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……
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Bola: The Highs and Lows of the Academy Journey.
Bola: riding the highs & lows In this podcast snippet, we meet Bola, a super supportive parent of a goalkeeper in a Premier League academy. Bola…
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 Release
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…
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…
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…
Alejandra: The Pressure of the Word ‘Sacrifice’.
In pursuit of happiness: “The moment it’s not fun for them, surely we stop” This “Behind the Boots” clip delves into Alejandra’s unique perspective as…
Joanne: Positivity, Communication and Self-Drive
Lioness’s mum, Joanne Stanway’s Top Tips for Supporting Your Child’s Youth Football Journey. Get ready for a dose of wisdom from Joanne Stanway, the proud mother…
Chuka: Earning a Living From Football is an Achievement
Here’s a clip from our Behind the Boots podcast! With Chuka Iwobi, the Dad of Premer League Player Alex Iwobi. Chuka generously shares his experiences and…