The CORRECT Parental Support System for Young Footballers |Marcia Lewis|Beyond Football Podcast EP18

Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ-nwR5edMODelU3OsaVTNA/join In this episode of the Beyond Football podcast, we had a special guest, Marcia, the founder of the number one fan club and parent of a rising footballer, Miles Lewis Kelly. The episode delved into Marcia's unique perspective as a parent navigating the world of football alongside her son. The conversation started with Marcia sharing her personal journey with football, revealing that she and her family were not initially football enthusiasts. However, her son, Miles, got into football due to his active nature, leading him to join a Sunday League team and eventually progress through various development centers and academies. Marcia highlighted the importance of parental support and the sacrifices made to facilitate her son's football journey. She emphasised the need for balance and managing expectations, encouraging parents to prioritise their well-being while supporting their children's aspirations. The discussion touched on the challenges faced by parents in the football industry, including lack of information, communication issues, and navigating the academy system. Marcia shared insights from her research on the experiences of parents in academies, highlighting the need for better support and resources for parents. The conversation also explored the role of role models, communication within the team surrounding young players, and the transition post-academy for players. Marcia emphasized the importance of building a supportive team around young players and making informed decisions about their future in football. Overall, the episode provided valuable insights into the world of football from a parent's perspective, shedding light on the complexities and challenges faced by families in supporting young footballers. Marcia's journey and experiences offered a unique and insightful look into the realities of navigating the football industry as a parent. ⬇️ REMEMBER TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE TO US ON SPOTIFY HERE ⬇️ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondfootball/subscribe REMEMBER TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! FOLLOW MY SOCIALS: Instagram // https://www.instagram.com/daniel.jinadu/?hl=en Twitter // https://twitter.com/danieljinadu1 TikTok // https://vm.tiktok.com/ZS3d6QXF/ #BeyondFootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices