The Rio Grande Valley is quickly becoming one of boxing's top hot spots. The valley is producing top-notch, world-class, talent at breakneck speeds. Its knowledgeable and passionate fan base is unmatched anywhere in the country. It's only fitting that the region hosts big-time boxing events, and that's exactly what PowerBox Promotions and Marv Nation are teaming up to do. The two promotional companies will host a press conference on Thursday, June 29th, to formally announce an August 26th fight card that will take place at the Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, Texas. The world-class fight card will feature the two sons of legendary two-time 154-pound world champion Fernando Vargas. Undefeated hard-hitting middleweight Fernando "El Feroz'" Vargas Jr, 11-0 (11), will headline the evening's main event. While younger brother Amado Vargas, an 8-0 (3), featherweight, will be featured in the co-main event.
The good news does not stop there for South Texas fight fans. August 26th is not a one-shot deal either; rather it will mark the beginning of a series of big-time boxing events that will take place in the RGV. According to PowerBox Promotions President Letty Cantu, "They are looking to have a series of boxing matches... and are looking to highlight the Rio Grande Valley." She added that the region has "the talent and a strong appetite for boxing" Cantu, who is based in San Antonio, said they will start with the RGV and then expand throughout Texas.
There certainly is a tremendous appetite for the sweet science in the Rio Grande Valley, as Cantu says. The local shows in the area always draw unprecedented numbers and produce fan-friendly all-action fights. Bringing big-time fights back to the region on a regular basis certainly looks like a home run for all involved. The Bert Ogden Arena last hosted a professional boxing event in August 2019. The event was headlined by Weslaco native Brandon Figueroa, who scored a fourth-round knockout of Javier Chacon in front of a packed-out crowd.
Thursday's Press conference will kick off at 10:30 AM and is open to the public.