Sioux Falls Hosted First Manny Memorial Boxing Show
The inaugural event honored the life and boxing passion of the late Manny Vargas at the downtown YMCA.
Updated on Sept. 27, 2026 in Boxing
The downtown Sioux Falls YMCA hosted the first annual Manny Memorial Show this past Saturday. Dozens of young athletes from across the region gathered for the inaugural matches.
Why it matters
The memorial celebrates the enduring love for boxing held by the late Manny Vargas. His family established Vargas Boxing to organize the event and preserve his memory through the sport.
Dozens of young athletes participated in this 1st annual boxing event. The gathering marks the official start of the memorial series established by the Vargas family.
The players
Manny Vargas
He was a boxing enthusiast whose memory is honored by this annual event and the efforts of his family.
Vargas Boxing
This organization was established by the family of the late Manny Vargas to facilitate boxing events in his honor.
The details
The Vargas family organized the memorial to provide a platform for regional youth to compete in the sport Manny Vargas loved. Athletes and supporters traveled to the city to participate in the matches and honor his legacy.
Timeline
September 26, 2026: The Manny Memorial Show took place.
Season Trajectory
The Manny Memorial Show follows the pattern set by regional youth boxing showcases in providing competitive opportunities for local athletes. This event establishes a new recurring fixture on the local calendar for the city boxing community.
The introduction of this annual memorial provides a consistent platform for regional youth athletes to gain competitive experience. Future iterations will continue to offer boxing opportunities within the Sioux Falls community.
The takeaway
This inaugural memorial successfully honors a life through the cultivation of local athletic talent. The event serves as a new community milestone for young boxers seeking competitive bouts in the region.
What happens next
The Vargas family plans to continue the Manny Memorial Show in future years.
Further reading
Learn more about local combat sports in the Boxing section.
