Billy first came to Boxing Works in 2007 he has been with us for so long it is hard to remember a time he wasn’t part of the family. He is someone who trains hard, works hard, fights hard and parties hard. Kelly his gorgeous wife has been an absolute rock for Billy, having that strong support behind you is something that any fighter knows he needs. Your coach, your training partners and gym support staff are vital to your performance. When you have a partner behind you who supports and encourages you and is there every step of the way for you it is the difference.

Ally    Do you remember what attracted you to Boxing Works back in 2007

Billy   The wrestling, it was about the time I started getting interested in UFC competition and MMA

Ally    When did you start coaching for us

Billy   I started coaching about 2012

Ally    What do you enjoy most about coaching

Billy   Seeing the guys achieve bench marks they never thought they would, taking someone to sparring for the first time, taking someone to their first fight as with Marine this week, seeing someone lift a weight they never thought they could. Seeing the pride and happiness in them after achieving their goals.

Ally    You have had a full fighting career, can you tell us one of your highlights

Billy   Taking a huge step up in my first time out against a seasoned professional fighter and stopping him in the first round with a high lite real knock out.

Ally    You are still recovering from a spectacular injury what has been the hardest hurdle

Billy   Walking….. Mentally coming to terms with the fact that my time as a fighter may be over.

Ally    For most it would be an absolute career ender, can you see yourself making a return

Billy   My heart says yes, my head says no, I need to wait and see what my body has to say.

Ally    Breaking your leg must have been a horrific experience, is there any positive take away from it

Billy   Simon and Tim put their work and families on hold and stayed up there with me while Eoin drove back to cover all our classes for us. The in flux of support from the Boxing Works community was overwhelming.

Ally    What makes Boxing Works different from other gyms

Billy   Friendly family orientated environment, focused on passing on martial arts knowledge rather than just providing a facility

Ally    What would you say to someone who was interested in joining Boxing Works

Billy   Give it a go

Ally    Would you like to offer the members an intro deal for personal training

Billy   Yes, for those willing to train at Surry Hills, $120 for 3 x 1 hour sessions, that is a saving of 50%. Must book in before the end of August.