The second annual Rockford Hero Rumble returns Saturday, November 7, 2026, to Hard Rock Live Rockford as the region’s premier Police vs. Fire charity boxing event. Sanctioned by USA Boxing, the program features regional first responders competing for community pride, boxing belts and a traveling trophy, all while helping to raise funds for the nonprofit Carrie Lynn Children’s Center.Doors open at 6 p.m., and fights start at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale at www.RockfordHeroRumble.com or at the box office at Hard Rockford Casino Rockford. In addition, a limited number of sponsorships remain available, which include a ringside table of 8 with complimentary beer and wine during the event. For sponsorship information, contact [email protected].
Selected by the Rockford Fire and Police Departments as the event’s nonprofit beneficiary for the second-straight year, Carrie Lynn Children’s Center (501(c)(3)) serves Boone and Winnebago Counties as a trusted support system for families grappling with the challenges of child sexual and serious physical abuse.
A co-production of Jimmy Goodman, club director of Rockford Boxing Club, and Plus Seven Company, the Rockford Hero Rumble has evolved into an annual event with the support of the following leading partners: Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana (Hero Sponsor), Premium Roofing Solutions (Champion+ Sponsor), State Representative Dave Vella (Champion/Team Police Sponsor), State Representative Maurice West (Champion/Team Fire Sponsor), Winnebago County State’s Attorney J. Hanley (Champion Sponsor), Rockford Police Department (Founding Partner), Rockford Fire Department (Founding Partner), and Hard Rock Casino Rockford (Founding Partner). Last year, the inaugural event drew more than 1,000 attendees and raised $14,000 for the Carrie Lynn Children's Center.
This year's bout line-up and other event information will be released soon
2026 ROCKFORD HERO RUMBLE SPONSORS
- Hero Sponsor: Winnebago County Sheriff Gary Caruana
- Champion+ Sponsor: Premium Roofing Solutions
- Champion Sponsors: Bucciferro Family McDonald's Century 21 Affiliated – Eric Pritz, City of Loves Park, GreenState Credit Union – Jason Naill, IBEW Local 364, Operating Engineers Local 150, Rockford Police Department, State Representative Dave Vella (Team Police Sponsor), Rockford Fire Department, State Representative Maurice West (Team Fire Sponsor), Teamsters Joint Council 25, WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, Winnebago County, Winnebago County State’s Attorney J. Hanley
- Table Sponsors: Athletico, City of Rockford, Dry Otter Basement and Waterproofing, GAF Contractors, Local 11 Operating Cement Finishers, M3 Insurance, Jen Moyer
- Founding Partners: Rockford Fire Department, Rockford Police Department, Hard Rock Casino Rockford
- Nonprofit Partner: Carrie Lynn Children’s Center
- Media Partners: 104.9 WXRX, 95.3 The Bull, Rock River Current
- Sanctioned By: USA Boxing, USA Boxing-Illinois, Illinois Local Boxing Committee
About Carrie Lynn Children’s Center: Serving Boone and Winnebago Counties, the Center stands as a trusted support system for families grappling with the challenges of child sexual and serious physical abuse. The Carrie Lynn team coordinates investigations, medical care, counseling referrals, legal support and training — all with a focus on the well-being of victims and families so they receive the help and protection necessary to heal and thrive. Visit www.Carrie-Lynn.org for more info.
Event venue
Hard Rock Casino Rockford, 610 N Bell School Rd, Rockford, IL 61107-5202, United States
Tickets
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