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The Arsenal star's mum helping football's newest recruits

How Myles Lewis-Skelly's mum Marcia is helping to guide families following in their footsteps.

The Arsenal star's mum helping football's newest recruits

Myles Lewis-Skelly's mother, Marcia Lewis, shares her son's joy at winning the Premier League trophy. When her son joined Arsenal's football academy at eight, she was unfamiliar with the sport. Today, Lewis-Skelly regularly plays for Arsenal and is part of England's national team. He made history at 18 by becoming the youngest player to score on his debut for the senior national team.

His mother, however, shared that the transition from academy to professional football was challenging. She enrolled in a master's course in football business to understand the industry better and noticed a lack of knowledge among parents about the world of professional football. This prompted her to start her own business, Number 1 Fan Club, which offers consultations to help families navigate the complexities of the football industry.

Last year, Marcia organized the UK's first national football parent conference, which has received positive feedback.

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