Dr. David Chaplin, Associate Professor of Economics in the School of Business, celebrated Independence Day not at a parade, nor a barbeque, but in the Squared Circle. He was one of the fortunate officials chosen to referee and judge at the Last Chance Olympic Boxing Qualifier held in Cincinnati July 4-9. During this time he officiated 97 bouts.
This tournament provided a final opportunity for all male Olympic hopefuls who had not previously qualified for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Boxing. Final qualifiers will be featured at the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
Dr. Chaplin has presented scholarly work at domestic and international conferences on the application of economic principles to amateur boxing. His experience in Cincinnati will contribute to his academic research in this area.