Make it your New Year’s Resolution to compete in the 2016 Central California Battle of the Badges April 9, 2016 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Sign up now and start training. 

2015 proved Public Safety boxing is hotter than ever and not just in California but all over the country. Battle of the Badges events are being held in Louisiana, Chicago, New York, Missouri, Texas, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom with record setting crowds. The Battle of the Badges is the biggest amateur event in the country and continues to grow at a rapid pace. Top level talent is emerging and fans have a lot to be excited about. Dream matchups like Brian Stevens, LASD vs Guillermo Garcia, LAPD, Dusty Rodriguez, Santa Monica FD vs Chris Martinez, Fresno PD and Brent Bugarin, Santa Clara SD vs Shant Sheklanian, Madera PD along with the California vs New York and California vs Louisiana are perfect examples of how far Public Safety boxing has evolved and the possibilities in years to come…

UCA Promoter of the Year

Jeff Penn, the SoCal Battle of the Badges promoter continues to put on great events at the best venues in California. Fighters and fans can count on 3 to 4 Battle of the Badges events per year held at Aqua Caliente, Pechanga, Morongo, and Pala Resorts and Casinos. Mr. Penn held the first all-female Battle of the Badges card and is working on hosting the first event held on the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier in San Diego, CA

UCA Event of the Year

The Central California Battle of the Badges held at the Hanford Civic Auditorium was the most electrifying event of 2015. It was a highly anticipated event that lived up to the hype. The place was packed and the walls were jumping. The sold out crowd was treated to 12 action packed fights featuring some of the best fighters in the country, 5 UCA Championship Title fights, Steven Lee, Sedgwick Sheriff Dept. traveled from Kansas to compete in the event and James Moore, Monroe Fire Dept. traveled from Louisiana to take on Bryan Williams, Fresno Police Dept. for the UCA Heavyweight Championship. “Golden Fists” honors were awarded to Zachary Farris, CHP and Steven Lee. Sedgwick Sheriff Dept. and “Fight of the Night” honors were awarded to AJ Forestiere, Madera Police Dept. and John Henderson, Hanford Police Dept. Proceeds from the event benefited the Fallen Officers Resource Fund, Bear Nation Wrestling Team, the Hanford Police Dept. Explorers, and Fresno Fire Captain Pete Dern who was severely burned battling a house fire.

UCA Fighter of the Year

A fighter who directly impacts Public Safety boxing by the way he/she performs in the ring. A fighter who stood out from the rest and proved they are the best by challenging and defeating anyone who was put in front of them.

Shant Sheklanian, Madera Police Dept. UCA Undefeated Jr Welterweight Champion

Dusty Rodriguez, Santa Monica Fire Dept. Undisputed, Reigning and Defending Jr Middleweight Champion

Chris Martinez, Fresno Police Dept. Interim UCA Jr Middleweight Champion & Louisiana Battle of the Badges Champion

DJ Vargas, Hanford Police Dept. Undisputed, Reigning and Defending UCA Middleweight Champion

Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff Dept. Undisputed, Reigning and Defending UCA Light Heavyweight Champion

Alan Rojas, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. Undefeated Super Cruiserweight Champion

Bryan Williams, Fresno Police Dept. Masters UCA Heavyweight Champion

Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriff Dept. Reigning, Undefeated, Undisputed, Defending UCA Super Heavyweight Champion

UCA Coach of the Year

A coach who has the knowledge and experience to unlock a fighters true potential and mold them into a champion. There are a lot of critical factors that make a champion, having a great coach is the most important one.

Mando Guzman – Coach of the UCA Cruiserweight Champion Brian Stevens, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. and UCA Super Cruiserweight Champion Alan Rojas, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.

David Rodela – Coach of the UCA Jr Middleweight Champion Dusty Rodriguez, Santa Monica Fire Dept.

Vance Bejarano – Coach of the UCA Light Heavyweight Champion Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff Dept.

Pat Roberts, Appolonio “T” Fernandez, and Jasper Tayaba – Coach of the UCA Super Heavyweight Champion Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriff Dept.

2015 Fights That Got Away

Ray Encinas. Los Angeles Police Dept. vs David Bermudez, East Bay Regional Parks Police Dept.
Hector Mendoza. Los Angeles Police Dept. vs Jorge Caamal, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Quincy Mirage. Los Angeles Police Dept. vs Brandon Manning, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Deirdre Fonseca, Los Angeles Police Dept. vs Marina Lizarraga, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Daniel Ramirez. vs Jose Corral, Los Angles Sheriff Dept.
Walter Lavarro, Long Beach Police Dept. vs Jose Corral, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Devon Dejoie, U.S. Navy vs Ancel Patricio, Orange County Sheriff Dept.
Shawn Sutherland, Big Bear City FD vs Remin Pineda, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
John Henderson, Hanford Police Dept. vs Brian Petrella, Pasadena Police Dept.

UCA Champions Missing in Action

Stephanie Sparks, Masters UCA Super Middleweight Champion, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Brent Bugarin UCA Welterweight Champion, Santa Clara Sheriff Dept.
Matthew Pereida, UCA Super Middleweight Champion, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Brian Stevens, UCA Cruiserweight Champion, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Mike Frazier, UCA Heavyweight Champion Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Cleon Jones UCA Masters Super Heavyweight Champion Yolo County Sheriff Dept.

UCA Biggest Most Memorable Fights of 2015

Fights that undoubtedly will be talked about years from now. While most fights come and go these memorable battles will live on through the ages and become a part of UCA Boxing History.

Zachary Farris, CHP vs Steven Lee, Sedgwick Sheriff Dept.
Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriff Dept. vs Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept.
Bryan Williams Fresno Police Dept vs JR Moore, Monroe Louisiana Fire Dept.
Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff Dept vs Josh Mejia, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Alan Rojas Los Angeles Sheriff Dept. vs Enrique Frias, San Diego Probation.

Fighters to Keep an Eye On

Marina Lizarraga, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Joseph Flahaven, Glendale Fire Dept.
Marc Maroquin, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Jesse Zaranaga, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Manny Amaya, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Brandon Manning, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Ancel Patricio, Orange County Sheriff Dept.
Jose Corral, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Abran Rodriguez, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Hue Xiong, Fresno Sheriff Dept.
Ryan Parker, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Ricky Seward, Big Bear City Fire Dept.
Remin Pineda, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Chris Pharo, San Diego Fire Dept
Devon Dejoie, U.S. Navy
Mike Delrey, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Frederic Sabas, Sycuan Fire Dept.
Josh Webb, California Highway Patrol
Jaboy Leomitti, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept
Mike Hernandez, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Brendy Ponce, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Danny Ramirez, Los Angeles Police Dept.

UCA Fights of the Year

Nestor Escobar, Los Angeles Police Dept vs Marc Maroquin, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept
Gracie Melendrez, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. vs. Kesha Guilin, Riverside County Sheriff’s Dept.
Ashley Powers, CDCR Ironwood vs. Alexis Marquez, EMT
Hector Mendoza, Los Angeles Police Dept. vs Kyle Ferrari, Alhambra Police Dept.
John Henderson, Hanford Police Dept. vs AJ Forestiere, Madera Police Dept.
Josh Webb, CHP vs Jeremy Parker, CDCR, CSP Sac

UCA Breakout Fighter of the Year

A fighter who steps into the ring for the first time and wins over the crowd with skill, heart and personality. One you can’t wait to see fight again.

Zachary Farris, California Highway Patrol
Michael Banks, CDCR Susanville
Brian Hoist, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
John Henderson, Hanford Police Dept.
Kendra Hendricks, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Gracie Melendrez, Orange County Sheriff Dept
Ashley Powers, CDCR Ironwood

UCA Performance of the Year

A fighter who displays exceptional skills in a near flawless performance

Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff Dept. vs Omar Romero, U.S.M.C.
Shant Sheklanian, Madera Police Dept. vs Francisco Flores, Stanislaus Sheriff Dept.

UCA Quote of the Year

“Who dat Tom…Who dat say dey wanna rumble??” Anthony Deshautelle, Alexandria Police Dept.

Most Talented Fighters Without a Title

With the talent these fighters possess it’s just a matter of time before they become a champion

Female Fighters
Savannah Stewart, Richmond Police Dept.
Shannon Herrera, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Asiah Medawar, San Bernardino Sheriff Dept.
Deirdre Fonseca, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Laura Morales, Madera Dept. of Corrections
Alice Lopez, U.S. Probation
Kat Proudfoot, 29 Palms Fire Dept.

Males Fighters
Larry Cervantes, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
David Bermudez, East Bay Regional Parks Police Dept.
Ray Encinas, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Jorge Caamal, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Quincy Mirage, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Hector Mendoza, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Aurelio Vasquez, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Mike Barragan, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Jamaal Braithwaite Orange County Sheriff Dept.
Joshua Mejia, Los Angeles Sheriff Dept.
Enrique Frias, San Diego Probation
Guillermo Garcia, Los Angeles Police Dept.
Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept.
Justin Robinson, Combat Center Fire Dept.

2015 will be remembered for many remarkable moments. Fans witnessed blockbuster events, career defining championship fights as well as break out performances and the next generation of stars. Brace yourself for 2016.

2016 is quickly approaching, and the UCA is looking back at the best of Public Safety boxing in 2015. The UCA will announce the winners in multiple categories covering everything from the biggest fights, biggest events, best fighters, best coaches, fighters to keep an eye on, etc. on January 1, 2016

The UCA Super Heavyweight Champion Chris Lewis extended his undefeated record to 8-0 in MMA, Muay Thai and Boxing Saturday night by defeating Jose Lopez by unanimous decision at the Fresno Tower Theater MMA Event. Lewis dominated Lopez on the ground, stand up, speed, strength and athleticism. Lewis continues to stay busy and learn as he prepares to become a professional fighter in 2016.

The reigning and defending UCA Super Heavyweight Champion Chris Lewis Fresno Sheriff Dept. looks to remain perfect tomorrow night at the Fresno Tower Theater MMA Event. Lewis will be squaring off with Jose Lopez, (7-0) Dog House MMA, Norwalk CA. Doors open at 6pm First fight at 7pm. At the tower Theater 815 E. Olive Ave. Fresno CA.

(RENO, NEV.) 2016 Olympic Trials Champions

108 lbs: Nico Hernandez, Wichita, Kansas

114 lbs: Antonio Vargas, Kissimmee, Fla.

123 lbs: Shakur Stevenson, Newark, N.J.

141 lbs: Gary Russell, Capitol Heights, Md.

152 lbs: Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Pa.

165 lbs: Charles Conwell, Cleveland Heights, Ohio

178 lbs: Jonathan Esquivel, Anaheim, Calif.

201 lbs: Cam F. Awesome, Lenexa, Kansas

201+ lbs: Marlo Moore, Hayward, Calif.

The champions still must qualify internationally to earn berths on the 2016 Olympic Team. They will have three international qualifying opportunities beginning with a continental tournament in March in Buenos Aires, Argentina followed by a tournament for APB/WSB athletes and a last chance qualifier.

(RENO, NEV.) The Olympic Trials for Men’s Boxing competitors have been whittled down to two finalists in each weight division following challengers bracket championship action on  Friday night in Reno, Nev. The winners advance on to Saturday’s finals where they will face the winners bracket champions at the Reno Events Center.

Olympic Trials Men’s Boxing Results – Friday 12/11/15

108 lbs/challengers bracket: Leroy Davila, Princeton, N.J., dec. Pablo Ramirez, Westlaco, Texas, 2-1

114 lbs/challengers bracket: Antonio Vargas, Kissimmee, Fla., won on TKO over Christian Carto, Deptford, N.J., TKO-2

123 lbs/challengers bracket: Ruben Villa, Salinas, Calif., dec. Efren Lopez, Fresno, Calif.,        3-0

132 lbs/challengers bracket: Maliek Montgomery, Macon, Ga., dec. Bruce Carrington, Brooklyn, N.Y., 3-0

141 lbs/challengers bracket: Gary Russell, Capitol Heights, Md., dec. Rahim Gonzales, Sylmar, Calif., 3-0

152 lbs/challengers bracket: Paul Kroll, Philadelphia, Penn., dec. Brian Ceballo, Brooklyn, N.Y., 2-1

165 lbs/challengers bracket: Leshawn Rodriquez, Medford, N.Y., dec. Chordale Booker, Brooklyn, N.Y., 2-1

178 lbs/challengers bracket: Elvis Figueroa, New Haven, Conn., dec. Joseph George, Houston, Texas, 3-0

201 lbs/challengers bracket: Derae Crane, Colorado Springs, Colo., dec. Joshua Temple, St. Louis, Mo., 2-1

201+ lbs/challengers bracket: Brandon Lynch, Albany, N.Y., won on medical disqualification over  Darmani Rock, Philadelphia, Pa., DQ

UCA 2nd ranked Sean Johnson, (11-1) CDCR, PVSP picked up another win Saturday night at the Guns & Hoses Boxing event held at the Rabo Bank Arena.  Johnson made quick work of Wayne Rivera,(1-1) CDCR NKSP stopping him in the very first round.

