Mark your calendars fight fans. The Central California Battle of the Badges is back with another banger featuring the biggest names in public safety boxing. Saturday April 2, 2022 Visalia Convention Center.  The Battle of the Badges is an event that raises money for charity, promotes physical fitness and camaraderie amongst members of the firefighter, law enforcement and military community.  Don’t miss it! Doors open at 4pm first punch thrown at 6pm. Tickets start at $40 for General Admission or upgrade your experience and get up close to the action with $65 Ringside seats. Purchase tickets at the door or contact Nichole Martinez.  See you at the fights!

On Saturday April 2, 2022 a high stakes showdown between two  undefeated fighters will take place. UCA #1 ranked Cesar Sosa, CDCR- CMF vs 4th ranked Anthony Walker, Reedley Police Dept. will square off for the UCA Light Heavyweight title. This fight will not be easy. Sosa and Walker will have to use every tool in their bag to have their hand raised and become the new UCA Light Heavyweight Champion.  Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 2, 2022 Visalia Convention Center. Doors open at 4pm first punch thrown at 6pm.

The UCA Lightweight title will finally be claimed when #1 ranked Ruben Munoz, Calif Dept of Social Services Investigations and King Xiong, Coalinga Dept of State Hospital Police square off for the UCA Lightweight Championship title. This will be a battle between two fighters who are known for exceptional hand speed, timing, power and accuracy. Every punch thrown is going to have mean intentions. Don’t leave your seats when these fighters step through the ropes. Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 2, 2022 Visalia Convention Center. Doors open at 4pm fists fly at 6pm. Tickets start at $40 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $65. Purchase tickets at the official weigh in Friday April 1, 2022 at the Visalia Marriott Hotel or at the door the day of the event. Or hit up your favorite fighter or Nichole Martinez (559) 824-9209 for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Visalia Explorers Program.

Mark your calendars fight fans. The Central California Battle of the Badges is back with another banger featuring the biggest names in public safety boxing. On Saturday April 2, 2022 the Visalia Convention Center will be the site for this ground breaking event. The Battle of the Badges is an event that raises money for charity, promotes physical fitness and camaraderie among members of the firefighter, law enforcement and military community.  Doors open at 4pm first punch thrown at 6pm. Tickets start at $40 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats for $65.  Tickets can be purchased online at www.ucaboxing.com or by asking your favorite fighter. See you at the fights!

It is not easy to become a champion, it takes determination, practice, discipline and a commitment to never give up, give in, back up, back down, quit or walk away.  You may not be able to put your finger on exactly what makes a person a champion but something special is definitely there. Undoubtedly the most important quality that all champions share is an unwavering belief that they will succeed. Sugar Ray Robinson said, “To be a champion you have to believe in yourself when no one else will.” Champions know that if they persist long enough, eventually they must succeed. When it comes time to train they turn everything else off and zero in on what they are doing. Work is anything you’re doing when you’d rather be doing something else. Champions are doing what they love, so to them it’s not work at all. There are no days off.  You must do something everyday to improve: getting closer to your fight weight, fine tuning your technique, improving your cardio, studying fight film.  If it was easy, everyone could do it and there would be no difference between an ordinary fighter and an extraordinary one.

Congratulations to: 
James Dorris, Folsom Police Dept -Masters UCA Jr Heavyweight Champion, 
BJ Adkins, Raleigh County Sheriffs Dept – UCA Jr Welterweight Champion, 
Chris Dubinasky, Camp Pendleton Fire Dept, – 2 Division UCA Heavyweight and Super Heavyweight Champion, 
Joe Fuentes, City of Miami Fire Rescue, – Masters UCA Welterweight Champion, 
Aurelio Vazquez, LAPD – Masters UCA Jr Cruiserweight Champion, 
Sterling Ingram, U.S Navy – UCA Super Middleweight Champion.  
 

