The SoCal Battle of the Badges returns to Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula, CA Saturday June, 2023.

This mega event will feature a UCA Championship Double Header. First up will be the newly crowned UCA Jr Middleweight Champion Aidan Nolasco, Long Beach Police Dept defending his title against 2nd ranked Dylan Hicks, Los Angeles Sheriffs Dept.

Nolasco just came out of a 3 round technical war of a fight with Manual Maldonado, Burbank Police Dept on April 15, 2023 at the Central California Battle of the Badges. Nolasco will be stepping back in the ring only after 6 weeks from having the UCA Jr Middleweight belt wrapped  around his waist.  That is the quickest turn around time for any UCA Champion. LBPD Boxing Coach Walter Lavarro said, “We want to stay busy and we will fight anyone!”

Nolasco will be facing a very tough opponent in Dylan Hicks. The challenger holds 5 wins and only one loss to the former UCA Jr Welterweight Champion Marcel Hernandez, CDCR – ASP.  Hicks is a crafty fighter who has been around the fight game a long time.  Nolasco will be Hicks toughest test yet. Stablemates Strigglers, Maldonado, Martinez and LASD boxing coach Abran Rodriguez are pushing Hicks everyday in camp. “I feel good about the match up” Coach Abran said. “Now I’ve seen Nolasco fight and know what to expect. I believe there will be an upset.”  Countdown 28 days!

Don’t miss any of the action Saturday June 3, 2023 at Pechanga Resort and Casino. Doors open at 2pm first fight at 3pm. Purchase tickets at www.socalbattleofthebadges.com or at the door.

The 2nd part of the UCA Championship Double Header featured on the SoCal Battle of the Badges card will be a blockbuster battle between two fighters on the verge of a breakout performance. #1 ranked Elise Garcia, Long Beach Police Dept will meet 3rd ranked Denise Guerrero, San Bernardino Police Dept for the Masters UCA Welterweight Championship title.

Garcia and Guerrero have earned their reputation as ring warriors, making their showdown a must see fight. Both fighters are deep in training camp preparing for a war in the ring.  Fight fans don’t miss this highly anticipated matchup as two top level welterweights battle it out for the UCA Championship title and a chance to make their mark in the sport.

Don’t miss any of the action Saturday June 3, 2023 at Pechanga Resort and Casino. Doors open at 2pm first fight at 3pm. Purchase tickets at www.socalbattleofthebadges.com or at the door.

The UCA 3rd ranked Denise Guerrero, San Bernardino Police Dept is in training camp preparing to make a huge statement when she squares off with #1 ranked Elise Garcia, Long Beach Police Dept for the Masters UCA Welterweight title.

Guerrero was able to squeeze in a few minutes between work and training to answer a few questions about training camp, preparation, and her prediction on the fight.

UCA – What gym do you train at and who is your coach?
DG – Cops 4 Kids – Colton, Carlos Palomino

UCA – How many days a week are you training?
DG – 3-4

UCA – Who are some of the people you are sparring or training with to prepare for the fight?
DG – No one specific, whoever is available.

UCA – Has your training and preparation for this fight been any different from your previous fights?
DG – Not really

UCA – How has the process been preparing for this fight with work, family and training fitting into your schedule?
DG – It makes for long tiring days but always feels good at the end.

UCA – Are you working on anything specific for Garcia?
DG – No

UCA – If you feel the fight is close going into the 3rd round will you come out hard looking to push the pace and land something hard to win the round?
DG – I think you should always come out pushing.

UCA – Have you envisioned in your mind how the fight ends?
DG – Yes

UCA – Do you feel you will have to put on the best performance of your career to beat Garcia and win the title?
DG – Definitely, we should always strive to do our best.

UCA – What do you feel is your strongest weapon in the ring? 
DG – Stubbornness lol

UCA – Do you have a prediction for your fight?
DG – Victory for someone.

Don’t miss the SoCal Battle of the Badges Saturday June 3, 2023 Pechanga Resort and Casino. Doors open at 2pm first bell rings at 3pm. Purchase tickets at the door or online at www.SoCalbattleofthebadges.com

The UCA Jr Middleweight Champion Aidan Nolasco, Long Beach Police Dept is wrapping up his training camp as he prepares to make his first title defense against 2nd ranked Dylan Hicks, LASD next Saturday night.

Nolasco has been working endlessly to get everything fine-tuned for fight night. He trains at the Long Beach Police Dept Academy Boxing Gym with renowned trainer Walter Lavarro and stablemates Elise Garcia, Marco Lopez and Eli Domingo. Fans can expect a highly skilled action packed fight as long as it lasts.

Don’t miss the SoCal Battle of the Badges Saturday June 3, 2023 at Pechanga Resort & Casino. Doors open at 2pm first bell rings at 3pm. Purchase tickets at the door or online www.socalbattleofthebadges.com

Fresh off her win at the Central California Battle of the Badges April 15, 3023 the undefeated #1 ranked Super Featherweight Priscilla Valdovinos, Lindsay Police Dept is back in the ring.

Valdovinos competed in the 27th Annual Bakersfield Battle of the Badges on Friday May 19, 2023. Valdovinos extended her undefeated record to 4-0 by defeating Ariel Vera, Bakersfield Police Dept Cadet. Vera and Valdovinos agreed to fight despite being in different weight divisions. The bout would go the distance and Valdovinos would pick up the unanimous decision victory.

Priscilla would also win the gun raffle sponsored by Dirty Bird Industries.

The Masters UCA #1 ranked Jr Middleweight Ancel Patricio, Riverside County Sheriff’s Office is 6 days away from meeting 2nd ranked Babek Zadseta, CDCR – Chino in a repeat or revenge matchup. Patricio defeated Zadseta 7 years ago by split decision and looks to do it again on Saturday night. Patricio took a break from his training camp to answer a few questions about training camp and the rematch.

UCA – Who is your coach?
AP – A couple of friends of mine.

UCA – What gym do you train at?
AP – Icon Fit in Temecula.

UCA – When did you start your training camp? 
AP – A little over a month ago.

UCA – How often are you sparring?
AP – Few sparring here and there.

UCA – Do you feel you are a better fighter than your first meeting with Babek?
AP – I’m more experienced since the last fight with Babek but I’m sure it’s the same with him as well.

UCA – Will you do anything different in the rematch?
AP – I made a few adjustments and saw some things I can take advantage of. 

UCA – Do you have a Prediction for the fight?
AP – I just want to win convincingly this time. Put all  the things I’ve learned together and make it show.

SoCal Battle of the Badges Saturday June 3, 2023 Pechanga Resort and Casino. Doors open at 2pm first bell rings at 3pm. Purchase tickets at the door or online at www.SoCalbattleofthebadges.com

The SoCal Battle of the Badges returns to Pechanga Resort Casino with a loaded fight card for its 35th annual event.  The SoCal BOTB is the longest running public safety boxing event in the country, being held 3 times a year in the best venues in California. The fighters are thrilled to compete in a renowned venue where world championship boxing events are held. For the past 12 weeks the fighters have been fully immersed in training preparing to put on a show Saturday night. Don’t miss it. Doors open at 2pm the action begins at 3pm.