Episode 028 - Steve Egan - Celebrating 45 Years Of Jimmy Egan's Boxing Academy

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Episode 028 - Steve Egan - Celebrating 45 Years Of Jimmy Egan's Boxing Academy

The Happy Somedays Podcast

43 minutes 29 seconds

9 months ago

Episode 028 - Steve Egan - Celebrating 45 Years Of Jimmy Egan's Boxing Academy

It's hard to think of Wythenshawe, and NOT think of Jimmy Egan's Boxing Academy.

A proper institution of the Town, Jimmy Egan's has been transforming the lives of those who walk through their doors for 45 years in 2025. But their journey this far has not been easy.

13 different venues. Moving away from Wythenshawe and then back again, Facing bankruptcy... They've faced a lot to get to where they are now. Not to mention Jimmy Egan himself passing away aged only 68 in 2004 after a battle with cancer.

Jimmy's sons Shaun and Steve carried on their dad's mantle and legacy, meaning that the gym is still going strong now and celebrating 45 years this year! To tell me all about the journey here so far, Steve Egan came onto the Podcast to discuss the highs and lows; mention some of the boxers and coaches who have trained there over the years (Including one very obvious one!); highlight the 45th Anniversary show taking place at Wythenshawe Forum on 1st Feb 2025; and his hopes for the future of the gym.

Follow Steve Egan on Facebook for updates on the gym, as well as the Academy's page: Jimmy Egan's Boxing Academy. You can also find them on Instagram and YouTube! Tickets for the 45th Anniversary Showcase on Saturday 1st February are available from the gym on Royalthorn Road, or directly from Steve and Shaun. Just give the page a message to buy, Tickets are priced at £15 for adults and £10 for Under 16's, and there'll be 16 fights on the night from 7.30pm at Wythenshawe Forum Hall.

Thanks again to Steve for his time. This episode was once again recorded at Wythenshawe Forum Library's Creative Space.

Chapters:

00:00 - 01:40 - Intro to Episode

01:40 - 05:50 - Welcome and Congrats on 45 Years

05:50 - 09:45 - Early Days Of Jimmy Egan's

09:45 - 12:15 - Ensuring Everyone is Welcome

12:15 - 17:55 - Boxing As An Escape

17:55 - 21:40 - Thoughts on Tyson Fury's Retirement

21:40 - 23:35 - Spanning Generations & Coaches Shout Outs

23:35 - 25:45 - Memorable People & Moments

25:45 - 29:50 - Right Attitude & Overcoming Challenges

29:50 - 34:20 - What Makes Jimmy Egan's So Special?

34:20 - 36:35 - Steve's Advice For Beginners

36:35 - 42:15 - 45th Anniversary Showcase & Hopes For The Future of Jimmy Egan's

42:15 - 43:30 - End & Thanks To Steve