Sports Academy staff were delighted to welcome Ireland's Andy Lee home ahead of his upcoming fight.

We were delighted to welcome the boxer Andy Lee to Limerick recently as he warmed up for his big bout this weekend.  The 25-year-old former St. Francis Boxing Club Olympian faces reigning French and European Union Champion Affif Belghecham this Saturday night in the Yanjing Fight Night at the University Sports Arena. The Limerick middleweight is seeking a win that will lift him into contention for a world title fight.

Speaking at the open training session Andy was open about the challenge ahead.  "I had better be on my best to beat him, Two of the world champions are from Europe so it is good to be ranked in Europe.  "This guy is highly ranked so if I can beat him it will be a good step forward. It's good to remind people what you can do. This guy is ranked above me so if I can beat him it will be a small statement. It is a significant enough fight; it will be a real test,"

Well known in sporting circles themselves Madigan and Griffin earlier this year launched the hugely successful Sports Academy business that specialise in managing major sports events. "Already this year we have worked with both Muhammad Ali and Lance Armstrong. Meeting Andy Lee ranks as one of our most enjoyable experiences yet. Andy stood for over an hour after his trianing session meeting people. A true gent and a real warrior." said Madigan at Monday's training session.

Best of Luck Andy from all at Sports Academy.