Episode 13: Meet Sue & Jim Mepham-From Setbacks to Success (Full Interview)

No1Fan April 25, 2024

"Rejected by Chelsea, rejected by Watford, rejected by QPR..." Jim and Sue Mepham, the proud parents of professional footballer Chris Mepham from Bournemouth FC. Here…

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