Charlotte Johnson: “I’m focused on the work I need to do, and those opportunities will present themselves accordingly.”

Charlotte Johnson: "I’m focused on the work I need to do, and those opportunities will present themselves accordingly." I last spoke to Charlotte Johnson in the summer. Developing nicely as an amateur, the Australian light-flyweight had no immediate plans to turn professional. But plans change. Earlier this month, Johnson made her professional debut, stopping Khwunchit … Continue reading Charlotte Johnson: “I’m focused on the work I need to do, and those opportunities will present themselves accordingly.” →

Fran Hennessy: “I wouldn’t be in this sport if I didn’t think I could go undisputed at a few different weights.”

Fran Hennessy: "I wouldn't be in this sport if I didn't think I could go undisputed at a few different weights." We haven't seen Fran Hennessy inside a boxing ring since March. It was a special night for her. Big-time boxing returned to the Royal Albert Hall. An all-female card live on Sky Sports, … Continue reading Fran Hennessy: “I wouldn’t be in this sport if I didn’t think I could go undisputed at a few different weights.” →

Valerian Spicer: “With boxing, I found a purpose, and a sense of achievement. it was something I really needed. it pretty much changed every area of my life in a very positive way.”

Valerian Spicer: "With boxing, I found a purpose and a sense of achievement. It was something I really needed. It pretty much changed every area of my life in a very positive way." It's the time of year where everyone in the public eye has seemingly got a book out. The endless plugs and promotional … Continue reading Valerian Spicer: “With boxing, I found a purpose, and a sense of achievement. it was something I really needed. it pretty much changed every area of my life in a very positive way.” →

Antonia Kay: “I love boxing, and I give everything I have for it. I want to see where it takes me.”

Antonia Kay: "I love boxing, and I give everything I have for it. I want to see where it takes me." I first interviewed Antonia Kay over three years ago. An aspiring, talented amateur boxer who left her Greek homeland behind to chase her musical dreams in Australia. “I definitely think about turning pro one … Continue reading Antonia Kay: “I love boxing, and I give everything I have for it. I want to see where it takes me.” →

Mikaela Mayer: “Coach Al has given me structure and allowed me to pursue my passion. He believed in me and never wanted anything from me. He just did his best for me.”

Mikaela Mayer: "Coach Al has given me structure and allowed me to pursue my passion. He believed in me and never wanted anything from me. He just did his best for me." It's been a sixteen year working relationship. They came together in a different time. When the perception of women’s boxing was very different. … Continue reading Mikaela Mayer: “Coach Al has given me structure and allowed me to pursue my passion. He believed in me and never wanted anything from me. He just did his best for me.” →

Nathan Heaney: “The Stokies are an incredibly unique set of supporters, and their loyalty is outrageous.”

Nathan Heaney: “The Stokies are an incredibly unique set of supporters, and their loyalty is outrageous.” By Matt Elliott Nathan Heaney is a name that will resonate with most boxing fans. A tough competitor who has been involved in some great fights during his 8-year professional career, the current highlight being his brilliant performance against … Continue reading Nathan Heaney: “The Stokies are an incredibly unique set of supporters, and their loyalty is outrageous.” →

Hannah Robinson: “I just want to walk away from the sport knowing I have done everything I can.”

Hannah Robinson: "I just want to walk away from the sport knowing I have done everything I can." It was the day after for Hannah Robinson. Less than twenty-four hours removed from her latest ring appearance. Robinson improved her resume to 5-0 on Saturday night with a commanding six-round points victory over the always reliable … Continue reading Hannah Robinson: “I just want to walk away from the sport knowing I have done everything I can.” →

Lia Lewandowski: “The endgame is to be number one in the world.”

Lia Lewandowski: "The endgame is to be number one in the world." Lia Lewandowski is two fights into her boxing career. Fight number three is fast-approaching. On November 7th, Lewandowski will head to Atlantic City, hoping to take another step on a road that she hopes will end with her being crowned the undisputed champion … Continue reading Lia Lewandowski: “The endgame is to be number one in the world.” →

Louise Creaven: “Boxing is who I am. It gives me my identity. I am not doing it for anyone else, only myself.”

Louise Creaven: "Boxing is who I am. It gives me my identity. I am not doing it for anyone else, only myself." Louise Creaven left her native Ireland around ten years ago. The move to Australia started out as one big party. Creaven was also battling a severe eating disorder. By her own admission, it … Continue reading Louise Creaven: “Boxing is who I am. It gives me my identity. I am not doing it for anyone else, only myself.” →

Harli Whitwell: “I want it more now than I ever did before.”

Harli Whitwell: "I want it more now than I ever did before." The professional career of Harli Whitwell was rolling along quite nicely. A few niggling injuries aside, not unusual for any fighter, the unbeaten super-featherweight prospect had gone 5-0 and earned a multitude of plaudits along the way. A victory over Karina Szmalenberg last … Continue reading Harli Whitwell: “I want it more now than I ever did before.” →