SoCal BOTB 8-17-2013 Results

Bout 1, Shawn Sutherland, Big Bear City FD vs. Pat Saavedra, EMT – EMS Whittier. (175lbs) The fight started off with good movement from both fighters then Saavedra stopped moving and the heavy handed Sutherland landed a text book one-two combination that sent Saavedra to the canvas. Saavedra beat the count and was on his feet ready to fight but the referee called it off.   Sutherland winner 1^st rd TKO.

Bout 2, Lory Reynoso, Rialto Unified School District vs. Juanita Aragon, Morongo Public Safety (130lbs) No feeling out period needed in this one. As soon as the bell rang both fighters met in the middle of the ring and started throwing punches in bunches. Aragon caught Reynoso with some clean shots forcing the referee to step in and issue a standing 8 count. During the count the referee noticed a cut on Reynoso’s mouth and stopped the fight. Aragon winner 1^st rd TKO.

Bout 3, Ricky Seward, Big Bear City FD vs. Francisco Morfin, Morongo Public Safety (160lbs) The #1 rated Super Middleweight Seward is a fighter who prepares his body and mind to leave everything he has in the ring.  Morfin must have prepared his mind and body the same way because these two warriors went at it landing hard shots with good technique and skill. Each fighter took their turn carrying the action. After 3 action filled rounds Seward would pick up the victory. Early contender for “Fight of the Night”

Bout 4, James Brown, Anaheim PD vs. Leo Gonzales, Ventura Corrections, 220lbs. When the bell sounded Brown came forward looking to get in range and throw bombs. Gonzales, more of the boxer avoided danger with good footwork, for a while. The hard charging Brown would eventually run Gonzales down and land some damaging shots that forced the referee to step in and give Gonzales a standing 8 count.  Before the start of the 2^nd round the referee would stop the fight. Brown winner 2^nd round TKO.

Bout 5, Amber Sarkesia, Kaiser EMS-EMT vs. Velia Valdez, EMT-EMS-Texas (135lbs). A lot of feeling out in this fight. When the fighters did engage they would both have their moments.  It was Sarkesia  overall skills that would earn her the victory. She kept her hands up, threw straight punches, displayed good footwork and didn’t waste any punches. Sarkesia winner by decision.

Bout 6, Freddy Walton, Faustos Bail Bonds-Agent vs. Daniel Alvarez, Riverside Co. SD (185lbs) Walton and Alvarez must have put themselves through a grueling training camp. These two men fought like their life was on the line.  Each fighter landed devastating shots that would have dropped any normal human being.  As the brutal nonstop battle went on Walton and Alvarez showed everyone what it means to be a fighter. These two men gave it their all and put on a beautiful display of heart, determination, and toughness throughout the duration of the match. This fight was a lock for “Fight of the Night” honors after the second round. In what was an incredibly close fight that could have gone either way. Walton would pick up the narrow decision win.  What a fight!

Bout 7, Maria Ogborn, Cops 4 Kids & Communities vs. Carla McCullough, Rialto Police Department, (155lbs) A very competitive fight with both ladies landing a lot of punches.  In the end Ogborn got the nod by landing the cleaner blows.

Bout 8, Jimmy Blakey, Faustos Bail Bonds vs Nick Bennalack, Anaheim PD (205lbs) Both fighters prepared to confront each other in the center the ring and test each other’s will. In a fight that could not possibly go the distance, it was destroy or be destroyed as both fighters threw grenades at each other. Bennalack was on a mission for destruction and would record a first round Knockout.  Bennalack became an instant prospect and a fighter to keep an eye on.

Bout 9, Jean Davancens, Orange Co Fire Auth. vs. Max Sievers, CDCR Norco (180lbs) Sievers was clearly the stronger fighter and threw the heavier blows however Davancens would find a home for his right hand in the 3^rd round but it was too late. Sievers winner by decision.

Bout 10, Clifton Prince (4-1) VIP Auto Security vs. Adam Colebrook, (9-4) Riverside CO. ACO Chief (Retired) (Super Heavyweights). Prince started the fight strong landing a 1, 2 combination that hit the target and  Colebrook went down. Colebrook would get up and land a few hard shots of his own before the round ended. The second round started wild, Colebrook managed to land a blow  that would send Prince to the canvas. Prince would get up and come after Colebrook.  Heading into the third round it was anybody’s fight. To start the 3^rd both fighters went after each other nearly falling out of the ring 3 or 4 times. The fight would end with both guys in the ring and Colebrook would be announced the winner.

Bout 11, William Evangelisti, Big Bear City FD vs. Luis Garcia, AMR Redlands-EMT (165lbs) It was clear Garcia was the more polished fighter but Evangelisti showed tremendous toughness and stamina. Garcia winner by decision.

Bout 12, Crysti Resendez, San Bernardino SD, vs.  Jasmine Singh, Security Officer (145lbs) A fight between perhaps two of the best Female Public Safety fighters in California. Watching these ladies warm up you knew you were in for a treat and they did not disappoint.  Resendez and Singh are the total package. Singh was looking to stand and go toe to toe while Resendez was looking to use her superior boxing skills. After three rounds of high level boxing, Singh would pick up the decision victory.  With their performance they will shoot to the top of the division. Resendez and Singh are the future of Female Public Safety Boxing. They are top level athletes and fighters to keep an eye on.

The UCA Cruiserweight State Championship Main Event  Title fight between the undefeated UCA Champion Brian Stevens, LASD and the #1 rated Jamaal Brathwaite, OCSO sure did have high expectations and they did not disappoint. Stevens and Brathwaite know each other well, no feeling out period needed. When the bell sounded Stevens and Brathwaite went at each other. With less than one minute into the fight Stevens landed a terrific combination that sent Brathwaite to the canvas. Brathwaite would beat the count and finish the round. After suffering the knockdown Brathwaite became a different fighter. He came out throwing bombs looking to end the fight early with one punch. Stevens impressive defensive skills allowed him to avoid Brathwaites violent punches and vicious attack. Brathwaite’s biggest weapon is his right hand. 5 of his KO victories are from his right hand. Stevens has the 2012 Trainer of the Year Mando Guzman in his corner and he put together a perfect game plan for Brathwaite’s right hand. When Brathwaite loaded up the right hand Stevens would step inside and the right hand would over shoot the target landing on the shoulders and back of Stevens. Stevens and Brathwaite would push themselves to the limit in an epic 4 round fight. Stevens fought perhaps a perfect fight to earn a unanimous decision and become the reigning and defending UCA Cruiserweight State Champion. When the bell sounded to the end the fight the near capacity crowd was on their feet giving the fighters a standing ovation. This fight elevated Stevens to superstar status. With the win Stevens retains his belt and extends his perfect record to 5-0.  Congratulations to Brian Stevens who is not only a great athlete but a great person.

The SoCal Battle of the Badges is in the books and what a night of fights it was.  Huge credit to Jeff Penn and his team, the fighters, trainers and the Cops 4 Kids Program for making this event possible.