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Aoibhe Carabine: “Dwelling on the past leads to regret, and constantly chasing the future only fuels anxiety.”

Aoibhe Carabine: "Dwelling on the past leads to regret, and constantly chasing the future only fuels anxiety." The boxing life has largely served Aoibhe Carabine well. The 23-year-old County Mayo native has won eleven national titles. But despite an almost constant success in her sport, there have been low points. Carabine has previously told FightPost, … Continue reading Aoibhe Carabine: “Dwelling on the past leads to regret, and constantly chasing the future only fuels anxiety.” →

Ebonie Cotton: “I truly believe that boxing saved my life.”

Ebonie Cotton: "I truly believe that boxing saved my life." A life that started in Rowley Regis, West Midlands, was followed by periods in numerous countries across the globe before Ebonie Cotton settled and spent eight years in Australia. But Cotton is back home now, and a new life is about to begin. Cotton was … Continue reading Ebonie Cotton: “I truly believe that boxing saved my life.” →

Sienna Murray: “I want to keep winning everything and hopefully get selected for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.

Sienna Murray: "I want to keep winning everything and hopefully get selected for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Sienna Murray is only three years into her boxing career. But already there are a plethora of titles to her name. There are hopes of qualifying for the Los Angeles Olympics. Murray is beyond confident that … Continue reading Sienna Murray: “I want to keep winning everything and hopefully get selected for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. →

Edith Buna Rogers: “Boxing gave me the confidence that I have now.”

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.” →

Emma Dolan: “Once I get through Lauren, I want to be fighting for a world title this year. That’s my goal.”

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.” →

Nina Hughes: “If that’s the end, then that’s the end. But if there is another big fight out there, I would take it.”     

Nina Hughes: "If that's the end, then that's the end. But if there is another big fight out there, I would take it."     "I keep beating myself up because everything I practised in the gym I didn't do in the fight." The opening words of Nina Hughes just a few days removed from her … Continue reading Nina Hughes: “If that’s the end, then that’s the end. But if there is another big fight out there, I would take it.”      →

Mikaela Mayer: “This time, I am going to make the scorecards even wider. I want to remove all doubt.”

Mikaela Mayer: "This time, I am going to make the scorecards even wider. I want to remove all doubt." Another Fight Week has begun for Mikaela Mayer. But for the first time since October 2022, she walks into it as a world champion. Mayer will rematch Sandy Ryan this coming weekend in Las Vegas. A … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “This time, I am going to make the scorecards even wider. I want to remove all doubt.” →

Jordan Barker-Porter: “I just want to have some fun, ideally win a title, and ultimately, just be happy.”

Jordan Barker-Porter: “I just want to have some fun, ideally win a title, and ultimately, just be happy.” By Matt Elliott 2024 was a busy year for Jordan Barker-Porter. As well as fighting on three occasions, she opened a new gym, launched a 12-week fitness journal, and even found time to grow her social media … Continue reading Jordan Barker-Porter: “I just want to have some fun, ideally win a title, and ultimately, just be happy.” →

Beyond The Ropes: Haley Jordan Leonard

Beyond The Ropes: Haley Jordan Leonard Hayley Jordan Leonard had a promising track and field athlete cut short by injury and a coach lacking empathy and understanding. Leonard lost her way somewhat, but like many, she found boxing. She saw an old quote from a former heavyweight champion of the world. Almost instantly, she was … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Haley Jordan Leonard →