The highly anticipated 2024 Ring Masters Championships: Road to the Garden has officially kicked off, marking New York’s premier amateur boxing tournament. This year’s event, held at Hempstead Boxing in Hempstead, NY, boasts an impressive roster of 450 amateur boxers ranging in age from 8 to 68. With 17 sanctioned events running from February to April, the 2024 Ring Masters Championships is set to be the largest tournament since its debut in 2018.
The Journey Towards Glory
The tournament follows an exhilarating roadmap, with the last elimination bouts scheduled for Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the renowned Gleason’s Gym in Brooklyn, NY. The culmination of this incredible journey will take place at the iconic Madison Square Garden in April, known as the Mecca of Boxing. The winners of each category will receive the coveted Ring Masters Championships ring, with a gold insert for the champions and a silver insert for the runners-up.
USA Boxing Metropolitan: A Commitment to the Sport
As President of USA Boxing Metropolitan, Ray Cuadrado remarks, “The 2024 Ring Masters Championships is a testament to our commitment to promoting the sport of boxing and providing a platform for emerging talents to shine.” This tournament, organized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, receives support from its membership, the boxing community, and various sponsors. It is worth noting that everyone involved, from referees to organizers and photographers, generously donates their time and services pro bono.
Sting Boxing proudly sponsors the Ring Masters Championships for the fifth consecutive year. Josh Watson, Sting North America representative, expressed their pride in this partnership, stating, “The rich history of the Ring Masters Championships combined with the opportunity to compete at the world’s premier boxing venue, Madison Square Garden, makes this partnership one of Sting’s most valuable, anywhere in the world.” Sting Boxing’s support is crucial in giving aspiring boxers an extraordinary platform to showcase their skills.
The tournament owes its success to the backing of numerous sponsors, including WBC Amateur, USA Boxing Metropolitan, Sting Sports, RX Water, Boxing Insider Promotions, Millions.co, and Madison Square Garden. These sponsors understand the importance of nurturing emerging talents and supporting athletes at every level.
New York’s Proving Ground
Recognized as the proving ground for amateurs, the Ring Masters Championships attract participants from 91 gyms across New York City. Many boxers view this tournament as the gateway to a successful career in boxing. The drive to excel in this prestigious event propels aspiring boxers towards future opportunities and recognition.
The Elite Male and Female Open champions of the Ring Masters Championships will earn the opportunity to advance to the National Golden Gloves: Tournament of Champions, taking place in Detroit, MI, from May 12 to 19, 2024. This coveted event showcases the best amateur boxers from around the nation and serves as a platform for young talents to gain valuable experience.
Join the Spectacle, Support the Rising Stars
The Ring Masters Championships warmly welcomes boxing fans and the general public to attend all the family-friendly events. Tickets for each event can be purchased at the respective host gyms. This tournament provides an ideal opportunity to witness the potential and dedication of these promising athletes up close.
For all the latest news and updates on the Ring Masters Championships, follow @ring_masters_official and @usaboxingmetro on Instagram. For sponsorship opportunities, media inquiries, and additional information, please reach out to Sonya Lamonakis, Vice President of USA Boxing Metropolitan, at [email protected]
Sanctioned Event Calendar
The Ring Masters Championships is an exhilarating series of events that span several locations across New York City. Here is the schedule for the upcoming sanctioned events:
– 2/3/24: Hempstead Boxing Kennedy Park Memorial, 335 Greenwich St. Hempstead, NY 11550
– 2/10/24: Gleason’s Gym, 130 Water Street Brooklyn, NY 11201
– 2/16/24: Gotham Gym, 600 Washington Street NY, NY 10014
– 2/17/24: Sweatbox Brooklyn, 229 46th Street Brooklyn, NY 11220
– 2/22/24: N.Y.A.C., 180 Central Park South NYC, NY 10019
– 2/23/24: Church Street Boxing, 25 Park Place NY, NY 10025
– 2/24/24: Knights of Columbus Saturday, 186 Jericho Turnpike Mineola, NY 11501
– 2/29/24: Full Package Promotions Mulcahy’s Pub, 3232 Railroad Avenue Wantagh, NY 11793
– 3/2/24: John’s Boxing Gym, 2323 Haviland St. Bronx, NY 10462
– 3/8/24: Bay Ridge Catholic Academy, NYC Cops & Kids, 365 83rd Street Brooklyn, NY 11209
– 3/9/24: Freeport PAL Freeport Recreation Center, 130 East Merrick Rd. Freeport, NY 11520
– 3/15/24: Prime Time Promotions Amazura, 91-12 144th place Queens, NY 11435
– 3/16/24: Pro Fit Deer Park Saturday, 41 Mercedes Way Edgewood, NY 11717
– 3/22/24: Sportsmen’s Club Local Union 3 IBEW, 67-35 Parsons Blvd Flushing, NY 11365
– 3/23/24: John’s Boxing Gym Saturday, 2323 Haviland St. Bronx, NY 10462
– 4/5/24: Boxing Insider Promotions Classic Car Club of Manhattan, 408 12th Avenue NY, NY 10018
– 4/6/24: USA Boxing Metro Gleason’s Gym JO/Youth Finals, 130 Water Street Brooklyn, NY 11201
Don’t miss out on a thrilling showcase of boxing talent throughout this esteemed tournament. Witness the journey of these exceptional athletes as they vie for victory in the 2024 Ring Masters Championships – New York’s ultimate boxing event.
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