Reno is ready to greet the nation’s best amateur boxers to see who will have a chance to represent the United States at next summer’s Olympics in Brazil. Sixty-nine athletes will be competing in nine weight classes for a spot on Team USA beginning December 7 with the finals set December 11 and 12 at Reno Events Center. It’s a double-elimination tournament so an off-night will not end someone’s dream. Reno Events Center, 400 N Center St. Reno, NV.

Deputy Gerardo A. Pachuca
Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department
Nickname: Kid Maravilla
Fighting weight: 180
Age: 50

Canelo Alvarez pounded his way to a decision victory over Miguel Cotto in a hard-fought battle Saturday night at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas to win the WBC middleweight title Alvarez landed 155 of 484 punches thrown (32 percent), and Cotto landed 129 of 629 thrown (21 percent). By defeating Cotto and capturing the WBC belt, Alvarez must face interim titleholder Gennady Golovkin in his next fight. “I’m not afraid of any fighter. GGG is a great fighter, and he is my friend,” Alvarez said. “I have respect for him, but if we do fight, it’s going to be at my [natural] weight class [of 155 pounds]. I’m the champion. I don’t have to do what he wants. With all due respect, if he wants to fight right now, I’ll put the gloves on and fight him.”

Miguel Cotto and Canelo Alvarez are set for their middleweight championship showdown tonight at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas which will air on HBO pay-per-view at 6pm.

Miguel Cotto (40-4, 33 KO) 34, 153.5lbs, 5’7

Saul Alvarez (45-1-1, 32 KO) 25, 155lbs, 5’9.

12- round Middleweight Championship

Ronny Rios (24-1, 10 KO) vs  Jayson Velez (23-0-1, 16 KO) 10-round featherweights.
Guillermo Rigondeaux (15-0, 10 KO) vs Drian Francisco (28-3-1, 22 KO) 10-round super bantamweights.
Takashi Miura (29-2-2, 22 KO) vs Francisco Vargas (22-0-1, 16 KO) 12-round super featherweights.

The highly anticipated rematch between UCA 2nd ranked Josh Webb, Calif Highway Patrol and Hernan Coronel, Caballero’s Gym has been canceled. Webb and Coronel were set to meet Saturday November 21, 2015 in the main event on Caballero’s USA boxing card in Sacramento.

On Saturday November 21, 2015 Josh Webb, CHP looks to avenge his only loss against Hernan Coronel, Caballero’s Gym. Webb was defeated by Coronel June 13, 2015 via 3rd TKO. After suffering his first defeat Webb bounced back with a big win over previously undefeated Jeremy Parker, CDCR in a Fight of the Night performance. Despite losing his unbeaten record, Webb still remains a high-profile name as the UCA 2nd ranked Super Cruiserweight in California. Webb is hungry and determined to prove he has what it takes to win. Will it be repeat or revenge? Find out Saturday November 21, 2015 at Caballero’s USA Boxing Event 35 Quinta Ct, Sacramento. Fights start at 1pm Tickets $20.00.

Bout 1 (154lbs) Nestor Escobar, LAPD Hollywood Division vs Marc Maroquin, LASD Transportation Services. Maroquin winner by decision

Bout 2 (215lbs) Jose Solorzano, LAPD Newton Division vs Andrew Hernandez, LASD East LA Station. Hernandez winner by decision.

Bout 3 (205lbs) Steve Johnson, LAPD Office of Operations vs Ryan Parker, LASD Forensic ID Specialist. Parker winner 1st rd TKO.

Bout 4 (160lbs) Quincy Mirage, LAPD Communications Division vs Che Parker, LASD Inmate Services Bureau. Mirage winner by decision.

Bout 5 (185lbs) Mike Delrey, LAPD Hollywood Division vs Remin Pineda, LASD East LA Station. Pineda winner by decision.

The UCA Super Heavyweight Champion Chris Lewis improved to 7-0 Friday night. Lewis made quick work of previously unbeaten Johnny Dixon securing an arm-bar submission in the first round. Lewis continues to steamroll over the competition, staying busy gaining as much experience as he can before turning pro next year.

The UCA undefeated Super Heavyweight Champion Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriffs Dept will be featured in Friday night’s 559 Fights amateur mma main event. Lewis and his opponent Johnny Dixon, hit the scales this evening to make their bout official. The fight takes place Friday November 6, 2015 at the Wyndham Hotel in Visalia, CA. Doors open at 6pm first fight at 7pm.

One on One with the UCA Light Heavyweight Champion Travon Taylor – Orange County Sheriff’s Department

It has been said once you become a champion you become a better fighter. Do you feel you are a better fighter physically or mentally now that you are a champion?

I definitely feel that I’m better mentally. I’m becoming a smarter fighter. I enjoy the mental aspect of boxing. I like the idea of outsmarting my opponent and controlling the fight from start to finish. My objective every time is to be the ring general. I want to be the puzzle that no one can solve. Cali King

Do you feel that you have to workout & train even harder now that you are the champion and everyone is gunning for you?

Yes I do but not necessarily because I have others gunning for me, but because I want to put on the best performance possible every time I step into the ring. I don’t train to win, I train to dominate.

If you could call anyone out to test your skills against who would it be?

Brian Stevens. The UCA Cruiserweight champion. I’d love the opportunity to rematch with him. He is a great fighter and champion and has been for a while.

In all of the divisions is there anyone you would not want to fight due to their style, power, height, or speed.

There is no one I’d duck or dodge. I’d take on anyone who feels they can take on the champ. That’s the true definition of a champion.

When will you be back in the ring?

Looking at early to mid 2016.

Too often in boxing, fights that the fans want to see get left unmade due to politics, money, or promoters. Over the past six years the UCA has made giant strides giving the fans and the fighters the matchups they want. As the 2016 boxing season approaches there appears to be an increasing possibility of some UCA dream fights coming to fruition. Here are a list of the ten biggest fights of 2016.

1. Brian Stevens, LASD vs Guillermo Garcia, LAPD. UCA Cruiserweight Championship

2. Shant Sheklanian, Madera Police Dept vs Larry Cervantes, LASD. UCA Jr Welterweight Championship

3. Dusty Rodriguez, Santa Monica Fire Dept vs Chris Martinez, Fresno Police Dept. UCA Jr Middleweight Championship

4. Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriff’s Dept vs Justin Robinson, Combat Center Fire Dept. UCA Super Heavyweight Championship

5. Alan Rojas, LASD vs Josh Webb, CHP. UCA Super Cruiserweight Championship

6. Mike Frazier, LASD vs Ryan Hotchkiss, Barstow Police Dept. UCA Heavyweight Championship

7. Quincy Mirage, LAPD vs Dennis Burgos, NYPD. UCA Middleweight Championship

8. DJ Vargas, Hanford Police Dept vs Hector Mendoza, LAPD. UCA Super Middleweight Championship

9. Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept vs Mike Hernandez, LASD. UCA Light Heavyweight Championship

10. Ray Encinas, LAPD vs David Bermudez, East Bay Regional Parks Police Dept. UCA Welterweight Championship

One on One with the UCA Heavyweight Champion Mike Frazier – Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department

It has been said once you become a champion you become a better fighter. Do you feel you are a better fighter physically or mentally now that you are a champion?

Despite not training and fighting for some time now, I still feel I am much better fighter. For several years, I trained with some of the best fighters in law enforcement and have one of the best coaches (Retired Sgt. Mike Young)

Do you feel that you have to workout & train even harder now that you are the champion and everyone is gunning for you?

This is a tough question. As it pertains to training, aside from spending time with my family and my demanding work schedule, I never had the opportunity to train as hard as I would like to. I usually train just enough to get the job done.

If you could call anyone out to test your skills against who would it be?

I would not call any fighters out, but if someone wanted a shot at beating the champ, it would be too hard to turn a fight down. Especially, if the fighter is an up and coming future or former UCA champ or on my department (LASD).

When will you be back in the ring?

That is only a question I could answer after I start training. Right now I am a bit rusty.

There are many different trails and many different paths you can take to get to the top of a mountain. The sport of mixed martial arts is my mountain and I know I will climb this mountain. Every fighter has the same goal of reaching the gold up at the top. But I feel like I go about it different than most. Most fighters these days want to get to the big show by fighting bums and padding their record so that they look good on paper. Most fighters zig zag their way all the way up the mountain avoiding all other TOP LEVEL CONTENDERS. They wanna fight “tomato cans.” Everyone wants to be a champion but they want to win a belt by fighting nobodies and take the “safe route.” What’s the point of being a champion if you really haven’t fought the BEST? If you believe in your own greatness then screw everything else, screw zigzagging, screw taking the easy route. I don’t fear other fighters cause I truly BELIEVE that when I step into the cage I’m GOING TO WIN. If you have to zig zag then you know in your heart that you’re not the best. My mind is my strongest weapon and I have never doubted myself when it comes to fighting so I say screw it, I’m climbing this bitch and I’m gonna throw every contender off the mountain on my way up. – Kyle Stewart

One on One with the UCA Welterweight Champion Brent Bugarin – Santa Clara Sheriff’s Department

It has been said once you become a champion you become a better fighter. Do you feel you are a better fighter physically or mentally now that you are a champion?

I believe that when you become a champion you do become a better fighter. In order to become a champion, not only do you have to learn more about the sport itself, but also more about who you are as an athlete– mentally, physical, spiritually. The lessons you learn and the sacrifices you have to endure throughout your road in becoming a champion is far greater than any other journey.

During this road in becoming a champion is where you are continuously learning. This process is what molds you as a fighter because you constantly build your repertoire. You fine tune your strengths, you learn new skills, you change your bad habits, and you improve your weaknesses. It is not always about the prize you get at the end of the road, but the experiences you learn throughout your journey to finally get there.

Do you feel that you have to workout & train even harder now that you are the champion and everyone is gunning for you?

Regardless of what anyone says, YES, you do have to work out and train harder now that you are a champion. Remember who you were BEFORE you became a champion? No one knew you or cared about you.  All you wanted to do was become that next champion, the guy on the poster, the guy who gets to fight the main event. So in order to be that guy, what did you have to do? Remember how that felt? Remember how hard you worked? How great did it feel to be named a champion?

For those champions, now you know how it feels to be a champion, but don’t forget all those other guys you DON’T know about or care about. Those guys are the ones that want to be the next champion, who want to be on the poster, who want to fight the main event– don’t forget that you used to be in their shoes; you were that guy. Just remember and understand that they are going through the same thing you put yourself through during your journey. The pressure is on the champion now not to lose because everyone wants to see the underdog succeed.

If you could call anyone out to test your skills against who would it be? Pro, UCA fighter or UCA champion

In the pros….. Mayweather. Not to test my skills, but to get PAID.

In the UCA, I would like to try out the 140 pound division. I felt more powerful and a lot faster as I began to lose weight during some previous training camps. I think the 140 pound division would be fun and interesting. I fought most of my previous fights between 143-145 pounds anyway, so losing a few more LBs wouldn’t hurt.

In all of the divisions is there anyone you would not want to fight due to their style, power, height, speed, etc?

Master’s Division: UCA Hall of Famer Tom Gaffney. His smile is intimidating and infectious.

The former UCA Light Heavyweight: Matthew Wurdinger, Santa Clara Police Dept. He and I went to the same academy during the same time. During the academy, we had a use of force training day and boxing was implemented in it. The training officers put me up with him knowing how much amateur level boxing skills he already had and at the time, I had none. It was one minute on offense, one minute on defense, and one minute freestyle. Let’s just say, I learned a lot about boxing from Matthew during that experience.

When will you be back in the ring?

To be conitnued……………

The UCA Super Heavyweight Champion Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriffs Dept competed in his 2nd mma fight Sunday October 11, 2015 at the Fresno Fair. Lewis squared off with Kenosha Saunders from Joe Stevenson’s Cobra Kai. Lewis made quick work of Saunders forcing him to tap at 1:30 of the first round due to an arm-bar. Lewis brings his record to 6-0, Boxing, MMA and Muay Thai.

