Jose Caraballo wants to find a way to keep amateur boxers busy and interested in pursuing the sport. The owner of the Ray Schafer Boxing Association in Sharpsburg is hoping his September event will provide another chance to give amateurs experience in the ring.
The organization is planning to host “Round 4 Fight Night” on Sept. 13 at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Fox Chapel near RIDC Park. There will be a number of amateur fights in various age groups and weight divisions.
The idea is that the winners from Round 4 will meet the winners from a planned Round 5 event for an “undisputed belt.” Caraballo said the Round 5 event will be held within 60 days of Round 4…