Mack Allison III

Mack Allison III, known as Coach Mack, is a Baltimore boxing trainer and author whose work combines technical instruction with mentorship. After 16 years as a trainer at Upton Boxing Center, he opened Time 2 Grind Boxing Gym in 2015.

Allison is the trainer of UBF champion Destiny Day Owens, Tyrell Boyd, Mack Allison IV and Malik Titus. His coaching includes young beginners as well as competitive amateur and professional boxers. His son, professional boxer Mack Allison IV, is among the fighters he trains. His approach emphasizes discipline, confidence and development beyond the ring.

Allison has also written boxing training guides. His first guide, published in 2011, covered amateur boxing fundamentals; a subsequent professional training guide addressed the transition from amateur competition to the professional ranks.