UCA rivalries are special to public safety boxing.  They go beyond just fights.  A rivalry makes everything in the arena feel bigger and intensifies everything around it. Rematches and trilogies produce real-life story lines and leave a lasting mark on UCA history. Rivalries connect two fighters together forever as they look to prove something to each other and to themselves. Every great fighter needs a great rival. Robinson had LaMotta, Ali had Frazier, Pacquiao had Marquez, Gatti had Ward, Corrales had Castillo, Morales had Barrera, Marquez had Vasquez and Holyfield had Bowe. Below are a list of UCA rivalries that were selected among the sport’s elite and were centered around a championship title.  Stevens vs Braithwaite, Vasquez vs Pereida, Mirage vs Vargas, Fonseca vs Morales, Montes vs Hagen, Mendoza vs Pineda, Flores vs Lavarro, Vasquez vs Rivera, Valle vs Mirage, and Blevins vs Webb. These UCA rivalries captured the attention of legions of fans and had a huge impact and significance on the sport. These fights will only be looked back on even more fondly as time goes on.

The health and safety of the fighters, fans, officials and partners is of the utmost importance to us, and we thank you for your continued support. Hang in there, stay safe and this too shall pass. Boxing fans can look forward to experiencing something memorable and special real soon!

To the fighters who were scheduled to fight in the Central California Battle of the Badges we are very sorry, we know you sacrificed so much to compete in this event. We will make it up to you. 

Ticket Refund Information: All ticket orders will be refunded from your original point of purchase. If you have purchased online through Eventbrite all orders will be refunded automatically. Please allow 7-10 days for this refund.

The undefeated UCA 4th ranked Jr Cruiserweight Bogdan Gushchin, Elk Grove Police Dept is winding down his training camp for his showdown with the undefeated #1 ranked Cesar Sosa, CDCR – CMF.  Gushchin trains at Legacy Muay Thai, in Sacramento under coach Ignacio “Iggy” Zambrano who has him training at peak intensity. Gushchin looks to continue his winning ways in his quest for a title shot. Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm fists fly at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

The undefeated UCA 3rd ranked Middleweight Alejandro Tafoya, San Joaquin County Sheriffs Office started his training camp preparations 10 weeks ago as he looks to be in peak condition when he steps into the ring with ZJ Poirier, U.S Postal Service Federal Agent. Tafoya trains at FC Boxing Academy in Stockton under coach Victor Galdon and Felipe Martinez. Tafoya’s coaches are preparing him to become the new UCA Middleweight Champion.

Find out who walks away with the Title at the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm fists fly at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Purchase tickets online www.ucaboxing.com or at the official weigh in Friday April 10, 2020 or at the door the day of the event. Or hit up your favorite fighter for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

The undefeated UCA #1 ranked Cruiserweight Sean Baker, Los Angeles Fire Dept is training ferociously in preparation for his title fight with the undefeated reigning and defending UCA Cruiserweight Champion Anthony Cross, CDCR-CSP Sacramento. Baker has a lot of respect for Cross and knows what he is capable of and is not underestimating him at all. Baker has set up his training camp at the Ontario Boxing Club in Ontario CA. and has an entirely new training regimen. Baker trains under veteran trainer Daniel “Chino” Hernandez and states, “There are so many good fighters with different styles to learn from here.” Baker is sparring and training with professional fighters and is being trained like a pro fighter, he does everything the pros do. Baker has never worked so hard in preparation for a fight but this is the kind of training he needs ahead of his fight with Cross. This fight is going to bring Public Safety boxing to another level. Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm first punch thrown at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers.

The UCA 3rd ranked Jr Heavyweight Efrain Moreno, LAPD is closing in on his final weeks of training camp before his UCA Jr Heavyweight title fight against #1 ranked Noel Montes, CDCR Folsom Prison. Moreno trains under the guidance of coaches Jose and Nacho Saucedo at Westside Boxing Club in Los Angeles. Moreno’s coaches are creating a game plan for him to leave the ring as the new UCA Jr Heavyweight. Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium.  Doors open at 5 pm first punch thrown at 7 pm. 

