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The next generation of UCA titleholders will be listed here as belts change hands.
What is UCA
The national governing body for public-safety combat sports.
United Combat Association unites Battle of the Badges events across the country under one sanctioning body. Standardized rules. Medical oversight. Real records. Real belts. Every fight raises money for the families of the fallen.
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Upcoming Battle of the Badges dates will appear here once host departments confirm venues.
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Frequently asked questions
- Battle of the Badges is the national boxing and MMA fight series exclusively for active and retired police officers, firefighters, EMS, corrections officers, military, and federal agents. Every event is sanctioned by the United Combat Association (UCA), the sport's governing body.
- The United Combat Association (UCA) is the national governing body for public-safety combat sports. UCA sanctions events, licenses fighters and officials, publishes official rankings, and awards championship titles across weight classes for first responders.
- Any active or retired public-safety professional — police, fire, EMS, corrections, military, or federal law enforcement — who passes UCA's medical, background, and eligibility review may apply to compete.
- UCA events are held in cities across the country and are broadcast to a national audience. See the Events page for upcoming cards, tickets, and streaming links.
- Complete the fighter registration form on the site. You'll be asked for your department, years of service, weight class, and experience level; UCA staff review every application before assignment to a card.