Expert advice, lived experience & community support, all in one place!

Football is full of rules. But when it comes to parenting a young player, most of us are figuring it out as we go. Whether your child plays grassroots or academy, this one-day event is designed to support you, the parent with trusted advice, honest conversations, and a community that gets it.

What to Expect 

• Expert-led workshops on player pathways, being a No1 Fan, digital health and industry insights
  

• Panel talks with parents of young professionals (boys and girls) and an ex-young footballer  

• Supporting the Dream: A conversation with Marcia Lewis and Les Rowe 

• A supportive space to connect, ask questions and feel heard 

• Breakout activities and informal networking zones 

• Lunch is on us! Grab a plate, meet our partners, and see what support is out there. 

Who It’s For 

• Parents and carers of U9 to U16 children in grassroots or academy football, whether you’ve been doing this for years or just getting started.

  *No kids this time, this space is just for you.* 

Guest Speakers include: 

• Marcia Lewis — Founder of No1FanClub and proud mum of Myles Lewis-Skelly (Arsenal & England) 

• Les Rowe — Father of Emile Smith-Rowe, one of Fulham’s finest 

• Kate Iorpenda — Mother of two young professionals and parenting lead with deep insight into player journeys and experiences 

• Chris Platts — An expert in career planning for young footballers, based on his research with academy players
  

• Beth Kerr — Wellbeing expert with practical advice on how to keep your family, and yourself in a good place 

• Stephanie Ijoma – Gaming expert sharing insights on forming healthy gaming habits to maintain on pitch performance

• Eve Emaru – A specialist Sports Physiotherapist, with a deep understanding of growth, injury and recovery in football.

More speakers to be announced in the coming weeks. 

This is the London Edition, next stop Manchester!

Ticket Info & Event Details:
Early Bird – £28 (sold out)
Standard tickets – £35
9:00 am Arrival & Registration
9:30 am Event Start Time (prompt)

NOTE: If the cost of tickets is a barrier for you and your child is on free school meals, we have a selection of tickets set aside and would love to help you attend.  Please complete this contact us form and include the words “Supported Tickets” and we will be in contact with you  

Part of the No1FanClub Parent Conference Series
Delivered in partnership with #MerkyFC a collaboration between Stormzy, and adidas.

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