  • personal growth
  • resilience
  • family support
  • leadership
  • self-reinvention

Keywords

  • boxing
  • resilience
  • personal growth
  • leadership
  • family support
  • self-reinvention
  • Kent Polines

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Places: Calgary

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