The project will run at four boxing clubs, in Shifnal, Whitchurch, Solihull and Redditch.
Carl Dickins, from Wallop Boxing Club, Dan Bailey, from The Fort and Joe Lockley, from Bright Star Boxing, are all taking part in the project
Led by Brightstar Boxing, based in Shifnal, the 12-week Believe project will run in primary and secondary schools in the West Midlands. "It's really exciting news for the different schools in the different areas," said Dan Bailey, head coach at The Fort.The Believe project has been backed by the Inclusive Communities Fund, a legacy scheme from the 2022 Commonwealth Games, and will see coaches mentor children alongside boxing sessions.
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