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Add FightsATW on GoogleLONG BEACH, CA – October 9, 2026 – The stage is set, the fighters have hit the scales, and the countdown is officially on! The official weigh-ins are complete for “Champions of Tomorrow,” taking place this Saturday, October 10, at Thunder Studios in Long Beach, California.
Headlining the evening is undefeated standout Julius “JuJu” Ballo (4-0, 4 KOs), who will face Carlos Torres (6-6-1) in a six-round showdown. Ballo, who tipped the scales at 126.4 pounds, looks to continue his perfect professional record and deliver another electrifying performance in front of Southern California boxing fans.
With momentum on his side, Ballo enters Saturday night’s matchup determined to make another statement as he continues his rise through the professional ranks.
The evening will also feature two highly anticipated WBA-NABA Regional Title fights, adding championship stakes to an already exciting lineup.
Undefeated Samuel Arnold (16-0) will put his perfect record on the line against experienced contender Charles Shinma (20-5) in a scheduled 10-round contest at 175 pounds. Both fighters weighed in at 173.9 pounds, setting the stage for a competitive championship showdown.
In another featured title matchup, Emeka Nwokolo (17-1) squares off against Jonathan Wilson Sanchez (27-8-1) in a 10-round battle at 154 pounds. Nwokolo weighed in at 152.0 pounds, while Sanchez registered 153.7 pounds.
Also stepping into the spotlight is undefeated rising prospect Jonny Mansour (8-0), who will take on George Rodriguez Pardo (12-7) in an eight-round contest at 135 pounds. Both fighters successfully made weight at 135.0 pounds.
The card also features undefeated prospects Brandon McCarthy, Claudio Rodriguez, Maya Hernandez, and Jesus Diego, each looking to continue building momentum in their professional careers.
MAIN EVENT – 6 ROUNDS | 127 LBS.
Julius “JuJu” Ballo (4-0) vs. Carlos Torres (6-6-1)
Weigh-in: Ballo 126.4 lbs. | Torres 126.4 lbs.
WBA-NABA REGIONAL TITLE – 10 ROUNDS | 175 LBS.
Samuel Arnold (16-0) vs. Charles Shinma (20-5)
Weigh-in: Arnold 173.9 lbs. | Shinma 173.9 lbs.
WBA-NABA REGIONAL TITLE – 10 ROUNDS | 154 LBS.
Emeka Nwokolo (17-1) vs. Jonathan Wilson Sanchez (27-8-1)
Weigh-in: Nwokolo 152.0 lbs. | Sanchez 153.7 lbs.
8 ROUNDS | 135 LBS.
Jonny Mansour (8-0) vs. George Rodriguez Pardo (12-7)
Weigh-in: Mansour 135.0 lbs. | Pardo 135.0 lbs.
6 ROUNDS | 135 LBS.
Brandon McCarthy (6-0) vs. Ezequiel Flores (6-7)
Weigh-in: McCarthy 134.7 lbs. | Flores 135.0 lbs.
4 ROUNDS | 142 LBS.
Claudio Rodriguez (3-0) vs. Benji Gomez (2-10)
Weigh-in: Rodriguez 140.7 lbs. | Gomez 141.6 lbs.
4 ROUNDS | 118 LBS.
Maya Hernandez (2-0) vs. Sarah Click (2-15-2)
Weigh-in: Hernandez 117.4 lbs. | Click 116.3 lbs.
4 ROUNDS | 118 LBS.
Jesus Diego (4-0) vs. Jaime Guevara (3-5-1)
Weigh-in: Diego 117.7 lbs. | Guevara 117.7 lbs.
EVENT DETAILS
Event: Champions of Tomorrow
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Venue: Thunder Studios
Address: 20434 S. Santa Fe Ave., Long Beach, CA 90810
Doors Open: 5:00 PM PT
First Fight: 6:00 PM PT
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