The UCA #1 ranked Jr Heavyweight Noel Montes, CDCR Folsom Prison works out with, UCA Trainer of the Year Mel Walker this morning at Grimz Gym. Montes is preparing to step into the ring with 3rd ranked Efrain Moreno, LAPD for the vacant UCA Jr Heavyweight Title. Montes and Moreno will meet at the Central California Battle of the Badges, Saturday April 11, 2020 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium.  Doors open at 5pm first punch thrown at 7pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

Gerardo Serrano,  SCCCD Police Dept, Jenny Gallegos, Fresno Sheriffs Dept and Anthony Walker, Reedley Police Dept are eager to prove they are one of the sports best. On April 11, 2020 they will get their chance. Serrano will meet Remin Pineda, LASD in a 3 round battle for the UCA Light Heavyweight title. Gallegos will step into the ring with Jessica Segovia, Banning Police Dept for the UCA Welterweight crown. Walker will go head to head with Mike Valle, CDCR – Pleasant Valley State Prison for the UCA Super Middleweight strap. Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium.  Doors open at 5 pm first punch thrown at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Purchase tickets online or at the official weigh in Friday April 10, 2020 or at the door the day of the event. Or hit up your favorite fighter for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers.

Just added to the already stacked card of 17 fights will be a pair of UCA middleweights making their ring debut. Chris Clark, Fresno Police Dept  will trade blows with Chris Lancaster, California Highway Patrol.  Clark is preparing at the Batcave in Clovis.  Lancaster has set up his training camp at the Southeast Boxing Gym in Fresno.

Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges April 11, 2020 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5pm first punch thrown at 7pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers.

The 2020 Central California Battle of the Badges fight card should be on TV.  17 total bouts, 10 UCA Championship title fights. Talk about public safety boxing at it’s finest. This has to be the most talent filled card we have seen yet. Every fight is going to be high level and action packed! Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm fists fly at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Purchase tickets online, at the official weigh in Friday April 10, 2020 or at the door the day of the event. Or hit up your favorite fighter for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

The undefeated UCA #1 ranked Light Heavyweight Cesar Sosa, CDCR – California Medical Facility is training hard at Center Ring Boxing Gym in Sacramento.  Sosa is preparing to face fellow unbeaten #5 Bogdan Gushchin, Elk Grove Police Dept. Sosa and Gushchin will meet in the ring Saturday April 11, 2020 at the Central California Battle of the Badges in Hanford, CA.

Sosa vs Gushchin is a fight that is under the radar because the card is so stacked. This could be the Main Attraction on ANY Battle of the Badges card. Fans are going to be talking about this fight when it’s over. Don’t miss it!

UCA Super Cruiserweight’s Chris Romero, Coalinga State Hospital PD and Nick Largent, Modesto Police Dept will make their first walk to the squared circle Saturday April 11, 2020. Both guys have a killer instinct and will look to end the fight early. Don’t leave your seats when these guys step through the ropes. Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm first punch thrown at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Purchase tickets online www.ucaboxing.com or at the official weigh in Friday April 10, 2020 or at the door the day of the event. Or hit up your favorite fighter for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

The UCA 2 Division Champion Chris Dubiansky, Camp Pendleton Fire Dept is preparing to defend his UCA Super Heavyweight title against #1 ranked Victor Ibal, Sanger Police Dept.  The champ has set up his training camp at Bobby’s Boxing and Fitness in Laguna Beach to prepare for the fight. His coach is bringing top fighters into training camp who can push the champ. Pictured with Chris is a top amateur who was flown in from the Czech Republic. Dubiansky knows he has a big target on his back and has to be 100% prepared every time he steps into the ring or he will lose his title. Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm fists fly at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Purchase tickets online www.ucaboxing.com or at the official weigh in Friday April 10, 2020 or at the door the day of the event.

ZJ Poirier, U.S Postal Service Federal Agent vs Alejandro Tafoya, San Joaquin County Sheriffs Office features a matchup with a lot at stake. Poirier is an experienced fighter with a lot of ability who holds an undefeated record of 7-0 and is ready to take on all the big names. Tafoya is the hotshot rising star eager to prove he is the best in the division. Tafoya welcomes the challenge to take on a more experienced fighter. Tafoya and Poirier are ready to prove they are a championship caliber fighter. Find out who walks away with the UCA Middleweight Title at the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm fists fly at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

The growing UCA Jr Cruiserweight division will take center stage when Gnia Kong, CDCR – California Medical Facility squares off with Jared Van Groningen, Stanislaus County Sheriffs Dept at the Central California Battle of the Badges April 11, 2020, Hanford Civic Auditorium. Kong is preparing for the fight at Grimz Gym with stablemates Montes and Cross. Van Groningen, will be preparing for his ring debut at the Boxing Development Center in Oakdale, CA. with stablemates Manuel Galvan – CDCR – SCC and Marcus Robinson, SCSD.  and neither fighter will settle for anything less than victory. Don’t miss it! Doors open at 5 pm first punch thrown at 7 pm. Tickets start at $35 General Admission $55 Ringside. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

