WE ARE THE BRIDGE
"Talent alone isn’t enough. Mindset, habits, and resilience separate those who make it from those who don’t"
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I'MÂ JAMES
My Mission with Rowes Aspire group is to help aspiring footballers have the true guidance & opportunity they need to make their dreams a reality.
Over the course of my career, I’ve trained under world-class coaches, such as Brendan Rodgers at Reading FC. I played professionally for 15 years, and faced all the highs and lows that come with chasing a dream and then living it.
One thing became clear to me on this journey - talent alone isn’t enough. What truly sets players apart is the right support, consistent guidance, and Opportunities.
MY STORY
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Like you, I’ve lived and breathed football for as long as I can remember.
Growing up, I was that kid always kicking a ball around, dreaming of making it pro. But the journey wasn’t easy. I got released from clubs, had injuries that set me back, and had many moments where I could have given up.
What kept me going was belief — and the support of the right people at the right time. I worked extremly hard and was lucky to have a good support system around me which allowed me to achieve my dreams and play professionally, but I also saw so many talented players fall through the cracks. Not because they weren’t good enough — but because they didn’t have guidance or the right people to listen to.
That’s what we are here to change.
This is the kind of support system & inside knowledge I wish I had when I was growing up. A place to learn, grow, and connect with others in the game.
Whether you're trying to make the first team, get noticed by scouts, or just want to be the best player you can be — I’m here to help you do it the smart way.
Let’s grow together.
— James
