2025 Florida PAL State Boxing Championships

November 7 - 9, 2025

Hosted by the Putnam County Sheriff's Office Police Athletic League and the State of Florida Police Athletic League.

Come join us for this amazing event located in beautiful Palatka, Florida to watch some of the BEST amateur boxers in the nation, during the BIGGEST Amateur Boxing tournament in the STATE!

VENUE: Fred P. Green Gymnasium, 1100 South 18th Street, Palatka, Florida 32177 on the Campus of the C. L. Overturf District Center.

* Live DJ JEB and featuring an AMAZING MC announcing the event!

* Hot Food and Cold refreshments will be available. Come for our amazing smoked brisket! The brisket alone is enough to make the drive!

* Spectator tickets available at the venue OR during the boxer registration. Tickets are $25. for General Admission. You can purchase a two-day event ticket at a discounted price of $45. Youth under 12 are $15. Youth 2 day tickets are $25. SKIP THE LINE: Tickets can be purchased on Friday night at the venue during registration.

BOXERS and COACHES

* This is a USA Boxing Sanctioned Event. You must be a current member of USA Boxing in order to compete.

* Open Class boxers must have a minimum of 5 recorded bouts in their passbook. Uncontested and walkover bouts will not count.

* Novice boxers cannot have more than 10 recorded bouts in their passbook. Uncontested and walkover bouts will not count.

* ALL PASSBOOKS WILL BE VERIFIED. You may choose to go open with less than 10 bouts, if you have at least 5 recorded bouts in your passbooks. There are no refunds for walk-overs or no shows.

* MATCH MAKING ON EXPERIENCE: Coaches’ discretion and common sense are used when considering experience, with the official in charge providing final match approval.

* Weigh-Ins - 7am Saturday and Sunday at the Venue. Scales open at 6:30 am each day. DOCTOR AT WEIGH IN. The location for this meeting is near the Cafeteria which at the back of the C. L. Overturf District Center venue, Building 6. The address is 951 Moseley Avenue, Palatka, Florida 32177. We will be in building 3, Rooms 4 and 6.

* Gates open at 11am, boxing starts at noon.

*Hotels: YOU MUST MENTION PAL BOXING FOR THIS DISCOUNTED RATE !

* Host Hotel: Quality Inn & Suites Riverfront - 201 North First Street, Palatka, FL overlooking the beautiful St. Johns River. Accommodations include Pool, Dock and Hot Buffet overlooking the river, Fitness Center and Restaurant in hotel. Reservations: www.qualityinn.com, 386-328-3481. Less than 5 miles from venue. $119 a night reduced rate, plus tax. Online: www.qualityinn.com

* Overflow Hotels:

Best Western Inn of Palatka - 119 US Hwy 17, East Palatka, Florida. Reservations: 386-325-7800, Online: www. bestwestern.com. $100 a night reduced rate, plus tax through October 31st only. Accommodations include: Hot Breakfast, Pool, Fitness Center and Spa. Less than 5 miles from venue.

Crystal Cove Riverfront Resort & Suites Palatka - 133 Crystal Cove Riverfront Resort Drive, Palatka, Florida. Marina with Bar & Restaurant, Waterfront Pool, Continental Breakfast and Laundromat. Discounted to $110 outside and $125 inside per night plus tax. Reservations call: 386-325-1055. Online: www.crystalcoveresortfl.com

* First 100 Boxers to pre-register receive a surprise GIFT!

* Beautiful Team Trophy!

* Trophy for Outstanding Male Boxer.

* Trophy for Outstanding Female Boxer.

* Winners will receive a beautiful custom designed varsity letterman jacket! (You must compete to receive.)

* All runners-up and walkovers will receive a medal.

**REGISTRATION FOR BOXERS ENDS NOVEMBER 4TH @ MIDNIGHT, OR ONCE THE EVENT IS SOLD OUT, which could be sooner. Tickets are ONLY available through EVENTBRITE. We are NOT accepting any walk up registrations at this time. We are capping the event to the first 280 boxers to register. No pre-matches and NO Non-Tournament Bouts! Tournament Bouts only!

USA BOXING PASSBOOKS, for all boxers and coaches MUST BE delivered to the VENUE on FRIDAY NOVEMBER 7th between 4PM and 9PM. The location for this meeting is the Cafeteria of the C. L. Overturf District Center venue. The address is 951 Moseley Avenue, Palatka, Florida 32177.

** If an Athlete needs to change their weight class you can do so through November 4, 2025 by emailing Faustino Garcia at [email protected].

Email must include: the athlete's name, USA Boxing member ID number, and their birth date. You must also include the Eventbrite Order Number.

**** To register a Boxer or update a passbook, visit: www.usaboxing.com ***

MEDICAL RESPONSE UPDATE

All boxers, coaches, officials, staff and spectators assume all risks when attending or competing in this event.

Hand Sanitizer Stations will be available inside the venue. We encourage you to sanitize your hands frequently throughout the event.

FAQs

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

For questions or additional information, call the Putnam County Sheriff's Office Police Athletic League's: Athletic Director Faustino Garcia. Office Phone: 386-329-0647 / cell 386-983-1698, Email: [email protected]

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Please bring your printed ticket or copy on your mobile phone.

What's the refund policy?

No Refunds are allowed.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Parking is free at the venue, with ample parking available. Handicapped Parking marked and available, but is limited.

Are we allowed to bring food into the Venue?

No. Outside coolers and food are not permitted.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

No. Come one, come all! Family friendly event and environment.

What can I bring into the event?

Bring your "A" game and personal cheerleaders!

Please Note: No pre-matches and NO Non-Tournament Bouts! Tournament Bouts only!

This event is partially funded by a grant from the Putnam County Tourist Development Council.

Host or Publisher Putnam County Sheriff's Office Police Athletic League