One on One with the UCA Jr Welterweight Champion Shant Sheklanian – Madera Police Department

It has been said once you become a champion you become a better fighter. Do you feel you are a better fighter physically or mentally now that you are a champion?

I believe in my abilities with or without a belt. There is certainly something to be said about the confidence having a title brings to a fighter. I try not to dwell on that however. I only focus on the fight and what needs to be done to win.

Do you feel that you have to workout & train even harder now that you are the champion and everyone is gunning for you?.

No. I don’t have to train any differently. I train extremely hard and always put in 100% in training camp. I do what is necessary. I don’t take short cuts and I take this sport very seriously. Anyone that doesn’t is a fool. You don’t play boxing. I am a confident person and a confident champion. This confidence is not derived from the belt around my waist but by the blood and sweat I leave in the ring during training camp. I train out of the Thrive training center in Fresno with renowned trainers Bryan Williams and Trinidad Valdez. I am very fortunate to have these men in my corner. Being in this gym I have access to top undefeated professional boxers who I look to for guidance in our chosen sport. I am also very thankful to Robert Minerva for all the help he gives me in preparing me for my fights and inspiring me to be my best. Without these men, I would not be the champion of my division. All three have taken me to the top and I know they are willing to make me do whatever is necessary to stay on top.

 If you could call anyone out to test your skills against who would it be?

The person I want to fight in my next fight is the UCA # 1 ranked junior welterweight, Larry Cervantes, Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept.

Brent Farris – Butte County Probation

UCA Gladiator Award Winner – Battle of the Badges
April 11, 2015 Hanford, CA

One who is greatly admired for bravery and courage.  A fighter that projects strength resolve, and humility. One who is tested and proven they are a true modern day gladiator.

One on One with the UCA Super Heavyweight Champion Chris Lewis – Fresno Sheriff’s Department

It has been said once you become a champion you become a better fighter. Do you feel you are a better fighter physically or mentally now that you are a champion?

I do not believe that being a champion has anything to do with me becoming a better fighter. A belt is just an award that shows as a fighter you have accomplished something in the PAST. The minute my last championship fight was over it was old news because someone else is coming for it and I have to be ready for the next challenge. It is what you do to earn that belt and what you do after you have attained it that proves your metal as a competitor. I will say this though since I have become a champion I take my fights more personal. I put myself in a mindset that my opponent is trying to steal my wallet, I am offended and disgusted that someone would dare to try and strip me of it. It is my belt until I decide to relinquish it. If anything, I would say being a champion gives me more motivation. My trainers Pat Roberts, Jasper Tayaba, and Apolonio “T” Fernandez get all the credit for making me a better fighter physically and mentally. We have a road map of where we as a team are going, I absorb the lessons taught to me by my coaches so I can execute our plan. My trainers have put a lot of time and effort into molding me as a fighter. My coaches have a plethora of expertise when it comes to martial arts I just shut up and listen. Thus far everything they have coached me on has worked considering I have a 5-0 combined record in MMA, Muay Thai, and, Boxing. I feel it is disrespectful to my coaches for me to be lazy and not work hard when I step in the gym. The last thing I want to do is disappoint my coaches with bad performances or them having to pick me up off of the ground because I didn’t follow instructions. Pat makes it very clear that when we show up somewhere we have fun but above all we are there to Win!

Do you feel that you have to workout & train even harder now that you are the champion and everyone is gunning for you?

My parents James and Karen Lewis instilled work ethic in me. They made sure I knew that I had to work for everything I wanted and nothing good comes easy. I train 7 days a week. I usually hit the weights 3 days a week with my Girlfriend, “Swolemate”, and Chef Paula Gonzales. She pushes me in the gym and makes sure I am eating right year round to fuel me for my work schedule, workouts, and fights. My brother Donavon Lewis also hits the weights with me sometimes but he motivates me to work hard because if I lose he is going to let me know about it! I think the biggest reason I work hard is because   I’m not training for the guys gunning for me. I am training for the guys that I am gunning for. I have high aspirations for what I want to accomplish in the ring and cage. I do want to fight professionally and in those levels there are some real killers, I am training to face those guys and see if I can hold my own against them. Luckily for me I am not even the best fighter in my gym which is Buhawe Fighting Alliance. Jasper has a cult following when it comes to training fighters. If he says it you do it! It is that simple. He has trained every high level guy at AKA San Jose and If you go there you will see a huge picture of him on the wall in the main training room. Jasper and Ming Vang push my stablemates and I hard in the gym. I get to spar with Nathan Roberts, Jermaine McDermott, Granson Clark, Brandon “Money” Cash, John “The Icon” Elias, Mike “ El Palo Duro” Moreno, Lavar “Big” Johnson, Andrew Nguyen, Gerardo Serrano, Jesse “The Outlaw” James, Steven Bolinger, Thomas Dozier, Long Vang, Clifford Passmore, Murphy Sean, Marc Julian, Sandy Serrano, Alyssa why, Melisa Reyna, Natasha Galarza, Day Day Davis, and Jane Banks on a weekly basis. Not to mention I go to Thrive Training Center and work with some very talented boxers and coaches there. I go to Dethrone base camp and get work in with those guys some time as well. I have even been to AKA San Jose and sparred with Cain Velasquez. I am blessed with the amount of knowledge passed on to me by my coaches. I am blessed with the quality of fighters I get to spar with in my gym.

If you could call anyone out to test your skills against who would it be?

The UCA fighters I have already “called out” and tried to set up fights with were Bryan Williams, Mike Carnell, and Mike Gomez.  I wanted to have a match with Bryan Williams because he is THE heavyweight boxer in the Central Valley. Every time the subject of the heavyweight boxing scene is brought up, the first thing out of people’s mouths is “Do you know Bryan Williams?” I feel like when heavyweights in California are brought up I should be included in the conversation. I felt Bryan needed to pass the torch and the only way to make that happen was to have a bout with him. That being said Bryan has also helped me prepare for previous fights and has got me good sparring partners, he is an excellent coach. Coach B has also made it very clear that he will help me any way he can so I definitely appreciate that. I honestly can’t say enough about the kind of guy he is. I just thought it would be fun to get in there and mix it up with the UCA Masters Heavyweight Champ. I love and respect Coach B.

I wanted to have a match with Mike Carnell because we went to the same high school. I am a bit younger than him and I am actually pretty close to his twin younger brothers. For a long time there has been an ongoing debate at our barbershop about who would win in a boxing match and neither one of us is going to say another man is better without actually fighting.  Mike can’t fight for the UCA belt because he is not law enforcement even though he has fought in a few public safety events. Instead of an actual fight I visited his gym and got some good sparring with him recently. We got good work in and we both learned from the session. Mike is a great boxer but his passion is actually coaching. He is currently learning the ins and outs of coaching by assisting Coach B with his fighters. Mike has offered to assist me with training and he will spar with me whenever I need to get some rounds in. That goes to show what kind of guy he is. I have known Mike for a long time and thought it would be fun for all the mutual people we know to watch us in match. I appreciate Mike’s help and the coaching points he has given me.

The only real “Call Out” I have on this list is Mike Gomez. I was supposed to fight Mike Gomez for the title last October. A week before the fight I was hearing things from very good sources that he was bragging about sparring Ten 3 minute rounds and he was ready to go. Then 3 days before the fight he backed out because he had high blood pressure (because he was scared). I’m 260 pounds my blood pressure is high sometimes too. Especially considering Mike and I are both Correctional Officers, high blood pressure is part of the job. If it was me in that situation I would have told the Dr. to let me relax for a few minutes and recheck my blood pressure especially if I was able to spar Ten 3 minute rounds a few days prior. I wound up fighting Zeke Johnston after he only had 48 hour notice. Zeke wasn’t training and he definitely was not in a fight camp like Mike Gomez and I were supposed to be. Zeke is a hell of a guy and a hell of a fighter I appreciate him stepping in and he came to fight. The reason Mike Gomez is getting called out is when I watched Zeke and I fight on Zeke’s YouTube channel ZEKEFTBLL at 6:45 Mike called me a name. The video is titled Round 3 Johnston vs. Lewis if anyone is interested. I want him to prove that what he said about me is true. Supposedly, he is a black belt in Tae Bo or something like that. If he ever decides to step in the ring or cage with me I am going to make that belt change colors real quick.

In all of the divisions is there anyone you would not want to fight due to their style, power, height, speed, etc?

Yeah I will not mess with Shant Sheklanian and DJ Vargas alone. Shant is too fast, very technical, and he’s mean. Shant has no qualms about trying to take your head off. DJ’s foot work is ridiculous and he makes guys look stupid. The first time I saw DJ fight I thought I was watching Manny Pacquiao or Yuriorkis Gamboa. As far as the bigger guys in the UCA like the light heavy or heavy weight champ they should come up and can unify all the belts. Id cut down a bit to 245 to make it happen, Even though it’s just boxing and we do wear head gear. The 130 pound guys at my gym spar me all the time as well as the female fighters. Just saying

When will you be back in the ring?

Since the Hanford Battle of the Badges in April I have been busy. I was supposed to fight in June but that opponent has the Mike Gomez syndrome (he no showed). I fought for the 559 Fights MMA promotion in July; I won via first round submission. I am currently entered to fight in the 559 fights/CAMO heavyweight state tournament.  The tournament is 3 rounds, if I win my fight I advance to the next event.  My first fight in the tournament will take place Oct 11th at the Fresno fair. The second fight will be Nov 6th at the Visalia Holiday Inn. The championship fight will be Dec 19th at the Fresno Tower Theater. After December my Coaches Jasper or T will set something up for me. I’ll fight in the Hanford Battle of the Badges in April where I will prove once again that I am the Baddest Law enforcement Officer in the Nation in the square circle! Then maybe a Pro Debut who knows?

UCA Championship Boxing returns to the Hanford Civic Auditorium April 9, 2016 for the Central California Battle of the Badges 3. Fighters interested in competing sign up now.

One on One with the UCA Cruiserweight Champion Brian Stevens – Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department

It has been said once you become a champion you become a better fighter. Do you feel you are a better fighter physically or mentally now that you are a champion?

Becoming a champion definitely gave me confidence, which I think is very important in boxing. It gave me the validation I needed that I could compete with anyone. There is so much doubt that goes through your head before a fight, it can cause guys to lose a fight in the locker room. I know that I am the champion, and whoever is standing across from me knows it too. There is a reason why I am a champion, because I put in the blood and sweat that it takes to win, because I have a world class trainer, and because I have champion sparring partners. It gives me the validation to keep pushing when I’m tired and hurt, because I know that it works. The belt is proof.

Do you feel that you have to workout & train even harder now that you are the champion and everyone is gunning for you?

Every fight for me is a championship fight. There are no easy fights. I fight the number one contender and they want to know what it feels like to hold the belt. I can not let them want it more than me. Imagining someone training harder than me keeps me up at night. It makes me push, and make sure every day I work harder than whoever that person is.

If you could call anyone out to test your skills against who would it be? 

Guillermo Garcia, LAPD He has been calling me out for a while now, he’s the number one contender, and he’s gonna get what he’s asking for. I think he has a style similar to mine, except he is a southpaw, so I think it will make for an exciting action packed fight. Anytime you have LASD vs. LAPD there is a rivalry, but I also fought his trainer John Negrete, LAPD which I’m sure adds a little extra motivation in his corner.

In all of the divisions is there anyone you would not want to fight due to their style, power, height, speed, etc?

That would have to be the super cruiserweight champ Alan Rojas. He is strong, fast, and has the best trainer.

When will you be back in the ring?

Hopefully soon, I am working on the details with my trainer now.

In a male dominated sport female fighters can often be overlooked. Here are some of public safety’s finest that will not allow that to happen. These women have shown courage, determination, boxing skills and have gone toe to toe and proven themselves to be warriors. Female fighters only know one way to fight and that is give it 100% from start to finish. When women fight on the card you can guarantee they will be in the running for “Fight of the Night” honors. These women have raised the bar and broke new ground for boxing.

The LA Battle of the Badges event scheduled for Friday October 2, 2015 at the Quiet Cannon, Montebello has been canceled. We are working diligently and quickly to reschedule the fighters affected by this unfortunate circumstance.

David Bermudez, East Bay Regional Parks Police Department prepares for his upcoming UCA Welterweight Championship title fight against #1 ranked Ray Encinas, Los Angeles Police Department October 2, 2015 at the Quiet Cannon, Montebello California. Ticket are available online and at the door.  Video shot at Blood Bath Boxing Gym, Hayward, California,

The highly anticipated main event features one of the best fighters in the game, Alan Rojas, LASD the undefeated UCA super cruiserweight champion. Rojas looks to continue his undefeated streak and defend his title for the first time. Standing in his way is the humble but hungry Sabu Trujillo, Noble Knight Protective Services who has upset on his mind. Ticket’s are on sale now. Doors open at 5pm first bell rings at 7pm. LA Battle of the Badges Friday, October 2, 2015 Quiet Cannon 901 N Via San Clemente Montebello.

