Not Just Football sees Christine Lampard, Kelly Cates and Hayley McQueen discuss topics that affect women across football and beyond!Christine, Kelly and Hayley...
Carolyn Radford: CEO of Mansfield at 29, Ted Lasso Comparisons & The Future of Football | EP 23
In this episode of Not Just Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, hosts Hayley McQueen, Christine Lampard, and Kelly Cates sit down with Carolyn Radford, the CEO of Mansfield Town.Radford opens up about how life has been since she and her husband, John Radford, bought Mansfield Town in 2015. They also discuss the challenges of becoming a woman in football, and Radford sheds light on becoming CEO of Mansfield at 29 and how her role has developed since she's had children.00:00 - 02:30 Pre show chat02:31 - 03:15 Promo03:16 - 08:10 How Studying Politics at University Set Carolyn up for Life08:11 - 12:02 Taking Over at Mansfield12:03 - 21:15 The Difficulties of Becoming a CEO at 2921:16 - 28:25 Balancing Life with Mansfield28:26 - 30:22 The Future of Mansfield30:23 - 32:05 How Club Ownership is Changing32:06 - 37:12 Women in Football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chris Ramsey: Early Harry Kane, Football Inclusion & Mentoring Youth | EP 22.
In this episode of Not Just Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, hosts Hayley McQueen, Christine Lampard, and Kelly Cates sit down with Chris Ramsey, MBE, a renowned coach and former player.Chris Ramsey opens up about his coaching journey, his MBE award, and his time working with players like Harry Kane. They dive into the challenges of developing and nurturing young talent, the representation of black coaches in football, and the systemic issues in providing equal opportunities for minorities in the game.00:00 Introduction01:11 Management and coaching career08:02 Sports Science to blame for injuries10:44 Managing Player Expectations15:48 The Importance of Mental Resilience25:10 Success Stories and Development32:19 Barriers to Black Coaches in Football36:44 Challenges for Aspiring Coaches from Minority Groups39:12 The Rooney Rule and Tokenism41:25 The Importance of Representation and Equality51:28 Using Platforms to Advocate for Change53:45 Super Six Prediction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The 100 Highest-Paid Athletes in the World | Not Just Football EP 21
Welcome back to Not Just Football, brought to you by Sky Bet!Who really deserves the top spot on the list of the 100 highest-paid athletes? This week, Christine Lampard, Hayley McQueen, and Kelly Cates break down the biggest earners in sport and tackle the massive pay gap between men’s and women’s sports.Should athletes be making this much money? Is the gap in women’s sport too big to fix? And how did Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova turn their success into multimillion-dollar brands?With eye-opening insights on sponsorships, salaries, and the real cost of success, this episode goes beyond the headlines to reveal how the sports business really works.If you’re enjoying the podcast, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode, and consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Charlie Austin: The Truth About ADHD in Football | Not Just Football EP 20
Welcome back to Not Just Football, brought to you by Sky Bet!This week, Charlie Austin sits down with Christine Lampard, Hayley McQueen, and Kelly Cates to share the untold stories of his career—from working on a building site to leading the line in the Premier League.He opens up about his ADHD diagnosis, how it shaped his playing style, and the impulsive 40-minute decision that sent him to Australia. Charlie reveals what it was really like working under Harry Redknapp, why he nearly quit football, and the biggest mistake of his career.If you’re enjoying the podcast, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode, and consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why Are Girls Still Quitting Sports? | Not Just Football EP 19
Welcome back to Not Just Football, brought to you by Sky Bet!Why are girls still quitting sports at alarming rates? This week, Christine Lampard, Hayley McQueen, and Kelly Cates dive into the shocking stats that reveal nearly HALF of adolescent girls drop out of sport—and what’s really behind it. From confidence issues to lack of role models, the panel explores why so many young women walk away from the game and what needs to change.Kelly shares a parenting trick borrowed from Michelle Obama that could be the key to keeping girls engaged in sport, while Hayley and Christine reflect on their own experiences growing up.Elsewhere, the debate over Old Trafford’s future heats up—should Manchester United’s legendary stadium be knocked down and rebuilt? Hayley, a lifelong fan, gives her surprising take. Plus, from football fashion to unexpected celebrity encounters (yes, Will Ferrell at a match), this episode has it all.If you’re enjoying the podcast, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode, and consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Not Just Football sees Christine Lampard, Kelly Cates and Hayley McQueen discuss topics that affect women across football and beyond!Christine, Kelly and Hayley share a unique bond through their family connections to the game, as well as their roles as TV presenters. They each bring their own insights and stories to the show - and offer fresh viewpoints on the hottest topics of the moment, from motherhood and lifestyle to fashion and entertainment – all woven together by the unifying theme of football. No topic is off-limits! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.