How and when did you first get into boxing?
I’ve spent my life surrounded by boxing—both my older and younger brothers box, and my dad is a coach and corner man, so it was always a big part of my environment. However, I had little in common with the sport at first. I grew up playing netball as a defender, from five-a-side to seven-a-side, and later moved on to county shot put training at Northwood Stadium.
When COVID hit, home boxing training increased drastically. Then, a women’s class became available in my area. My best friend and I decided to give it a try, and I immediately fell in love with the sport. Getting hit didn’t put me off—I actually enjoyed the aggression and the sense of relief that came with it.
After being asked to join a team and fight for them, my dad persuaded me to join his club. From that moment, boxing became a true family sport. We've been pushing each other and training together for nearly two years now.