Ton Dunk sr.

From seafaring to the boxing gym. Dunk grew up in Rotterdam's Crooswijk district. At sixteen, he went to sea, following in his family's footsteps. His connection with the port and the sea remained a part of his life alongside boxing. Around the age of 27, he put on boxing gloves himself.

A new role at Van 't Hof. After earning his coaching diploma, Dunk began working at Herman van 't Hof's club. When leadership passed to Herman's son Cor and Cor struggled with health problems, Dunk took over the boxing school in 1987. In this way, the club, which owes its name to the former Rotterdam boxer, remained a place for future generations.

Guiding Rotterdam boxers. Dunk worked with young people entering a boxing gym for the first time and with boxers who wanted to pursue competitive boxing. His role extended beyond training alone: he was also involved in Rotterdam boxing events, including the Bep van Klaveren Memorial.

Around the age of 27: Dunk took up boxing himself after years in the merchant navy.

1987: He took over the leadership of the Van 't Hof boxing club.

April 13, 2019: Ton Dunk Sr. died in Rotterdam.

't Hof remained a link in Rotterdam's boxing history. By taking over leadership in 1987, Dunk connected Herman van 't Hof's legacy with the boxers who came after him. His work as a trainer and club leader gave the association continuity in Crooswijk.