On April 11, 2020  two big names face a golden opportunity to become a champion. #1 ranked Noel Montes, CDCR Folsom State Prison will go head to head with 3rd ranked Efrain Moreno, Los Angeles Police Dept. for the UCA Jr Heavyweight Championship title. Both fighters will look to impress the crowd and send a message to the other fighters in the division. Montes and Moreno believe they belong amongst UCA boxing’s elite and are ready to prove it. Don’t miss it.

Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm fists fly at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Purchase tickets at the official weigh in Friday April 10, 2020 or at the door the day of the event. Or hit up your favorite fighter for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

UCA Cruiserweights #3 Juan Valle, Sanger Police Dept vs #2 Manuel Galvan, CDCR- SCC features a Cruiserweight clash between two fighters looking to get their shot at the title. Galvan is coming off a big win over the former undefeated Omar  Flores, CDCR – DVI. Valle is coming off a disappointing loss to the undefeated Champion Anthony Cross, CDCR CSP Sacramento. Valle has his sights set on another championship run.

Both fighters will be looking to send a message to the Cruiserweight division. Don’t miss it. Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm fists fly at 7 pm.

Look if you had one shot, or one opportunity to seize everything you ever wanted, would you capture it or just let it slip? Central California Battle of the Badges April 11, 2020, Hanford Civic Auditorium.

Traverin Franklin, USMC will make his UCA debut April 11, 2020 at the Central California Battle of the Badges when he challenges Armando Franco, Tulare Police Dept for the UCA Welterweight Championship title. This is going to be a high level fight. Franklin has over 40 fights and his opponent also has over 40 fights. Public Safety Boxing is so competitive right now and only growing.  There are so many good fighters we know about and so many good fighters we haven’t heard about yet.

The UCA Lightweight title will finally be claimed when #1 ranked Ruben Munoz, Calif Dept of Social Services Investigations and King Xiong, Dept of State Hospitals Police square off for the UCA Lightweight Championship title.This will be a battle between two fighters who are known for exceptional hand speed, timing, power and accuracy. Every punch thrown is going to have mean intentions. Don’t leave your seats when these fighters step through the ropes. Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5pm fists fly at 7pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission or get up close to the action with Ringside seats $55. Purchase tickets at the official weigh in Friday April 10, 2020 or at the door the day of the event. Or hit up your favorite fighter for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program

Fight fans are you keeping track of the match ups for the Central California Battle of the Badges April 11, 2020? It’s banger after banger and here we go with another one. 2nd ranked Mike Valle, CDCR – PVSP vs 4th ranked Anthony Walker, Reedley Police Dept for the vacant UCA Super Middleweight title.

The former UCA Champion Mike Valle is ready to reclaim his title and take over the division once again. Valle lost his title to Quincy Mirage, LAPD October 7, 2017 in Los Angeles. Valle and Mirage are split one win a piece. Unfortunately Team Mirage turned down the title fight trilogy.

The undefeated 4th ranked Anthony Walker immediately accepted the offer to fight Valle for the title. Walker made his triumphant UCA debut on the 2018 Central California Battle of the Badges card and quickly established himself as an electrifying prospect. Walker will be facing a battle tested veteran who is comfortable fighting in big fights. Is Walker ready for a fight of this magnitude? Is it too soon? Walker continues to show improvement and is very confident. If Walker can beat Valle he will have the confidence he needs to compete with anyone in the division. The sparks are definitely going to fly when these fighters step into the ring.

Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020 Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5pm first bell rings at 7 pm. Tickets are only $35 for General Admission and $55 for Ringside. Purchase tickets online www.ucaboxing.com or at the official weigh in Friday April 10, 2020 or at the door the day of the event. Or hit up your favorite fighter for tickets. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program. 

