By Stefan Anderson

In 2012, Kariym “Kap” Patterson envisioned the APJ Boxing Club, searching to bring something unique to the City of Poughkeepsie. Years later, Patterson’s dream has come into fruition as APJ Boxing Club continues its initiative to take youth and adults off the streets of Poughkeepsie and into the boxing gym on Catherine Street. I had the opportunity to speak with Patterson and the fighters of APJ as they prepare for their 2nd annual boxing showcase, Upstate vs New York City .