Crystal Chambers: "I want a belt and the respect that would come with that belt." I last spoke to Crystal Chambers six months ago. It was, in many ways, a blank canvas. I knew little about her. But as we connected over Zoom, a quite wonderful inspiring, if heartbreaking story soon unfolded. In memory of … Continue reading Crystal Chambers: “I want a belt and the respect that would come with that belt.”
Mikaela Mayer: "I'm definitely fighting in March, so we are going to get something done. But it won't be in the UK." It was a year that started with frustration and more for Mikaela Mayer. A visit to Liverpool in January to challenge Natasha Jonas for her IBF world welterweight title ended in disappointment. An … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “I’m definitely fighting in March, so we are going to get something done. But it won’t be in the UK.”
Lauren Parker: "To earn a shot at the British Title against Emma Dolan on a Boxxer show feels like the ultimate reward for all my hard work and determination." "As the mandatory challenger for the British title, the opportunity to box at the Royal Albert Hall on the undercard of the highly-anticipated showdown between Lauren … Continue reading Lauren Parker: “To earn a shot at the British Title against Emma Dolan on a Boxxer show feels like the ultimate reward for all my hard work and determination.”
Caitlyn Wise: "I want to make a name for myself and show everyone what I have got. I want all my hard work and dedication to pay off and show it wasn't all for nothing." Caitlyn Wise was one of six female fighters who went over to Colorado Springs in October for the U19 World Championships. … Continue reading Caitlyn Wise: “I want to make a name for myself and show everyone what I have got. I want all my hard work and dedication to pay off and show it wasn’t all for nothing.”
Alice Pumphrey: "I want an Olympic gold medal. That's the dream now. I then want to turn professional and be undisputed at four different weights. That's the end goal. I just can't wait for what the future holds." Alice Pumphrey is only 18. But she is no ordinary teenager. Impressive beyond her years. She is … Continue reading Alice Pumphrey: “I want an Olympic gold medal. That’s the dream now. I then want to turn professional and be undisputed at four different weights. That’s the end goal. I just can’t wait for what the future holds.”
Natasha Jonas: "After Habazin, it will be Lauren Price, and then I want Katie Taylor or Mikaela Mayer, and then I am done." You would think after Natasha Jonas edged past Mikaela Mayer in January, it would be the start of a long glorious goodbye. The final year in a sport that she has graced … Continue reading Natasha Jonas: “After Habazin, it will be Lauren Price, and then I want Katie Taylor or Mikaela Mayer, and then I am done.”
Emma Dolan: “I might not be the most glamorous person or posting on Instagram 24/7 – but the quality is there in my boxing. If I just keep on chipping away, then I have to get noticed." By Garry WhiteEmma Dolan is seeking to take inspiration from Liam Cameron’s Lazarus-like return to boxing prominence. The … Continue reading Emma Dolan: “I might not be the most glamorous person or posting on Instagram 24/7 – but the quality is there in my boxing. If I just keep on chipping away, then I have to get noticed.”
Mia Holland: "Boxing makes you challenge yourself. I like to push myself and achieve things, and boxing allows me to do that." "It was a great experience. I hadn't been in the ring for over a year. My last amateur fight was last year, so it's been a while since I have stepped into the … Continue reading Mia Holland: “Boxing makes you challenge yourself. I like to push myself and achieve things, and boxing allows me to do that.”
Emma-Sue Greentree: "Boxing gives me structure, discipline, and excitement. It makes me feel like I can achieve anything." It's been nearly two years since I caught up with Emma-Sue Greentree. The Australian had recently brought home a bronze medal from the World Amateur Championships. A relatively unknown fighter prior. Australia, no stranger to talent in … Continue reading Emma-Sue Greentree: “Boxing gives me structure, discipline, and excitement. It makes me feel like I can achieve anything.”
Ruby Else-White: "It's been my dream to win the Olympics so after I win gold I want to turn professional and win everything at one weight and then move up in weight and win everything at that weight." It was a few minutes spent idling away some loose time on my phone that brought Ruby … Continue reading Ruby Else-White: “It’s been my dream to win the Olympics so after I win gold I want to turn professional and win everything at one weight and then move up in weight and win everything at that weight.”
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