On April 18, 2026, San Diego’s boxing spotlight returns home. Two of the city’s most promising professional fighters, Julius Ballo and Jonny Mansour, will headline the inaugural SD Fight Night at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside.
Billed as SD Fight Night Family Business, the event launches a new boxing series designed to bring consistent, high-level professional fights back to San Diego County. More than a single card, this is the foundation of what could become Southern California’s next premier fight platform.
Event Details
Event
SD Fight Night Family Business
Date
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Venue
Frontwave Arena, Oceanside, California
Promoters
Frontwave Arena and G2G Promotions
Tickets
On sale Wednesday, February 25
Presale currently available via AXS
Broadcast details and additional bouts will be announced soon.
Opened in September 2024, Frontwave Arena has quickly established itself as a premier destination for sports and entertainment in North County San Diego. The 7,500-seat venue offers luxury suites, VIP viewing decks, exclusive lounges, and an expansive outdoor plaza, creating a premium yet intimate fight-night atmosphere.
Julius Ballo
A Decorated Amateur Turned Professional Contender
Ballo’s boxing story began under the guidance of his father, Yasir “Jack” Ballo. A graduate of Granite Hills High School, he built one of the most impressive amateur résumés in recent U.S. boxing history.
His achievements include:
Youth Pan American Games gold medal
Three national titles under USA Boxing
2024 championship at the National Golden Gloves
After narrowly missing qualification for the 2024 Olympic Games, Ballo made the decision to turn professional in July 2025. He debuted at Madison Square Garden, earning a unanimous decision victory and announcing his arrival on the pro stage. He followed with a dominant six-round performance in Los Angeles later that year, drawing growing attention from boxing insiders nationwide.
Now, for the first time as a professional, Ballo will fight in front of his hometown crowd. For him, April 18 is not just another bout. It is a statement.
Jonny Mansour
Undefeated and Building Momentum
Mansour’s path mirrors Ballo’s in both discipline and ambition. Born and raised in San Diego, he began boxing at eight years old and went on to compile more than 140 amateur victories.
His amateur highlights include:
National Golden Gloves Champion
Top-ranked lightweight for Team USA
Olympic alternate during the 2020 Olympic cycle
Since turning professional in 2024, Mansour has remained undefeated through six bouts, including two knockouts. Known for his speed, ring IQ, and evolving power, the 25-year-old lightweight is widely viewed as one of the division’s emerging names to watch.
A graduate of Granite Hills High School in El Cajon, Mansour balanced international competition with business and finance studies at San Diego State University’s Fowler College of Business. His discipline outside the ring reflects the composure he brings inside it.
Headlining in San Diego carries deep personal meaning for Mansour. The community that supported his rise will now witness his next chapter firsthand.
The Vision Behind SD Fight Night
San Diego has long produced world-class fighters, yet it has lacked a consistent professional boxing stage in recent years. SD Fight Night aims to change that narrative.
Co-promoted by G2G Promotions, founded by Ballo and Mansour, the series is built by fighters who understand the sport from the inside. Their goal is to deliver competitive matchups, elevate local talent, and create memorable experiences for fans across generations.
Frontwave Arena’s leadership has made clear its intention to establish the venue as a long-term home for professional boxing in Southern California. The partnership signals more than a single event. It represents an investment in rebuilding San Diego’s boxing identity.
A New Era for Oceanside and San Diego
Located in Oceanside, Frontwave Arena has already become a gathering place for major sporting events and entertainment acts. Boxing adds another dimension to its growing portfolio.
The venue’s design allows fans to feel close to the action while enjoying elevated hospitality options. The result is an experience that blends sport and lifestyle, aligning perfectly with the region’s evolving cultural landscape.
For San Diego, April 18 is about more than two undefeated prospects. It is about restoring a proud fight tradition. It is about giving local athletes a home stage. It is about community.
What Comes Next
As additional fights and broadcast details are announced, anticipation will continue to build. Tickets officially go on sale February 25, with presale underway now at AXS.com. Broadcast details and additional fights will be announced shortly.
If SD Fight Night Family Business delivers as expected, April 18, 2026, will mark the beginning of a new chapter in San Diego boxing.
Two cousins. One arena. One city ready to rally behind its own.
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