But for now, he'll box.
Next month, he'll head to Las Vegas for the National Junior Golden Gloves.
In August, it's Kansas City, Mo., for the Ringside World Championships.
And he dreams of winning an Olympic gold medal in London in 2012.
"That's every boxer's dream," Allen said. "I've come this far. There's no point in turning back now."
On this path, Mitchell Allen offers simple yet sage advice: "He just has to keep on winning," he said with a wide grin.
Contact staff writer Kia Gregory at 215-854-2601 or kgregory@phillynews.com.
