MEET OUR COACHES

Meet Head Coach & Owner, Noelle Shangraw.

Noelle began boxing in 2015 at Motor City Boxing Club in Oshawa and, within her first year of competition, earned two Ontario Championships at the Bronze Gloves and Golden Gloves Provincial tournaments.

In 2016, she began coaching at Motor City Boxing, training under highly experienced coaches across both the amateur and professional levels of the sport. During this time, she worked alongside Provincial Champions, National Champions, Professional Boxers and a respected high-performance coaching team. This experience shaped the foundation of her coaching, giving her a strong understanding of high-level athlete development and the standards required to succeed in the sport.

Over the past decade, Noelle has continued to build on that foundation, becoming a Level 2 Boxing Coach and earning a Fitness & Health Promotion Diploma from Algonquin College in Ottawa. Through her work as a Fitness and Sports Instructor with PSP Petawawa and at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre as a Certified Personal Trainer, she has developed a strong understanding of physical exercise, conditioning, performance training, and athlete development—an approach that plays a key role in how she structures and delivers her boxing programs.

Noelle’s coaching is rooted in technical precision, discipline, and a commitment to developing athletes effectively—from building strong foundations to preparing athletes for competition. Noelle is dedicated to building a structured boxing program in the Ottawa Valley, with a strong emphasis on proper technique, disciplined training, and developing skilled athletes at all levels, while contributing to the continued growth of the sport within the community.

Meet Assistant Coach, Andy Stroak

Andy is a certified Level 1 Boxing Coach who has been training with Ottawa Valley Boxing since the summer of 2024 and began coaching in the winter of 2024.

Since joining the club, Andy has invested a tremendous amount of time, energy, and commitment into the growth and success of Ottawa Valley Boxing. While working full-time, he has consistently dedicated himself to the team—travelling for competitions and tournaments and playing a key role in supporting athletes through those experiences.

Andy works closely with both recreational and competitive athletes, bringing a positive and supportive presence to every session. His coaching style is rooted in discipline, conditioning, and technical development. He places a strong emphasis on physical preparation and ensures athletes understand the importance of conditioning as a key part of their training. He is also highly observant in the gym, consistently identifying areas for improvement and reinforcing proper technique and form to help athletes progress.

In October 2025, Andy stepped into the ring for his first bout at 45 years old, setting a powerful example of commitment, growth, and resilience. His leadership, discipline, and willingness to push himself set a powerful example within the club, inspiring others to commit to their own development and take on new challenges.

Meet Coach, Dale Macpherson

Dale has been training at Ottawa Valley Boxing for over a year now and has recently taken on the new role as a Coach. He is currently a Trained Level 1 Coach and started assisting coaching in January 2026 and has quickly become a valuable part of the team. He works closely with both our Recreational and Non-Competitive Contact programs, supporting athletes as they build their skills, confidence, and overall understanding of the sport.

Dale is highly dedicated and consistent in his approach, bringing strong attention to detail into each session. He is particularly creative in his coaching, regularly developing drills and contributing to programming that supports athlete progression across all levels. His ability to adapt training and think critically about athlete development makes him a strong asset within the club.

In addition to his work with developing athletes, Dale is actively involved in the competitive program—both participating in training to continue building his own skills and supporting the competitive team through his coaching. He brings a high level of awareness in the gym, consistently identifying areas for improvement and helping athletes refine their technique and performance.

He plans to continue developing in his coaching role and as an athlete, while supporting our competitive athletes at competitions and tournaments throughout the summer and into the future.

Meet Coach, Melodie Payette

Melodie began assisting coaching with Ottawa Valley Boxing after developing through the competitive program, where she continues to train and build her experience in the sport. She is completing in her Trained Level 1 Coaching this Spring and plans to continue investing in her coaching career this year.

As an assistant coach, Melodie helps coach both our Kids, Recreational (12+) and Non-Competitive Contact programs, supporting athletes as they develop their skills, confidence, and understanding of boxing fundamentals.

Melodie brings a strong work ethic and focus into her coaching, with an emphasis on proper technique, structure, and helping athletes progress within their training. Her experience as a competitive athlete allows her to connect with members and provide guidance that supports both skill development and long-term growth.

In addition to her coaching role, Melodie continues to train and compete, allowing her to further develop as both an athlete and coach while contributing to the overall strength of the program.

Meet Coach, Chase Belland

Chase is a Trained Level 1 Boxing Coach and current amateur athlete with 23 bouts and over five years of experience in the ring. In February 2026, he earned a silver medal at the Brampton Cup Tournament, adding to his competitive experience and development in the sport.

Chase works closely with our Junior Elite program, supporting the development of younger athletes as they build their skills and progress within the competitive stream. His experience in the ring allows him to provide valuable insight into technical skill development, fight tactics, and overall performance in competition.

As he continues to grow in his coaching role, Chase brings a focused and technical approach to training, helping athletes refine their skills while preparing for the demands of competition. As well, his competitive background continues to bring a high level of practical knowledge and understanding to our competitive team.

In addition to his coaching, Chase remains an active amateur athlete, continuing to build his experience while contributing to the development of our team.

Meet Coach, Tommy Mockler

Tommy is a Trained Level 1 Boxing Coach who has been training with Ottawa Valley Boxing since the summer of 2025 and stepped into a coaching role in January 2026. Since joining the club, he has shown a strong commitment to the program and a genuine investment in the development of our athletes.

Tommy brings a positive, hardworking mindset into the gym and continues to build his experience as a coach while contributing to the overall team environment. His willingness to learn, improve, and be part of the program reflects the standards we value within our coaching team.

He is currently recovering from an Achilles tendon injury sustained in April and is expected to return this fall. We look forward to having Tommy back in the gym and continuing to build on his role within the program.

Tommy remains a valued part of the team, and we look forward to his continued growth and contribution to the club moving forward.

Meet Coach, Grace Nelson

Grace is a Trained Level 1 Boxing Coach with over a decade of experience training out of Motor City Boxing Club in Oshawa. With experience both as an athlete and coach, she brings a strong foundation of knowledge, skill, and understanding of the sport.

During her time with Ottawa Valley Boxing, Grace played an important role in supporting athlete development and contributing to the growth of the program. She brings a positive, knowledgeable, and supportive presence to the team, with a passion for helping athletes grow both in and out of the ring.

While her current schedule does not allow her to regularly assist with classes, Grace continues to support the competitive team at events and competitions whenever she is able. Her continued involvement and connection to the team remain highly valued.

Grace remains an important part of the Ottawa Valley Boxing team.