The LA Battle of the Badges presents Repeat or Revenge May 24, 2013 at the Quiet Cannon featuring three exciting rematches. Headlining the card will be the most anticipated female fight in Public Safety boxing history.  #1 ranked Julie “J-Cat” Williams, CDCR San Quentin Prison will put her undefeated record on the line when she takes on Stephanie “Motor City” Sparks Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. for the UCA Super Middleweight State Championship Title.  In the Co Main event Heavyweight Craig Hamblin, CDCR Solano Prison looks for vindication against 10th ranked Mike Hernandez, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. who won a close decision in their first battle.   Rounding out the rematches will  be Jr. Middleweight prospect 7th ranked Chris Martinez, Avenal PD squaring off with hard hitting hometown favorite 6th ranked Brandon Manning, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.

Justin Fortune fought professionally for over 20 years and had 29 professional fights including the World Championship against Lennox Lewis in 1995 have earned him recognition in the boxing world. He trained in Australia with Johnny Lewis (also trained World Champions Jeff Fenech, Jeff Harding and Kostya Tszyu) and then upon arrival in America, joined up with Freddie Roach. Before boxing, Fortune was the Australian Powerlifting Champion in 1987, squatting 365kg as a 110kg junior. Fortune’s experience combined with his unique body conditioning expertise makes him one of the most sought after trainers today. Fortune has trained World Champions that include Mike Tyson, Manny Pacquaio, Israel Vasquez, James Toney, Brian Villoria and Johnny Bredhal. Fortune and his team are building a new stable with some up and coming professional contenders in both boxing and mixed martial arts.

Also a trained Chef, Fortune’s complete understanding of nutrition helps his fighters maintain a healthy lifestyle that keeps them in top shape for their fights. Fortune also specializes in body conditioning and weight management. His training continually changes to shock the body into a present state. Justin’s workouts are known to push Champions to their limits. Muscle and Fitness says “Fortune takes men to the point where they’re sure they can’t possibly continue and then he has them work harder.” For more information on Fortune Gym please visit www.fortunegym.com

The UCA “Fight of the Night” honors are given to a fighter who has a strong will and is willing to leave their comfort zone and lay it all on the line. On April 20, 2013 Sparks, LASD, Williams, CDCR, Burkhart, CDCR,  and Mirage, LAPD  did just that. They stepped into the ring with the mentality “Destroy or be destroyed.”  The thought of getting hurt is an afterthought – a black eye, a cut, a bloody nose is just another warriors wound in this life of gladiators. Sparks, Williams, Burkhart, and Mirage took a stand; laid it all on the line and it’s what defined them as fighters.  Congratulations to these four fighters for winning “UCA Fight of the Night.”

Its official Julie “J-Cat” Williams, CDCR San Quentin and Stephanie “Motor City” Sparks, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. will headline the first Female UCA State Championship Title Fight May 24, 2013, at the Los Angeles Battle of the Badges Event held at the Quiet Cannon, in Montebello Calif.

Williams and Sparks engaged in an all-out war April 20, 2013. After slugging it out for three rounds it was up to the judges to decide whose hand would be raised.  Williams was awarded the win by split decision, prompting Sparks coach Mike Young to ask the judges to double check the score cards. The scores were correct and a rematch was immediately agreed upon by both camps. The fight was very close and could have gone either way. Here is where the famous line comes in, “Never leave it in the hands of the judges.” This time both fighters are determined to handle the decision themselves.  Fight fans can expect another war when these lady warriors step into the ring for the second time May 24, 2013.

On May 24, 2013 Stephanie “Motor City” Sparks, LASD will take on Julie “J-Cat” Williams, CDCR, San Quentin Prison in the first female State Championship Title fight. The bout is scheduled for 3-rounds for the vacant UCA Super Middleweight Title, taking place at the Quiet Cannon in Montebello, California, Los Angeles Battle of the Badges.

