Terri Harper: Beyond The Ropes Terri Harper is no stranger to the bright lights. Her seat at the top table has been almost a given. There have been disappointments over the past six years or so. They somewhat unfairly cloud her achievements. Which are plenty. Harper always seemingly finds a way to reinvent herself. Once … Continue reading Terri Harper: Beyond The Ropes
Harli Whitwell: "I do plan on coming back better than I was before. I want to make a bit of a statement." Harli Whitwell was a mere spectator earlier this month in Brentwood. Her sister, Shona Whitwell, won impressively on her Top Tier debut. In October, they could be on the same York Hall show. … Continue reading Harli Whitwell: “I do plan on coming back better than I was before. I want to make a bit of a statement.”
Mikaela Mayer: "I think I will beat Chantelle a lot easier than people think." The end of another long, gruelling week in camp was coming to an end. But another brutally hard day was just about to begin. Mikaela Mayer has been here before. She knows how her body will feel. "It's so hard," Mayer … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “I think I will beat Chantelle a lot easier than people think.”
Hannah Robinson: "I always say the best performance-enhancing drug is fuelling your body properly." Hannah Robinson is ticking along just nicely in the pro ranks. Unbeaten in six fights and on the verge of a world title opportunity at super-lightweight. The 32-year-old can be extremely pleased with her progress since turning professional in 2024 after … Continue reading Hannah Robinson: “I always say the best performance-enhancing drug is fuelling your body properly.”
Shelby Lee: "I am very happy with what I did in my amateur career. I achieved quite a lot, and I am ready to do that as a pro." The professional ranks will get a little deeper in the coming months. Another elite female talent will be making her professional debut before the year ends. … Continue reading Shelby Lee: “I am very happy with what I did in my amateur career. I achieved quite a lot, and I am ready to do that as a pro.”
Lucy Kings-Wheatley: "I am aiming for that gold medal." Lucy Kings-Wheatley will very shortly be heading to Glasgow to compete in the Commonwealth Games. The 23-year-old has had a difficult time of late; being selected to fight for her country carries a deeper meaning. "I've never really had the chance to represent England," Kings-Wheatley told … Continue reading Lucy Kings-Wheatley: “I am aiming for that gold medal.”
Carys Mainwaring: "I am proud of myself for what I have done and achieved." It came as somewhat of a surprise when the elite amateur Carys Mainwaring announced her retirement from boxing a few weeks ago. At just 25, Mainwaring was seemingly heading into her peak years. "I kind of fell out of love with … Continue reading Carys Mainwaring: “I am proud of myself for what I have done and achieved.”
Lauren Mackie: "I have grown up watching the Commonwealth Games, so it has always been a dream of mine to compete." Lauren Mackie has already tasted much success in her flourishing boxing career. The 20-year-old is a national champion and has won medals on the European and World stage. But Mackie is only just getting … Continue reading Lauren Mackie: “I have grown up watching the Commonwealth Games, so it has always been a dream of mine to compete.”
Shona Whitwell: "If Harli and I could get on the same show, that would be unreal." In April, Shona Whitwell impressively moved to 3-0 when she stopped Joanna Fraszczak in the 6th and final round of their fight in Northampton. It was her second consecutive inside-the-distance victory. After a slow start to her professional career, … Continue reading Shona Whitwell: “If Harli and I could get on the same show, that would be unreal.”
Elise Glynn: "It means a lot to be selected for the Commonwealth Games." Elise Glynn will soon be heading to Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games. The 24-year-old will look to take the next step in her career in Scotland. An elite amateur who has always carried lofty ambitions. "It means a lot to be selected … Continue reading Elise Glynn: “It means a lot to be selected for the Commonwealth Games.”
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