CNN

Cecilia Brækhus was told women couldn’t enter boxing gyms. She still became an undisputed champion despite a ban on the sport

Cecilia Brækhus embarked on her against-the-odds career in professional boxing almost two decades ago, and she’s hardly stopped fighting before or since. Along the way, her opponents have been many ...
Women's Boxing

Pioneer History-Making Darlina Valdez to be honored at the Upcoming International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame!

Setting a Standard - In an era where women’s boxing was in its infancy, Darlina Valdez and Holly McDaniel took the ring for a 15-round championship match. With the bout going the distance the judges ...
Women's Boxing

Spotlight on Female Boxing with An All-Female Showcase at Korakuen Hall, Japan!

(FEB 21) At the historic Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan hosted an all-female boxing card titled Dangan Women's 2026 Vol. 1, that took place on February 20, 2026, at the Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan.
Business Insider

Inside the women-only executive retreat that turns boxing into leadership training

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