The Fire Within is the inspiring true story of Clarissa Shields, arguably the greatest female boxer of all time. Clarissa, a high school student from Flint, Michigan, with the support of her tough coach Jason Crutchfield, overcomes all odds to become the first American woman to win Olympic gold in boxing. But even at the height of success, Clarissa must keep in mind that not all dreams are the same, and the real battle is just beginning.