why do heavyweights in the amateurs seem to throw leather much faster?

[Mistadobalina]

the gloves are heavier, no? so that can't be it.

is it because they tend to slap more? is it because they weigh significantly less (i assume) than they do years later when they turn pro? does a heavyweight in his teens just have more ability to snap punches than later on in life when his frame is more filled out?

[pedrito]

you ask the question and answer it for yourself. nice.

[kayjay]

Heavyweights today can knock each other out with a snigle punch. These aren't the old days, they have to fight conservatively. Don't mistake it for less skill or training.

[GTL]

amatuers arent tryin to knock out ppl. they score points with pitter patter shots..

[them_apples]

what he said^

and yea young guys tend to be a little on the wild side/ less experience.