JG
@JohnnyGorman92
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Trainee Clinical Psychologist
Manchester, England
Joined March 2011
Less than 1% of academy players ever play a single minute of first-team football. So, what happens to the 99% who don’t ‘make it’?.
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"Nobody wants to stop players from dreaming, but football needs to change its treatment of youngsters.".
At the end of June, all 92 clubs across England’s top four divisions file their retained and released player lists with the English Football League or the Premier League, with a typical top-flight club releasing more than a dozen players — many of whom have never played senior
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RT @TheAthleticFC: At the end of June, all 92 clubs across England’s top four divisions file their retained and released player lists with….
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RT @Millar_Colin: Only 1 of every 200 academy players make a career in football. @JohnnyGorman92 has asked what happens to the 99% who do….
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Clubs have begun to put support those let go, but research shows mental health, lack of self-worth and loss of identity are common issues
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Click the link below to read more on:.• Coping with release .• The need for Aftercare .• What’s being done now?.• The case for Pre-care .• And a warning for parents.
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Their deaths paint a heartbreaking picture of a system that builds young men up and then discards them with no safety net. This points to a critical lack of support and Aftercare across the footballing system.
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Beyond our study, countless young players have faced deeply difficult transitions out of the game. In the most tragic of outcomes, at least five young men – including Jeremy Wisten and Matthew Langton – have died by suicide after being released.
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Aftercare from clubs was described as “non-existent.”. “Nah, no one (from the club) checked up on you”. Instead, participants felt forgotten about. Neglected. Left to pick up the pieces themselves without support. At the time they needed it the most.
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Our research found that being released triggered an identity crisis. Players suddenly lost their purpose and direction – exiled with no support and no plan B. They felt exposed and vulnerable. Leaving them in a state of disorientation, lasting years.
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The transfer window is opening (again). But the released and retained lists of clubs have also been quietly published. The majority are young players – many have no future in the game. What happens to them?.
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Why do some young footballers feel a sense of relief once they’re released from the game?. Click the link to read more ⬇️ .
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“𝐀 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐰𝐢𝐜𝐞.”. 99% of young footballers don't.'make it'. What happens once they're released?. My first Substack post explores what happens when the dream dies – grounded in research and insider insight.
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Really important research happening on body image and/or disordered eating in sport. If you are a current or former male athlete and want to share your experiences, see ⬇️.
Recruiting participants for my #DClinPsy thesis 📢. We are looking for current or former male athletes with experiences of disordered eating. If you are interested, please contact me via email: l.clark14@lancaster.ac.uk. Your story makes a difference!. Further details below ⬇️
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RT @laurieclark97: Recruiting participants for my #DClinPsy thesis 📢. We are looking for current or former male athletes with experiences o….
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RT @DanAbrahams77: New episode of The Sport Psych Show! This week I speak with @JohnnyGorman92 - trainee clinical psychologist and former p….
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Really enjoyed talking with @DanAbrahams77 on the Sport Psych Show. We discussed my latest research, unpacked some key findings, and explored further the impact of release for many young players. Thanks for having me on!.
New episode of The Sport Psych Show! This week I speak with @JohnnyGorman92 - trainee clinical psychologist and former professional footballer. We speak about the impact of being released at a young age can have on footballers. Listen here
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RT @DanAbrahams77: New episode of The Sport Psych Show! This week I speak with @JohnnyGorman92 - trainee clinical psychologist and former p….
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And a special thanks to the interviewees. This paper could not have happened without their willingness to be vulnerable and open.
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