When two fighters  are as evenly matched as Williams and Sparks you have to look beyond what they do in the ring to see what may give them the advantage over the other fighter.  Williams has a clear athletic advantage over her opponent Sparks, LASD. Williams is a well-rounded accomplished athlete who played short stop as a freshman for Cal State Fullerton, played professional baseball and football.  On the surface Williams seems sweet and nice with an infectious smile, don’t be fooled, deep down she is a beast. As a top level athlete you cannot compete at the level she competed at without being a competitor. Williams is a grinder who knows how to win and expects to win.  When Williams was having trouble finding an opponent she asked if she could fight a man. If the CSAC and USA Boxing would have allowed it she would have done it. Williams has relinquished her number 1 welterweight ranking and has jumped up four weight classes to take on the #1 ranked Super Middleweight Sparks for the State Championship Title.

Sparks clear advantage aside from natural given ability is her stable-mates and coaches. She trains everyday with some of the best Public Safety fighters in the state and the best coaches as well in Mike Young, Hank Nagamine and Al Fraijo who are accomplished boxers themselves.    Sparks is another one of those fighters who comes off sweet and nice but don’t let her friendly demeanor fool you. She is a warrior who takes no mercy on her opponents.  Sparks suffered her first defeat to Williams April 20, 2013. On May 24, 2013 Sparks plans on returning the favor by giving the 5-0 Williams the first defeat of her career.  Sparks is full of confidence and she will have the city of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. behind her when she steps into the ring Friday night.

On May 24, 2013 Stephanie Sparks will be fighting in a rematch with Julie Williams for the Super Middleweight State Championship Title.  The UCA caught up with Stephanie Sparks to ask her a few questions about her upcoming fight with Williams.

Your first encounter with Williams was April 20, 2013 with the rematch scheduled for May 24th do expect the same type of fight?

It won’t be the same type of fight.

Before the decision was announced did you feel you had it won?

Yes. Because she received an eight count in the second round and turned her back during the fight. I was always told that if you turn your back the fight was over.

Do you feel you have an advantage fighting Williams in Los Angeles?

There’s no advantage.  A fighter can be knocked out no matter where they fight.

Do you feel you made mistakes in your first fight with Williams?

I should have been busier.

What were your coaches telling you between rounds?

The coaches were telling me that I was doing fine.

Will you have a different strategy for this fight?

Stay busy.

Do you expect a different Williams in the rematch?

I expect that she has reviewed the fight as I did and re-evaluated her performance as I did.

Will we see a different Stephanie Sparks May 24th?

 I will do my best on May 24th.

 What advantage do you think you have over Williams?  Strength, speed, footwork, athletic ability?

I don’t think I have an advantage.

Is there anything that worries you about Williams?        

Nothing.

Did you study your fight with Williams? Did you learn anything from it?

I watched it once. I saw where I went wrong. I plan to correct my errors.

Will you be training on anything specific in preparation for Williams?

No.

Do you feel added pressure with the State Title on the line?

 No more pressure than with any other fight. The goal is to win.

Will you feel added pressure to do well for your home town crowd and Los Angeles Sheriff Dept?

There is no added pressure at home. Again, anything can happen.

Any predictions?

My goal is to win but anything can happen.  We saw that in Richmond.

On Friday night Julie Williams, CDCR and Stephanie Sparks, LASD look to make history by becoming the first UCA Female State Champion.  The #1 ranked Julie Williams, will put her undefeated record on the line when she takes on her toughest challenge in Police Olympic Gold Medalist Stephanie Sparks, LASD for the Super Middleweight State Championship Title. Can Sparks beat the best female fighter in California? Can Williams continue her dominance and etch her name into the UCA history books? Don’t miss this Public Safety Boxing event May 24, 2013 Quiet Cannon, Montebello, California. Los Angeles Battle of the Badges.

Los Angeles Battle of the Badges “Repeat or Revenge” Fight Card.

Bout 1 features Jr Middleweights David “Temple Pride” Chung, LASD/TEM vs.  Andy “Chinese Connection” Chen, LASD/MCJ.   The styles of these two fighters make for an entertaining matchup.

Bout 2 features Cruiserweights Remin “Pinoy Power” Pineda, LASD/MCJ vs.  Joseph Edmiston, LASD/IRC    Expect a hungry and determined Pineda Friday night.

