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The human game with Shona Richards
The Official Brighton and Hove Albion Podcast›
May 19, 202635:11
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In this episode, we welcome back Shona Richards, Academy Player Care Lead at the club, as we explore the work happening behind the scenes to support Albion's young players as they progress through the academy pathway.A former GB hurdler and junior British record holder, Shona opens up about her athletics journey, the injuries that changed her career and how those experiences now shape the support she gives to young footballers coming through Brighton's academy system.We look into the importance of identity beyond football and preparing young people for life, whether they make it in the Premier League or not.
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"The human game with Shona Richards" is an episode of The Official Brighton and Hove Albion Podcast. Runtime 35 min. Published May 19, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
