Presented by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office and organized by the Joe Cantada Sports in coordination with the Amateur Boxing Association of the Philippines,
the three-day event has drawn the best and promising boxers all over the country. Admission is free. Expected to grace the event are Mayor Tinga, Vice Mayor George Elias and City Administrator Wilfredo Villar. All participants, trainers and officials are billeted in the first class lodging facilities of the sports center and are being attended to by the sporting Cantada family. Everlast boxing rings, gloves and head gears will be used exclusively during the championships. To be disputed are top honors in the 42kg, 45kg, 48kg, 51kg and 54 kg.