Southie’s Throwing Punches for St. Patrick’s Day! Peter Welch’s Gym Boxing Tournament

Looking for a way to get your adrenaline pumping this St. Patrick’s Day season? Peter Welch’s Gym is bringing back its 2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Boxing Tournament on Saturday, March 8th and Saturday, March 15, 2025—and it’s shaping up to be a knockout event!
Expect two full days of amateur boxing action featuring some of the best up-and-coming fighters from around New England. The event runs from 1pm – 4pm – doors open at 12pm, giving you plenty of time to catch some hard-hitting matchups. Tickets are $29, and you can grab yours now on Eventbrite here for Saturday, March 8th and here for Saturday, March 15th.
Peter Welch’s Gym has long been a staple in the Southie boxing scene, known for its tough training and no-nonsense approach to the sport. This tournament is a chance to celebrate local talent, community spirit, and, of course, Southie’s favorite holiday.

Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.
Love this photo of my brother, Martin Mullen on the right and Scott Malone (i think) on the left.
No way! It’s the best picture ever!