Bout 3 features Heavyweights Manny “187″ Amaya, LASD/HOM vs. Roger “Industry Pride” Garcia, LASD/IDT.  As soon as this fight was on paper, “Fight of the Night” was written next to it.

Bout 4 features Super Middleweights Jesse “The Spider” Zagarnga, LASD/IRC vs. Kyle “The Moustache” Ferrari, Alhambra PD.

Bout 5 features Jr Middleweights Dianna “TST Power” Fazzini, LASD/TST vs.  Shannon Lopez, LAPD. Don’t get out of your seat when these ladies come on.  This fight promises to bring fireworks.

Bout 6 features Super Middleweights Mathew “Pride of Palmdale” Peredia, LASD/PLM vs.  Michael Jaen, Inglewood PD.

Bout 7 features Jr Middleweights Mark “The Clutch” Marroquin, LASD/MCJ vs. Eriverto” El Joven Maravilla” Montano, LAPD.  Will Montano remain perfect or will Marroquin give him his first defeat?

Bout 8 features Top Rank Jr Middleweights Brandon “Pit Bull” Manning, LASD/MCJ vs. Chris Martinez. Avenal PD. Manning and Martinez are warriors and the fans can look forward to an explosive matchup when they step into the ring.

The Co Main Event of this Repeat or Revenge fight card will feature Solano Prison Correctional Officer Craig Hamblin as he seeks to pick up his first win over hometown  favorite Mike Hernandez from the Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. Expect a close, competitive, entertaining fight.

The main event of this stacked 10-bout card will feature two of Public Safety’s finest female boxers. Undefeated #1 Ranked Julie “J-Cat” Williams, CDCR San Quentin Prison vs. Police Olympic Gold Medalist Stephanie “Motor City” Sparks, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.  for the  Super Middleweight State Championship Title.

Friday May 24, 2013. Quiet Cannon 901 Via San Clemente, Montebello California. Tickets:  Gen Admin:  $25.00 Ringside $50.00 Parking $5.00

All twenty fighters scheduled to square off later tonight hit their marks on the scale this morning. Main Event fighter Stephanie Sparks looked in tip top shape weighing in actually below the Super Middleweight limit at 180lbs. The slimmer but equally fit Williams weighed in at 174lbs. Heavyweights  Mike Hernandez, LASD and Craig Hamblin, CDCR checked in at 215lbs. Jr Middleweights Brandon Manning, LASD and Chris Martinez, Avenal PD had no problem making the 154lb limit. The LA Battle of the Badges is on!  The only thing left to do is fight. Tickets are still available. This event will sell out. Show up early if you plan on buying tickets at the door. 901 Via San Clemente, Quiet Cannon, Montebello California.  Doors open at 5pm fights start at 7pm. General $25.00, Ringside 50.00

On Friday May 24, 2013 the Quiet Cannon played host to one of the biggest fights of 2013 in the Los Angeles Battle of the Badges. Fight fans saw Public Safety Boxing history being made as two of the best female fighters in the state went at it in the main event for the Super Middleweight State Championship Title. Julie “C-Cat” Williams, CDCR San Quentin Prison put her undefeated record on the line against #1 ranked Police Olympic Gold Medalist Stephanie “Motor City Sparks, LASD.  For 6 minutes it was a back and forth war with neither fighter giving up any ground. After two very close rounds it was anyone’s fight.  Whoever wins the 3^rd round, wins the title. The fight would go the distance and would be left in the judges hands.  Once the scores were added up the decision was announced……And the new UCA Super Middleweight State Champion from the Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. Stephanie “Motor City” Sparks. Sparks and Williams engaged in a competitive battle but is was Sparks who  would edge out a split decision win and make the Los Angles Sheriff Dept. proud by becoming the first UCA Female State Champion.   The underlining factor of the fight is Cardio. Sparks seemed to have a little bit more left in the tank at the end of the fight. Williams would suffer the first defeat of her career and fall to 5-1. It’s a tough loss for Williams who said after the fight, “Set up a rematch.”

Bout 1 – David Chung, LASD vs. Andy Chen, LASD. A great fight to kick off the show between two evenly matched fighters’ with similar styles. Close fight to score. Chung winner by split decision.

