Beyond The Ropes: Eve Bryson Eve Bryson was losing her way somewhat until boxing changed everything. The 19-year-old remembers that troubled teenager. Those early years now inspire her. Bryson is now dreaming of representing Australia at next year's Commonwealth Games and even has thoughts of competing on the Olympic stage in Los Angeles in 2028. … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Eve Bryson
Zoe Gould: “Boxing will definitely always be a part of my life.” Boxing has a never-ending darkness seemingly attached to it. For many reasons, I constantly question my involvement in it. A dirty business that can take so much and give so little back. Recent words from that famed wordsmith Donald McRae are incredibly hard … Continue reading Zoe Gould: “Boxing will definitely always be a part of my life.”
Shona Whitwell: "I am aiming to be a world champion, and undisputed is the ultimate goal." A beyond-difficult 2024 is now behind Shona Whitwell. A year that started with hopes of a golden ticket to Paris and a place on the Olympic podium. It ended somewhat cruelly for her. A situation that could and should … Continue reading Shona Whitwell: “I am aiming to be a world champion, and undisputed is the ultimate goal.”
Beyond The Ropes: Charlie Sutton It was perhaps always inevitable that the Bristol-born Charlie Sutton would find her way into some kind of career in a fighting environment. There were brief flirtations in the world of dance. But her calling lay elsewhere. "I started off with kickboxing when I was 4 years old," Sutton told … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Charlie Sutton
Edith Buna Rogers: "Boxing gave me the confidence that I have now." I have been lucky to tell many great stories over the last ten years. To shine a light on the endless inspiring women behind those stories. Edith Buna Rogers is another to add to that ever-increasing list. The struggles of her life have … Continue reading Edith Buna Rogers: “Boxing gave me the confidence that I have now.”
Taylah Gentzen: “A world title isn’t just a dream. It’s the mission.” The story may differ, but boxing always seems to find a way in when it is most needed. Taylah Gentzen was perhaps in desperate need of the Noble Art when boxing came into her life. A toxic relationship had left her on the … Continue reading Taylah Gentzen: “A world title isn’t just a dream. It’s the mission.”
Lekeisha Pergoliti: "I don’t box for the money; I box because I love it." Lekeisha Pergoliti once played football and baseball. A broken ankle when she was 14 prompted a move to boxing. Pergoliti is now a National Champion and dreaming of going to the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Born in Bunbury, Western Australia, … Continue reading Lekeisha Pergoliti: “I don’t box for the money; I box because I love it.”
Emma Dolan: “Once I get through Lauren, I want to be fighting for a world title this year. That’s my goal." By Garry White “They’re very clever at what they do, aren’t they?” remarks Emma Dolan of the movers and shakers outside of the ropes in boxing. But for clarity, these words are not meant … Continue reading Emma Dolan: “Once I get through Lauren, I want to be fighting for a world title this year. That’s my goal.”
Mae Astbury: "It was an unforgettable night that has marked the beginning of my journey in professional boxing." In many ways, it was a long time coming. A seemingly never-ending process to get a British Boxing Board of Control licence. It took time. Too much time, in truth. But Mae Astbury kept the faith, and … Continue reading Mae Astbury: “It was an unforgettable night that has marked the beginning of my journey in professional boxing.”
Beyond The Ropes: Aoibhe Carabine The 23-year-old Aoibhe Carabine had a spell playing Gaelic football when she was just 8. Not long after, boxing came into her life. Two years later, Carabine was an Irish champion. She has now won eleven National titles. Carabine was born in a small village called Bangor Erris in County … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Aoibhe Carabine
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