Episode 41 - Sporting Excellence Professional Apprenticeship

In Episode 41 of the 2 on 1 - Powerchair Football Podcas𝐭, powered by MK Battery, Ryan Sipple is joined by WFA Chairperson Dean Williams and Senior Development Manager Adam McEvoy for a special International Day of Persons with Disabilities episode - and the official launch of the Sporting Excellence Professional Apprenticeship.Together, they unpack the thinking behind the apprenticeship, why this moment is so significant for the sport, and how the three-year programme blends football development, education, mentoring, and life skills in a way Powerchair Football has never offered before. The conversation also explores the recent WFA restructure, the growing demands across clubs and leagues, and the broader long-term vision to expand opportunities across the sport.A huge thank you to MK Battery for powering the podcast and for their continued support as the official streaming partner of The WFA for 2025/26. Their investment underpins every National League broadcast and so much of the visibility the sport now enjoys.