Finlay, 19, Hamilton, Scotland

Why did you want to take part in Fight School?

I wanted to change my life. I had just come out of jail. I was 17 when I went in and when I came out, I was doing nothing with my life, I heard about this opportunity and I wanted to go for it.

My mum died when I was seven. It was hard growing up, and I probably acted in the way I did because I felt angry. This was 100 percent a chance to have a new focus in my life and change my direction.

How did you find the boxing training?

It was hard work but I enjoyed it. I had boxed on and off in the past but never stuck to it. The hardest part for me was to get motivated to train. It was a lot to go from sitting on a couch, which I had been doing, to then doing 11 sessions a week, it was intense.

What did you learn about yourself doing Fight School?

It made me realise I can change my life. It has opened my eyes to what I can do. Being a part of Fight School gave me a confidence boost. I learnt a lot about myself and I want to go on to study sport.

Finally, what advice would you give to other young people going through similar experiences to you?

Change your circle and get into boxing training at a gym as a discipline. I got stuck in that circle and I ended up going to jail when everyone else was still at school studying. Boxing and the training has made me want to go back again and again. It has been a great experience and it can change your life.