This show was put together to offer international opportunities to many of our boxers who are not on an England pathway. There were ten bouts against the Italian team of varying levels and support bouts were put on between North-West Women Warriors and this Girl Can Box.

Mark Nolan of Nolan Oils supported with sponsorship to make this idea materialise. Amy Andrew was also a big part of this event, as it was through her connections in Italy that we were able to achieve what we set out to do. Thanks also go to Lee Wilkens of Bodyshots who has supported many of the women’s shows I put on, and my good friend (we miss him) Mel Corrigan, who offered his gym for the event. 27 bouts, ranging from skills through to high level elite took place that day. Up to today it is one of my favourite shows.

Photography ©Sam Todd