Devon Dejoie, NAVY vs Ancel Patricio, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. features a matchup between two fighters determined on getting into the win column. Both fighters are coming off tough losses and ready to rebound with an impressive win. Dejoie is preparing for battle at Palafox Boxing Gym, in Lemoore while Patricio is having a great camp at Champkom Boxing Gym, Santa Ana. Fans can expect an exciting fight when Dejoie and Patricio enter the ring. Tickets for the event are on sale and can be purchased online or at the door. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with the first bout scheduled to start at 7:00 p.m

Brandon Manning, LASD and Quincy Mirage, LAPD get another shot at UCA gold. Manning had an opportunity to claim the UCA Jr Middleweight title but lost a tough battle to the Champion Dusty Rodriguez, Santa Monica Fire Dept. Mirage attempted to lift the UCA middleweight title from the Champion DJ Vargas, Avenal PD but would be on the losing end of a very close decision. The loss left both fighters with a bitter taste in their mouth. Mirage bounced back from the loss with a huge win over Ricky Seward, Big Bear City Fire Dept. Manning traveled to New York and would be on the losing end of a very competitive fight against Dennis Burgos one of the best fighters on the NYPD Boxing Team. Mirage and Manning have made major adjustments to their game and will enter the ring with confidence. The fact that both fighters have stayed active and made it back this far is an accomplishment in itself. On Friday night one of them will leave the ring with a sweeter taste and the middleweight strap around their waist. LA Battle of the Badges Friday October 2, 2015 Quiet Cannon, Montebello. Doors open at 5pm.

Devon Dejoie, Ohene Danso and William Heard from the U.S Navy will represent the Central Valley in the LA Battle of the Badges October 2, 2015 at the Quiet Cannon, Montebello CA.
Doors open at 5pm first fight at 7pm.

On Friday October 2, 2015, #1 ranked Ray Encinas, LAPD will finally get his shot at the UCA Welterweight Title. Encinas will challenge the former #1 ranked, boxing national colligate runner up from UNLV David Bermudez, East Bay Regional Parks PD. Bermudez will be returning to the ring for the 1st time in over 2 years while Encinas hasn’t taken a day off, staying busy, taking on all challengers. Both fighters have advantages. Bermudez has the experience, skills and knowledge while Encinas is younger, stronger and has been more active.  Will the long lay off play into Encinas favor? Is Bermudez biting off more than he can chew in his first fight back? Will Bermudez experience advantage negate the long lay off?  One thing is for sure both fighters are primed and ready to prove they are the best welterweight in California.  Find out who walks away with the UCA Welterweight strap Friday October 2, 2015, LA Battle of the Badges. Quiet Cannon, Montebello CA.  Doors open at 5pm first fight at 7pm.

If you had to pick one trainer to lead a fighter to the top of the division and claim the UCA Championship title all eyes would be on Armando “Mando’ Guzman. He has shown he can teach, train and develop a fighter into a champion and has the pedigree to prove it. His credibility as a trainer has grown considerably with LASD’s Brian Stevens, and Alan Rojas rise to fame. Stevens won the UCA Cruiserweight Championship title by defeating Jamaal Brathwaite, Orange County Sheriffs Dept. and following it up with a victory over the highly talented #1 ranked Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriffs Dept. Guzman lead Alan Rojas, to the Super Cruiserweight title fight where he defeated Enrique Frias, San Deigo Probation to become the undefeated Super Cruiserweight Champion.  Guzman will now try for his 3rd  Champion as he prepares #1 ranked Ray Encinas, LAPD for his UCA Welterweight title fight against David Bermudez, East Bay Reg Parks Police Dept. LA Battle of the Badges October  2, 2015 at the Quiet Cannon, Montebello CA. Doors open at 5pm first bell rings at 7pm.

DJ Vargas, Avenal PD vacates UCA Middleweight title to test his skills at Jr Middleweight and Super Middleweight. Vargas made his mark and validated himself as the best middleweight in California two years ago. He defeated the highly favored #1 ranked Ricky Seward, Big Bear City FD to win the Middleweight Title and defended it against another #1 ranked opponent in Quincy Mirage, LAPD. Will Vargas be the first champion to win a title in a different weight class?

Jose Corral, LASD and Walter Lavarro, Long Beach PD are looking to be in boxing discussions of who is the top Jr Welterweight. Corral is one of the division’s most promising contenders and will have his toughest challenge on Friday night. He will be staring across the ring at the former title challenger and 2X Police Olympic Gold Medalist Walter Lavarro, who seeks to prove he is still a force in the Jr Welterweight division. This is the front runner for UCA “Fight of the Night” honors. The LA Battle of the Badges goes down Friday October 2, 2015 at the Quiet Cannon, Montebello CA.

It’s official the UCA undefeated Welterweight Champion Brent Bugarin, Santa Clara Sheriffs Dept. is vacating his title and moving down to the Jr Welterweight division. Bugarin took public safety boxing by storm defeating everyone in his path and claiming the welterweight title in his 4th fight. Bugarin will test the waters at 140lbs possibly setting up the biggest Jr Welterweight fight in UCA history. Shant Sheklanian, Madera Police Dept. vs Brent Bugarin. Two undefeated champions at the top of their game. Fights like this don’t come around often. It doesn’t get much better than this.

The SoCal Battle of the Badges delivered another great night of Public Safety boxing action Saturday night at Agua Caliente Resort and Casino. The main attraction was the UCA Light Heavyweight Champion Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. defending his title against up and coming Jose Carrillo Fausto’s Bail Bonds. This fight would go the distance and Carrillo would have his moments but Taylor was technically superior in every aspect of the fight. He was nearly untouchable. Taylor is dedicated to his craft and it shows with each performance. Can anyone stop him? With the win Taylor becomes the reigning and defending UCA Light Heavyweight State Champion.

Written by UCA Jr Welterweight Champion Shant Sheklanian

Everyone with the fortitude to lace up gloves and enter the ring to compete has within themselves the potential to become a champion. The difference between those that achieve their goals and those that fall short is the willingness to expose oneself to an extreme amount of demands, usually in the form of punishment in the gym. This is where the fight is won. The physical, emotional and mental groundwork for success is a time tested formula in which shortcuts have no place. Being determined and accountable to yourself and your team are the prerequisites to taking that walk to the ring with a head held high and a chest full of confidence. When you step through those ropes, you know in your heart if you did what is necessary to put out, to give the best of yourself, to leave it all in the ring. Champions are not made by accident. Champions don’t just show up on fight night. Champions are fight night. Not everyone has what it takes to be a UCA champion. Do you?

On Saturday August 29, 2015 Travon Taylor, Orange County SD will make the first defense of his UCA Light Heavyweight title.  Taylor will face Jose Carrillo, Fausto’s Bail Bonds who looks to pull off the upset of the year and become the new UCA State Champ. Carrillo is an unknown fighter making his Battle of the Badges debut but is familiar with the squared circle. He is an open fighter with a lot of experience however Carrillo has a tough task in front of him.  Taylor’s improving skill set has catapulted him to the top of the Light Heavyweight division and is recognized as the best fighter in CA.  The fireworks these guys are going to produce are going to make for an explosive main event. It all goes down Saturday August 29, 2015 Agua Caliente Resort and Casino. Doors open at 4pm first fight at 5pm.

Michael Banks, CDCR, Susanville and Charles Koons, CDCR, CVSP will make their ring debuts Saturday August 29, 2015 at the SoCal Battle of the Badges. Banks and Koons have been calling each other out and will finally clash and settle the score once and for all. SoCal Battle of the Badges takes place Saturday August 29, 2015 at the Agua Caliente Resort and Casino. Doors open at 4pm first fight at 5pm.

The SoCal Battle of the Badges is back August 29, 2015 ready to deliver another great night of Public Safety boxing action featuring an exciting line up. The main event features the “Cali King” Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriffs Dept. putting his UCA Light Heavyweight State title on the line against Jose Carrillo, Fausto’s Bail Bonds. The undercard is full of high caliber action filled fights. Most notably the much anticipated Grudge Match between Jason Koons, CDCR, CVSP vs Michael Banks, CDCR, CCC. Don’t miss this great night of boxing Saturday August 29, 2015 at Agua Caliente Resort and Casino. Doors open at 4, first fight at 5, tickets start at18 $20.00.

The 11th annual Louisiana Battle of the Badges took place Saturday night at the Fant Ewing Coliseum University of Louisiana. Nearly six thousand fans packed into the coliseum to witness one of the best action packed cards of the year. The best fighters from California Texas, Kansas and Louisiana laid it all on the line for charity. Jorge Caamal, John Henderson and Chris Martinez represented California. First to enter the ring from CA was the former #1 ranked title challenger Jorge Caamal, LASD who squared off with a less experienced but very game opponent in Rodney Moore, West Monroe Fire Dept. Caamal would land some heavy leather throughout the fight but Moore kept coming, firing combinations of his own.  This fight was a battle of attrition with neither fighter backing down. In the end the judges would give the decision to the hometown fighter, Rodney Moore. Next up was 6th ranked John Henderson, Hanford PD taking on Austin Tull, Shreveport Fire Dept. this was another competitive fight between two warriors. Tull had a slight experience and height advantage. Tull would do a job of using his footwork and reach to keep Henderson at the end of his punches and to stay out of danger. Henderson would close the distance and land some hard shots but it wasn’t enough. After 3 hard fought rounds, Tull would pick up the win. The co main event featured the interim UCA Jr Middleweight Champion Chris Martinez, Fresno Police Dept. vs UCA Golden Fists award winner Steven Lee, Sedgwick Sheriff’s Dept. As soon as the bell rang Martinez and Lee met in the center of the ring looking to engage. Lee gave up 9 pounds for the opportunity to
fight Martinez and it proved to be a big disadvantage. Martinez was clearly the stronger fighter and Lee would learn early he packed a punch. Martinez hurt Lee in the first round and went in for the kill. Lee showcased his warrior spirit never giving up and answering back. This fight would go the distance and in the end it was the power shots that sealed the win for Martinez. With the win, Martinez retains his UCA Jr Middleweight title and picks up the Louisiana Battle of the Badges belt.

The Louisiana Battle of the Badges official weigh in took place at Hooters this evening and all three California fighters made the agreed upon weight. 6th ranked John Henderson, Hanford Police Dept. weighed in at a ready 174lbs, and will square off with Austin Tull, Shreveport Fire Dept. who also weighed 174lbs. Jorge Caamal, LASD tipped the scales at 188lbs his opponent Rodney Moore, West Monroe Fire Dept. came in at 184lbs.  The UCA Jr Middleweight Interim Champion, Chris Martinez, Fresno Police Dept. and his opponent Steven Lee, Sedgwick Sheriffs Dept each hit their mark coming in under the 154lb limit. It’s  going down tomorrow night at the Fant Ewing Coliseum on the campus of University of Louisana Monroe.

Three California fighters entered hostile territory as they got off the plane today in Louisiana.  John Henderson, Hanford PD , Chris Martinez, Fresno PD and Jorge Caamal, LASD will go to battle Saturday night in front of 6000 screaming Louisiana fans at the Battle of the Badges. The fighters are doing their best to get acclimated to the heat and humidity.  They had an opportunity to see where they are fighting and get into the ring and move around.  The fighters plan on getting in a light workout tonight and checking their weight before tomorrow night’s official weigh in. The California vs Louisiana Battle of the Badges is on! Saturday night at the Fant Ewing Coliseum on the campus of University of Louisiana Monroe.

On August 15, 2015 the UCA Jr Middleweight Interim Champion Chris Martinez, Fresno Police Dept will square off will Steven Lee, Sedgwick Sheriff’s Dept. in the Louisiana Battle of the Badges. The UCA caught up with the Champion to ask him a few questions about his upcoming fight with Lee.

UCA – What gym do you train at and who is your coach?

CM – I’ve been training with Coach Jr Palafox at the Palafox boxing gym in Lemoore, Ca.

UCA – Who are some of the people you are sparring or training with to prepare for the fight?

CM – My current sparring and training partners include Top Rank fighter Daniel Valdivia, Pro fighter Irvin Garcia, Mario Martinez, Arturo Cervantes, and 9 ranked Devon Dejoie, NAVY.

UCA – Has your training and preparation for this fight been any different from your previous fights?

