Celebrating the fighters who shaped Newbiggin Boxing Club. This section honours the champions, characters and community heroes who built our legacy — the men and women whose dedication, discipline and heart continue to inspire every boxer who walks through our doors today.
Newbiggin Legends
Meet the boxers who put our club on the map. Their grit, skill and unforgettable performances continue to inspire every young fighter stepping into the ring
Paul Scott
56 | COACH | Newbiggin Boxing Club
Paul is a highly respected coach whose journey in the sport began at just 12 years old at Newbiggin Sports Centre. In 1984, his father Ray Scott, a hugely respected figure within England Boxing took him to Blyth to train under Billy Craigs. Ray played a major role in Paul’s development and remained a constant source of guidance and support throughout his boxing life.
When Blyth sadly closed in 1987, Paul returned to Newbiggin, a move that ultimately led to the creation and growth of Newbiggin ABC. Paul went on to enjoy a highly successful amateur career, completing an impressive 104 bouts, gaining invaluable experience that would later shape him as a coach.
Paul’s passion for coaching started early, even before he gained his official coaching badges in 1990, while he was still actively competing. In 1994, he turned professional, fighting on the Chris Eubank bill at Whitley Bay in 1995, and completing a professional career of 12 fights.
After hanging up the gloves, Paul transitioned seamlessly into full-time coaching. His impact was immediate, producing his first two national champions in 1996. One of his proudest achievements was coaching his son Lewis Scott through 59 amateur bouts and into a professional career. Many of these successful years were shared alongside his father Ray, with both men playing a key role in developing numerous champions and respected fighters.
Boxing is Paul Scott’s life and passion, but he has always balanced it alongside his family commitments. He successfully manages coaching while running his own family business and being a proud grandfather to four grandkids, continuing to give back to the sport that has shaped his life.
Grant Brotherton
69 Bouts | 1993
Grant had his first boxing bout at Newbiggin Sports Centre in 1993, and fittingly, his last senior bout also took place there in 2009.
He started boxing at just 10 years old, stepping into the ring for his first bout at 11.
In 1996, Grant made history by becoming the first boxer from Newbiggin to win a National title. He went on to win two National titles, finished runner-up in a third, earned 10 England vests, and had the honour of captaining the England squad.
At 16, he was part of the first intake to the International Boxing Academy, before later transitioning into professional MMA.
During his amateur career, Grant’s idols included Prince Naseem, later followed by Ricky Hatton—with Naseem being a huge inspiration of that era.
Grant’s main coach was Paul Scott, supported by Ray Scott and many boxing legends who passed through Newbiggin throughout the 90s and into the new millennium. He was guided by numerous mentors along the way, some sadly no longer with us, all of whom played a vital role in his journey.
One of the most memorable moments of Grant’s journey came at the age of 15, when he was selected to represent England in South Africa. With neither his family nor the club able to cover the cost, the Newbiggin community and his school rallied together—including a non-uniform day where every child donated 50p.
It was Grant’s first time on a plane, and the team toured South Africa for two weeks, competing in three fights. That incredible show of community spirit helped make a dream come true—something Grant hopes to help preserve so no child in Newbiggin ever misses out on an opportunity.
Grant’s message to young boxers:
Never give up. Dream big. The sky is the limit. Boxing teaches discipline, belief, and resilience—everything needed to achieve your dreams.
