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Craig Dundas
PLAYER STORY “It’s never too late” Craig Dundas Former Sutton United player Craig Dundas on achieving a lifelong dream and preparing for life beyond football. Craig enjoyed a long and distinguished football career, including captaining Sutton United through one of the most successful periods in the club’s history. After years of dedication outside the Football…
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Ellen White
PLAYER STORY “More than a footballer” Ellen White, MBE England’s record goal scorer, Ellen White, on transferable skills, education and finding a new direction beyond the game. Ellen enjoyed an exceptional playing career at club and international level, becoming England’s record goal scorer and one of the most recognisable figures in the women’s game. Before…
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Simon Haworth
PLAYER STORY “I thought somebody would save me” Simon Haworth Former Wales international on retirement, isolation and rebuilding life after football. Simon Haworth enjoyed a successful professional career that included Premier League football and international honours. Forced to retire through injury at just 27, Simon speaks candidly about the emotional, psychological and practical challenges that…
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Jon-Paul Pittman
PLAYER STORY “The more well-rounded you are the better” Jon-Paul Pittman Development Coach, Brentford FC | Former Professional Footballer Jon-Paul Pittman enjoyed a long professional playing career before moving into coaching and player development. Now working with young players at Brentford FC, he combines practical football experience with academic study, helping the next generation understand…
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Tom Rennardson
PLAYER STORY “I want to be more than just a footballer” Tom Rennardson Former Grimsby Town scholar on resilience, education and creating opportunities beyond the game. Tom Rennardson spent two years in the academy system at Grimsby Town, enjoying memorable Youth Cup runs and opportunities to train alongside senior professionals. Despite performing well and being…
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Toby Bull
PLAYER STORY “Football gives you a career. Purpose gives you direction” Toby Bull Former Brighton & Hove Albion Goalkeeper, Entrepreneur and Content Creator. Toby Bull experienced the highs of academy and first-team football before seeing injury and circumstance alter the course of his playing career. Rather than viewing education and business as a fallback, Toby…
