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LOWELL — Week 3 of the 79th annual Golden Gloves is a special one.
As part of First Responders Night, presented by health benefits company Wellpoint, Thursday’s event will feature a special bout between Jonathan Rivera of the Lowell Police Department and Christopher Loftus of Massachusetts State Police.
The action begins at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. The Gloves, a nine-week tradition in the Mill City, will conclude March 5 when fights will determine the New England team which will compete at nationals. The 2026 National Golden Gloves Tournament of Champions will be held in Tulsa, Okla., at the Cox Business Center from May 11-16.
On Thursday, the firefighters, police officers, EMTs and emergency personnel who keep local communities safe will be honored. Wellpoint will host a private reception for first responders before the first bout.
The Golden Gloves, presented by Lowell Sun Charities, is one of New England’s longest-standing traditions and showcases the region’s top amateur boxers as they compete for prestigious titles in the ring.
Several local community champions will be recognized in the ring at 7:30 p.m., including an EMT from PrideStar Trinity EMS, police officers from the Lowell Police Department and firefighters from the Lowell Fire Department. These honorees exemplify exceptional dedication to public service and positive community impact.
“First responders are the backbone of our communities, and as a health benefits company serving state and municipal employees, we are committed to supporting their health and well-being,” said David Morales, general manager of Wellpoint. “We are proud to sponsor the First Responder Reception, and honor the brave men and women who keep us safe every day.”
The Lowell Sun Charities organization was established in 1947 to respond to the ever-increasing challenges of the community.
The Lowell Memorial Auditorium, which opened in 1922, is one of the top boxing venues in New England. The building, located near the Concord and Merrimack rivers, has a capacity of 2,800.
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