• Brendon Batson: Football Pioneer and Big Ron Betrayal - Part Two

  • Apr 11 2025
  • Duración: 47 m
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Brendon Batson: Football Pioneer and Big Ron Betrayal - Part Two

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  • Welcome to It Was What It Was for part two of our interview with Brendan Batson, a trailblazer in English football.


    Brendon tells Jonathan and Rob about his impactful time at West Bromwich Albion as part of the iconic 'Three Degrees' with Cyrille Regis and Laurie Cunningham.


    We discuss his teammates, the tragic losses and his work to combat racism. Brendon also gives us an insight into the personal impact of his former manager Ron Atkinson's notorious comments on live television.


    00:00 Introduction and Overview

    01:07 Brendan Batson's Early Career and Challenges

    03:00 The China Tour Experience

    06:20 The Three Degrees Phenomenon

    12:32 Impact and Legacy of Black Players

    18:37 Knee Injury and Career Transition

    20:10 Coaching Courses and Philosophies

    24:24 The Evolution of a Coaching Philosophy

    24:42 The One-Size-Fits-All Approach

    25:50 Player Welfare and Career Transitions

    27:59 Tragic Losses and Their Impact

    28:38 The Legacy of Laurie Cunningham

    32:33 Racism in Football: A Personal Betrayal

    38:20 The Complexity of Racism in Football

    41:21 The Fight Against Racism: Past and Present

    46:17 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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