{"id":180328,"date":"2026-04-11T17:36:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T23:36:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wbcboxing.com\/wbc-cares-ilumina-puebla-con-sus-campeonas-y-embajadores\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T20:39:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T02:39:01","slug":"wbc-cares-lights-up-puebla-with-champions-and-ambassadors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wbcboxing.com\/en\/wbc-cares-lights-up-puebla-with-champions-and-ambassadors\/","title":{"rendered":"WBC Cares Lights Up Puebla with Champions and Ambassadors"},"content":{"rendered":"

WBC Cares Lights Up Puebla with Champions and Ambassadors<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u200bOn Saturday, April 11, the spirit of WBC Cares arrived at the Magn\u00edfico Boxing Gym in the heart of Puebla, delivering a powerful message of hope, dedication and perseverance to the local youth.<\/p>\n

\u200bThe event featured a distinguished head table led by the reigning WBC world Champion and Puebla native, Gabriela \u201cBonita\u201d S\u00e1nchez. She was joined by legendary former world champion Guadalupe Mart\u00ednez, the veteran \u201cZurdo\u201d Galicia, WBC Cares ambassadors Beka Romero and Josejas, alongside the gym\u2019s host and director, Hugo Anaya.<\/p>\n

\u200bInspiration in the Ring of Life<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u200bAddressing an audience of over 70 children and teenagers, \u201cBonita\u201d S\u00e1nchez opened the session by sharing her origins:
\n\u200b”I started boxing at a very young age by chance. After an incident where I was attacked, I found the motivation to train. I overcame difficult times during my adolescence, always keeping my focus on moving forward. I reached my goal of becoming a world champion and making history. Today, I tell you: never give up; you are capable of achieving everything you set your mind to.”<\/p>\n

\u200bIn her turn, Beka Romero, representing the KO al Bullying (KO Bullying) program, delivered a dynamic talk focused on transforming young lives through sporting values. Under the premise that true “Champions of Life” are those who protect and respect others rather than intimidate them, Beka reaffirmed the WBC\u2019s commitment to eradicating youth violence.
\n\u200bThe great Lupita Mart\u00ednez moved the attendees by recounting her journey to the pinnacle of world boxing. With the same tenacity that defined her in the ring, she advised the young athletes to remain resilient in the face of any adversity to conquer their dreams.Boxing as a Vehicle for Transformation.<\/p>\n

\u200bTo conclude the remarks, Josejas reaffirmed the mission of using boxing as a tool for healing and empowerment. The influential activist highlighted the organization’s social impact and how the vision of Don Jos\u00e9 Sulaim\u00e1n, carried forward by Mauricio Sulaim\u00e1n, has kept the “Green and Gold” as a beacon of direct support for boxers and the community.<\/p>\n

\u200bAn Unforgettable Finale: A Ring of a Different Kind!<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u200bThe event culminated in a moment of deep emotion. In the presence of the champions and the WBC family, trainer Hugo Anaya surprised everyone by proposing to his girlfriend, Liz. Amidst applause and tears of joy, the WBC ambassadors witnessed the beginning of this new chapter in the couple\u2019s life.<\/p>\n

\u200bAbout Magn\u00edfico Boxing Gym<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u200bWith nearly a decade of history, Magn\u00edfico Boxing Gym is a pillar of the Puebla community. It is currently part of the government program “Boxeando por la Paz” (Boxing for Peace), serving more than 80 students and promoting sport as a healthy alternative.<\/p>\n

\u200bThe WBC takes immense pride in its ambassadors and extends its warmest congratulations to Hugo and Liz, wishing them a future filled with success and unity.<\/p>\n

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