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Tuesday 7th May 2019

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A Guide to Become a Pro – John Davidson’s Insight

The £1 Billion Stadium – Tottenham Hotspur’s New Home

Ole’s at the Wheel – Should Man United Stick or Twist?

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After the final game of the 18/19 season, Greg James interviewed an up and coming star in the Premier League, John Davidson and asked a question on every young boy’s lips: What does it take to become a pro?

“I’m sure most young lads aspire to become a pro, but the football world is very competitive and to be a pro there will be sacrifices and hard work along the way.

First of all, everyone has to start somewhere, so I advise all of you young lads reading this to join a Sunday league team. This is a great first step because you never know who’s watching among the parents every Sunday. If you’re lucky, a scout may be interested in you. Personally, I joined a local team in Essex called Thurrock Tigers and during my man of the match performance in a cup final, a scout gave me an opportunity to join Southend’s academy.

This links to my next point because you need to take any opportunity, otherwise you may regret it and be on the wrong path to becoming a pro.

Once you have signed your first pro contract, just enjoy playing football. I know this is a cliché, but if you don’t enjoy what you’re doing, you won’t improve and lose your one chance to make a name for yourself in the football world. Also, make sure to train really hard and persevere through the hard times because if you have a giving up attitude, you’ll be dropped from the academy in no time.

My next step is to stay patient because if your performances on the pitch are impressive, you’ll soon work your way up the academy and earn yourself first team football.

I hope this guide has answered your questions. I hope to see you lads in the future playing pro football.”

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