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Leah-Beth Anderton: “The Olympics are the goal. I see myself doing more than one Olympics.”

Leah-Beth Anderton: "The Olympics are the goal. I see myself doing more than one Olympics." Most fighters dream of competing on the Olympic stage. But Leah-Beth Anderton is different. Her dreams go way beyond that. It's not only a desire to stand on that Olympic podium, Anderton wants to do it more than once and … Continue reading Leah-Beth Anderton: “The Olympics are the goal. I see myself doing more than one Olympics.” →

Carly Salmon: “Boxing made me realise how strong and capable I am of doing hard things and overcoming adversity.”

Carly Salmon: "Boxing made me realise how strong and capable I am of doing hard things and overcoming adversity." Like many fighters, Carly Salmon came into boxing after competing in a multitude of different sports, including other combat sports. But she found boxing incredibly addictive. In simple terms, and in many ways, it changed her … Continue reading Carly Salmon: “Boxing made me realise how strong and capable I am of doing hard things and overcoming adversity.” →

Julie Ramadan: “I have never missed a day of training. I love boxing so much.”

Julie Ramadan: "I have never missed a day of training. I love boxing so much." It was a somewhat jet-lagged Julie Ramadan I found over Zoom. An overseas trip to Belgium, representing her country, was still in her body. The long flight home and that brutal time difference were still lingering. It was a day … Continue reading Julie Ramadan: “I have never missed a day of training. I love boxing so much.” →

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.” →

Rhiannon Dixon: “I’ll fight anyone. I want to get back to world level as soon as possible.”

Rhiannon Dixon: "I'll fight anyone. I want to get back to world level as soon as possible." "I'm allowed to walk without my crutches now," the opening words of Rhiannon Dixon. A simple response, but equally a sign of significant progress of an injury that forced the cancellation of her 'comeback' fight in March. A … Continue reading Rhiannon Dixon: “I’ll fight anyone. I want to get back to world level as soon as possible.” →

Frazer Clarke: “I have a lot of people to prove wrong.”

Frazer Clarke: "I have a lot of people to prove wrong." "I can't wait to get back out there," the opening words of Frazer Clarke as we connected over Zoom. Clarke hits the comeback trail this weekend in Birmingham. The tough Ghanaian Ebenezer Tetteh, who last time out gave Dillian Whyte a very difficult night … Continue reading Frazer Clarke: “I have a lot of people to prove wrong.” →

Bobby Faulkner: “I would love to be that fighter who causes a few upsets as the away fighter.”

Bobby Faulkner: "I would love to be that fighter who causes a few upsets as the away fighter." Boxing is full of hidden gems. Fighters that should be seen. But they aren't. Talent that is suppressed at the expense of someone with a bigger social media following. Bobby Faulkner is one such fighter. An unbeaten … Continue reading Bobby Faulkner: “I would love to be that fighter who causes a few upsets as the away fighter.” →

Beyond The Ropes: Eve Bryson

Beyond The Ropes: Eve Bryson Eve Bryson was losing her way somewhat until boxing changed everything. The 19-year-old remembers that troubled teenager. Those early years now inspire her. Bryson is now dreaming of representing Australia at next year's Commonwealth Games and even has thoughts of competing on the Olympic stage in Los Angeles in 2028. … Continue reading Beyond The Ropes: Eve Bryson →

Zoe Gould: “Boxing will definitely always be a part of my life.”

Zoe Gould: “Boxing will definitely always be a part of my life.” Boxing has a never-ending darkness seemingly attached to it. For many reasons, I constantly question my involvement in it. A dirty business that can take so much and give so little back. Recent words from that famed wordsmith Donald McRae are incredibly hard … Continue reading Zoe Gould: “Boxing will definitely always be a part of my life.” →