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 a young player’s career. The Mephams open up about the challenges they faced juggling Chris’s demanding training schedule with family life. With both parents working full-time (Jim even holding down two jobs), and two other children to consider, organisation was key.

Sue shares how they managed to support all three children’s interests, not just Chris’s football. From family calendars to tag-team parenting, they reveal the strategies that kept their household running. This snippet offers a honest look at the behind-the-scenes effort that goes into nurturing a football talent while maintaining a balanced family life. It’s a must-watch for any parent navigating the youth football world.

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