How I Landed My First Boxing Sponsor (Without a Big Record or Manager)

Most fighters think sponsors only care about champions, titles, and records. That is what I thought too — until I got my first sponsor without a belt, without a manager, and without big social media numbers.

I am Aarron Morgan, a Licensed BBBofC Trainer and former professional boxer. When I turned pro, I had no team, no financial backing, and no idea how to approach local businesses. I had to learn the hard way — through mistakes, failed pitches, and one bold email that changed everything.

The Turning Point — Treating Sponsorship Like a Partnership

Back then, I used to send messages like “Would you sponsor me?” and get ignored. Then I realised sponsorship is not charity, it is business. Sponsors invest because they get something back — exposure, local pride, and a link to something positive.

So I created a one-page document that changed everything:

• A short bio about who I was and what I stood for

• Photos in training

• Details of my fights and local reach

• A clear section: What you get in return

That simple shift — treating sponsorship like a partnership — got me my first “yes”.

What Worked (And What Didn’t)

Here is what I learned after dozens of rejections and one success:

What worked:

• Approaching businesses that already knew me or followed my boxing

• Offering genuine exposure through social media and events

• Keeping my message short and respectful

What didn’t work:

• Asking for money with no plan

• Overpromising what I could deliver

• Messaging companies I had no connection to

It wasn’t luck. It was about clarity, professionalism, and consistency.

How You Can Get Sponsors the Same Way

You do not need a huge record or 10,000 followers — you need structure and presentation. That is exactly what I teach inside the Boxer’s Sponsorship Kit, available in the Marksman Digital Hub.

Inside, you get:

• Sponsorship email templates

• Customisable pitch deck layout

• Real examples that worked for me and my fighters

• A follow-up system to turn “maybe” into “yes”

Get the Boxer’s Sponsorship Kit

Every serious fighter deserves to be supported. This system shows you exactly how to earn it.

Final Advice — Build Relationships, Not Handouts

Sponsors stay loyal to fighters who stay professional. Send updates. Thank them publicly. Tag them in posts. When they feel part of your journey, they will stay with you for years.

Sponsorship isn’t about fame — it is about connection and value. Start with one local business, show your worth, and build from there.