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……
Category: Academy
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…
Troy: Navigating the Challenges of Academy Football
This snippet from our chat with Troy Townsend, father of Professional Footballer Andros Townsend, shares his experiences and insights into parenting challenges in the world…
Alejandra: Academy Retain and Release Process
In this clip, Alejandra tells of her days at an academy supporting her two sons as they strived to develop into professional players. Some things…
Dan Micciche: Education and the Impact of Day ReleaseÂ
In this Experts clip, Dan Micciche highlights the importance of parents understanding the implications of day release from school. Day release is a period each…
Coach Manisha Tailor: Communicating With Clubs
Manisha Tailor addresses the challenges in youth football academies. She emphasises the need to redefine parental expectations due to the low probability of young players…
Jim & Sue: Family and Football, The Struggle and the Juggle
In this clip from our chat with Jim and Sue Mepham, parents of professional footballer Chris Mepham, we get a glimpse into the realities of…
Supporting Girls’ Football Development
As a parent or guardian supporting a young girl in football, you might be wondering about the development pathway for women’s football in England. At…
What is Safeguarding in Youth Football?
What every parent and guardian should know: As a parent or guardian involved in youth football, you’ve likely heard the term “safeguarding” thrown about. But…
Thomas Brosnan: The Car Journey Home
In this clip, Thomas Brosnan, a Psychotherapist and Behaviour Change Expert, shares how sometimes it’s best to do nothing and that sometimes a small shift…