SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – Downtown Sioux Falls played host to matches in the ring on Saturday, as a local gym looked to bring the spirit of boxing.
Vargas Boxing hosted its “Downtown Throwdown,” an amateur boxing show featuring bouts from local boxers.
Many of those in the local boxing scene know each other, and clubs and competitors are coming from around the region.
They said getting to hold events like these helps build interest in others picking up the sport.
“So when this room gets packed today, afterwards, I’m probably going to shed some tears, because this is amazing. I am so happy that we’re here for it. As soon as I got word that the show was coming, sign us up. Our list got sent right away,” said Sage Lewis with Lobos Boxing Club.
This was Vargas Boxing’s first show, but organizers said they’re hopeful it won’t be the last.
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