FOBA Foundation

05/30/2026

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05/30/2026

3 unforgettable years at Melrose Park Civic Center with our (FOBA FOUNDATION) youth boxing programs. Through the highs and lows, we watched kids grow not only as fighters but as young men and women learning confidence, discipline, respect and heart. From one of our very first students Jose smashing the pads with speed and power, to one of our youngest students opening up about feeling nervous and left out on her very first day at the gym… these moments reminded us that boxing is more than punches, it’s about building character and family.
Our students came from all walks of life and all ages, from 3 years old all the way into their mid 20’s, and every single one brought something special to our gym. Today I picked up the last of my boxing equipment and framed memories from my career, including my Hall of Fame induction and unforgettable moments inside the ring. Walking out of this building for the last time definitely hits different.

Melrose Park Civic Center will always be part of our journey and history, and I’ll forever be grateful for the memories we created together. But as the saying goes, when one door closes another one opens… and the next chapter for FOBA FOUNDATION is going to be even bigger and stronger. Keep your eyes open kids… we’re just getting started. 🥊❤️
CommunityStrong

05/29/2026

Today marks the closing of one of our FOBA FOUNDATION boxing programs at the Melrose Park Civic Center. It hurts knowing another person will be taking over the gym we built with love, passion, and dedication for our kids. Parents are already telling me it’ll never feel the same again, and hearing that means more to me than they’ll ever know.
For the past 3 years, we worked with kids from 4 to 26 years old, giving them more than boxing lessons. We gave them hope, discipline, confidence, and a family inside our boxing community. One special student is .8 . He came to us 3 years ago struggling with his weight and confidence, and now he’s half the size he was when he first walked into our gym. Today he’s getting ready to graduate high school and is now playing on the Mexican Youth National Soccer Team. That right there is why we do this.

When I can put a smile on these kids’ faces and help change their lives for the better, then I know I did my job. To all my volunteers, students, and families in Melrose Park, thank you for trusting us and believing in our mission. This chapter of may be closing, but another chapter will open because we’re doing God’s work with these kids.

I’m truly going to miss this community and these amazing young champions. Love you all dearly and hopefully one day we’ll be back stronger than ever. 👊🏽💛🏆
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05/20/2026

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05/18/2026

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05/17/2026

At one of our FOBA FOUNDATION after-school boxing program locations at ASPIRA Pantoja High School, you can see several of our trainers and students putting in work, learning discipline, defense, and confidence through the sport of boxing. One student that always stood out to me was Mari. Seeing her smile, have fun, and gain confidence while hitting the pads with coach — my dear little big cousin and one heck of a trainer — reminded me exactly why we started these programs in the first place.
You’ll also see my former amateur boxing nemesis now helping mentor and train the next generation alongside us. Life comes full circle. These classes became more than boxing sessions… they became a safe place, a family, and a positive outlet for so many kids.
It hurts knowing all the ASPIRA schools are closing down this summer because many young kids will now lose access to these after-school boxing programs that truly made a difference. But I’ll always be proud knowing FOBA FOUNDATION helped impact lives the right way, one student at a time. 🥊❤️
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05/16/2026

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05/14/2026

Another amazing day at FOBA FOUNDATION training the kids with my brother and special guest athlete/trainer/MMA fighter Giovanni Sosa. What a great turnout and energy from all the young champions putting in work and learning the sweet science and the lost art of defense. Giovanni also brought his son and daughter while I brought my kiddos as well, making it even more special seeing families come together through sports, discipline and positivity.
Every other week I’ll continue bringing in special guest athletes and world class friends of mine to motivate these kids, help them have fun, stay inspired and feel appreciated. The smiles, hard work and dedication today reminded me why we do this for the youth.
We’ll be back at Melrose Park Civic Center very soon as we get ready to close out another great school year strong. Big love to everyone supporting FOBA FOUNDATION and these future champions.
YouthBoxing

04/26/2026

Building fighters from the inside out. Today at FOBA FOUNDATION we pushed limits—sprints to expand lung capacity, sharp pad work, heavy bag rounds, and finished strong with deep stretches in the ring. Discipline, growth, and heart every step of the way. Proud of my boys 👏🏽💯🏆