Former Plymouth Argyle midfielder David Norris will step into the boxing ring for a major charity event in London this October. The 45-year-old is one of fourteen ex-professional footballers taking part in 'A Night to Remember III' at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Thursday, October 22, as reported by Plymouth Live.
Norris, a popular figure from his time at Home Park, has been paired against former Republic of Ireland international striker Simon Cox. The black-tie event promises drama, entertainment and significant charity impact, with proceeds supporting the Willow Foundation, Helping Hands Barnet, Playskill, and Sport in Mind. Organisers Pro Project Promotions, founded by ex-Arsenal and Argyle goalkeeper Graham Stack, have already raised over £201,500 for good causes through the first two editions.
What is the format of the event?
The charity boxing night features several high-profile match-ups between former professionals. The main event will see Jay Emmanuel-Thomas take on Nile Ranger. Another notable bout is a North London derby clash between former Arsenal defender Armand Traore and ex-Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Sebastien Bassong. The event's founder, Graham Stack, expressed his enthusiasm for the line-up. "This is our biggest and most emotional line-up yet," Stack said. "Every one of these lads has a story worth telling."
Stack, who made six appearances for Plymouth Argyle on loan during the 2008/09 season, highlighted the broader reach of the initiative. Documentaries about the first two events will soon be available on Amazon Prime. "With the documentaries landing on Amazon Prime, more people than ever are going to see what this really means," Stack added. "We have raised over £201,500 for charity in our first two events and we want the Grosvenor on 22nd October to be our biggest night yet."
Where does Argyle's current season stand?
The news about Norris comes as the current Plymouth Argyle squad prepares for its next League One fixture. The team travels to face Doncaster Rovers on Saturday, September 5. Steven Schumacher's side currently sits 16th in the table with four points from their opening four matches, recording one win, one draw, and two losses. Their recent form reads LWDL. You can track their progress on our standings page.
Argyle's attack has netted four goals so far this campaign, but they have conceded six, leaving them with a minus-two goal difference. They are six points behind early leaders Huddersfield Town. The match against 20th-placed Doncaster represents an opportunity to climb the table ahead of a run of games you can check on our fixtures page.
How can fans follow the charity event?
Supporters interested in David Norris's foray into boxing can watch the stories behind the fights unfold online. The documentaries for 'A Night to Remember I' and 'II' will be available for streaming on Amazon Prime, bringing the charity's mission to a wider audience. The event itself is strictly invite-only, adhering to its black-tie dress code.
The participation of former players like Norris and Stack keeps Plymouth Argyle connected to charitable endeavours beyond the pitch. It also offers fans a different kind of sporting contest to follow. For details on the current players carrying the torch at Home Park, visit our squad section. Plymouth Argyle's next challenge is an away trip to the Keepmoat Stadium to play Doncaster Rovers this weekend.
