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EPISODE · Dec 25, 2025 · 38 MIN

[EN] E3: Embracing Type 1 Diabetes as a Young Athlete | U18 Football Talent Ray Morton

from Out of Range · host David Van der Vloet

In this episode, young U18 footballer Ray Morton playing for the Belgian Pro League Team Zulte Waregem shares his journey of adapting to life with type 1 diabetes after being diagnosed just five months ago. He discusses his passion for football, the challenges he faced with his diagnosis, and how he has learned to manage his diabetes while continuing to pursue his athletic career at full speed. Ray emphasizes the importance of a positive mindset, a strong support system, and the need for representation in the diabetes community. His story serves as an inspiration for others living with diabetes, especially for young people with a recent diagnosis, showing that it is possible to thrive in sports and life despite the challenges.VIDEO CHAPTERS 📖02:54 Journey to Professional Football05:57 Facing a New Challenge: Type 1 Diabetes08:51 Building a Support System11:49 Adapting to Life with Diabetes14:51 Managing Diabetes in Sports17:52 Daily Routines and Match Day Strategies21:07 Overcoming Obstacles and Finding Positives23:56 The Importance of Representation27:02 Inspiring Others with Type 1 Diabetes30:06 Final Thoughts and Future AspirationsKEY TAKEAWAYS FROM RAY:Playing with heart is essential in sports.A type 1 diabetes diagnosis can be a real shock.Support from family and friends is crucial.Managing diabetes requires discipline and awareness.Athletes can thrive with type 1 diabetes.A positive mindset is key to overcoming challenges.Representation matters for young athletes with diabetes.SUBSCRIBE AND CONNECT:* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewiUN1tx7gA&list=PLjyf3aAvVpqDKWdb6KkaGPszgL6UZ1RkN&index=3* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverbackdown.be* Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5RycNAvqmHUnDRGz2f3Gsp?si=c27dde98a4b14772* Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/en-e3-embracing-type-1-diabetes-as-a-young-athlete/id1862088581?i=1000742700345* Follow Ray Morton: https://www.instagram.com/ray.morton5/[NL] Nederlandse SamenvattingAflevering3: Omgaan met Diabetes Type 1 als Jonge Atleet | U18 Voetbaltalent Ray MortonIn deze aflevering deelt U18 voetballer bij Zulte Waregem Ray Morton hoe hij zich aanpaste aan een leven met type 1 diabetes na zijn diagnose van pas 5 maanden geleden. Hij spreekt over zijn passie voor voetbal, de uitdagingen die zijn diagnose stelde en hoe hij heeft geleerd om met diabetes om te gaan terwijl zijn voetbalcarrière in volle vaart verder ging. Ray benadrukt hoe belangrijk een positieve mindset en een goede ondersteuning zijn voor mensen met type 1 diabetes, maar is ondanks zijn jonge leeftijd ook al heel actief binnen de diabetes community. Zijn verhaal is uitermate inspirerend voor iedereen met type 1 diabetes, maar zeker voor jongeren die recent een diagnose kregen. Hij toont met verve dat je op hoog niveau kunt presteren met diabetes, zowel in de sport als in het leven, ondanks de uitdagingen die de aandoening met zich meebrengt.

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