Josh Webb, CHP vs Jason Gutknecht, Madera Police Dept. features a matchup between two fighters aiming to get their careers off to a good start as UCA prospects and start on their winning path to the top of the division.  Webb and Gutknecht have a lot of upside and could be demanding a lot of attention soon. Both fighters are athletic with contrasting styles which makes for a great fight. This is the front runner for “Fight of the Night” honors. Tickets are on sale now. General $25 Ringside $40. Doors open at 4pm first bell rings at 5pm. Battle of the Badges takes place Saturday, October 11, 2014 at the Red Lion Woodlake Hotel, 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento California.

The Battle of the Badges returns to the Capital City Saturday October 11, 2014 for another explosive public safety boxing event. This incredible night of boxing action will be held at the Red Lion Woodlake Hotel Sacramento, CA. Don’t miss your chance to see some of the best boxers in California lay it all on the line for the Race to Erase MS. Proceeds will benefit Multiple Sclerosis thereby making this event not only a platform to showcase the best public safety boxers in California, but also a path to aiding those in need. Come out and support this great event and great tradition of public safety helping those in need. Tickets are on sale now. General $25.00, Ringside $40.00. Doors open at 4pm first fight at 5pm. Red lion Woodlake Hotel, 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento California. Race to Erase MS is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization tax #841238541

In a stunning development, the Super Heavyweight State Champion Cleon Jones, Yolo County Sheriff’s Dept. withdraws from the October 11, 2014 Battle of the Badges main event. Cleon Jones was scheduled to make the second defense of his UCA title against #1 ranked Mike Gomez, CDCR, CHCF but suffered an injury in training and was forced to pull out of the fight. Due to this unforeseen development the UCA is put into a position to adjust the rankings and announce a new division.

Moving forward into the 2015 boxing season the UCA will be creating a Masters Division. The UCA Masters Division will go beyond commonly accepted boundaries of Public Safety boxing and provide a division for boxers 40 years old and over. Due to the increased interest in fighters competing over the age of 40, it has become necessary to create this division to ensure even matches and fighter safety. Masters boxers will compete against other Masters boxers and have the same opportunity to fight for the UCA Championship Title as open fighters.

Cleon Jones, 44 years old will become the Masters Division Super Heavyweight Champion and the Open Super Heavyweight title will be vacant. Hoping to fill the vacancy and bring home the belt will be #1 ranked Mike Gomez, CDCR, CHCF or 9^th ranked Chris Lewis, Fresno County Sheriff’s Dept. on October 11, 2014 at the Battle of the Badges.  Lewis agreed to take the Super Heavyweight title fight, replacing Jones with only two weeks’ notice. Lewis is ready to take full advantage of his title fight opportunity; in fact the timing couldn’t be better. Lewis has been in the gym training and sparring for a Muay Thai fight later this month. Gomez will have to switch his focus from Jones to Lewis and prepare for an orthodox fighter instead of a southpaw which Jones is. The fans are in for an exciting fight that is just as compelling as the original. Both fighters are phenomenal athletes and hungry to prove they are the best. Tickets are on sale now. General $25.00, Ringside $40.00. Doors open at 5pm. Red lion Woodlake Hotel, 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento California.

There will be over 550 pounds in the ring when Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept. squares off with Iulai Tuua, CDCR Mule Creek Prison Saturday night October 11, 2014 at the Red Lion Woodlake Hotel, Sacramento California. Don’t be late for this Battle of the Badges Super Heavyweight Showdown it could end early. Masse and Tuua’s style is no secret they both come forward looking to destroy whatever is in front of them by any means necessary. With both fighters being phenomenal athletes with dynamite in their hands this makes for a very entertaining fight. Don’t wait, get your tickets now. General admission $25, Ringside $40. Doors open at 5pm first fight at 6pm.