UCA Super Middleweights Enrique Espinoza, Madera County Dept of Corrections vs Eder Duran, CDCR DVI features a matchup between two exciting fighters and fans will see why April 11, 2020. Both fighters are preparing for their ring debut in good training camps. Espinoza trains with 2 former UCA Champions, Shant Sheklanian and Bryan Williams at the Batcave in Clovis. Duran trains at the Fight Club Boxing Academy in Stockton with Coach Felipe. Central California Battle of the Badges April 11, 2020 Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm first punch thrown at 7 pm. Tickets start at $35.00 General Admission $55.00 Ringside. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

Need a place to stay for the Central California Battle of the Badges April 11, 2020?  Tachi Palace Resort & Casino has generously partnered with the UCA to become the host hotel and provide top-notch hospitality for the athletes and fans for $119.00 per night.  If you are interested in staying at the Tachi Palace Host Hotel please call 1-800-615-8030 for reservations by referencing the group name Battle of the Badges. Offer ends March 27, 2020. Cancellations must be made 48 hours before check in date. 

Located in Lemoore, the heart of Central California, Tachi Palace’s hotel accommodations are nothing less than extraordinary. This hotel features a full on-site casino, spacious accommodations, friendly service, and all the amenities needed for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. With slot machines, table games, as well as live entertainment, spa and fitness center, there is something for everyone. Standing seven stories tall with 255 smoke free guest rooms and suites, the hotel at Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino has been designed to make you feel perfectly at home.

The hotel’s luxurious accommodations offer a spacious retreat from the action and excitement. All guestrooms and suites feature special touches such as 40″ HD TV’s, wireless in-room internet access, in-room dining, complimentary valet parking and evening turn-down service.  Business Center  24-hour Business Center offers service for the traveling executive including word processing, facsimile, copies, transparencies and much more.  Dining  The Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino offers several restaurants and lounges to please any palate including a full service in-room dining menu. including a full service in-room dining menu.

The only women’s UCA Championship fight on the Central Battle of the Badges card will feature a three round attraction between undefeated Jenny Gallegos, Fresno County Sheriffs Dept vs #1 ranked Jessica Segovia, Banning Police Dept. Find out which fighter will establish themselves as the premier women’s UCA Welterweight Champion, Saturday April 11, 2020 Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm first bell rings at 7 pm. Tickets start at $35.00 General Admission and $55.00 Ringside. 

The former UCA Champion #1 ranked Gerardo Serrano – State Center Community College District Police Dept is coming for the title but it won’t be easy. Standing in his way will be #1 ranked Remin Pineda, Los Angeles Sheriffs Dept. Find out who walks away with the title Saturday April 11, 2020 at the Central California Battle of the Badges, Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm first bell rings at 7 pm.

The UCA #1 ranked Super Heavyweight Victor Ibal, Sanger Police Dept is preparing for the biggest fight of his career, The 2019 UCA Most Improved Fighter will challenge the 2 division Champion Chris Dubiansky, Camp Pendleton Fire Dept for the UCA Super Heavyweight crown. Ibal knows Dubiansky is a big step up in competition and isn’t taking the challenge lightly. Ibal has been putting in a lot of hard work and a lot of preparation for this fight. He’s been sparring with top amateur and professional fighters at the well known Alemans Boxing Club in Fresno. 
The 2019 UCA Fighter of the Year Dubiansky is coming off a big year. He made two title defenses and did what one has done before. He beat the undefeated UCA 2 division Champion Marqus Blevins, Kings County Sheriffs Dept to take his heavyweight strap. Dubiansky is a light Super Heavyweight he weighed in at 212 when he fought Blevins. Ibal will have a significant weight advantage and 22 fight experience advantage? Will that be enough to take the title and snap the 7 fight winning streak Dubiansky is on? We will all find out at the Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm first bell rings at 7 pm. Tickets in sale now. $35.00 General Admission and $55.00 Ringside Seats. 

