The UCA Light Heavyweight Division continues to showcase its depth and talent as Anthony Thompson of the Alameda Fire Department prepares to make his highly anticipated ring debut against #8 Rance Garces, FBOP – Atwater. Thompson has been putting in the work at KnuckleHeadz Boxing in Fairfield, sharpening his skills and preparing to make an immediate impact in his first UCA appearance. Across the ring, Garces returns with something to prove. Back in camp at Haro’s Bros Boxing Gym in Merced, Garces is determined to put last year’s razor thin loss to #6 Chris Curameng of the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office behind him and reestablish himself as a serious contender. Thompson is looking to introduce himself to the division with a statement victory, while Garces knows an impressive performance could put his name into the Light Heavyweight title conversation.
The NorCal Battle of the Badges goes down on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Rock & Brews Restaurant & Bar Outdoor Venue in Sacramento. Doors open at 4:00 first punch lands at 6:00