There is nothing quite like the anticipation of two big men with knockout power in both hands throwing bombs at each other. Fight fans couldn’t ask for a better match up.
On Saturday October 11, 2014 Chris Lewis, Fresno County Sheriff’s Dept. and Mike Gomez, CDCR, CHCF will square off  for the UCA Super Heavyweight Championship Title. Lewis, will test his skills against the #1 ranked Super Heavyweight.  Gomez has been sitting at number one waiting for his opportunity to prove he is the best. The wait is over, Gomez will finally get his chance. Let the fireworks begin! When you have two fighters that want something so bad and will do whatever it takes to get it the fight is guaranteed to be nothing short of spectacular.  Tickets are on sale now. General $25 Ringside $40. Doors open at 5pm first bell rings at 6pm. The Battle of the Badges takes place Saturday, October 11, 2014 at the Red Lion Woodlake Hotel, 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento California.

Chris Anaya, Roseville Fire Dept. vs Josh Tann, Cal Fire features a matchup between two evenly matched fighters looking to get their first W. Both fighters come from great gyms and great trainers.  Tann trains at California Boxing & MAA, Fair Oaks under Gil Zaragoza and Anaya trains at UFC, Sacramento under Marcus Reeves. Both coaches are former fighters so Tann and Anaya will be ready and the fans can count on a great fight. October 11, 2014 Red Lion Woodlake Hotel & Conference Center 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento California. Doors open at 5 general admission $25.00 ringside $40.00. Tickets on sale now.

Iulai Tuua, CDCR, Mule Creek Prison and Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept. will meet in the ring October 11, 2014 and test their skills against one another. This is a high stakes fight between two gifted athletes with the winner potentially earning a shot at the Super Heavyweight Title.  Don’t wait to get your tickets to this event!

On October 11, 2014 Battle of the Badges newcomer Iulai Tuua, CDCR Mule Creek will step into the ring for the first time against fellow newcomer Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept in a 3 round Super Heavyweight bout. The UCA caught up with Tuua to ask him a few questions about his upcoming fight.

Height: 6’1
Weight: 270
Age: 30
Coach: James Dorris, Folsom Police Dept.
Gym: The Edge, Jackson, CA

UCA- How has the process been preparing for the fight with work and family?

TUUA-It has been really tough.  Family is always first on my priority list.  I have been fortunate enough to have a wife that is very supportive in anything I do.  She takes really good care of our 3 kids and everything at home-along with a full-time job as a teacher.  She also holds me accountable for my work outs.  Work is extremely busy, as we are going through lots of changes.  I am also an assistant football coach at Bradshaw Christian School in Elk Grove.  So, with all that and training for this fight, it has been extremely difficult.

UCA-How many days a week are you getting to the gym to train?

TUUA-I train 3 days a week at the gym with my coach James Dorris.

UCA-Are you doing any unique or crazy training to prepare for the fight?

TUUA- Yes.  I am currently going through a training called “Warrior Training” that is also put together by my coach.  I don’t know how to explain the training, but it’s really tough.

UCA-Is it tough finding sparring partners your size?

TUUA-Yes.

UCA-Who are some of your sparring partners?

TUUA- My coach James “Lights Out” Dorris, my brother-in-law Bobby Brooks and a fellow co-worker and a participant of previous Battle of the Badges, Charlie Heintschel.

UCA-Do you feel you have any advantages over Masse?  

TUUA- It’s hard to tell.  I have a great coach, great sparring partners and I have been training really hard.  I guess we’ll find out on October 11^th.

UCA-You and Masse both played college football. You played for Cal Poly and Masse played for Fresno State. Did you ever play against him?

TUUA- We did not have the opportunity to play against each other, but it would have made this fight a little more interesting if we did.

UCA-Based on Masse’s training video do you feel your skills match up with his?

TUUA-Definitely.  You have two big athletic guys that can bang.  I think we match up really well.

UCA-Will you be training on anything specific in preparation for Masse?

TUUA-No, I will just continue to train the same way I have been training.

UCA-Are you prepared for a back and forth battle where you are both tested?

TUUA: Yes I am.

UCA-If you had to pick one fighter whose style most resembles yours who would it be?

TUUA-David Tua.

UCA-What will you be thinking about as you walk to the ring?

TUUA-My training.

UCA-Have you envisioned in your mind how the fight will end? 

TUUA- With a Victory.

