NI MMA star Leah McCourt to feature in new BBC show 'Go Hard or Go Home'

Author: Emma DicksonPublished 21st Feb 2023
Last updated 21st Feb 2023

Northern Ireland's MMA star Leah McCourt has taken part in a brand new show on BBC Three - Go Hard of Go Home.

This adrenalin-fuelled reality show sees eight people who feel ‘lost in life’ pair up with eight fitness pros to compete in epic challenges designed to push their minds and bodies to the absolute limit.

Experts in their field, the pros are known as ‘The Warriors, and have each overcame hardships in their own lives using sport and fitness.

A bio from the BBC reads: “As the days pass, the Trainees get stronger and the challenges get tougher - but not all the pairs will make it to the end of the month, as only the strongest can stay on the island.

“Prepare to be on the edge of your seat to see the brave Trainees pushed physically as they take on brutal challenges, create relationships which are tested to their limits and undergo incredible transformations – are you ready to Go Hard or Go Home?”

NI MMA fighter, Leah McCourt is no stranger to overcoming challenges in her life.

Belfast’s first professional female fighter, Leah fell in love with the concept of the show, she said: “The show is a positive concept with great character and role models as Warriors. I felt a lot of young people could relate to the problems others were facing on the show.

“I would be able to offer key advice and practical help to young people who are struggling so I had to be a part of the show.

When asked what viewers can expect, Leah adds: “Drama, laughs and inspiration!”

Hosted by Jordan North and led by Paul Olima AKA Coach, the show lands on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer every Sunday at 9pm.

Leah shared a sneak peek on social media 👇

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