Big Dawg 13 for Stockton fans

Getting to Bakersfield from Stockton

Stockton fans have a two-hour drive down 99 toward Fresno, and most Stockton groups make a day of it.

Boxing in Stockton is generational. The city has produced champions across decades and the gyms carry that expectation, which shows up in the San Joaquin County fighters we look at, technically sharp, aggressive early and comfortable in a hostile room.

Fight-night essentials

• 18+ with valid photo ID, no exceptions.
• Clear-bag policy at every arena we promote in.
• Tickets are digital, screenshots are not accepted at the gate.
• Merch tables open when doors open and sell out most nights.

Who's fighting

• Tank Whitfield vs. Emeka KaluHeavyweight, Title fight
• Sammy Vega vs. Luke HardinCruiserweight
• Nico Arreola vs. Dre WattsFeatherweight

Stockton fan questions

How far is Big Dawg 13 from Stockton?

Rabobank Arena, Bakersfield is 2 hr from fresno from Stockton, roughly 128 miles. Doors open at 5:30 PM and first bell is 6:15 PM.

Does Big Dawg hold events in Stockton?

No. Fresno is our only location, about two hours south of Stockton on Highway 99.

Does Big Dawg look at fighters out of Stockton gyms?

Regularly. San Joaquin County has one of the deepest amateur pools in the state, and those fighters tend to arrive technically sharper than average.

How do Stockton fighters handle camp?

They train in Fresno on a compressed weekly schedule, with film review handled remotely between in-person days.