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<h1>10th Annual Centennial Square Boxing Show: A Night of Excitement</h1>
<p>On the night of August 22, 2025, Pasadena’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department hosted its 10th Annual Boxing Show at Centennial Square, delivering an exciting atmosphere filled with focus and intensity.</p>
<p>The event featured around 24 emerging boxers, each showcasing their skills over three rounds against competent opponents. With approximately 400 spectators gathered around the ring at the foot of City Hall, the crowd passionately supported their favorites, offering cheers and advice while reacting to every jab and punch.</p>
<p>“This event is fantastic because it allows the community to come together and enjoy top-notch boxing for free,” said Fausto De La Torre, who has managed the city's boxing program at Villa Parke Community Center for over three decades. “I’m a product of this program,” he added, having trained many of the enthusiastic participants of the evening.</p>
<p>The festive atmosphere was enhanced by food trucks, ice cream vendors, and a classic car show along Holly Street, drawing an even larger crowd this year. A native drum circle kicked off the event, with the Danza Yankuisitl dance group filling the area with lively music and rhythm before the matches commenced.</p>
<p>“This show aims to recognize and support the rising stars in our community,” said Robert James, the ring announcer and a former Pasadena resident. “These amateur boxers come to display their abilities, with some aspiring to join the Olympic team or transition to professional boxing.”</p>
<p>Among the standout fighters was Jesse Kang, a 17-year-old light and quick contender who triumphed in his match against Luis Mora from Stockton. “I participated in my first boxing event last year and didn’t win, so it feels great to win tonight,” Kang expressed, proudly holding the silver prize belt. He emphasized enjoying the individual nature of boxing, saying it brings both accountability and glory.</p>
<p>Ringside, Nathaniel Burns passionately rallied his friends during their matches. “I love the excitement and intensity of boxing; it’s a beautiful sport—akin to art,” Burns expressed, showcasing the deep connection and enthusiasm that the community shares for this sport.</p>
<p><em>Jarret Liotta is a freelance writer and photographer based in Los Angeles.</em></p>
<p>Originally Published: <time datetime="2025-08-23 10:47:08">August 23, 2025 at 10:47 AM PDT</time></p>
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