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As part of an impressive family legacy in pro football, Dave shares his emotional rollercoaster ride through the game. From attending training with his dad, Alvin, at West Ham to signing for Liverpool then MK Dons to being out of contract with a young family to ultimately becoming GK for West Ham in the Premier League, not that we got to talk about most of that but, rather how challenging pro football felt for him most of the time and why, including the one game he still can't watch back. Dave's vulnerability clearly comes through as he recounts some tough times, we thank him for his openness in sharing with us.

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If you are or someone you know is struggling with mental and emotional health issues please get in touch with your GP, a registered support organisation such as MIND or The Samaritans, for gambling issues contact Gamblers Anonymous or, if you are a professional football player you can also contact The PFA on 07500 000 777 for free support and advice

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From humble beginnings to living in Dubai, from dreaming of playing in the Premier League to begging Aidy Boothroyd to 'take me out the game', and from co-authoring a book and presenting to the Dragons in Dragon's Den to appearing on Couples Come Dine With Me

The expected highs and lows of a football life from the outside looking in maybe, but Rich shares with us how he experienced his football journey, including how he preferred not being criticised to being effective in goal, severe anxiety, and struggling with overthinking and dreading games, yet never conceeding more than four goals in a game.

Thank you for listening and supporting us. If you have any comments or would like us to consider sharing your story in this space contact us at thechangingroom.online

If you are or someone you know is struggling with mental and emotional health issues please get in touch with your GP, a registered support organisation such as MIND or The Samaritans, for gambling issues contact Gamblers Anonymous or, if you are a professional football player you can also contact The PFA on 07500 000 777 for free support and advice

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Bobby Hassell, boasts a 27 year career in football, so far, including 499 appearances. His loyalty to and conscientiousness for Barnsley FC continues in his current role as Academy Director. But what has this journey felt like for Bobby? What did the ups and downs feel like along the way and were the downs worth the ups?
This episode provides a unique insight into a player who experienced a profound change towards the back end of his playing career, a change he arguably needed to experience to be where he is today.

Thank you for listening and supporting us. If you have any comments or would like us to consider sharing your story in this space contact us at thechangingroom.online

If you are or someone you know is struggling with mental and emotional health issues please get in touch with your GP, a registered support organisation such as MIND or The Samaritans, for gambling issues contact Gamblers Anonymous or, if you are a professional football player you can also contact The PFA on 07500 000 777 for free support and advice