Bout 2 – Remin Pineda, LASD vs. Joseph Edmiston, LASD.  Pineda would have his hands full with Edmiston but he refused to let Edmiston impose his will on him. Edmiston would land some beautiful right hands in the first round but it didn’t stop Pineda from coming forward.   When Edmiston threw a punch Pineda answered right back. One round a piece going into the 3^rd round, both fighters needed a big round and came out hard at each other. Pineda landed some perfectly placed body shots in the 1^st and 2^nd rounds that may have paid dividends in the 3^rd. Pineda continued to pressure Edmiston and the referee was forced to step in and stop the fight. Pineda winner 3^rd round TKO.

Bout 3 – Roger Garcia, LASD vs. Manny Amaya, LASD. The LASD Deputy Garcia engaged in an all-out war with fellow Deputy Amaya for 3 nonstop rounds.  Following the conclusion of this three-round contest there was no clear winner. The decision would be left up to the judges and Garcia was awarded the win by split decision. This fight definitely lived up to the hype.

Bout 4 – Jesse Zagarnga, LASD vs. Kyle Ferrari, Alhambra PD This fight had everything; action, excitement, knock downs, windmill punches, haymakers, and warnings from the referee.  Both fighters would leave everything they had in the ring however the “Wild Child” Ferrari would leave a little bit more to pick up the win. Ferrari winner by decision. Early contender for “Fight of the Night.”

Bout 5 – Dianna Fazzini, LASD vs Shannon Lopez, LAPD. The puncher vs. the boxer, what a tough fight to score. A fight as close as this one can go either way; it depends on the judges and what they like. Do they prefer a boxer, who works behind the jab, looks to set up combinations and displays good footwork on the outside? Then you give it to Lopez.  Do the judges prefer a pressure fighter, who is aggressive, comes forward and throws more punches?  Then you give it to Fazzini. Lopez winner by decision.

Bout 6 – Mike Hernandez, LASD vs. Craig Hamblin, CDCR, 2. Coming into the rematch Hamblin knew he needed a knockout or at least a knockdown to beat the hometown favorite Hernandez. Hamblin tried, he brought the fight to Hernandez all three rounds. Hamblin was the busier fighter throwing more punches and cutting the ring off but it wasn’t enough. The difference in the fight was Hernandez  footwork that kept him out of Hamblin’s range and landing the more effective punches. Hernandez winner by decision.

Bout 7 – Mark Marroquin, LASD vs Eriverto Montano, LAPD.  This was an exciting action packed fight from start to finish with both guys giving and receiving punishment.  These guys went at it! The thought of slowing down or giving up never entered their mind. These gladiators laid it all on the line. It was a back and forth battle but there had to be a winner. The difference is this fight was the higher connect percentage and crisper punches by Montano. From a technical stand point this was the best performance from Montano since he started boxing.  Montano winner by decision. Marroquin and Montano would receive “Fight of the Night’ honors for their tremendous heart and determination.

Bout 8 – Brandon Manning, LASD vs. Chris Martinez, Avenal PD. Manning was looking to repeat and Martinez was looking for revenge. When the bell sounded both fighters picked up where the last fight left off.  Martinez came out throwing laser sharp combinations and using beautiful footwork to get out of the way of Manning’s thunderous shots. Manning used his aggressive, mauling, brawling style to back Martinez up and rough him up against the ropes. Manning was a little too aggressive in the first round attempting to take Martinez down with a double leg take down. The referee would stop the action and take a point away from Manning.  Manning would settle down but continued to force Martinez to fight every second of every round. Manning  landed some heavy shots throughout the fight but it was Martinez ring generalship and combination punching that sealed the victory, setting up a much-anticipated trilogy.   Avenal Police Chief Jack Amoroso was in attendance and proud to see Martinez pick up the win.

Bout 9 – Mathew Peredia, LASD vs. Michael Jaen, Inglewood PD. Two evenly matched fighters stepping into the ring for the first time showed good skills and composure. Close first round. The pace picked up in the 2nd round with Peredia putting together a nice combination prompting the referee to stop the action. Peredia winner 2^nd TKO.

