五分钟女足奇才，艾比·罗伯茨
| 体育
当你想到足球运动员, 我想到的名字通常是哈里·凯恩这样的人, 贝尔和萨拉赫, 而不是一个来自托丁顿的16岁年轻女孩.
阿比·罗伯茨, 然而, 已经获得了英格兰女子青年队的位置, 而且不打算就此止步. We were lucky enough to sit down with Abbie and ask her a few questions about how she got to where she is today, 学习足球的好处, 以及女性足球运动员在体育产业中的进步.
1.为英格兰女子青年队踢球是什么感觉?
能代表我的国家是我的荣幸, and I feel privileged with the opportunities and support The FA and the coaching staff have given me. I have also been lucky to share my experiences with players I have progressed through the system with, and to wear an England shirt has become the biggest achievement for my family and I. This year my team reached the semi-finals of the 2018 European Championships in Lithuania, 这将是一次我将永远铭记的经历. I am also proud of my personal achievement of wearing the Captains armband whilst progressing in the International set-up (under 15’s, 16岁及17岁青年队).
2.) What are the most important things you’ve learnt from your football studies?
Studying physical education has helped me understand the importance of nutrition and exercise, 以及这些对培训和表现的帮助. 运动心理学也帮助我培养了韧性, coping with pressure leadership and being a valuable member of a cohesive team. Without this knowledge I wouldn’t of been able to manage my every day life, 特别是在平衡训练的时候, 匹配, 夏令营和学校承诺.
3.) What are the main challenges you’ve had to overcome to get to where you are today?
The growth of female football has become apparent as I’ve progressed through the system, and with the ongoing support and promotion I believe that the female game will continue to grow and more females will become involved. 平衡学校, 培训, 社交和工作已经成为一个难题, 然而, 随着女性游戏的进一步发展，这将变得更加容易. 刻板印象可能一直存在, 但随着女子足球成为发展最快的运动, 最终我们每天都要面对这个挑战!
4.) Do you think there is still prejudice against female footballers in the sporting industry?
The FA are continuing to promote the female game and it has become evident that more females are getting involved with either playing, 指导和/或观看. 无论什么运动，偏见总是存在于运动中, 然而, 随着对女性标准的认可和支持的增长, 游戏只朝着一个方向发展.
5.) What would you say to any young women looking to study or get into football?
不要让任何障碍在你和你喜欢的东西之间. 相信自己的能力，如果足球是你的激情所在，那就去吧!
6.) How did you come to play for England Women’s Youth Team – what was the process and how did you find it? 给我们讲讲你的足球生涯吧!
我的旅程开始于MK don卓越中心，那时我11岁. Due to my performance in our weekly fixtures I was invited to attend a Regional Talent Camp. 在那里, I was selected to further attend the England Under 15’s Camp where I received specific 培训 to meet the demands of the game. I was at MK Dons Centre of Excellence throughout the Youth pathway and as I reached the Under 16’s I was asked to step up and join the MK Dons Ladies squad. During my time at the Centre of Excellence I continued to attend England 培训 and fixture Camps whilst representing my local club. 我刚刚完成了一个非常成功的赛季, 赢得了联赛和郡杯, 我的目标是在即将到来的赛季继续努力.
7.你在球队中最喜欢的事情是什么?
团队的凝聚力和活力对任何团队的表现都很重要, 我现在的球队已经成为了我最好的朋友. Win, lose or draw, we stick together and overcome each challenge we may face. Representing my country has been my dream and having my friends alongside me has made it even more special.
8.你为什么建议学习 荣誉足球研究学士?
If football is what you are passionate about and you want to pursue a career within the Industry, 研究一种 足球研究荣誉学士学位 能帮助你获得进步所需的知识吗. 足球的研究 can provide you with many pathways, including football business, media, coaching and/or performance. 你不需要会玩游戏才能参与其中!