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Writing Your Letter.....
Collecting autographs through
the mail is fun and easy. The Ultimate Boxing Address List from
BoxingHelp.com (click here for
ordering information) is invaluable to the collector or fan
in obtaining your favorite boxer’s autograph. The addresses listed have
been successful with autograph collectors around the world and new
addresses are added often. Like all address lists, we cannot be
responsible for incorrect addresses because addresses tend to change
frequently. If you find an address that is no longer valid, e-mail or
send the address to us so we can attempt to find the correct address
and keep the directory current.
The list provides addresses for
boxers, boxing managers, promoters, matchmakers, announcers, referees,
boxing associations, boxing gyms and clubs and other related
professions. When an address is not listed for a boxer, you may also
write to him/her care of his manager, promoter or possibly a
gym where he/she trains. Amateur and Olympic boxers can also be written
in care of amateur boxing associations while Hall of Famers may be
written in care of the Boxing Hall of Fame. There are several things to
consider when writing your letter:
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Check
your spelling
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Be
polite when requesting an autograph
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Keep
letters short and to the point
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Always use a
Self-Addressed-Stamped-Envelope (SASE)
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Request
no more than 2 autographs
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Be
patient. You may receive some replies back in a couple weeks to 3
months. Others may take a year or longer.
If you want to receive a
response, it is imperative that you send a Self Addressed Stamped
Envelope (SASE). Remember if you are requesting an 8 x 10 picture, send
a 9x12 self-addressed-stamped-envelope. It is best to provide an item
for signature, however some will respond to a request with their own
autographed item. Before sending an item, it is best to verify that the
address is current and to determine if it would be possible to send
something to be autographed. Always include a letter acknowledging the
boxer’s accomplishments. As far as typing or handwriting a letter, it
is suggested that you type your letter, unless your handwriting is easy
to read. When sending a request, use a 9 x 12 clasp envelope that
contains your letter, two 3x5 cards (the boxer can use these to supply
an autograph in the event he does not have a picture), your item for
signature (when applicable) and a self addressed stamped return
envelope measuring 9 x 12. Clearly mark the return envelope PHOTO - DO
NOT BEND even when no photo is enclosed. It is recommended that 78
cents US postage be placed on both the SASE and on the 9 x12 envelope
sent to the boxer. When you are writing to a boxer who is in a
different country, send a self addressed envelope and one (small 4x6
envelope) to three (9x12 envelope) International Reply Coupons which
you can buy from your postal authorities.
Here is the format of a sample
letter. Of course you must add information about the boxer and the
appropriate names to the letter.
Dear "Boxer Name",
I have been a fan of yours for
many years.
Insert
here: "a memorable moment, recent fight, recent HOF
induction, etc...."
I was wondering if you would
honor a small request. Can you please autograph the index card that I
have enclosed? If you have a photo that you could autograph and return
along with the enclosed index card that would be great! Please use the
enclosed SASE for your convenience. Thank you very much.
Sincerely yours,
(Your Name and address here)
As you see this is a short but
to the point autograph request. Avoid creating a request that exceeds a
few paragraphs. The boxer you are writing to may not have much time to
peruse your letter. They all receive a lot of fan mail, so give them
time to respond to others.
Good Luck!
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