Behind the Boots

Nov 08 2023 1
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Welcome to the Behind the Boots podcast.  

We're Marcia and Kat, fellow football parents, who like you, spend hours on the sidelines supporting our young players. Together we share in the amazing stories of parents who have navigated the world of youth football. 

Tune in as we explore the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way. 

Get ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired!

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Episode 15. Fernando explains his teachings of gratitude and sacrifice for his sons to succeed in football and life

Nov 08 2023 51 mins  
Fernando is a proud father from Colombia whose two sons are excelling in the world of youth football. One is a Premier League academy goalkeeper, while the younger son is training to be a referee.Fernando shares how his cultural values of work ethic and commitment have influenced his son's passion for the game.Watch the FULL Behind the Boots Series One OUT NOW on our app! ⭐️Cli

Episode 14. "Your son or daughter's obsession with the game has to surpass yours."

Nov 01 2023 56 mins  
The honesty and self-awareness of Anayo father of a talented youngest who played at top UK academies, openly shared his challenges, acknowledging his role in the difficulties which undoubtly impacted his son's progression. Listen to his moments of self-reflection as he admits to placing excessive pressure on his son and overstepping boundaries with the academy staff and rules. This

Episode 13. "Rejected by Chelsea, rejected by Watford, rejected by QPR, he was about to train as a gardener" say Jim & Sue, parents of Chris Mepham

Oct 26 2023 56 mins  
Jim and Sue Mepham, the proud parents of professional footballer Chris Mepham at Bournemouth FC. Here we explore their remarkable journey of how his parents supported Chris through the highs and lows of the industry. Constant setbacks almost led him to train as a gardener with his uncle, but with some extra encouragement from his mum Sue, he was willing to give it one last go. This

Episode 12. Alain & Vanessa parents who foster a winning mindset in football

Sep 29 2023 57 mins  
"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 a champion mentality. Like many, they've supported their son through the highs and lows of youth football, but despite challenges like their son's injuries and living away from home, they remained steadfast in their support, creating a positive environ

Episode 11. The power of emotional control: Bola's lessons for parents from a Premier League Academy

Sep 21 2023 49 mins  
“I’m so sorry that I did that and I promise that will never happen again - from me”In this episode, we talk to Bola Ranson, whose son is a goalkeeper at a premier league academy. Through success at Arsenal, England call-ups, education, day-release, extra coaching, siblings and identity - Bola generously and honestly covered it all! His openness, down-to-earth attitude and app

Episode 10. Les, father of Premier League star Emile Smith Rowe, shares his invaluable insights that every parent should know...

Sep 14 2023 60 mins  
"There was a time he wanted to give the game up, the pressure was immense..."Welcome to the Behind the Boots parent podcast episode featuring a truly inspiring guest, Les Smith-Rowe, the father of Arsenal's talented footballer, Emile Smith-Rowe. Join us as we dive into the untold stories of raising a Premier League player straight from the source.In this episode, Les opens up about

Episode 9. Liliana and Mikey's Parent Football Journey - Tales of Resilience Through Injuries and Triumphs

Sep 07 2023 59 mins  
"Football is something, but it's not who your child is".Liliana and Mikey share their stories of supporting their three sons, two in football and one in the music industry. Mikey's experience as a world-famous musician from the 80s band Culture Club gives him unique insight into the journey of success in demanding industries. Together they share their experiences of navigating inju

Episode 8. Troy Townsend's Eye-Opening Insights on The Realities of Youth Football

Aug 31 2023 76 mins  
"Parents have got to reflect on what comes out of their mouths."Get ready for an eye-opening episode of Behind the Boots! Join us as we speak with Troy Townsend, a seasoned professional in the football industry. From his own playing career to coaching and his current role as Head of Development at Kick It Out, Troy has a wealth of experience and insights to share. As the father of

Episode 7. This journey is not for the fainthearted

Aug 23 2023 56 mins  
In this episode, we talked to Emma and Brad, parents with four boys navigating the world of youth football within an elite academy. They share their experiences, insights, and wisdom on how they manage crazy schedules and logistics and manage to stay positive throughout the journey. This was such a fun, honest conversation which we are sure you will enjoy. Watch the FULL Behind the

Episode 5. Trusting the Process: A Story of Nurturing a Son's Football Dream

Aug 23 2023 61 mins  
"Nobody gives you a textbook to tell you how to support them"Sarah and Steve Morris are the ultimate support team for their son, James Morris, who spent over a decade at his Dad’s boyhood football club. In this podcast episode, they talked about stepping back, trusting the academy process, and standing by all the decisions they made. They navigated some very challenging times but