Emily Denham, 15, will compete in the women’s under-70kg category at the championships, taking place in Budva from October 1 to 12, 2026.
She boxes out of Aycliffe Amateur Boxing Club and has already achieved national and international success.
Emily Denham in training (Image: Supplied)
Emily said: “I’m really proud of what I’ve achieved so far, and I’m so excited to have the opportunity to represent England again.
“Boxing is a huge part of my life, and I’m grateful to everyone who supports me, especially my family, my coaches and everyone at Aycliffe Amateur Boxing Club.
“My dream is to one day compete at the Olympic Games, and I’m determined to work as hard as I can to give myself the best chance of getting there.”
Emily Denham with some of her boxing achievements (Image: Supplied)
The selection is a major milestone in her young career and marks a return to Montenegro, where she was crowned U15 European champion in 2025.
Her other titles include Cadet Schools champion, Class A and B Schools champion and Junior 4 Nations champion.
Emily regularly travels to Sheffield for national training while fitting in daily boxing and running sessions.
Emily Denham with coaches from Aycliffe Amateur Boxing Club (Image: Supplied)
She hopes to represent Team GB at the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane.
Her family and club have helped drive her success.
Her parents, Sean and Sarah, have backed her throughout, while Sean also coaches and spars with her.
Aycliffe Amateur Boxing Club, where Emily started boxing, has helped shape her career.
Club owner Les Gibson said: “Everyone at the club is incredibly proud of Emily.
“We’ve watched her develop from a 10-year-old beginner into a European champion representing her country.
“She is a fantastic young boxer and a great example to others.
“I’m delighted to be travelling to Montenegro to support her. Along with everyone at Aycliffe Amateur Boxing Club, I’ll be wishing her the very best of luck.
“She has an incredibly exciting future ahead of her.”
“With Emily already achieving national and international success at just 15 and progressing through the England Boxing pathway, businesses have an exciting opportunity to support her at an early stage in what could be a remarkable boxing career.
“Sponsorship will help towards the costs of training, travel, and competing at an elite level as she works towards her ultimate ambition of representing Great Britain at the Olympic Games.”
Emily’s story gives North East businesses the chance to support a rising athlete.
Businesses interested in sponsorship can contact Sean Denham at sean296@googlemail.com.
Emily shares updates from her boxing journey on Instagram at @emilydenham42.