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Fifth annual amateur boxing event hosts local and regional competitors

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 2:02 AM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

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Summary

The fifth annual amateur boxing event took place Saturday at Brick West, hosted by Rick Welliver of Spokane Boxing Gym LLC. The event aimed to provide opportunities for low-income youth, with teams traveling from Canada, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana to participate. Welliver emphasized that boxing serves as an outlet for youth and builds community, offering a supportive environment for young athletes. He aims to raise funds to continue supporting local boxing initiatives and believes the sport can help instill confidence and character in participants.

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Key Details

•Event held at Brick West on Saturday.
•Teams participated from Canada, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.
•Rick Welliver emphasizes boxing's role in community and youth development.
•All ticket sales help fund local boxing opportunities for kids.

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Jun. 21—At first glance, boxing seems like a sport of violence and vigor. Rick Welliver, owner of Spokane Boxing Gym LLC, says it gives kids and young adults a family and an outlet. A red, white and blue boxing ring replaced picnic tables at Brick West on Saturday afternoon . Welliver's been putting on similar events for more than 15 years, setting up boxing rings for amateur boxers across the ...
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