(From left to right) Somerton Parks and Recreation Supervisor Jorge Padilla along with Boxers Juan Rios and Jose Hernandez accept a check from Cocopah Tribal Councilwoman Rosa J. Long. Rios, 15, has had one match thus far. Hernandez, 17, has had four matches, of which he scored two KOs. The boxing club is a local program that builds character, fosters leadership and teaches teenagers healthy exercise habits. This program focuses on the discipline of the sport.
