Lightweight Prospect Agrees Long-Term Deal With Top Rank

21-year-old Kansas phenom Alan Garcia (11-0, 9 KOs) has inked a long-term promotional contract with Top Rank and will appear on the Oscar Valdez vs. Liam Wilson undercard on March 29 in Glendale, Arizona, LIVE on ESPN+.

Alan Garcia Commits Long-Term Future to Top Rank

Alan Garcia Realises a Dream

The Ulysses native has previously appeared on two Top Rank cards and will return on Friday, March 29 at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Garcia currently lives and trains in Los Angeles and is trained and managed by Gloria Alvardo. Speaking about his newest recruit – Bob Arum said: “Alan Garcia is a sensational young talent with world championship potential.” He continued:  “He has everything it takes, in and out of the ring, to be a superstar in the sport.”

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Garcia was full of excitement regarding the deal: “It is a dream come true to sign with Bob Arum and Top Rank. They have developed countless legendary fighters. I trust that Brad Goodman will get me the right fights, and I will work tirelessly to become Top Rank’s next world champion. I can’t wait to fight March 29 and continue my march towards a world title.”

Garcia Boxing Journey Recapped

“Kid Kansas” started his boxing journey at seven years old in Kansas and became one of the top teenage American amateurs. The Ulysses native won silver medals at the 2016 and 2017 U.S. Junior Olympics and collected a 2018 Junior Golden Gloves title.

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The prospect turned pro in September 2020 and raced to a 4-0 record while fighting in Mexico before beginning his American journey in 2022. Following a comfortable points win over Nelson Hampton and an impressive first-round body shot knockout over Tomas Ornelas – attention now turns to his debut with Top Rank.