

To change everything, she gave everything.
Claressa Shields, a high school junior from Flint, Michigan, aided by her tough-love coach, Jason Crutchfield, pushes past all limitations to become the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing. But even at the pinnacle of success, Claressa has to reckon with the fact that not all dreams are created equal, and the real fight has only just begun.

Claressa 'T-Rex' Shields

Jason Crutchfield

Jackie Shields

Young Claressa (Running)
USA Team Officer

Coach Parker

Female Clerk

Mickey
Clarence

Team USA Teammate

Donte Green

AJ