Portland, the vibrant city on the coast of Maine, is set to host a captivating boxing event that will have fans on the edge of their seats. The Portland Boxing Club is gearing up for its 109th show, featuring a dynamic lineup of both professional and amateur bouts that promise to deliver an unforgettable evening of heart-pounding action.

Witness the Rise of New England's Finest Pugilists

Hometown Heroine Kate Zehr Seeks to Dazzle the Crowd

Kate Zehr, a New York native who now calls South Portland home, is poised to make her Portland debut. Zehr is a force to be reckoned with, boasting an impressive resume that includes 5 New England Golden Gloves championships and a National Golden Gloves Silver Medal. Hailed as one of the best female fighters in the entire New England region, Zehr's journey to the ring has been shaped by her upbringing on a farm, where she grew up alongside two older brothers, instilling in her a natural fighting spirit. "I don't know, I've always been a tough kid, I guess. I grew up on a farm with two older brothers and I don't know, I've just always had a little bit of a fighter in me, I guess. Even though I didn't find it until I was an adult," Zehr reflects, her determination shining through.

Angola's Wade Faria Seeks to Impress on the Big Stage

Joining the lineup is Wade Faria, an Angola native who will be making his second professional fight. Faria is eager to "wow" the crowd and showcase his skills in what he describes as the biggest fight of his career so far. "Very excited. As an amateur, I fought at the Portland Expo a couple times, so it'll be nice to go out there and be a professional," Faria says, his anticipation palpable.

Mainer Casey Streeter Battles for the New England Super Welterweight Championship

The feature match of the evening promises to be a thrilling one, as Mainer Casey Streeter takes on Derrick Whitley Jr. from Holyoke, Massachusetts, for the coveted New England Super Welterweight Championship. Streeter, a local favorite, is coming off back-to-back wins in Portland and is eager to continue his momentum. "Portland has a great fan base. I'm coming off back-to-back wins in Portland so I'm just looking to keep the ball rolling and put on a good show," Streeter declares, his confidence evident.

Streeter's Remarkable Comeback Story Inspires the Crowd

Streeter's boxing journey is one that has been marked by both triumph and adversity. In 2017, a horrific logging accident nearly took his life, putting his career in jeopardy. However, the "comeback kid" has battled his way back into the ring, and now has an even greater appreciation for the sport that was nearly taken away from him. "Oh, absolutely. I kind of take it as a whole new chance to start my career over again, prove to everybody who I am and what I am actually capable of doing and this is my chance," Streeter says, his resilience shining through.As the Portland Expo prepares to host this highly anticipated boxing event, the city's passionate fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to witness the raw power, skill, and determination of these exceptional fighters. From the rising stars to the seasoned veterans, this showcase promises to deliver an unforgettable evening of heart-pounding action that will leave the audience captivated and craving more.