The Story
Footballer.
Storyteller.
My journey through football has taken me from elite academy environments in England to European competition, professional football in Germany, historic moments in Canada and now into football storytelling, media, public speaking and player development.
At A
Glance
The key chapters that shaped my football story and the credibility behind my platform.
West Ham United
Progressed through the academy and made my first-team debut in the UEFA Europa League.
Arsenal Academy
Developed within one of England’s most respected academy environments.
Germany
Became one of the first English-born players in almost 40 years to represent Hannover 96.
Canada
Scored the first goal in Cavalry FC history and represented clubs in the Canadian Premier League.
The
Journey
Football is never just the headline moment. It is the work, the setbacks, the dressing rooms, the travel and the lessons in between.
I grew through football environments where standards mattered every day. Being around top academy players and professional dressing rooms taught me early that talent alone is never enough. You need discipline, resilience, timing and the ability to adapt when the path changes.
My West Ham United journey gave me the chance to step into first-team football and make my debut in the UEFA Europa League. My time connected to Arsenal’s academy environment gave me another perspective on elite youth development and what it takes to compete around high-level players.
Moving abroad brought another layer to my career. Germany tested me technically, mentally and culturally. Canada gave me the chance to be part of something new, score a historic first goal for Cavalry FC and experience football in a growing league with a different energy.
What
Shaped Me
The lessons behind the career are just as important as the clubs on the CV.
Elite Standards
Academy football showed me the level of detail, discipline and professionalism needed to survive around top players.
Adaptability
Germany and Canada forced me to adjust to new cultures, new styles, new dressing rooms and different expectations.
Resilience
Football careers are rarely simple. Setbacks, injuries, moves and uncertainty all shape the player and the person.
What I Do
Today
My work now connects football, media, storytelling, talent development and opportunities beyond the pitch.
Media & Storytelling
- Football storytelling
- YouTube content creation
- Podcast hosting
- Public speaking
- Brand and media collaborations
Half a Yard
- Half a Yard Talent
- Half a Yard Finishing
- Half a Yard Scouting
- Player development insight
- Personal brand and opportunity building
Career
Path
A simplified timeline of the journey so far.
Arsenal and West Ham United
Developed through elite academy environments and learned the standards of professional football.
West Ham United Europa League
Made my West Ham United first-team debut in European competition.
Hannover 96 and VfR Aalen
Continued my professional journey abroad and became part of Hannover 96’s English-player history.
Cavalry FC and Pacific FC
Scored the first goal in Cavalry FC history and played in the Canadian Premier League.
Content, TST and Baller League
Expanded into football storytelling, creator football, YouTube, podcasting and building the Half a Yard businesses.