Meet Jaice Bent (March 2026)

LaTijera 8th grader Jaice Bent is fighting for a better future! His teacher describes him as an exceptional student whose curiosity, work ethic, and positive attitude consistently set him apart from his peers. Jaice aspires to become a professional boxer, but would also like to become a software engineer that builds computers and computer programs. His dream colleges are Yale, Harvard, or Stanford, where he wants to study engineering. Jaice has been boxing since age 3 and has been trained by his father who is a former boxer and professional trainer. Jaice has participated in boxing tournaments since age 7, and is currently undefeated in his weight category (junior lightweight)! Jaice says that being able to protect his future wife and family motivates him to become a boxer, not only the fame and fortune that can come with a successful boxing career.