How Can You Be a “Master Boxer” if You’ve Never Fought Before?

In the world of amatuer boxing a Master Boxer is anyone who will be 35 years old or over at any point during a tournament.  This basically takes you out of the tournament and puts you into a special category with different rules.  Master Boxers only fight other Master Boxers within 10 years of their own age, use heavier, more padded gloves, and more padded head gear.  They also fight shorter rounds.