Our football club was founded as Small Heath Alliance in 1875 by a group of likeminded people here in East Birmingham. For 170 years the Blues have been proud to be anchored in the community – built from the grassroots and always seeking to support local people and local institutions.

Through the BCFC Foundation, I work with local schools and youth groups to bring football and other opportunities to young people. We also provide other skills, giving young people a place to talk, build resilience, and find routes to different opportunities.

It’s no secret – I am a Blue. I grew up in the stands at St. Andrew’s, and it’s an honour for me to now be the Chief Executive of the club I love. But whether you’re a Blue or not, I want to…