Power of Sport - Episode Three - Joe Lockley, Brightstar Boxing

Joe Lockley is the founder of Brightstar Boxing, a community boxing club using sport to change lives, build confidence, and create real opportunities for young people who need them most.In this episode of Power of Sport, Joe shares how Brightstar Boxing grew from a local idea into a powerful community force - supporting 600 young people weekly with their mental health, discipline, self-belief, and direction in life. We talk about the realities facing young people today, the role of boxing in building resilience and purpose, and why safe, trusted community spaces matter more than ever.Joe opens up about the impact he’s seen first-hand, the challenges of running a grassroots organisation, and what happens when you combine sport with care, consistency, and high expectations. This is an honest, inspiring conversation about fighting for futures - inside and outside the ring.

If you believe in sport as a tool for social change, this episode is for you.