CM – Not really.

UCA – Are you doing any crazy or unique workouts to prepare for the fight?

CM – Nothing I haven’t done in the past.

UCA – Once you found out you were fighting Lee did you watch his fight against Zachary Farris, CHP?

CM – I saw his fight a couple of times. But I’m more focused on what I need to do for this fight. Styles make fights and I don’t fight like his last opponent.

UCA – With your style and Lee’s style this fight can only go one way and that is straight ahead full speed, nonstop fireworks from start to finish. How do you see the fight going?

CM – I think this fight is going to be tough. Lee has heart and so do I, so we will see who wants it more when we step in the ring.

UCA – Are you feeling added pressure or stress about traveling to Louisiana to fight?

CM – It’s exciting and a honor to go and fight somewhere I’ve never been. I just see it as another Journey in my fight experience.

UCA – Neither one of you are from Louisiana, Lee is from Kansas and you are from California. Do you feel the scoring will be fair?

CM – This is something I’ve been anticipating and I hope the judges play fair. In the ring you have to win the judges, win the crowd and hold your ground. I plan to do all three

UCA – What made you want to take this fight?

CM – It’s a great opportunity to travel and do something I love, while at the same time benefit a great cause.

UCA – How has the process been preparing for this fight with work, family and training fitting into your schedule?

CM – It’s been tough finding time to train. In our line of work you have to make time when it’s available and find a good balance between all things. Overall, it’s gotta be God, family then boxing, in that order.

UCA – Are you working on anything specific for Lee?

CM – I just know that he’s a southpaw, that’s probably the only thing I keyed up on. But I’ve sparred with DJ Vargas, who’s a fast and talented southpaw.

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?

CM – Absolutely, hopefully it doesn’t get to that point.

UCA – Do you feel the Louisiana humidity and heat will have an effect on your performance Saturday night?

CM – I’m not sure. Fresno and Hanford are hot and humid, plus I train without AC to make my workouts tougher.

UCA – You leave for Louisiana on Thursday and fight on Saturday. Will you try to get in a light workout before the fight to get acclimated to the humidity and heat or will you just rest?

CM – Nothing extreme. Light jog, shadow boxing but that’s about it.

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

CM – I picture myself finishing the fight just as strong as the 1st and 2nd round. Then the referee will raise my hand and I’ll be victorious.

On August 15, 2015 the UCA Golden Fists award winner Steven Lee, Sedgwick Sheriff’s Dept. will square off with the interim UCA Jr Middleweight Champion Chris Martinez, Fresno Police Dept. in the Louisiana Battle of the Badges. The UCA caught up with Lee to ask him a few questions about his upcoming fight with Martinez.

UCA – What gym do you train at and who is your coach?

SL – I train at Northside Boxing 316 and my coach is one of the best. Coach  Lewis Hernandez  However I have taken a different approach this time. My coach for this fight is my cousin Justin Mason.

UCA – How has the process been preparing for this fight with work, family and training fitting into your schedule?

SL – My schedule is pretty much set, luckily my other half works full time and goes to nursing school full time so we are both busy people. When she’s at school I’m at the gym. My son hangs out with his nieces and nephews or he stays with me.

UCA – Who are some of the people you are sparring or training with to prepare for the fight?

SL – Justin Mason of Griffey Muay Thai, Some people from my gym, very decorated fighters. I took a different approach of training for this one.

UCA – Will your training and preparation for this fight been any different from your previous fights?

SL – It’s very different this time, I have trained for this fight mostly at my own home in my gym in the garage. Except for sparring with others then I go somewhere.

UCA – Are you doing any crazy or unique workouts to prepare for the fight?

SL – Not exactly no, I do feel my work outs that my coach has taught me the last couple years are as crazy as a work out I can get without falling out. Every time I’m done I throw my hands up in the air because I’m so happy it’s over. My coach is a machine I swear.

UCA – What made you want to take this fight?

SL – 3 reasons, My son and other half are coming with me, Med camps charity, last one….I just love punching people with style 🙂

UCA – Styles make fights and with your style and Martinez style this fight can only go one way and that is straight ahead full speed, nonstop fireworks from start to finish. Do you expect a 3 round war with Martinez?

SL – I am not sure on this one, We both in our head say I am gonna knock him out. However once you start getting after it things change sometimes. The guy might be tougher then you think and things aren’t as easy as you thought they were gonna be.  Either way we are going to war on Aug 15th and I will try my best to stop the fight early.

UCA – Are you a guy that studies your opponents fights?

SL – Yes I do, I have watched everything I can on this man.

UCA – Do you feel by watching fight video you can pick things up that can help you win the fight?

SL – I do feel that I have picked up some mistakes that he makes while he is fighting. Not necessarily mistakes but things he will pay for if he does them on me. 🙂  I will say this, I’m staying away from this guys straight right hand. Its a wrecking ball.

UCA – Are you working on anything specific for Martinez?

SL – I am, I can’t share though because then he would know what’s coming when he makes one certain movement with his head and get’s in a danger zone. I don’t want him knowing where that zone is at. lol

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?

SL – I am doing that every round no matter what. This guy hits harder then a bull that’s been caged for 10 years. That means I will try to finish the fight if I can because honestly I do not want to be punched in the face by this man. It’s gonna hurt haha.

UCA – Do you feel you will have to put on the best performance of your career to beat Martinez?

SL – I truly do feel that I will on Aug 15th, That is the only way I will win this fight and that’s what I’m coming to do.

UCA – Do you feel the Louisiana humidity and heat will have an effect on your performance Saturday night?

SL – Naaa, I live in Kansas and the humidity here sucks, It’s like walking into a sauna every day you go outside.

UCA – Will you try to get in a light workout before the fight or will you just rest?

SL – Friday I will yes, either after weigh ins or before. Then Saturday I will go for a run in the morning and hang out with family until my fight.

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

SL – I will be thinking that it’s great that so many people showed up to support a great cause, and that my son is watching and I refuse to lose in front of him.

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

SL – I really haven’t, all I know is we both want this. If we both stay up all three rounds then either way win or lose it will be the best fight of the night and that’s what people remember. I can promise that. However I refuse to lose in front of my son.:)

John Henderson, Hanford PD vs Austin Tull, Shreveport Fire Dept. features two up and coming fighters who are willing to win by any means necessary.  Henderson will be fighting for the 2nd time when he looks to play spoiler in front of Tull’s home town fans. This fight is sure to excite the fans. August 15, 2015 Louisiana Battle of the Badges, Fant Ewing Coliseum, 4099 Northeast Drive, University of Louisiana Monroe.

The former #1 ranked UCA title challenger Jorge Caamal, LASD seeks to prove he is still a force when he takes on the highly regarded fan favorite Rodney Moore, West Monroe Fire Dept. Caamal has been out of the ring 2 years and accepted this fight with three weeks’ notice. Caamal is known for taking on all comers and he will be facing a young hungry lion in the ring Saturday night. Moore is younger, bigger, and stronger and has been more active. This will be a tough test for Caamal on his first fight back.  The Louisiana Battle of the Badges takes place Saturday August 15, 2015 at the Fant Ewing Coliseum, 4099 Northeast Drive, University of Louisiana Monroe.

One of the most anticipated fights on the Louisiana Battle of the Badges card features a pair of Jr Middleweights, Chris Martinez, Fresno PD vs Steven Lee, Sedgwick SD.   This fight is between two fighters who want to test themselves. Martinez is coming into this fight with momentum winning his last 3 fights. Lee looks to get back to his winning ways and pull off the biggest win of his career. Boxing fans are going to reap the rewards of this fight. This is going to be a war!  August 15, 2015 Louisiana Battle of the Badges, Fant Ewing Coliseum, 4099 Northeast Drive, University of Louisiana Monroe.

UCA 6th ranked John Henderson, Hanford PD, interim UCA Jr Middleweight Champion Chris Martinez, Fresno PD and former #1 ranked Jorge Caamal, LASD will  represent California in the Louisiana Battle of the Badges August 15, 2015. This is a huge honor and a great opportunity for these fighters to test their skills against another great opponent and prove how good they really are. Henderson, Martinez and Caamal  have been a force in California and look to carry that with them to Louisiana. The Louisiana Battle of the Badges takes place Saturday August 15, 2015 at the Fant Ewing Coliseum University of Louisiana. Doors open at 5pm first fight at 7pm. Tickets start at $20.00.

On Saturday August 15, 2015 the  Battle of the Badges will take place in Monroe Louisiana. Three fighters from California will make the journey to Louisiana to test their skills against the best fighters Louisiana has to offer.  One of the bouts will feature a matchup between two action fighters. UCA Jr Middleweight interim Champion Chris Martinez, Fresno Police Dept. vs UCA Golden Fists award winner Steven Lee, Sedgwick Sheriff’s Dept. Also making the trip will be the former UCA #1 ranked Jorge Caamal, Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept. squaring off with fan favorite Rodney Moore, West Monroe Fire Dept. The 3rd California fighter on the card will be 6th ranked UCA “Fight of the Night” winner John Henderson, Hanford Police Dept. vs Austin Tull, Shreveport Fire Dept. The Louisiana Battle of the Badges takes place Saturday August 15, 2015 at the Fant Ewing Coliseum University of Louisiana.

Heather “The Heat” Hardy  was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. A single mom, who began training at Gleason’s Gym to get back in shape. In 2012 Hardy won the NYC Golden Gloves Featherweight title and was awarded the honor of “Best Female Boxer of the Tournament.” Shortly after winning the Golden Gloves Hardy turned pro. She currently holds a 13-0 record and is the WBC International female Super Bantamweight Champion. Heather “The Heat” Hardy steps back into the ring  Saturday, August 1, 2015, Barclays Center Brooklyn, NY. To learn more about Heather Hardy visit http://www.heathertheheathardy.net/

The most anticipated show of the year lost its battle with mother nature on Saturday. Due to rain and the safety of the fighters the Brawl at City Hall was canceled. Alex Brenes, owner of City of Angels boxing opened the gym doors and the fighters and fans piled in. Six out of the nine originally scheduled fights took place at the gym. #1 Guillermo Garcia, #6 Aldo Rodriguez, #5 Hector Mendoza and Louis Garcia of LAPD kept the crowd excited by defeating their opponents. #1 Ray Encinas, LAPD lost by decision to civilian fighter Ivan Beltran. The most exciting fight of the night went to Hector Mendoza vs Kyle Ferrari, West Covina PD they fought for three nonstop rounds and picked up “Fight of the Night” honors.  The main event featured #1 ranked Quincy Mirage, LAPD vs #2 Ricky Seward, Big Bear City FD. Mirage would defeat Seward by unanimous decision and pick up the biggest win of his career and keep his position at the top of the Middleweight division.

The United Combat Association and The Weinstein Company would like to invite you and your friends and family to a special, local advance screening of the new Jake Gyllenhaal movie, SOUTHPAW.  The Weinstein Company’s new film, stars Jake Gyllenhaal (NIGHTCRAWLER and PRISONERS), Rachel McAdams (SHERLOCK HOLMES and TRUE DETECTIVE), and Forest Whitaker (PLATOON and THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND).  We have two screening opportunities in the Northern California region, one in San Francisco and one in Sacramento.  RESERVED seats for the first 30 fighters per screening and allot FRONT OF THE LINE passes for additional interest after the first 30 seats have been filled. Please RSVP to the corresponding email address/per screening for further screening details and check-in directions.  No one will be admitted without an RSVP or ticket.

If you would like to see more information about the film, you can refer to the below:

Synopsis: A boxer fights his way to the top, only to find his life falling apart around him.
Directed by: Antoine Fuqua
Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rachel McAdams, 50 Cent, and Forest Whitaker
Release date: Friday, July 24
Website (with trailer): http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1798684/

Below is the screening information-

SAN FRANCISCO
July 21st, 2015 at 7:00PM
AMC Metreon
101 4th St., 3rd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
RSVP: sanfrancisco@43kix.com

SACRAMENTO
July 21st, 2015 at 7:00PM
Century Stadium
1590 Ethan Way
Sacramento, CA 95825
RSVP: sacramento@43kix.com

Please RSVP to the corresponding email address/per screening for further screening details and check-in directions.  No one will be admitted without an RSVP or ticket.

