As the summer heats up, so does CES Boxing with the signing of four sizzling young boxers just in time for 'Summer Heat 2025' on July 19th at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. Joining the CES Boxing roster are junior welterweight Jacob "Lefty"Marrero (9-0, 7 KOs) from Bridgeport, CT; lightweight Gianni Liguori (2-0-1, 2 KOs) from Branford, CT; junior middleweight Tyler Macari of Cranston, Rhode Island; and light heavyweight Ayowole Tom Jones of Providence, RI.  The signings highlight CES Boxing’s continued commitment to developing the future global stars from New England. 

 

The fast and explosive Marrero faces his toughest opponent yet on July 19th in Hartford-based Puerto Rican Alberto Mercado (17-7-1, 4 KOs). Marrero returned to the ring in 2024 after a five year hiatus, and has scored four knockouts over the course of five straight wins. 

 

The charismatic Liguori looks to stay unbeaten against the tough-as-nails Anthony Mora (6-3-1, 4 KOs) of New Britain, CT.  The event also marks the professional debut of two rising stars: Jones in a light heavyweight clash against Jhony Dos Santos (0-2)of Winchester, Massachusetts, and Macari in a junior middleweight contest against Arizona's Kevin Spraags (2-5). 

 

“These are the kinds of young men who represent the future of CES Boxing,” said its Founder and President, Jimmy Burchfield, Sr.  “They are hungry, fearless, and proud to represent their communities every time they step into the ring.  We’re thrilled to welcome them to the CES family and can’t wait to showcase their talent on July 19th at one of the best arenas in the world.” 

 

Tickets for 'Summer Heat 2025' at Mohegan Sun Arena on July 19 are available for purchase at cesfights.com, Ticketmaster and the Mohegan Sun Box Office.