A century at ringside: the Boxing Writers Association of America at 100

The Boxing Writers Association of America (BWAA) will celebrate its 100th awards dinner on April 30, marking a century since its inception by notable figures including Damon Runyan and Ed Sullivan, aimed at improving conditions for boxing writers. The first dinner in 1926 featured Babe Ruth and highlighted Mayor James J. Walker’s call to maintain integrity in boxing, stating that bouts should be decided in the ring, not through intimidation. Over the years, the BWAA has continued to honor boxing’s best, adapting to the sport’s evolution and the changing media landscape, while its annual awards remain highly regarded.