Steven Lee, Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Department was introduced to the UCA April 11, 2015 when he traveled from Wichita Kansas to compete in the California Battle of the Badges. Lee squared off with Zachary Farris, California Highway Patrol in a battle of welterweights. Both fighters showed their warrior spirit and refused to back down in a very competitive action filled fight. Lee and Farris would earn the UCA Golden Fists award. An award given to a fighter who has the skills and characteristics of becoming a champion. Lee has been with the Sedgwick Sheriff’s Dept. seven years and has competed in Battle of the Badges events in California, Missouri, Kansas, Texas and Louisiana. By competing in charity events and representing his department Lee shows his son the importance of giving back and helping others. Lee is more than a fighter, he is a deputy and a devoted father to his son. He his committed to being a role model and setting a good example for his son by the way he carries himself.  Lee told himself the day his son was born, “I will do everything I can to show him that there are still good people in the world and that I am accomplishing what I said and that I will continue to represent my commitment to him and to the Sheriff’s Office in and out of the ring. As well as helping as many people I can along my way.” Lee’s next fight is against the UCA Jr Middleweight Interim Champion Chris Martinez, Fresno PD August 15, 2015 in the Louisiana Battle of the Badges.

Team LASD returned to California today from competing in the New York Battle of the Badges. Unfortunately LA did not pick up any wins, the fights were very competitive and the event raised money to fight Autism.

Results
135lbs Marina Lizarraga, LASD vs Diana Henry, NY Dept. of Corr. Henry winner by decision.
147lbs Ray Encinas, LAPD vs Greg Tuesday, NYPD. Tuesday winner by decision.
160lbs Brandon Manning, LASD vs Dennis Burgos, NYPD. Burgos winner by decision.
160lbs Brian Hoist, LASD vs Isaac Acevedo, NYPD. Acevedo winner by decision.
147lbs Jose Corral, LASD vs Jonathon Alvarez, NYPD. Alvarez winner by decision.
190lbs Remin Pineda, LASD vs Keith Drummond, NYPD. Drummond winner by decision.
190lbs Ruben Rosas, LAPD vs Dave Robinson, NYPD. Robinson winner by decision.

NYPD Boxing coach Lt. Dave Siev took Team LAPD and LASD to  Gleason’s Boxing Gym while they were in New York for the NYPD vs LA boxing event. Gleason’s Gym is synonymous with boxing and was founded by Peter Gagliardi, a former bantamweight, who changed his name to Bobby Gleason. The gym moved to Manhattan and then to Brooklyn. Gleason’s is now owned by Bruce Silverglade. Names like Jake LaMotta Muhammad Ali, Ray Leonard, and Mike Tyson have trained at Gleason’s Gym.  The reputation of the champion boxers it produced earned Gleason’s Gym world-renowned appeal as the pinnacle of excellence in boxing.  Gleason’s Gym is located at 77 Front Street in Brooklyn, New York right under the Brooklyn Bridge.

Five members of the LASD boxing team boarded a plane this morning heading to New York to battle with NYPD’s finest in the Battle of the Badges. NYPD vs LASD/LAPD will square off Friday night in the 2nd annual Knocking Out Autism Boxing Event. The event takes place Friday night June 19, 2015 at the Lexington Ave Armory 26 Street, Lexington Ave, New York. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are $25.00.

On Saturday UCA 3^rd ranked, Josh Webb, CHP (205lbs, 28, 3-0) competed in a USA Boxing amateur event at Caballero’s Boxing Gym in Sacramento. Webb was matched against tough fighter Hernan Coronel, from Caballero’s Gym (205lbs, 23, 4-3). When the bell sounded to start the first round Webb got off to a quick start moving well and using his jab to set up his combinations.  Coronel kept his composure and kept coming forward landing some solid shots of his own.  The pace picked up in the 2^nd round with the heavy handed Coronel coming forward forcing Webb to fight him off.  Webb would get off some nice combinations but Coronel was landing the harder shots. Close 2^nd round.  One round a piece going into the 3^rd and final round. Webb started the round throwing punches but Coronel’s thunderous shots were finding their mark. Webb would receive 3 standing 8 counts in the 3^rd forcing the referee to stop the fight. Coronel, Caballero’s Boxing Gym, winner 3^rd TKO. https://www.facebook.com/pages/United-Combat-Association/219484084768767

The 3rd ranked undefeated Super Cruiserweight Josh Webb, CHP returns to the ring this Saturday in a USA boxing show. When asked about his opponent for this Saturday’s fight Josh said, “I don’t know his name but he is 20 years old, has 7 fights and fights out of Caballeros Gym.” Despite having less experience Webb is in great shape and coming into this fight with momentum and confidence, winning his last three fights. Saturday’s show starts at 1pm. Caballero’s Boxing Gym 35 Quinta Ct, Sacramento, CA 95829. Tickets $20.00.

The 2nd Annual Knocking Out Autism Boxing event takes place Friday June 19, 2015.  The fighters from Los Angeles are putting themselves through grueling work outs as they prepare for the monumental challenge of taking on the NYPD Boxing Team in their home state of New York. The line up from Los Angeles is mixed with some veterans and beginners. The fighters will be under the guidance of Coach Jorge Caamal, LASD and Rudy Barragan, LAPD. It all goes down Friday June 19, 2015 at the Lexington Ave Armory 26 Street, Lexington Ave, New York. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets are $25.00. Proceeds benefit the Autism Foundation.

The Central Coast Battle of the Badges 3 was held Saturday night at the Faternal Eagles Of Santa Maria.The fighters fought their hearts out in front of family members, friends, supporters and coworkers. The fans were on their feet most of the night cheering on the fighters as they went toe to toe from bell to bell.  It was an incredible event and would not have been possible without event promoter/fighter Terry Cook, CDCR CMC, the volunteers and the generous donation from CCPOA. The Battle of the Badges is in the books.  Next year’s event takes place Saturday June 4, 2016. Start training!

The Central Coast Battle of the Badges 3 Cops vs Cancer goes down Saturday night at the Faternal Order of Eagles Private Club in Santa Maria; CA. 14 bouts are scheduled featuring fighters from California Men’s Colony Prison and local police agencies. Come out and support this great line up of action as the proceeds benefit the Fight to Knockout Cancer and the Employee Benefit Fund. Tickets are only $20.00, meal included, tri tip sandwich, chips, soda or water. Kids 10 & under are free. Music provided by Smooth Groovz (DJ Artie) & Letzdance Mobile DJ (P. Palma) After Party immediately following the last fight. Show starts at 5pm. 668 S College Dr. Santa Maria, CA, 93454.

Shant Sheklanian, (6-0) Madera Police Dept. (6-0) UCA Jr Welterweight Champion

Brent Bugarin (4-0) Santa Clara Sheriff’s Dept. UCA Welterweight Champion

Alan Rojas (7-0) Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept. UCA Super Cruiserweight Champion

Mike Frazier (8-0) Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept. UCA Heavyweight Champion

Chris Lewis (4-0) Fresno County Sheriff’s Dept. UCA Super Heavyweight Champion

These fighters have defeated everyone put in front of them.  They continue to build their legacy as the best fighters in California and perhaps the country. They are in a class of their own and may be the selected few who retire on top with a perfect record. They know what it takes to be a champion and what it takes to stay one.

The UCA belt is the most prestigious award in Public Safety boxing and is awarded to the very best fighters.  The UCA is built on integrity, commitment, trust, respect, and honor therefore UCA Champions deserve nothing but the best. That is what Masis provides with custom UCA Championship belts. Masis belts are hand crafted with detail and perfection.  Their craftsmanship, 18k gold plating, polishing, custom leather, stitching, engraving and casting make Masis the best in the world. The UCA is honored to belt the very best fighters with world class championship belts.

John Henderson, Hanford PD and AJ Forestiere, Madera PD made a spectacular Battle of the Badges debut April 11, 2015 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium.  They faced the biggest adversity of their young career and showed tremendous heart. Henderson and Forestiere  displayed the type of courage, strength and determination that can only be found in the squared circle. Back and fourth give and take for 3 nonstop rounds. Congratulations to John and AJ for their well deserved UCA “Fight of the Night” honors.

Two UCA State Champions were crowned Friday night at the Battle of the Badges in Montebello CA. The first title fight of the night featured #1 ranked Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. vs. Joshua Mejia, (8-1) Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept. for the UCA Light Heavyweight State Championship. When the bell sounded Taylor and Mejia showed each other a lot of well-deserved respect.  They moved around the ring studying each other while displaying good footwork and technical skills. The fight heated up in the 2^nd and 3^rd rounds with Mejia pressing the action and landing some solid shots.  Taylor made the necessary adjustments to stay out of danger and put on a superb display of intelligent boxing. This was a high skill level fight between two of the best fighters in the division.  In the end it was Taylor’s superior boxing skills and punch output that made the difference. When the score cards were added up and the fighters were called to the center of the ring, the decision was announced. And the new…UCA Light Heavyweight Champion Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept.

The Main event of the night featured an unknown, undefeated fighter; name Enrique Frias, San Diego Probation who looked to shock the public safety boxing world by defeating the undefeated #1 ranked Alan Rojas, Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept. When the bell sounded Rojas and Frias were ready to mix it up. This was an all action technical slugfest. Both fighters showed heart and a tremendous chin. Throughout the fight both fighters continued to impose their will and skill on one another. They were landing some heavy blows but neither fighter would back down.  Rojas and Frias were firing off shots until the final bell sounded. This was a championship level performance by two true warriors. But there could only be one winner. Fighting out of the red corner, and the new….UCA Super Cruiserweight Champion Alan Rojas, Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept.

These two title fights have rematch written all over them and possibly the makings of a Gatti vs Ward type of trilogy. Mejia was Taylor’s toughest challenge at 175lbs and Rojas admitted to Frias he was his toughest opponent.

The undercard started off with a pair of middleweights, 6^th ranked David Chung, LASD vs Brian Hoist, LASD. Hoist, was making his ring debut against veteran fighter Chung, who holds a record of (3-2). Hoist wasn’t affected by Chung’s experience, the crowd or the lights. Hoist was ready to fight and when the bell rang he pursued and pressured Chung for 3 rounds. Hoist pitched a near shutout in his battle of the badges debut, defeating Chung, by majority decision. Hoist is a young athletic fighter and someone to keep an eye on.

Bout 2 featured 3^rd ranked Remin Pineda, LASD vs 9^th ranked Brian Petrella, Pasadena Police Dept. Petrella was looking to rebound from a 3 round decision loss to 5th ranked Jesse Zaranaga, LASD. This was a close fight between two evenly matched fighters but in the end Petrella would come up short losing by decision. Pineda sealed the win by having the higher punch connect percentage and being the busier fighter.  Pineda continues to improve and picks up his 2^nd win in a row.

The crowd was treated to a great battle between two warriors when 10^th ranked Hector Mendoza, LAPD and newcomer Che Parker, LASD stepped into the ring. No feeling out needed for this one. These fighters had one job to do, and that was fight! When the bell rang Parker came right after Mendoza not giving him an inch to breathe.  Mendoza used his experience to find openings to land beautiful body shots and combinations. Mendoza was the more polished fighter due to his experience but Parker would hold his own and land some solid shots. Mendoza and Parker traded blow for blow and after 3 hard fought rounds Mendoza would be announced the winner. These fighters laid it all on the line and were rewarded with “Fight of the Night” honors.

Bout 4 featured the much anticipated rematch between Gerardo Pachuca, LASD and Jake Ching, LA Co. FD. These fighters know each other well so no introduction was needed. When the bell rang Pachuca and Ching went to work throwing punches in bunches. When Pachuca got hit he came right back and hit Ching even harder. This went on for three rounds. Pachuca and Ching were made for each other. Whenever these guys get in the ring the fans are guaranteed an all action fight. When the final bell sounded the crowd was on their feet cheering for both fighters. Pachuca and Ching displayed great sportsmanship, heart, strength, skill, and character. When the score cards were added up Ching would once again be announced the winner.

The only female bout of the night featured first timer Kendra Hendricks, LASD taking on the highly favored 5^th ranked Isabel Sandoval, LASD. Hendricks is the female version of 2nd ranked Brandon Manning, LASD. Hendricks has the same aggressive, attacking, brawling style as Manning.  She charges forward and smothers her opponents with a barrage of punches.  Hendricks was clearly the stronger fighter and imposed her strength and will on Sandoval to grind out a decision win.  Hendricks would pick up her first win and start her climb to the top of the division.

The Battle of the Badges is in the books. Add another great night of boxing to the long running fight night series at the Quiet Cannon. The fighters did their part putting on an awesome display of talent and heart for the many fans in attendance. Congratulations to the new UCA Light Heavyweight State Champion Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept.  and the new UCA Super Cruiserweight State Champion Alan Rojas, LASD. Hector Mendoza, LAPD and Che Parker, LASD received “Fight of the Night” honors. Public Safety boxing continues to grow with talent and continues to give the fans the fights they want to see.

