Boxing superstar Sandy Ryan on brink of being first woman to be given freedom of Derby
Undefeated British and Commonwealth welterweight champion Sandy Ryan is on the brink of becoming the first woman to be given the Freedom of Derby.
Elizabeth Palmer
Sandy Ryan, the undefeated British and Commonwealth welterweight champion, is on the brink of becoming the first woman to be given the Freedom of Derby.
The city council is set to vote on the proposal on Wednesday, and it is expected to pass unanimously. Ryan, who is from Derby, would be the first woman to receive the honor in the city's 900-year history.
Ryan, 29, has won all 15 of her professional fights, 10 by knockout. She is currently ranked No. 1 in the world by the WBO and is considered to be one of the leading contenders for the world title.
In addition to her boxing achievements, Ryan is also a successful businesswoman. She owns her own gym, Sandy Ryan's Boxing Academy, and she is also a motivational speaker.
Ryan is a role model for young women in Derby and across the country. She is proof that women can achieve anything they set their minds to, regardless of the challenges they face.
If the proposal is approved, Ryan would be presented with the Freedom of Derby at a ceremony later this year.
The Freedom of Derby is the city's highest honor. It is awarded to people who have made a significant contribution to the city. Previous recipients include Sir David Attenborough, Dame Judi Dench, and Sir Alex Ferguson.
Ryan is a worthy recipient of the Freedom of Derby. She is a talented boxer, a successful businesswoman, and a role model for young women. She is an inspiration to everyone who knows her.
In a statement, Ryan said she was "humbled and honored" to be nominated for the award.
"I'm so proud to be from Derby and I'm grateful for the support I've received from the city over the years," she said. "I hope this award will inspire other young people to follow their dreams."
The city council's decision to nominate Ryan for the Freedom of Derby is a positive step for women in sport.
It is a recognition of Ryan's achievements, but it is also a sign that the city is committed to promoting gender equality. Ryan's success is an inspiration to young women everywhere, and it is a reminder that women can achieve anything they set their minds to.