The Los Angeles Battle of the Badges is in the books. Another great event put on by team LASD, Mike Young, Hank Nagamine, Al and Darlene Fraijo.

The Kennel Boxing Gym home to the UCA Welterweight State Champion Brent Bugarin, Santa Clara SD presents “Battle at The Kennel #4” Saturday June 1, 2013. This USA Boxing event will take place at the Kennel Boxing Gym, 3051 Teagarden St.  San Leandro, California 94577 (510) 483-3006.

http://www.kennelboxing.com. Don’t miss your chance to see top amateurs and future professional fighters slug it out. This event will sell out, show up early if you plan on buying tickets at the door.  Show starts at 1pm.

The SoCal Battle of the Badges will kick off its highly-anticipated first event of the year featuring some great public safety boxing superstars, Saturday June 1, 2013, Aqua Caliente Casino & Resort. 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270. Doors open at 5:00pm fights start at 7:00pm The main event will feature a battle of  unbeatens when  4th ranked Ryan Hotchkiss (4-0) San Mateo PD takes on  Rene Sicre (3-0) Pechanga Rangers.

BOUT #1 – 190lbs Rudy Cruz, Orange County Fire Authority vs.  Edward Espinosa, Orange County Sheriff Department

BOUT #2 – 147lbs Manual Zavala, CDCR Chuckwalla – Blyth vs. 2^nd ranked Adam Acuna, Baldwin Park PD. A lot of eyes will be Acuna Saturday night. There is talk Acuna may be the guy to perhaps stop Welterweight State Champion Brent Bugarin, Santa Clara SD.

BOUT #3 – 140lbs Selina Velasquez, Soboba Public Safety Officer vs. Juanita Aragon, Morongo Casino – Public Safety Officer

BOUT #4 – 250lbs Chris Wood, Orange County Fire Authority vs.  9^th ranked Alberto Deleon, CDCR, Ironwood. Deleon is definitely worthy of his 9th ranked position however to move up and become a serious contender he must challenge someone in the top 5.

BOUT #5 – 185lbs Brandon Vargas, AMR – Redlands vs. Alan Wright, Riverside Police Department

BOUT #6 – 175lbs Matt Savant, Orange County Fire Authority vs. Luis Garcia, AMR Redlands

BOUT #7 – 170lbs Paula Arriaga, Pala – EMS – EMT vs. Christina Banuelos, Riverside County Sheriff Department

BOUT #8 – 200lbs Chris Dubiansky, US Forest Service vs. Freddy Walton, Fausto’s Bail Bonds/Fugitive Recovery

BOUT #9 – 154lbs 3^rd ranked Dustin Rodriguez, Santa Monica Fire Department vs. Markos Rodriguez, BLM Firefighter – Palm Springs. The Jr. Middleweight division is wide open and Rodriguez has the talent to take it over.

BOUT #10 – 170lbs 4^th ranked Anthony Camou, CHP vs. 6^th ranked Frank Holguin, CDCR, Chino are set to fight in an epic showdown. You can expect a hard hitting fast paced fight when the bell rings. Camou is a newcomer with a 1– 0 record and already on the brink of stardom.  A win over Holguin will get Camou one step closer to challenging the #1 ranked Super Middleweight, Ricky Seward, Big Bear City FD. Camou has a tough task in front of him. Holguin is no stepping stone and comes to fight every time he steps into the ring.

BOUT #11 – 200lbs Francisco Rosario, CDCR, Tehachapi vs.  Steve Long, Fausto’s Bail Bonds/Fugitive Recovery

BOUT #12 – 220lbs Zar Roman, Carson Fire Department vs.  9^th ranked Mario Alonzo, CDCR, Ironwood. Alonzo will be looking to return to the win column after losing two tough fights to the 3^nd ranked undefeated Jorge Salazar, Riverside SO.

Main Event – 205lbs 4^th ranked Ryan Hotchkiss, San Mateo PD vs. Rene Sicre, Pechanga Rangers. This highly anticipated main event features two undefeated fighters with the winner getting a title shot against undefeated, #1 ranked, LB for LB King, Chris Barrios, LASD.