Mariana “Barby” Juárez — The Heart of Mexican Women’s Boxing In the grand tapestry of world boxing, few figures embody longevity, grit, and cultural resonance quite like María Anastasia “Mariana” Juárez Trejo, known to fans simply as Mariana “Barby” Juárez. For more than a quarter-century, she has stood as a dominant force inside the ropes […]
Amy Andrew: From Newsroom to Commonwealth Champion Amy Andrew was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland on January 28, 1986. Decades later, she would carve out a remarkable path in boxing defined by early childhood ambition, a bold career transition, relentless determination, and a late‑blooming rise to the top ranks of women’s boxing. A Path Less […]
Ana María Torres: “La Guerrera” — Mexico’s Unforgettable Force in Women’s Boxing In the storied lineage of Mexican boxing, there is a figure whose career reshaped expectations for women in the sport: Ana María Torres Ramírez, affectionately known as “La Guerrera”. Born January 25, 1980, in Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl, México, Torres became one of the most […]
Heather Hardy: The Heat of Brooklyn Heather Marie “The Heat” Hardy’s journey through combat sports is the story of a late-bloomer who carved out a world championship career on her own terms and emerged as one of women’s boxing’s most recognizable figures. Born on January 25, 1982, in Brooklyn, New York, Hardy transformed personal adversity […]
Honoring Yesenia Gómez & María Cecilia Román on their Birthday — Latin America’s World Champions Boxing has a long and proud tradition of champions rising from Latin America. Yesenia Gómez and María Cecilia Román are among the women who have carried that legacy into the world spotlight, standing out for their resilience, championship achievements, and […]
Mikaela Laurén: Sweden’s Trailblazer in Women’s Boxing Mikaela Laurén stands among the most accomplished female boxers in modern history. Although she had a late start, she became a world champion against formidable odds and helped elevate women’s boxing on the global stage. Her journey from national-team swimmer to world boxing champion is remarkable, and her […]
Melissa “The Fury” Fiorentino’s is remembered as a trailblazer in women’s boxing. A compact dynamo with a fierce nickname to match her style, Fiorentino’s career blended grit, skill, and a sincere love for the sport she helped elevate. Beginnings in Rhode Island Born January 19, 1977, in Cranston, Rhode Island, Melissa Fiorentino grew up well […]
Ann Wolfe and her impact on women’s boxing. Born on January 17, 1971, in Austin, Texas, Ann “Brown Sugar” Wolfe emerged as one of the most formidable figures in women’s boxing during a formative era for the sport. Her career was defined by rare punching power, physical intensity, and uncompromising discipline and she left a […]
A Look Ahead in Women’s Boxing 2026 and Possible Showdowns By David A. Avila When it comes to women’s boxing Claressa Shields is the top of the food chain and will be opposed in combat with old friend Franchon Crews-Dezurn at the end of February. It’s a rematch that kicks off 2026 with a […]
Adijat Gbadamosi: Nigeria’s Ascendant Force in Women’s Boxing On December 31, 2001, in Nigeria, Adijat Gbadamosi was born into a world where boxing was far from mainstream. Two decades later, her journey has become central to the emerging narrative of African women in professional boxing; a sport long dominated by other regions but now shaped […]