The Battle of the Badges official weigh in took place this morning and all 16 fighters hit their mark on the scale. Main Eventers Alan Rojas, LASD and Enrique Frias San Diego Probation made the contracted weight for their UCA Super Cruiserweight Championship title fight. The Co main event fighters Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriffs Dept. and Joshua Mejia, LASD had no problem on the scales making their UCA Light Heavyweight title fight official. The only thing left to do is fight. It all goes down tonight at the Quiet Cannon, Montebello CA. There are still a few tickets left. Doors open at 5. General admission tickets at $25.00 ringside are $50.00.

The Battle of the Badges returns to the Quiet Cannon Friday night with a star studded line up headlined by two UCA  Championship title fights. In the co main event #1 ranked Travon Taylor, Orange County SD takes on LASD’s own Joshua Mejia for the Light Heavyweight title. The main event features the undefeated #1 ranked Alan Rojas, LASD squaring off with fellow undefeated fighter Enrique Frias, San Deigo Probation for the UCA Super Cruiserweight Championship title. The undercard features a female fight between two LASD fighters Hendricks vs Sandoval. Plus the return of Police Olympic Gold Medalist Brian Petrella, Pasadena Police Dept. taking on Remin Pineda, LASD along with other  fighters making their ring debuts. The Battle of the Badges takes place Friday May 15, 2015 at the Quiet Cannon, 901 Via San Clemente, Montebello CA. (323) 724-4500. Doors open at 5pm. Tickets start at $25.00 for General Admission and $50.00 for Ringside seats. Tickets will be available at the door.

On Friday night Hector Mendoza, LAPD will take on Battle of the Badges newcomer Che Parker, LASD. Mendoza dropped a tough 3 round decision to civilian fighter Jonathan Virgen last November and is determined to get into the win column. Parker is ready for his debut and looks to make an exciting first impression. The LA Battle of the Badges takes place Friday night at the Quiet Cannon, CA. Doors open at 5pm. Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the door. General admission tickets are only $25.00 ringside tickets are $50.00.

Kendra Hendricks, LASD vs Isabel Sandoval, LASD will be the only female fight on Friday nights card. Hendricks will be making her Battle of the Badges debut against Sandoval. Although Sandoval has been out of the ring for nearly 3 years she is anxious to mix it up again. This matchup is a clear favorite for “Fight of the Night” honors. LA Battle of the Badges takes place Friday at the Quiet Cannon, Montebello CA. Doors open at 5pm. Tickets start at $25.00 for General Admission and $50.00 for Ringside. Tickets available at the door.

On Friday night the spotlight will shine on the best Super Cruiserweight in the country. The undefeated #1 ranked Alan Rojas, LASD will finally get his shot at the UCA Championship title. The LA Battle of the Badges Main Event will feature Alan Rojas taking on the undefeated title challenger Enrique Frias, San Diego Probation for the UCA Super Cruiserweight title. Unable to find opponents and bad timing have kept Rojas from becoming a dominant force. He’s traveled to New York and defeated the best 205 pounder NYPD had to offer and defeated the former 2nd ranked Alex Perez from LAPD.  On Friday night it all comes down to six short minutes in the ring, no fear, no regret, no second chances. Rojas and Frias will have one shot. Win you live, lose you die. LA Battle of the Badges, Friday May 15, 2015. Doors open at 5pm, first bout at 7pm. Tickets start at $25.00 General Admission, $50.00 Ringside.

On Friday May 15, 2015 Jake Ching, LA Co Fire Dept. will once again go to battle with Gerardo Pachuca, LASD.  Ching defeated Pachuca last November by split decision and looks to make it two in a row.  Pachuca is hungry and ready for redemption. Pachuca has been training hard since losing to Ching and is ready to prove he has what it takes to win. The LA Battle of the Badges takes place Friday May 15, 2015 at the Quiet Cannon; Montebello CA. Doors open at 5pm, first bell rings at 6:30pm. Tickets will be available at the door. $25.00, General Admission, $50.00 Ringside.

The UCA Light Heavyweight title once held by James Davis, CDCR, Matt Wurdinger, Santa Clara PD and Kyle Stewart, USMC is once again up for grabs. On May 15, 2015 the LA Battle of the Badges main event will feature #1 ranked Travon Taylor, Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. vs.  Joshua Mejia, LASD.  Fresh off his win over Omar Romero, USMC at the SoCal Battle of the Badges, Taylor looks for another impressive showing to establish himself as the best Light Heavyweight in California. Taylor will be entering enemy territory when he takes on the much talked about, but unknown 8-2 Joshua Mejia, LASD in his backyard. Don’t miss this fight as both guys lay it all on the line to cement their name in UCA royalty. The LA Battle of the Badges takes place Friday May 15, 2015 at the Quiet Cannon, Montebello Ca. Doors open at 5pm, first bell rings at 7. Tickets will be available at the door starting at $25.00 general admission and $50 for ringside.

Zachary Farris, California Highway Patrol and Steven Lee, Sedgwick Sheriff’s Dept. were recipients of the UCA Golden Fists Award for their performance at the Battle of the Badges April 11, 2015 event in Hanford CA. The Golden Fists Award recognizes a fighter who has the skills and characteristics to become a champion. Farris and Lee put on a superior athletic performance and proved to have a firm foundation of the sweet science with championship qualities.

The Main Event of Saturday night’s Battle of the Badges at the Hanford Civic Auditorium featured the best Super Heavyweights in California. #1 ranked Pierce Masse – Fresno PD vs the Champion Chris Lewis – Fresno SD for the UCA Super Heavyweight  Championship. The small ring used for this night’s event would be made to look even smaller when these two large men stepped into it. The challenger, Pierce Masse calmly made his way to the ring with a focused look on his face. Johnny Cash’s, “God’s Gonna Cut You Down” played slow and steady in the background. The champion, Chris Lewis, would come in pumped up and energetic; bouncing and bobbing his head to a track rapped by Drake. At the bell, these two big men sized up one another as they circled the ring. Both of them planning on just how they would open up their attacks. Then all of a sudden, the battle broke out. A jabbing Lewis landed a thunderous right hand that let off a loud boom heard all through the venue.  Masse took it well, but would be sent back to the ropes as the champ charged at him. Caught in a tangle, both fighters tussled as they leaned on the ropes. The ring seemed about to give in and collapse where their combined weight would press. But just then, the champ would get back his distance; he jabbed his way outside and fought off his back foot. The ex-star football player was athletic and quite nimble for such a big man. He would let Masse make his way into range and catch him on the head and body with powerful right hands and left hooks. Masse would shake off the punches and keep coming forward. Masse would then utilize his advantage in reach and land his long left jab and right cross from the outside. To negate Pierce’s superior reach, Chris changed up his positioning and ripped uppercuts and left hooks to Masse’s body and head on the inside. But Pierce would press on. Then the champ would change it up again, and get back to the outside. He worked some flashy, quick feet as he circled away from the challenger’s reach. Lewis was elusive and avoided a scary, huge right hand from Masse to close out the 2nd. Well behind on the scorecards, the challenger Masse, had no choice but to keep coming forward and forcing the action. He caught up to the champion with his longer arms and landed some big 1, 2’s from outside. Those punches were not only heard, but could somehow also be felt by the spectating crowd who was cringing. He then closed the distance, forcing Lewis into the corner. The ring and ropes rattled. Both fighters would push and exchange punches in close proximity. Neither man going backward. In the closing seconds, both fighters hurled bombs at one another, and went at it full tilt. Masse showed off his own power and finished strong, but it was too late. The final bell sounded. And still UCA Super Heavyweight Champion Chris Lewis – Fresno SD.

With the success over the past two years, the UCA is proud to announce they will be returning to the Hanford Auditorium for another four years, with the next event April 9, 2016.

The co main event featured the decorated UCA Middleweight Champion DJ Vargas, Avenal PD against #1 ranked Quincy Mirage, LAPD, the unheralded challenger who is hungry and in pursuit of a performance that will recognize him as the best. Mirage has methodically moved up in competition to claim the #1 spot and earn his shot at title. Vargas has had a target on his back since winning the title last year and ready to protect his title against all challengers.  Mirage had a game plan and when the bell sounded he went to work on it. He brought the fight to the Champion in a big way; he pursued and pressured Vargas around the ring and would not let him breathe. Vargas would fight back with counter-punching, elusiveness and fancy footwork.  Mirage pushed the pace and kept up his attack for 6 minutes. When the final bell sounded it was clear Mirage was the aggressor and brought the fight to the champion. Was it enough?  When the scorecards were collected Vargas would be announced the winner. With the win Vargas validates himself as the reigning, and defending UCA Middleweight Champion.

The 9th bout of the night featured the undefeated 2^nd ranked Shant Sheklanian – Madera PD vs the UCA Champion Francisco Flores – Stanislaus SD for the UCA Jr Welterweight Title. Both fighters would come out slow to begin this one. The mutual respect shown by each boxer was obvious. Both men very aware of the power the other possessed. They were judicious with their punches in the beginning. But it didn’t take long for the action to start. Shant Sheklanian, the boxer-puncher, landed hard, crisp 1, 2, 3 combos to the head & body of the forward-fighting Francisco Flores. His strikes would let off a loud thud that could be heard throughout the auditorium. Flores would take these punches in stride and avoid some of the others with side to side head movement. Flores would land a big right hand of his own. He tried to keep Sheklanian on the ropes to keep on landing his bombs, but Shant would simply spin out of them. The challenger caught the champ with well-timed 1, 2’s and hard counter hooks that would put the average fighter to sleep. But Flores just kept on stalking him. The champ’s chin was resilient. Feeling the fight and the title slipping away from him, the champ came back in the 3rd and fought back with ferocity. His champion’s mettle and will was apparent. He traded punches with Sheklanian in the center ring and landed some big combos and hooks of his own.  But so did Sheklanian. Francisco would still keep the pressure on. But Shant, well ahead on the scorecards, would finish by sticking and moving his way to a win. When the decision was announced, both fighters embraced one another with great, mutual respect. Sheklanian was as gracious in victory as Flores was in defeat. And the New UCA Junior Welterweight Champion is Shant Sheklanian.

The 8th bout of the night featured two of the best Jr Middleweights competing for the Interim UCA Junior Middleweight Championship title, Eddie Montano- LAPD vs Chris Martinez – Fresno PD. When the bell sounded Martinez came out of his corner moving well around the ring. His footwork was quick and effective. He opened up with a jumping left hook reminiscent of Roy Jones Jr., catching Montano as he made his way in. Montano continued to stalk Martinez behind a jab and straight right. But Martinez would use the whole ring; and used it well to keep himself out of danger’s reach. He countered Montano as he came into range, peppering him with quick, clean combinations up top and down low. Montano would use a high-glove turtle shell guard and would defend himself well, but many of Martinez’ punches still found their mark. Montano would land a big right hand of his own, and did well when he was able to keep Martinez on the ropes. But it was easier said than done. Besides using his legs very well, Martinez would also employ effective upper body and head movement to remain elusive from Montano. He kept his distance well in the center of the ring. He flurried and stopped his opponent in his tracks, and would not let him reset to throw his punches. What a masterful display of boxing by Martinez. Well behind on the scorecards in the last episode, Montano would keep stalking Martinez, hoping to land his killer overhand right that would more than even things up. He kept trying to get Martinez up against the ropes so he can work in his other big punches. But Martinez had other plans. He fought himself off of the ropes and recaptured his distance. He stayed out of reach of the mauling Montano, and skated his way to a well-earned victory. And the New Interim UCA Jr Middleweight Champion is Chris Martinez -Fresno PD. This sets up a fantasy blockbuster match-up between two champions. Dusty Rodriguez, Santa Monica FD vs Chris Martinez, Fresno PD.

The 6th bout of the night featured the most anticipated fight of the night. The return of Bryan Williams, Fresno PD taking on the best fighter from Louisiana James Moore, Monroe Fire Dept for the UCA Masters Heavyweight Championship Title.  When the bell sounded Moore would get off to a blazing start throwing really big bombs at Williams’ body and head, mauling him up against the ropes. His strength and power were evident. But Williams fought well off the ropes. He had great success popping a piston-like jab and speedy right hands that slowed Moore’s momentum. The crowd cheered him on. Moore continued to stalk the boxing Bryan Williams. He led off with a stiff, long jab that jarred Williams back. He landed a big uppercut that kept Williams on the defensive. An elusive Williams would employ the famous Philly Shell defense and displayed flashy footwork to avoid Moore’s attack. But Moore’s long double-jab and bruising right hand would reach a retreating Williams to close out the second stanza. Very competitive fight going into the 3^rd and final round. The 3rd round would start out a chess match with both men circling the ring. Even the heavy handed Moore would flash some footwork of his own. But the chess game quickly turned into Checkers. Both men would fire sizzling combinations at each other. They fought tit for tat. Moore would maul Williams and Williams would pepper Moore from off of the ropes. Moore would have more success when he would lead with his spear of a jab, but was more intent on brawling it out on the inside. And to the crowd’s delight, that’s how the fight ended. This was a war between two modern day gladiators. And what a war it was! What a tough one to score! When the scores were tallied up Williams would be announced the winner and the new Masters UCA Heavyweight Champion.

