Shona Whitwell: “I am aiming to be a world champion, and undisputed is the ultimate goal.”

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.” →

Lekeisha Pergoliti: “I don’t box for the money; I box because I love it.”

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.” →

Beyond The Ropes: Ebony Leigh Jones

Beyond The Ropes: Ebony Leigh Jones The Barnsley-born Ebony Leigh Jones started in dance. A move to karate followed before she found boxing. Jones is now a two-weight National Champion and she competed in the 2022 World Youth Championships. There are thoughts of turning professional. At 19, it's fair to say that she is only … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Ebony Leigh Jones →

Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I felt so honoured and special by just being there and being part of that massive show. That’s why I couldn’t stop smiling. And I still can’t stop smiling.”

Jasmina Zapotoczna: "I felt so honoured and special by just being there and being part of that massive show. That's why I couldn't stop smiling. And I still can't stop smiling." It was the biggest stage of her fighting life. The iconic Royal Albert Hall. A Friday night that served up the Boxxer all-female show … Continue reading Jasmina Zapotoczna: “I felt so honoured and special by just being there and being part of that massive show. That’s why I couldn’t stop smiling. And I still can’t stop smiling.” →

Sarah Watt: “I am a fighter. I’ve been fighting my whole life.”

Sarah Watt: "I am a fighter. But I’ve been fighting my whole life." Sarah Watt has just turned 39. A boxer by trade. But as she says herself, it's been a lifetime of fighting. Watt was born in Benalla, Victoria, Australia. In many ways, it's been a life of swimming against the tide. She has … Continue reading Sarah Watt: “I am a fighter. I’ve been fighting my whole life.” →

Harli Whitwell: A New Beginning

Harli Whitwell: A New Beginning “Harli is a world champion in the making. I believe Harli will go all the way." The words of Johnny Clark earlier this month when he announced the signing of the unbeaten super-featherweight prospect Harli Whitwell. Clark of Top Tier Promotions will co-manage Whitwell with her father, Stephen. A deal … Continue reading Harli Whitwell: A New Beginning →

Mae Astbury: “The last 18 months have been a journey of patience, hard work, and perseverance.”

Mae Astbury: "The last 18 months have been a journey of patience, hard work, and perseverance." It was a process that was well beyond the pale. A difficult and long application for a British Boxing Board of Control licence. It went on. And on. Until just a few weeks ago, Mae Astbury finally got the … Continue reading Mae Astbury: “The last 18 months have been a journey of patience, hard work, and perseverance.” →