Summary

In this More Than an Afterthought, Amy Pu reflects on her discussion with Hilary Lissenden, one of her mentors when she was in amateur boxing. She talks about the significance of mentorship, the diverse roles within sports, the courage to pivot in one's career, and the importance of finding joy and maintaining mental health in professional pursuits. Amy emphasises that mentorship should not be limited to gender, and that there are many ways to engage with sports beyond being an athlete. She also highlights the need for self-care and the freedom to make choices in one's career path.