“It’s onwards and upwards” for giant heavyweight David Price
After a comfortable victory vs Dave Allen, ‘Pricey’ has been drafted in as a late change of opponent to face ‘Del boy’ Chisora on October 26th. After years of highs and lows Dave will be stepping over the top...
Merseyside “Samaritan” uses boxing to tackle knife crime in city
Knife crime has become the scourge of many cities across the UK, and Liverpool is no different.
And in the constant battle to tackle the problem, community activists like Alan Walsh are rising to the challenge.
Boxing coach Alan is taking...
Toxteth fighter Meshech Speare chases boxing glory
After winning his first title as an amateur at aged just 15, Toxteth fighter Meshech Speare found out he was having his first child.
Growing up in Toxteth, an area which Speare describes as a ‘rough environment’, was not easy...
Liverpool’s ‘Real Men Don’t Carry Knives’ project ends 2020 on high
A Liverpool campaign led by boxing coaches has continued to gain traction in a bid to tackle knife crime in the city.
The 'Real Men Don't Carry Knives' project has had another successful year despite the Coronavirus pandemic.
John Conteh – Liverpool’s first world champion
A look at the career of Liverpool's first world champion John Conteh and the inspiration he has provided to the fighting generation since.
Liverpool’s Nick Ball remains undefeated at Grand Central Hall
Liverpool’s Nick Ball extended his unbeaten streak to 12 on Friday night, after he finished his opponent Ivan Godor after the very first round.
It was a successful night for the cities aspiring boxers, with 12 wins and 1...
Inclusive boxing centre opens its doors in Bootle
An inclusive boxing centre and fitness club for people with disabilities has moved to a new venue in Bootle.
Inclusive Hub prides itself on being a safe space and a platform for those with additional needs to be able to participate in fun-based exercise.
Liverpool’s young boxing prospect Rianna Doforo sets bold target
“I want to be known as one of the greatest female athletes of all time.”
It's not something you’d expect a 15-year-old amateur boxer to say, but Rianna Doforo has her sights set on making history.
Already a national champion,...
Callum Smith – Who’s next for Liverpool’s superstar?
After his unanimous decision victory over John Ryder, what’s next for Callum Smith?
The question on people’s lips is who will the WBA Super, WBC Diamond and Ring Magazine champion fight next?
Here are five fights that make sense next for...
Mathews’ hopeful of Golden Contract triumph
After a comprehensive unanimous decision win for James ‘Jazza’ Dickens in the quarter-final of the featherweight Golden Contract tournament, trainer Derry Mathews reflects on what was an impressive performance from his fighter.
“I was happy with the performance; George (Vaughan)...
