Coach Manisha Tailor: Re-defining Parents’ Expectations
Manisha Tailor, International Development Coach, discusses the realities of youth football academies. She emphasises the low success rate of players progressing to professional contracts and……
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Chris Ramsey, MBE: Impact of the Release Process on Players and their Families.
In the short clip, Chris Ramsey, MBE, a well-respected football executive having worked at top clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur and Queen’s Park Rangers, shares his……
Coach Manisha Tailor: Be Measured in How You Support Your Child
International Development Coach, Manisha Tailor, offers advice to parents of young footballers in academies. She reminds them of the importance of supporting children through their……
Dr Andrea Firth: Be Careful Using the Word ‘Sacrifice’
Unlock the power of language in youth football with Dr. Andrea Firth, Leeds United FC’s first team Psychologist, in this insightful snippet from ‘The Real……
Sky Andrew: Understanding Pathways and Having the ‘Right’ Supportive Network
In this clip from the Real Sideline Expert series, sports agent Sky Andrew talks about how important it is for parents to understand the different……
Chris Robinson: Parents, Understand The Role of A Scout
In this Real Sideline Expert clip, Chris Robinson, a professional scout of over 30 years, offers a fascinating look at grassroots scouting for top clubs.……
Episode 11: Meet Bola-Enjoy it, While it Lasts (Full Interview)
“I will never do that again.” In this episode of Behind the Boots, we talked to Bola, whose son is a goalkeeper and scholar at……
Per Mertesacker: Life Lessons In Youth Football
Balancing Expectations, Injuries, and Priorities in Football. Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker dissects the intricacies of defending in this exclusive clip. Gain insights from a true……
Per Mertesacker: The Impact of Parent Role Modelling
Per Mertesacker, Academy Manager at Arsenal Football Club, emphasises parents’ crucial role in supporting and nurturing their children’s growth in youth football. Per stresses that……
Beyond Release: What Next?
Kate Iorpenda, reflects on the release process and the challenge of finding new clubs As a mum who has supported two sons through a decade……