The countdown is on as Five determined CDCR fighters prepare to represent their institutions at the Central California Battle of the Badges “Unfinished Business” event. Jorge Estrada and Beto Ortiz from California Health Care Facility (CHCF), John Olson and Anthony Mata from Avenal State Prison, and Michael Valle from Pleasant Valley State Prison have been putting in the work, sacrificing time, pushing through a grueling training camp and sharpening their skills for June 27, 2026, at the Fresno City College Gymnasium. Each fighter carries the pride of their institution and the determination to prove themselves under the lights. When the bell rings, months of preparation will be put to the test when these correctional professionals step through the ropes and showcase the courage, discipline, and warrior spirit that define the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Don’t miss the Central California Battle of the Badges Unfinished Business as these fighters look to leave their mark on the biggest stage in public safety boxing.
