Dr Andrea Firth: Be Careful Using the Word ‘Sacrifice’
Unlock the power of language in youth football with Dr. Andrea Firth, Leeds United FC’s first team Psychologist, in this insightful snippet from ‘The Real…
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Per Mertesacker: Life Lessons In Youth Football
Arsenal Academy Manager and former Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker talks about how to become a top footballer, you need to also focus on who you…
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…
Episode 15: Meet Fernando- Work Ethic and Football Dreams (Full Interview)
“There are things you have to sacrifice like your time and making less money” Fernando is a proud father from Colombia whose two sons are……
Episode 12: Meet Alain & Vanessa-Parenting Lessons in Creating a Winning Mindset (Full Interview)
“Facing a football club, we were a little bit lost, and a little naive.” Vanessa and Alain went above and beyond to learn to develop……
Sue & Jim: A Supportive Network is Crucial
Beyond the Academy: Chris Mepham’s supportive family & realities of parenting in elite football Join us for an insightful snippet from Behind the Boots as…
Lily & Mikey: Managing Major Injury
I felt terrible – “He had 4 injuries, it was catastrophic ” but he has a great life after football. In this engaging podcast clip,…
Episode 8: Meet Troy- Parenting From Grassroots to the Pro Game (Full Interview)
“It’s about understanding the journey, not just the destination,” Troy explains. In this compelling episode of “Behind the Boots,” we delve into the multifaceted world……
Dr Andrea Firth: Beyond the Game (Full Interview)
Dr. Andrea Firth, a sports psychologist at Leeds United football club and a lecturer at the University College of Football Business, brings a unique perspective……
Per Mertesacker: Nurturing Champions Inside Arsenal’s Academy (Full Interview)
Click to watch more clips from “The Real Sideline Expert” Podcast interviewsSee more clips from Per Mertesacker here. Per Mertesacker, the former towering defender for……