(MAY 30) -TOPPENISH, WA – Women’s boxing takes center stage in the Pacific Northwest on Friday, June 12, as Natasha Spence and Maricela Cornejo square off in a highly anticipated 10-round rematch for the vacant World Boxing Association (WBA) International Middleweight Championship title.

Hosted at the Legends Casino Hotel Event Center on the grounds of the Yakama Nation in Toppenish, Washington, this championship bout headlines a six-fight card promoted by Roy Jones Jr. (RJJ) Boxing.

Spence and Cornejo first fought  at Legends Casino Hotel last August 12, 2025,  for the WBA Inter-Continental Middleweight title.
In that bout, Spence won by a  unanimous decision with scores of 59-55, 59-55, and 60-54. Cornejo returns seeking redemption from their first bout.  Spence aims to claim the prestigious WBA International title.

The event is sponsored by RJJ Saving the Kids, an innovative global child abduction charity operating under the powerful slogan, “What are we fighting for? One punch saves a child’s life.  ”RJJ Saving the Kids is dedicated to rescuing abducted children and dismantling human trafficking networks worldwide.

The foundation was established by an influential group of co-founders, each sharing a deeply personal connection to the cause of child protection:  Roy Jones Jr. – Boxing legend, multi-division world champion, and promotional powerhouse.  Jackie Siegel – Philanthropist, star of The Queen of Versailles, and wife of the late Westgate Resorts mogul David Siegel.  Johnny Damon – Former MLB superstar and World Series Champion with both the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees.  Darrell Choates – Founder of "Safe Smart City," an advanced metropolitan data and camera network engineered to locate child traffickers and streamline urban infrastructure.  Ada Banfill – Managing Member and strategic director of the charity entity. 

"We are giving boxing a new meaning," said co-founder Roy Jones Jr. Leading the corporate responsibility and community mobilization effort alongside the charity is Flatirons Church, a prominent non-profit organization partnering directly to advance the mission of rescuing children and supporting vulnerable families.  The undercard features two powerhouse heavyweight bouts alongside matchups highlighting top local boxing talent from across the region.

Doors at the Legends Casino Hotel Event Center open at 6:00 PM PT, with the first bell scheduled for 7:00 PM PT (10:00 PM ET).

Tickets are priced affordably at $50, $60, and $70. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Legends Casino Hotel Gift Shop or online via Ticketmaster.

Media credential requests and interview inquiries should be directed to the RJJ Boxing promotional office.  About RJJ Boxing RJJ Boxing is a premier tactical boxing promotional company founded by legendary pound-for-pound champion Roy Jones Jr., dedicated to elevating rising contenders, hosting world-class championship events, and integrating global charitable initiatives into live sports entertainment.   About RJJ Saving the KidsRJJ Saving the Kids is a global non-profit organization utilizing advanced metropolitan technology, corporate strategic alliances, and public advocacy to dismantle human trafficking syndicates and safely recover abducted children globally.

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