On October 11, 2014 Battle of the Badges newcomer Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept will step into the ring for the first time against fellow newcomer Iulia Tuua, CDCR Mule Creek in a 3 round Super Heavyweight bout. The UCA caught up with Masse to ask him a few questions about his upcoming fight.

Height: 6’4
Weight: 270
Age: 28
Coach: Bryan Williams, Fresno Police Dept.
Gym: Thrive Training Center, Fresno, CA

UCA-How has the process been preparing for the fight with work and family?

PM-Training had been hard on the family but my wife supports me and understand that I need the gym time to prepare.

UCA-How many days a week are you getting to the gym to train?

PM- I’m getting to the gym about 3 days a week for specifically boxing.

UCA-Are you doing any unique or crazy training to prepare for the fight?

PM-No crazy training. Just lots of conditioning, footwork, and sparring.

UCA-Is it tough finding sparring partners your size?

PM-Luckily my coach is extremely experienced and about my size do he makes a great sparring partner.

UCA-Do you feel you have any advantages over Tuua?

PM-As far as advantages over Tuua, I feel I have the best coaches I could ask for and a lot of right experienced sparring partners.

UCA-You and Tuua both played college football. You played for Fresno State and Tuua played for Cal Poly. Did you ever play against him?

PM-I never played against Tuua in college.

UCA-Based on Tuua’s training video do you feel your skills match up with his?

PM-Tuua looks like a strong guy but ill have the edge on speed.

UCA-Are you prepared for a back and forth battle where you are both tested?

PM-I’m prepared for a 3 round fight. My conditioning is good right now.

 UCA-Have you envisioned in your mind how the fight will end? 

 PM-I envision this fight being three rounds with me ending up on top. That’s what I’m picturing in my mind.

In a shocking development #1 ranked, Mike Gomez, CDCR, CHCF pulls himself from title fight.  Gomez was scheduled to fight last minute replacement 9th ranked Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriff’s Dept. for the vacant UCA Super Heavyweight Championship Title. Gomez had a physical on Monday and his blood pressure was high and did not want to risk his health in Saturday night’s title fight at the Red Lion Woodlake Hotel.  When Lewis heard the news he said, “Find me an opponent, I want to fight.” No other challengers were available to fight with 4 days notice except two time Battle of the Badges civilian fill in fighter Zeke Johnston.  When Johnston was asked to fight he said, “It’s short notice but I’m a competitor I want the challenge, lets do it, I’m in.”  Both fighters guarantee to give the fans a great show.

October 11, 2014 will be a big night for public safety boxing. Continuing to break fresh ground, for the first time public safety fighters will be featured on the same card as professional fighters. Square Vision Entertainment and the United Combat Association present the Capital City Explosion, Battle of the Badges, Saturday night at the Red Lion Woodlake Hotel, Sacramento, California. Tickets are on sale now and start at only $25 dollars for general admission and $40 for Ringside. Don’t miss your chance to see the best professional and public safety boxers in California lay it all on the line for charity. Aside from the  fighters being on the fast track toward title contention they will also be fighting to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Race to Erase MS. The event takes place tonight at the Red Lion Woodlake Hotel 500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento CA. Doors open at 5pm first fight at 6pm. Tickets are available online and will also be available at the door.

The Square Vision, UCA Capital City Explosion, Battle of the Badges event lived up to the hype and expectations, delivering the fans an action packed night of professional and amateur boxing. The lineup looked fantastic on paper, and proved to be even better when the fighters stepped into the ring. High-level boxing, great technique, unmatched athleticism, knockouts and come-from-behind victories. It was a special card and a great night of fights that raised money for Multiple Scleroses, Race to Erase MS. This card is going to be tough to beat. Not only was the card stacked with amateur and professional talent, tickets were sold at an unbelievable price of $25.00 for General Admission and $40.00 for Ringside. The fighters were competing for more than a victory they were fighting to help find a cure for MS. Eight very proud Public Safety fighters were on the card and they did not disappoint.

