Gary Salazar

Gary Salazar smiles as he lifts his gloves after winning in one round (1:27) against Christian Gonzalez during the Fight For Water boxing event held in Lemoore, Calif. Saturday, November 9, 2013. It was Salazar's professional debut. ERIC PAUL ZAMORA …

The 2013 Independence Cup opened competition on Monday and two U.S. boxers kicked off the tournament with first round victories in Santiago, Dominican Republic. Bantamweight Gary Salazar (Fresno, Calif.), lightweight Kenneth Sims, Jr. (Chicago, Ill.),…

By Bryant-Jon Anteola / The Fresno Bee Fresno amateur boxer Gary Salazar repeats that to himself almost daily as part of his routine to stay focused,…

There will be a celebration today to honor the accomplishment of Fresno amateur boxer Gary Salazar, who won the 2010 US National Junior Olympic Championship…