Ruben Manrajos of Tomorrow’s Champions Boxing Club prepares for his heavyweight bout vs. Iosefa Esera, headlining at Caldwell Fight Night 3, opening up about training, family, and fighting in front of his community.
Heavyweight boxing is back in the Treasure Valley spotlight. Caldwell Fight Night 3 brings a stacked lineup of fighters, and one bout has fans buzzing: Ruben Manrajos (0-0-1) of Tomorrow’s Champions Boxing Club takes on Portland’s Iosefa Esera (2-1) in a high-stakes heavyweight clash. With Manrajos looking to shake off ring rust and prove himself on home turf, this matchup has all the ingredients for fireworks.
In this episode, we explore the mindset, preparation, and personal story behind a rising fighter on the Idaho boxing scene. What does it take to transition from lessons learned in the amateurs to stepping into the pro spotlight in front of your community?
Welcome to The Gordie Tamayo Show, brought to you by Boise Beat. I sit down with Ruben Manrajos to talk about his preparation for Caldwell Fight Night 3, his boxing journey, and why this fight could define his early professional career.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
- Power vs. Speed: Why Ruben is focusing on raw power instead of speed heading into this bout.
- Lessons from a Draw: How his debut fight taught him about nerves, ring rust, and mental toughness.
- Family & Community: The deep role his father, coaches, and hometown support system play in his journey.
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About the Guest
Ruben Manrajos is a professional heavyweight boxer representing Tomorrow’s Champions Boxing Club. A native of Ontario, Oregon, he grew up boxing under the influence of his father and older brother. Known for his movement, straight right hand, and relentless work ethic, Ruben enters Caldwell Fight Night 3 eager to secure his first pro victory.
This event is sponsored by: Rodriguez Tortillas, Jiffy Lube, Radix Construction, Premier Mortgage Resources, Essink Real Estate, Mark Freemyer Family Insurance, and powered by Digital Unicorn.