Central CA BOTB results written by the #1 ranked Super Middleweight Aurelio Vasquez, LAPD

The UCA Central California Battle of the Badges returned to the Hanford Civic Auditorium on Saturday April 11, 2015 with 11 epic fights that produced a great night of Public Safety boxing entertainment. The sold out audience was treated to an explosive night of boxing featuring top flight fighters from California, Louisiana and Kansas. 5 UCA Championship titles were up for grabs along with new fighters looking to get their names in Championship title shot conversations.

The show started off with a bang between two fighters who were anxious to get at each other. Brent Farris – Butte County Probation vs Arturo Cervantes – Palafox Gym. There was no feel-out period needed when the opening bell sounded. These two fighters came out swinging right out of the gate. After a few good exchanges, these two boxers would then settle into their respective game plans. Farris came forward behind a stiff jab and threw hard 1, 2 combinations. Cervantes showed good footwork and danced his way out of danger, jabbing and countering Farris with an overhand right as he came into range. Cervantes would then catch Farris flush with a straight right hand that would send him down to the canvas. Farris got up quickly and took the referee’s count up to 9. He shook off the knockdown and went back to work. The 1st round would then end with both combatants caught in a tangle after a furious flurry from both fighters. In the 2nd round it would be Cervantes who would press the action forward and went after Farris. He applied intelligent pressure, working his way in behind the jab. He worked Farris’ body, then caught him with two big overhand rights that would swell up his left eye and further bloody his nose. A standing 8-count would then be given to Farris. The ringside doctor would also be called in to examine the fighter. After a few words by the Doc, the ref, & team Farris, all parties came to an agreement; let the insistent & courageous Farris continue. With a brave warrior’s heart, the very tough Farris fought on and would finish the fight by landing some big right hand punches of his own. After the last bell, both fighters showed great sportsmanship & embraced one another. What a fight! What a way to open up this night’s event!  Cervantes winner by decision.

AJ Forestiere – Madera PD vs John Henderson – Hanford PD. Boxer vs Brawler making their Battle of the Badges debut. Henderson wasted no time and came out throwing wild and violent left, right hook combinations, catching Forestiere with very heavy leather. Forestiere would try to keep his distance, but had to fight hard to keep Henderson off of him. They would exchange some combinations in the center of the ring. But Forestiere had to box from the outside to stay away from Henderson’s relentless attack and clear advantage in power. Forestiere established his jab and right hand, but kept his left hand low. Henderson then closed the distance and caught Forestiere with a booming right hand that knocked him down to the ground. AJ was down but he was not out. He got up, dusted himself off, and finished the round. As the fight wore on, Henderson kept coming after Forestiere, throwing hard punches in bunches. He would maul Forestiere against the ropes and hit him with really strong shots upstairs and downstairs, imposing his tremendous will on him. Forestiere would find his distance back, and work his jab and right hand, but Henderson would walk right through them. Forestiere would then run out of room and be forced to fight Henderson in very close quarters. They fought toe to toe in the center of the ring, then Henderson caught Forestiere with another vicious head shot that sent him down to the canvas for the second time in the fight. But just as he did before, Forestiere got up again and fought back with everything he had until the fight ended. Wow! What a great fight! What a display of heart and will by both warriors! This turned out to be “The UCA Fight of The Night”, and deservedly so. Henderson winner by Decision.

Bout 4 Dania Lopez – Thrive Training Center vs Marlena Garcia – Tribal Public Safety. Lopez started the fight at a really fast pace. She was the shorter of the two fighters, but was able to get past Garcia’s longer reach by jabbing her way inside and following up with quick combinations. Garcia pawed out a probing jab and seemed to be trying to time Lopez with a power shot on her way in. But Lopez used effective footwork to get in and out of Garcia’s range. Lopez was the busier fighter of the two, landing accurate and well-timed 1, 2’s. She closed the distance well and was able to reach her taller opponent with regularity. She finished the 1st round with a flurry. Marlena abandoned the jab and came out brawling in the 2nd. Dania would then flash some fancy footwork and avoided most of Marlena’s power punches. But Lopez seemed intent on putting on a good show. She met Garcia halfway and mixed it up with her in the middle of the ring for a bit. Still not using her jab, Marlena opted to throw lead rights instead. Dania avoided those lead right hands and landed her counter left hooks. She closed in on Marlena and closed out the round with a 1, 2, 3 combo. At the start of the last round Garcia finally found her range. She was able to land her longer jab and right hands, and kept Lopez at the end of her punches. Lopez’ legs seemed to slow down a bit, but Dania was more than willing to stay in the pocket and trade with Marlena. While on the inside, both fighters would throw and land their fair share of hooks and uppercuts. The crowd would then “oooh” in excitement after some solid right hands found their mark for each lady. A loud applause from the crowd was heard at the time the fight ended. These two women kept the night’s action going and put on a great show! Lopez winner by decision.

Bout 7 featured a matchup between a fighter from California and a fighter from Kansas. Zach Farris -CHP made his Battle of the Badges debut against Steven Lee – Sedgwick SD. Farris flew out of the corner as soon as the bell rang and stormed right after the southpaw from Kansas, Steven Lee. There was no feel-out period for Farris. He threw and landed some stinging right hands that seemed to stun Lee. Fighting in the lefty stance, Lee used lateral movement to avoid some of Farris’ ferocious attack. He had some success timing Farris with a counter straight left and counter right hook as he charged his way in. But Farris would not be discouraged. He continued to make his way forward, throwing punches upstairs and chopping away at Lee’s body. But Lee would fight back and tried to slow Farris down. Farris kept up a fast pace and continued to maul Lee in an all-out brawl. He would land lots of leather. But Lee kept fighting back. He ripped Farris’ head and body with right and lefts. But Farris kept pushing forward. Neither warrior would back down. They fought in a phone booth for the last 10 seconds of the fight. They both showed tremendous courage & heart. Another close and amazing fight! Farris winner by decision.

All 22 competitors taking part in Saturday night’s UCA promoted Battle of the Badges event have officially made weight for the show. Weigh-ins took place today on the stage of the Hanford Civic Auditorium in front of a packed crowd. All eyes were on the Main Event fighters.  #1 ranked Pierce Masse, Fresno PD and the UCA undefeated Champion Chris Lewis looked in tip top shape.  The co-headliners #1 ranked Quincy Mirage, LAPD and the Champion DJ Vargas, Avenal PD used every bit of the allowed 160lbs to make their UCA Middleweight Title fight official. So too did the UCA Jr Welterweight Champion Francisco Flores, Stanislaus SD and his opponent Shant Sheklanian, Madera PD both coming in under the 140lb limit. Eddie Montano, LAPD and Chris Martinez, Fresno PD had no trouble making the contracted weight for their UCA Jr Middleweight title fight.  Bryan Williams, Fresno PD and his opponent James Moore, Monroe, Louisiana FD perhaps looked in the best shape both coming in under the 220lb limit for their Masters UCA Heavyweight Championship Title fight.  All the action takes place tomorrow starting at 7 p.m., and doors open at 5 p.m. There are a few general admission tickets still left. Tickets will be available at the door.

All the workouts are done. Each fighter has pushed their body far as it can go.  All the miles ran, the many rounds of sparring all comes down to how well the fighters perform on Saturday night in that ring against that opponent at that moment? The wait is over. It’s go time! You have one chance to fight hard, fight smart, keep your composure and leave nothing to chance. 6 short minutes of work to live the rest of your life a champion. Saturday night April 11, 2015 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5pm first fight at 7pm. Tickets are still available. Tickets are only $30.

Brent Farris, Butte County Probation hopes to make a successful debut and move up the ranking of a loaded Welterweight division when he steps into the ring Saturday night. Farris is an all-around fighter who welcomes all comers. He will test his skills against Arturo Cervantes and fans can expect a high intensity, high impact fight when these fighters lock horns Saturday, April 11, 2015 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors Open at 5pm first fight at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. $30. 00 General Admission, $50.00 Reserved Ringside.

On Saturday April 11, 2015 the Super Heavyweights will grab the attention of the Public Safety boxing world. The champion Chris Lewis, Fresno Sheriffs Dept will square off with #1 ranked Pierce Masse, Fresno Police Dept with the UCA Super Heavyweight  Championship title at stake. Masse vs Lewis is a huge fight with epic proportions. They are the biggest most athletic fighters in the prime of their careers. The timing of this fight is perfect and it’s happening because both fighters want to know if they really are the best Super Heavyweight in the country. Fans want a fight, they got one. The build­up for this fight is unparalleled. Two undefeated fighters from the same city, who played on the same football team (Fresno State) and work for rivaling departments. The Champion Lewis works for Fresno Sheriff’s Dept. and the challenger Masse works for Fresno Police Dept. This explosive Main Event will take place Saturday, April 11, 2015. at the Hanford Civic Auditorium.

Two of the very best Jr Welterweight fighters will face off Saturday, April  11, 2015 when break out star Shant Sheklanian, (5-0) Madera Police Dept. gets set for the biggest fight of his career when he faces the UCA Jr. Welterweight Champion Francisco Flores. (6-1) Stanislaus County Sheriffs Dept.  Both fighters are coming into this fight with tremendous confidence. Flores has put together a 5 fight winning streak since losing in 2009 to Police Olympic Gold Medalist Walter Lavarro, Long Beach Police Dept.  Flores defeated Lavarro by razor close decision last April avenging his only loss and also claiming the UCA Jr. Welterweight title. Sheklanian proved he belongs with the elite of the division by defeating the highly talented, previously undefeated (6-1) Taron Scott, CDCR, CYA. If you want to be the best you have to beat the best and that is what Sheklanian has to do to become the Jr. Welterweight Champion. Don’t miss this great fight. It is not available on Pay Per View or Live Stream, you must see it live. Saturday April 11, 2015 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors Open at 5pm first fight at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. $30. 00 General Admission, $50.00 Reserved Ringside.

AJ Forestiere, Madera Police Dept. vs John Henderson, Hanford Police Dept. features two fighters making their Battle of the Badges debut.  The clash of these two fearsome fighters will generate what is sure to be an all-action fight as they look to make a first big impression in Public Safety boxing. Fans have been asking for this fight and now it’s here. Forestiere and Henderson are looking forward to the challenge. See the Battle of the Badges live, Saturday April 11, 2015 at the Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors Open at 5pm first fight at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. $30. 00 General Admission, $50.00 Reserved Ringside.

The UCA Middleweight Champion Dustin Rodriguez, Santa Monica Fire Dept. will be taking a temporary break from fighting to pursue advancement in his career as a firefighter with the Santa Monica Fire Department. Rodriguez defeated #2 Eddie Montano, LAPD September 26, 2014 Quiet Cannon, Montebello CA to win the Jr Middleweight Title then turned around and defended his title against #3 Brandon Manning, LASD, March 28, 2015 at Pechanga Resort & Casino to become the reigning and defending Champion. When Rodriguez makes his return to the ring he expressed an interest in dropping down a division and making a run at the UCA Welterweight Title. The UCA looks forward to Rodriguez return to ring to find out if he makes a run at a new title or defends the one he already has.

The April 11, 2015 Battle of the Badges features the much anticipated return of the former UCA #1 ranked Heavyweight Bryan Williams, Fresno Police Dept. Williams will be taking on the Louisiana Champion James Moore, Monroe Fire Dept. for the Masters UCA National Heavyweight Championship title. After being separated from the ring nearly four years Williams is thrilled to be back. He is one of the most exciting fighters in the game and is ready to give the fans a spectacular performance. James Moore has other plans for Williams big return to the ring. Moore is not traveling from Louisiana to lose. He is coming to win and make a statement that Louisiana has the best Public Safety heavyweight fighter in the nation. Saturday April 11, 2015 Hanford Civic Auditorium. Doors open at 5pm first fight at 7pm. Tickets start at $30.00 General Admission and $50.00 Reserved Ringside. Purchase online or at the door.