With over 100 fights on the international Muay Thai circuit, Shannon’s career includes National, Commonwealth, and South Pacific titles, and a No. 6 ranking in the WMTC World Rankings. After retiring, Shannon turned his attention to training the next generation of fighters, eager to share the lessons he learned from his time in the ring. Shannon's journey began at the iconic Boonchu Gym on the Gold Coast, where he trained alongside some of the pioneers of Muay Thai in Australia and New Zealand. Having competed against many of the world’s top fighters, Shannon often found himself intrigued by the stories behind the athletes – who they were before stepping into the ring, and what shaped them into the fighters they became.

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In his own life, Shannon's journey has covered many challenges with mental health, addictions, grief, and plenty of pain and struggles along the way. But Shannon also had a lot of hope, with mentors and good people to look up to as he went along. The FightScene is about sharing the wisdom, knowledge and inspiration from the men & women who have done the work in the ring, with a younger generation who need good people to look up to.

 

In each episode, Shannon interviews top trainers and fighters from Australia and New Zealand, offering an inside look at the lives and experiences of the individuals behind the gloves. The channel serves as a virtual mentor for up-and-coming fighters, providing them with access to inspiring figures they can look up to and learn from.

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Whether you're an aspiring fighter, a fan of Muay Thai, or just someone seeking personal growth through discipline and resilience, The FightScene offers a unique space to learn from the best.