Media Credentials Open for Upcoming Boxing Tournaments

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USA Boxing is excited to announce that media credential applications are now being accepted for two significant events scheduled to take place in December 2026. The 2026 USA Boxing National Championships and the inaugural 2026 Professional Pathway Tournament will be held from December 5 to 13 at the CAJUNDOME in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Media representatives interested in covering these events should fill out the media credential form provided by USA Boxing. However, please note that submitting an application does not automatically guarantee approval of the credential.

Application Process and Deadlines

Every media crew member and organization must submit a separate application. The deadline for all submissions is set for 5 p.m. ET on Monday, November 30, 2026. USA Boxing will review each application to ensure it meets predetermined criteria before granting approval.

Event Schedule and Participation

The National Championships will feature daily bouts from Monday through Thursday, offering two sessions each day at noon and 6 p.m. CT. On Friday and Saturday, there will be a single session starting at noon CT. This championship is open to both male and female participants across various categories, including Bantam, Intermediate, Junior, Youth, and Elite. It marks a significant event on the USA Boxing calendar, with this being the fifth national event for USA Boxing members.

If you're looking for more details about the tournament and its structure, you can visit the dedicated page on the USA Boxing website for the National Championships.

Introducing the Professional Pathway Tournament

The Professional Pathway Tournament is set to occur alongside the National Championships. This unique event will allow boxers to compete against peers within Olympic-style rules, exclusively featuring Professional Pathway athletes. The winner of each Olympic weight class will receive an invitation to the 2027 Elite Team Evaluation & Selection Camp held in Colorado Springs in early 2027.

This new pathway is designed to integrate professional boxers into the hierarchy of USA Boxing’s competitive structure while adhering to the guidelines established by various governing bodies, including the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Ongoing Support for Amateur Boxers

Despite the addition of the Professional Pathway Tournament, the traditional route for amateur boxers to join the High Performance Team and Squad remains unchanged. Current athletes will continue their journey through the Elite National Championships and will follow established selection procedures.

USA Boxing is dedicated to enhancing the potential of American boxers, aiming to secure top podium finishes at international competitions. For answers to any inquiries regarding the Professional Pathway or the upcoming championships, media representatives are encouraged to reach out to Luke Santangelo at [email protected].