The first UCA fight featured Josh Webb, CHP vs. Battle of the Badges newcomer Jason Gutknecht, Madera Police Dept. Webb’s game plan was to keep the fight on the outside and keep Gutknecht on defense by throwing a lot of punches. Gutknecht’s plan was to find a home for his powerful straight left hand. Webb would execute his game plan first landing a straight right hand scoring a flash knockdown.  Gutknecht would get right up and continue to come forward. Gutknecht had his moments and was most effective when he worked behind his jab.  Gutknecht seemed to slow down half way through the 2nd round and Webb began to pull away out working Gutknecht. Webb boxed brilliantly on the outside with good footwork, head movement and mixing up his punches to the body and head.  Webb winner by decision.

The energy and excitement was at its peak when Super Heavyweights Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept. and Iulia Tuua, CDCR, Mule Creek Prison squared off. This is the one everyone was waiting for.  As soon as the bell sounded Tuua came straight at Masse with deadly intent.  Tuua caught Masse with a hard shot in the first round and it looked like it this fight would be done in one. Masse would receive a standing 10 count. When the fight resumed Masse stayed on the outside looking to establish his jab and keep Tuua at a safe distance. Masse would land a good combination before Tuua would close the distance and land another devastating blow. Tuua has horseshoes in his gloves and whatever he hits, he destroys.  The referee would step in again and take a good look at Masse as he gave him a standing 10 count. The three knockdown rule was in effect and one more knock down and the fight is over.   Masse would survive the first round but was in serious trouble. Masse did some good work in the round but was clearly behind on the score cards. Masse’s trainer Bryan Williams, Fresno PD pleaded with his fighter to not sit in front of Tuua and to move and box. Masse started the 2nd round on steady legs, boxing and moving like a lightweight.  Tuua was visibly exhausted in the 2^nd round and tried to land a big punch before he ran out of gas completely. Masse would press the action and catch Tuua with a 3 punch combination against the ropes but Tuua was too tired to answer back prompting the referee to step in and call a halt to the bout. Pierce winner 2^nd rd TKO. What a fight!  Not only did Tuna and Masse steal the show, they also picked up “Fight of the Night” honors. These two gladiators will meet again.

Josh Tann, Cal Fire vs Chris Anaya, Roseville Fire Dept. featured two evenly matched fighters with the same skill set. Who would impose their will on the other?  Round one and two were very close. Both fighters threw and landed the same amount of punches. Even fight going into the 3rd round whoever comes out hard, wins the fight. Anaya would initiate the action and come forward throwing three punches to Tann’s one.  Tann and Anaya made it a tough fight for the judges at ringside to score.  Anaya would pick up the decision win due to his offensive output in the 3rd round.

And the New….

Congratulations to Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriff’s Dept. on becoming the new UCA Super Heavyweight State Champion. Chris Lewis took on Zeke Johnston, (civilian) Security Officer in Saturday night’s UCA Main Event. Both fighters came out hard at each other to start the fight. The pace would eventually slow down and Lewis would find his openings and land some clean shots against the hard charging Johnston. Johnston gave a good account of himself against the younger fighter but Lewis was just too good.  Lewis moved comfortably around the ring working angles and mixing up his punches. Lewis finished strong landing a straight right hand forcing the referee to take a close look at Johnston and administer a standing 10 count. When the bell sounded to end the fight Lewis would pick up a three-round unanimous decision win over the grizzled veteran Zeke Johnston.  With the win, Lewis remains perfect and claims the UCA Super Heavyweight State Championship Strap. The win also sets up an earth shattering blockbuster Super Heavyweight State Championship title fight against Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept. in the Central California Battle of the Badges April, 11, 2015 at the Civic Auditorium.

It was a huge night for public safety boxing as UCA fighters competed on the same card a professional fighters and perhaps future world champions. The public safety fighters did not disappoint and earned respect from the professional fighters and the fans.

