Michael Carbajal Boxing Classic Returns to Phoenix for 2026 Edition

Phoenix is hosting the ninth annual Michael Carbajal Boxing Classic this weekend, a USA Boxing-sanctioned amateur tournament held at the Shrine Auditorium from April 24 to 26, 2026. The event, organized by six-time world champion Michael Carbajal’s 9th Street Gym, features brackets for boys, girls, men and women across age and experience levels, drawing an estimated 300 to 400 competitors from across the Western United States.

Event Details and Schedule

The tournament began on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 4:27 PM and continues through Sunday, April 26, 2026 until 11:59 PM. Registration is handled through Konquer.Club, with admission priced at $20 for spectators. A ringside physician will be present throughout the event, as required by USA Boxing sanctioning standards.

Location and Organization

Bouts are taking place at the Shrine Auditorium, located at 552 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85008. The event is hosted by Michael Carbajal’s 9th Street Gym near downtown Phoenix and sanctioned under USA Boxing event number 26-48-666626. Local coordinator Seferino Rodriguez oversees operations, with Dr. Joe Nieto serving as the designated ringside physician.

Participant Scope and Competition Format

Competitors are arriving from throughout the Western region, including Hawaii, New Mexico, and beyond. The tournament follows a bracket-style format with divisions organized by age, gender, and skill level. Organizers anticipate between 300 and 400 total participants competing in the three-day event.

Broader Arizona Sports Context

The Michael Carbajal Boxing Classic coincides with other spring sports activity across Arizona, including preparations for Phoenix native David Benavidez’s upcoming undisputed cruiserweight title challenge against Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez scheduled for May 2, 2026 in Las Vegas. College athletics, Phoenix Rising FC, and the Arizona Rattlers are also in season during this period.

About Michael Carbajal

Michael Carbajal, a Phoenix native and four-time world champion in boxing, continues to train athletes at his 9th Street Gym. His promotion of this annual amateur classic serves both as a tribute to his competitive legacy and as a developmental platform for emerging talent aiming toward future national and Olympic opportunities.