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CHAMPIONING MENTAL HEALTH: A NIGHT OF BOXING IN LOS ANGELES ON MAY 22

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CHARITY BOXING EVENT SET TO FEATURE A SLATE OF TALENTED SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PROFESSIONALS

Televised Live on DAZN | Thursday, May 22, 2025 | Avalon Hollywood

LOS ANGELES (April 30, 2025) — 555 Media Agency, in partnership with Bash Boxing, proudly announces "Championing Mental Health: A Night of Boxing," a special charity event dedicated to mental health awareness in the sport. The event will occur on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the historic Avalon Hollywood and broadcast live on DAZN.​ The event will feature a slate of talented boxers from the Southern California area, including Jonny "Magic" Mansour (4-0, 2 KOs), Ricardo Ruvalcaba (13-0-1, 10 KOs), Jessie Mandapat (9-1-1, 5 KOs) and Vic Pasillas (17-1, 10 KOs).

This groundbreaking evening aims to raise funds and awareness for mental wellness initiatives supporting boxers and the boxing community. In collaboration with Athletes for Hope and the World Boxing Council (WBC), the event will provide ​all competitors participating with one year of free access to therapy through Athletes for Hope.

"My vision was to create a platform that unites powerful voices and resources to change the trajectory of mental health in boxing," said Anthony Girges, Founder of 555 Media Agency & Athlete's Choice Advisory. "This isn't just a night of boxing; it's about recognizing that professional boxers are human and deserve accessible support and resources for their mental wellness. I'm honored to have the support of Athletes for Hope and the WBC, two organizations truly committed to this mission. Together, we're using the power of boxing to shine a light on one of this generation's greatest struggles. I'm grateful to all our partners, especially our anchor sponsor, Alleviate Tax, for helping make this historic night possible."

Tickets are on sale now and available at www.555media.com/tickets. The event will be broadcast live on DAZN at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT, bringing this critical cause to a global audience.​

The main card will feature San Diego's Jonny "Magic" Mansour (4-0, 2 KOs), a rising star with over 50 amateur bouts. Mansour is set to compete in a 6-round, lightweight attraction against 24-year-old Christian Avalos (3-2-2) of Carson City, Nev. Mansour, 24, made his professional debut in May 2024 when he secured a dominant unanimous decision victory over the experienced Anel Dudo in front of his hometown at the Pechanga Arena. As he prepares for his fifth outing in just over a year, Mansour looks to follow up on his impressive first-round knockout victory over Markus Bowes last month.

Born in Los Angeles and fighting out of Redwood City, Calif., Vic Pasillas (17-1, 10 KOs) is set to step inside the squared circle for the first time in 2025. The 33-year-old Pasillas was one of the top amateur boxers as he came up the ranks, earning 25 national amateur titles and 272 victories. Vicious will square up against 36-year-old Carlos Jackson (20-2, 13 KOs) of Atlanta, by way of Anniston, Ala., in an 8-round, featherweight attraction.

Ricardo Ruvalcaba (13-0-1, 10 KOs) of Ventura, Calif., takes on 32-year-old Argentinian Luis Alberto Veron (20-10, 9 KOs) in a high-stakes, 8-round welterweight matchup. Ruvalcaba holds an impressive professional record with 13 victories and 10 knockouts, a KO percentage of nearly 77%. The 24-year-old Ruvalcaba trains out of the world-famous Wild Card Boxing gym in Hollywood under legendary trainer Freddie Roach and has worked alongside stars of the super lightweight division, including Ryan Garcia and Elvis Rodriguez.

Rounding out the initial slate of announced matchups, 26-year-old southpaw Jessie Mandapat (9-1-1, 5 KOs, 2 NC) of Anaheim, Calif., is set for action against 24-year-old Jose Antonio Sampedro (13-2-1, 7 KOs), of Queretaro, Mexico. The two face off in an 8-round attraction in the super bantamweight division.

ADDITIONAL QUOTES FROM EVENT ORGANIZERS AND PARTNERS:​

"Mental health is a top priority for the WBC, and we are proud to support the upcoming event for Mental Health & Boxing to be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Avalon Hollywood. Our proud mental health ambassador, legendary champion Mia St. John, will be present along with special activations in support of this majestic event. Let's all join together and make this a special night."
— Mauricio Sulaiman, President, World Boxing Council (WBC)​

"Mental health is at the forefront of everything that we do at Athletes for Hope. Taking care of our mental health helps us build resilience, maintain healthy relationships, and lead balanced lives. Athletes for Hope and its thousands of athlete members are proud to join 555 Media and Athlete's Choice Advisory to support this important event and the mental health of boxers, and people, from all walks of life."
— Jason Belinkie, CEO, Athletes for Hope​

"After promoting so many of the original "Hollywood Fight Night" boxing shows in Hollywood, I am excited to return to my hometown and promote a special show that focuses on raising awareness to the very often ignored and overlooked aspect of mental health and wellness in the boxing industry. Together with 555 Media, we will continue to build on the long history of star-studded boxing events in Hollywood."
— Steve Bash, Bash Boxing

"In 2014, the WBC and WBC Cares joined with the USA Congressional Mental Health Task Force. We are grateful to Congresswoman Grace Napolitano and Mía St. John for bringing us together. Every May our athletes wear the green ribbon and dedicate their fights in our 176 countries to Mental Health Awareness. Mental Health is the core mission of WBC Cares."
— Jill Diamond, WBC Cares Global Chair

"As the Chief Wellbeing Officer for Athletes for Hope, I believe it's crucial to spotlight the mental health of boxers. Studies indicate that one in four people will struggle with mental health issues each year, and this is often magnified in high-intensity sports like boxing. The physical demands are well-known, but the mental resilience required is often overlooked. It's time we break the silence and ensure boxers have the support they need to thrive both inside and outside the ring."
— Dr. Mena Mirhom, Chief Wellbeing Officer, Athletes for Hope




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