The UCA title fight agreement contracts are signed for the most intriguing title fight to date. Former UCA Cruiserweight title challenger Jamaal Braithwaite, Orange County Sheriff’s Office returns to the ring for another shot at boxing glory. On October 18, 2014 in the SoCal Battle of the Badges, Brathwaite will face Kyle Stewart, United States Marine Corps for the UCA Light Heavyweight Championship Title. Brathwaite is relinquishing his Cruiserweight 2nd ranking and dropping down to the Light Heavyweight division to challenge (8-1) King of the Cage champion and Battle of the Badges newcomer Stewart. The UCA title that was once held by James Davis, Folsom Prison and Matt Wurdinger, Santa Clara Police Dept. Brathwaite will be returning to the ring after a 14 month lay off and isn’t looking at this fight as a comeback fight, it’s more like a breakout fight. 175lbs is Brathwaite’s natural weight and if he can sneak past Steward he may be the Light Heavyweight King for a long time. Brathwaite vs Stewart is a very intriguing matchup. Brathwaite is a top level boxer and Stewart is a top level MMA fighter. The question on a lot of people’s minds will be answered Saturday night can an MMA fighter beat a boxer? It all goes down at the SoCal Battle of the Badges this Saturday night at Pala Casino Spa Resort, Pala California. Tickets start at $20.00, doors open at 6:30.

Saturday night’s encounter between 2nd ranked, Jamaal Brathwaite, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. and Kyle Stewart, USMC promises to be a special one. The talk and  training is over, it’s time to fight. It won’t be easy, both fighters will be tested and pushed harder than ever before but the fighter who makes it out on the other side will have their hand raised in victory and claim the title of best light heavyweight in California.  Stewart is 8-1 and the King of the Cage Champion.  Brathwaite is the 2^nd ranked Cruiserweight and carries a 5-2 record. Regardless of the records, the height, the age or experience these guys are warriors and want to compete against the best. Both fighters are coming into this fight with momentum. Stewart is coming off his King of the Cage title defense win September 16, 2014. Brathwaite is sparring and training at Wild Card Gym and dropping from 190lbs to the Light Heavyweight division and will be bringing his power with him.  Matchups like this raise the bar for Public Safety boxing and are what make Battle of the Badges events so exciting. Show up early if you plan on buying tickets at the door. The SoCal Battle of the Badges takes place at the Pala Casino Spa Resort, Pala California. Doors open at 6:30, tickets start at $20.00.

Big time UCA Championship boxing marks  this  dream fight match up. The UCA Light Heavyweight  Championship  belt will be up for grabs when Jamaal Brathwaite, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. faces King of the Cage Champion, Kyle Stewart, United States Marine Corps. Do not leave your seats when these phenomenal athletes step into the ring. The action takes place at the SoCal Battle of the Badges, Saturday October 18, 2014 at the Pala Casino Spa Resort, Pala California. Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the door. Fights start at 6:30.

Another huge success for the SoCal Battle of the Badges. Ten epic fights produced a great night of Public Safety boxing entertainment Saturday night at the Pala Casino Spa Resort. The Co Main event featured a UCA Light Heavyweight Championship Title fight between 2^nd ranked Jamaal Brathwaite, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. vs. “King of the Cage Champion” Kyle Stewart, USMC. The Main event featured the #1 ranked Cruiserweight Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. vs. Nick Herstine, Security Officer.

There is a new force in the light heavyweight division and his name is Kyle Stewart United States Marine Corps. Stewart seized the moment with a perfectly landed one two punch combination ten seconds into the 3^rd round to become the new UCA Light Heavyweight Champion. It was a chess match of a fight leading up to the stoppage. The first two rounds were fought perfectly by both fighters. Brathwaite and Stewart strategically set up each move and were never out of position. When the bell sounded to start the 3^rd round both fighters came forward and Stewart saw a slight opening and threw a jab, right hand that landed right on target. Brathwaite would hit the canvas but he is a warrior and is most dangerous when he is hurt. He has proved he can get off the canvas and turn the fight around. Although Brathwaite beat the count and wanted to continue the referee called a halt to the bout. Stewart winner 3^rd round TKO.

Also in action was the #1 ranked Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. returning to ring on the heels of a major setback in his career losing by split decision to the UCA Cruiserweight Champion Brian Stevens, LASD. Taylor got back to his winning ways by defeating the hungry Nick Herstine, Security Officer.  There could be a light heavyweight dream fight on the horizon. Team Taylor is in discussions of having Travon drop down to the light heavyweight division and challenging the New UCA Champion Kyle Stewart, USMC in the SoCal Battle of the Badges in March, 2015.