Lisa Fallon: ‘We have the opportunity to influence change’

It’s becoming something of a cliche to say that we’re living in ‘unprecedented times’. However, English football is arguably facing its biggest crisis in a generation. The stark reality of financial pressure and the continued absence of fans is biting hard. Fortunately, Lisa Fallon is well-versed in dealing with challenging situations. The London City Lionesses … Continue reading Lisa Fallon: ‘We have the opportunity to influence change’ →

Peter Varney on Charlton, the salary cap and fit and proper owners

It’s the time of year when photos of footballers lying on sun-kissed Balearic beaches are ten a penny. But away from the holiday snaps dominating Instagram, there’s an altogether different picture of life as a professional footballer. It’s a reality that Peter Varney is familiar with. The former Charlton chief executive, who oversaw eight seasons … Continue reading Peter Varney on Charlton, the salary cap and fit and proper owners →

How the ‘biggest psychology programme in Europe’ helped Wycombe make history

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Anthony Stewart’s header hits the back of the net. He peels away to celebrate, his teammates in close attendance. They all know the importance of the goal, which will set the club on course for promotion to the Championship. For the first time in its 133-year history, Wycombe will be playing in the second tier … Continue reading How the ‘biggest psychology programme in Europe’ helped Wycombe make history →

Interview: Mike Calvin

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We're back! In the latest episode of the Beat The Press podcast, we speak to award-winning journalist and author, Mike Calvin. Mike talks to us about leadership in sport, drawing on his experience of co-writing Gareth Thomas's and Alistair Cook's autobiographies. He also gives us a rare glimpse of the realities of football management, recounting … Continue reading Interview: Mike Calvin →

Interview: Leo Pearlman (Sunderland ‘Til I Die exec producer)

In the latest episode of the Beat The Press podcast, we speak to Leo Pearlman, executive producer of Sunderland 'Til I Die. Join us for a discussion that starts with Leo's time on the Roker Park terraces, supporting the club he would go on to make a documentary about. We look at the driving factors … Continue reading Interview: Leo Pearlman (Sunderland ‘Til I Die exec producer) →

Interview: Dr Misia Gervis

In this episode of the Beat The Press podcast, we speak to Dr Misia Gervis, leading sports psychologist and academic. Join us for a fascinating discussion about her time working for the England women's team and the role she has played in supporting academies at Wycombe Wanderers and QPR. We look at how clubs are … Continue reading Interview: Dr Misia Gervis →

Interview: Jonathan Wilson

In the second episode of ‘Beat The Press’ podcast, we speak to journalist Jonathan Wilson, author of the award-winning book 'Inverting The Pyramid' and founder of football quarterly 'The Blizzard'. Join us for a discussion about his latest venture, 'The Squall', a bitesize version of 'The Blizzard' that's also aiming to help freelancers struggling in … Continue reading Interview: Jonathan Wilson →

Interview: The Football History Boys

In the first episode of the Beat The Press podcast, we speak to Ben Jones and Gareth Thomas, founders of ‘The Football History Boys’ website and authors of ‘Football’s Fifty Most Important Moments’. Join us for a discussion about the parallels between the modern-day reaction to football’s suspension and the response in 1914 and 1939. … Continue reading Interview: The Football History Boys →