Al Mitchell: A Life in Boxing By Matt Elliott On the 31st October this year, as doorbells around the world prepare themselves for the annual onslaught of trick-and-treaters desperately seeking out their next hit of candy, the revered boxing coach Alfred Mitchell, affectionally known as ‘Coach Al’, will be sitting down to celebrate his eightieth … Continue reading Al Mitchell: A Life in Boxing
Al Mitchell (on Mikaela Mayer): “She listens, she trains hard and with each fight, I see her getting better and better.” By Matt Elliott When Al Mitchell started on his coaching journey, he could never have predicted that he would end up training females, let alone helping to guide the professional career of one of … Continue reading Al Mitchell (on Mikaela Mayer): “She listens, she trains hard and with each fight, I see her getting better and better.”
Mikaela Mayer: “I don’t see myself staying at lightweight for very long. But I have the opportunity right now at 135, and I am excited about that.” In many ways, it felt like old times. In an interview with Mikaela Mayer a few years ago, I spent a large part of it in much amusement … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “I don’t see myself staying at lightweight for very long. But I have the opportunity right now at 135, and I am excited about that.”
Tommy Frank: ‘Losing isn’t an option for me, and I’m sure it’s not an option for Jay either. That’s what makes boxing so exciting!’ By Louis Devereux It is well known in the boxing world that the closest thing you will ever find to guarantee excitement is a British title fight. Nothing beats a domestic … Continue reading Tommy Frank: ‘Losing isn’t an option for me, and I’m sure it’s not an option for Jay either. That’s what makes boxing so exciting!’
Chris Billam-Smith: “I know Lawrence very well, it’s a domestic clash and it has all the ingredients you need for a huge fight." By Oliver McManus Dreams rarely last. They are fleeting moments in time. A comforting thought to distract ourselves when the chips are down. Make-believe. For most, their existence remains entirely in our … Continue reading Chris Billam-Smith: “I know Lawrence very well, it’s a domestic clash and it has all the ingredients you need for a huge fight.”
Tori-Ellis Willetts: “I want to be fast-tracked. I want to be in and out. As long as I achieve something, and win some titles, I’ll be happy." By Lewie Laing “I want to be fast-tracked. I want to be in and out. As long as I achieve something, win some titles, I’ll be happy with … Continue reading Tori-Ellis Willetts: “I want to be fast-tracked. I want to be in and out. As long as I achieve something, and win some titles, I’ll be happy.”
Emma-Sue Greentree: "When I got diabetes I was told don't let it stop me from doing anything I want to achieve." Australia seemingly has a seemingly never-ending supply of female talent coming through its amateur system. The likes of Caitlin Parker, Kaye Scott, Antonia Kaye, Kristy Harris, and others are ensuring Australia is well-represented on … Continue reading Emma-Sue Greentree: “When I got diabetes I was told don’t let it stop me from doing anything I want to achieve.”
Maureen Shea: “The economics of the promoters should not dictate the rankings and the sanctioning bodies, it’s just not fair.” By Matt Elliott Picture the scene. You’ve dedicated your life to your career. You started in your workplace as a junior and, through hard work and dedication, you have worked your way to a senior … Continue reading Maureen Shea: “The economics of the promoters should not dictate the rankings and the sanctioning bodies, it’s just not fair.”
Billy Aird: "I had money and I put my money to work. So I’ve had a good life and I’ve got no complaints.” By Melanie Lloyd Loveable Liverpudlian, Billy Aird, was born in Merseyside on 15th March 1946. Raised during the post-war years, Billy has only warm memories of his early family life. “I was a war baby, … Continue reading Billy Aird: “I had money and I put my money to work. So I’ve had a good life and I’ve got no complaints.”
Rhiannon Dixon: "If other people want to call me out that's fine, but I really don't care. I want to just focus on myself." I first interviewed Rhiannon Dixon in February 2020. The Warrington lightweight hopeful was then at the start of her professional journey. Two fights in, a handful of white-collar fights, no amateur … Continue reading Rhiannon Dixon: “If other people want to call me out that’s fine, but I really don’t care. I want to just focus on myself.”
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