Liam Neeson narrates a two part history of amateur boxing in Ireland. This is the story of a sport that escaped from the confines of the garrison to take root in cities, towns and villages all over Ireland. Protestant, catholic, rural, urban, it didn't matter. Working class men came together and donned the gloves. It became the country's most successful sport. With more Olympic medals than all the others put together. This is the story of amateur boxing in Ireland. Contributors include some of the greatest names in Irish amateur boxing history - Michael Carruth, Mick Dowling, Kenny Egan, Paddy Barnes, John McNally, Jim McCourt, and Hugh Russell amongst many others.