Hawaiʻi police host a free, youth boxing face-off in Waimea this Saturday

The Hawaiʻi Island Police Activities League is hosting its annual Youth Boxing Face Off event Saturday to connect with youth and the community in South Kohala. at the Thelma Parker Gym in Waimea.

The Hawaiʻi Island Police Activities League (HI-PAL) helps organize events geared toward keiki as a way to bridge gaps between the community and the police. Police officers can interact with youth in various activities and act as mentors.

The positive connection with the youth helps encourage teamwork, citizenship, responsibility, and builds trust among young people living across the island.

Last year, HI-PAL hosted a successful boxing event in Kona and wanted to bring it back to the community in Waimea this year.

The family-friendly event is free to the public with bouts beginning at 3 p.m. at the Thelma Parker Gym in Waimea. Concessions will be available on-site.

For any additional questions about the event, email Officer Kuilei Dela Cruz at kuilee.delacruz@hawaiicounty.gov, or call the Hawaiʻi Police Department’s South Kohala Community Policing Section at 808-887-3080.