A Darlington teen has won a world Thai boxing gold medal despite being told he would never play contact sports. Archie, a 14-year-old autistic boy from Whitchurch, has had his life transformed by training at The Fort boxing club, under head coach Dan's guidance. The club has provided a welcoming and supportive environment for Archie, who feels wanted and accepted there.
"With me being hyperactive, I don't get many friends in school but here I feel welcome and wanted." Boxing club transforms life for autistic boy Read more⬇️ https://t.co/yYZ66No91F
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14 year old Archie from Whitchurch is autistic and has ADHD. Since training at The Fort boxing club under the guidance of head coach Dan, Archie has seen his life transformed. 📱 Listen: https://t.co/crQSK8tWzD https://t.co/wrKko2C6qr
Darlington teen wins world thai boxing gold after being told he'd never play contact sport https://t.co/8TZCKUZ90H