There are no balls in boxing (other than those covered by protective cups), but there are bells. Therefore, when seeking to peer with clarity into the future in this sport, we go with the crystal bell ...

AUSTIN, Texas — Pfc. Sativa James entered her first boxing gym at 7 years old, tagging along as her brothers tried the sport. She begged her dad to try it, too. With a small lie to make James a year ...