It’s official the UCA #1 ranked Jr Cruiserweight Gerardo Serrano – State Center Community College District Police Dept will square off against the UCA #1 ranked Light Heavyweight Remin Pineda, LASD for the Light Heavyweight crown. Serrano and Pineda have always wanted the toughest challenges and biggest fights and this is a big one. Serrano, is primed and ready to join the exclusive club of two-division champions. Pineda is ready to extend his 4 fight winning streak and pick up the UCA title. Pineda holds victories over 3 UCA Champions Mike Delery, Quincy Mirage, Hector Mendoza from LAPD and dropped a decision to the reigning and defending UCA Middleweight Champion Kellen Kramer, Bell Gardens. Serrano holds victories over Kellen Furgiuele, U.S Army and Gabriel Flores, LAPD and lost a close decision to the undefeated UCA  Jr Cruiserweight Champion Aaron Benoit, CDCR CHCF. Although Pineda and Serrano have a loss on their record it doesn’t ruin a career. A loss is nothing more than the result of the best fighting the best. And that’s all that boxing fans want. Everyone knows Serrano and Pineda always come to fight and give the fans their money’s worth. That is what they will do on April 11, 2020 when they collide at the Hanford Civic Auditorium.  Don’t miss it. Doors open at 5 pm fists fly at 7 pm. Tickets are on sale now.

The undefeated UCA Super Middleweight Champion Sterling Ingram, U.S Navy vacates title. After serving his country for ten years, Ingram has decided to discharge from the United States Navy and is no longer eligible to hold the UCA title.  Ingram will leave the UCA an undefeated champion with the reputation of taking on anyone.  Ingram claimed the title by defeating the former Champion DJ Vargas, Hanford Police Dept. April 6, 2019. Ingram’s legacy will not only be defined by what he accomplished in the ring but by his character and his class. He was the consummate professional in every way competitive, focused always in shape and always on weight.  A class act through and through. His image was important to him. He has left a positive imprint in Public Safety boxing. Ingram is not done fighting. He will be perusing a career in Mixed Martial Arts. Ingram is currently 3-0 and holds the Valley Fight Series 155 title. Ingram will be stepping back into the cage on April 4, 2020.

5th ranked Bogdan Gushchin, Elk Grove Police Dept vs #1 ranked Cesar Sosa, CDCR – California Medical Facility features a match-up between two A Side fighters. Gushchin and Sosa are equally dangerous fighters who are not afraid to test themselves against tough competition.  Both guys are coming off tough fights at the NorCal Battle of the Badges October 6, 2019. Gushchin defeated Carlos Quezada, Yolo County Sheriff’s Dept in a war where both guys were knocked down. Sosa squared off with highly skilled Ray Bautista, Linda Fire Dept in a shoot out. This is not an easy fight, this is going to be a very tough for both guys. The winner will secure a title shot with the UCA undefeated Jr Cruiserweight Champion Aaron Benoit, CDCR – CHCF or the new UCA Light Heavyweight Champion Gerardo Serrano, State Center Community College District Police Dept or Remin Pineda, Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept. Let’s go!! Central California Battle of the Badges Saturday April 11, 2020 Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5 pm first bell rings at 7 pm. Tickets on sale now! $35 General Admission and $55 Ringside Seats. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Officers Resource Fund and the Hanford Police Dept Explorers Program.

The reigning and defending Champion BJ Adkins, Raleigh County Sheriffs Dept won the UCA Jr Welterweight title by defeating Devon Dejoie, U.S Navy at the 2019 Central California Battle of the Badges in Hanford CA. 4 months later Adkins made his first title defense against undefeated Jordan Creager, U.S Army on the Louisana Battle of the Badges card. Adkins has never shied away from tough competition and he has proved he isn’t afraid to fight in a challengers backyard. On April 11, 2020 Adkins will once again travel from West Virginia into enemy territory to defend his title against the #1 ranked hometown favorite Jose Espinoza, Fresno County Sheriffs Dept. Don’t miss it. Doors open at 5 pm first punch thrown at 7 pm. Hanford Civic Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now!

The most anticipated public safety boxing event of 2020 is set for Saturday April 11th.  The City of Hanford will once again be the center of the public safety boxing world. Each year the Central California Battle of the Badges attracts the biggest names and the biggest fights. Year after year the card is stacked with the best fighters and every fight is tough. There are no easy fights.  This is where fighters get recognized. If you can make it here you can make it anywhere. Thousands of hours will be spent with the brightest minds, technology experts, graphic designers, video producers, and photographers to insure a spectacular event. This is public safety boxing at it’s finest. Events like this don’t come around often. Lock in the date! Doors open at 5 pm first punch thrown at 7 pm.