Boxing Quote by Claressa Shields

“Boxing gave me self-confidence that I didn't have growing up. When I was young, I was super quiet and I didn't trust anybody. I didn't like having friends.”

Claressa Shields

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Boxing Confidence Friends Growing up Quiet Trust Young

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