Kick Off With Jamie Mccreedy

Pawanvir Singh, the Hong Kong right-back who’s been making his mark across the First Division, joins Jamie McCreedy on Inside the Mind of to share his football journey. From his early days at Sai Kung Youth to senior football with All Black, Happy Valley, Wong Tai Sin, HKFC, and now RCFC, Pawanvir has experienced the game from multiple angles. With over 20 senior appearances and a parallel career in coaching since 2019, he brings unique insight into life on and off the pitch. In this episode, he opens up about his path through Hong Kong football, his transition between clubs, and what it’s like to balance playing at right-back with guiding the next generation.

Australian midfielder Sebastian Scaroni, currently plying his trade in Thailand, joins Jamie McCreedy on Inside The Mind Of for a deep dive into his football journey. From his early years in Australia to adapting to life and football in Asia, Sebastian opens up about the challenges, lessons, and defining moments that shaped his career. Hear his perspective on the game, the realities of playing abroad, and what drives him to keep pushing forward.

Paul Cowie joins Jamie McCreedy on Inside the Mind Of to share his journey from classroom to touchline — starting out as a teacher before stepping into the world of professional football. Paul talks about his time as Head of Coaching at Dundee United and most recently his role as assistant manager and coach at Ross County during the 2024–25 season, where he worked alongside his brother in the Scottish Premiership. It was a tough campaign that ended in relegation, but Paul speaks openly about the experience — the highs, the challenges, and what it taught him.Now focused on completing his UEFA Pro Licence and exploring new coaching opportunities, Paul reflects on what’s next and how he’s building his own path toward management.A grounded, insightful conversation with someone who’s lived through the pressures of top-flight football and is still just getting started.#InsideTheMindOf #PaulCowie #JamieMcCreedy #ScottishFootball #RossCounty #DundeeUnited #FootballCoaching

Former England international Chantelle "Channy" Woodhead joins Jamie McCreedy on Inside the Mind Of for an honest and down-to-earth chat about her football journey.

From winning the FA Cup with Doncaster Belles in 1994 to playing for Everton and Leeds United Ladies, Chantelle shares what it was really like being part of the women’s game during a time of big challenges and limited recognition. She also opens up about earning her England cap — and the infamous story about being dropped after wearing the “wrong trousers.”

This episode is full of real stories, reflection, and a glimpse into a side of football that doesn’t get talked about enough.

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In this episode of Inside the Mind Of, I sit down with Ryan McCarthy, the 29-year-old head coach of Hound Dogs FC, one of the newest teams in the Gibraltar Football League. From centre-back to touchline tactician, McCarthy has already lived a footballing journey that spans England, Sweden, and Gibraltar—and he’s just getting started.

We dive deep into:
⚽ His playing career across clubs like Redbridge, Hackney Wick, Södertälje FK, and Sundbybergs IK
🇬🇮 His return to Gibraltar with Manchester 62, Lions, and Europa Point
👔 Working alongside Dalibor Savić at Europa Point to achieve a record 4th place finish with 35 points
🚨 Taking charge as interim boss in 2023–24 and now stepping into full management with Hound Dogs
🔥 The vision behind building a competitive team in their first professional season
🧠 What it's like to live outside Gibraltar but work full-time inside the league
📈 What it means to be one of Europe’s youngest top-flight managers

From border crossings to bold ambitions, Ryan gives us an honest and inspiring look at football life in Gibraltar and what it takes to push for European qualification in one of UEFA’s smallest leagues.

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In this episode of Inside The Mind Of, Jamie McCreedy reunites with football coach Dalibor Savić for a deep, honest, and a chat about life in the dugout.From leaving Gibraltar, returning to Sweden for family, helping a lower-league side fight relegation, and exploring coaching opportunities in Lithuania and the Middle East — this episode gives a raw look into the unpredictable world of football management.

In this episode of Inside The Mind Of, host Jamie McCreedy speaks with Marcos Soares — a former Brazilian defender turned elite coach, now leading Saudi Arabia’s U-20 national team.From his playing days in Brazil, Portugal, and Thailand to managing top youth sides like Santos, Botafogo, and Corinthians, Marcos reflects on his journey through football, player development, and the mindset needed to coach on the international stage.

In this episode of Inside The Mind Of, host Jamie McCreedy is joined by Luis Figueiredo — a passionate football coach with a proven record of developing talent and building winning teams across Europe and Asia.From guiding a Finnish side to promotion, to nurturing future pros in Portugal, Italy, and India with Benfica’s youth project, Luis shares insights on leadership, player development, and what it truly takes to build success from the ground up.

In this episode of Inside The Mind Of, host Jamie McCreedy sits down with Alex from GibraltarSport — the go-to page spotlighting football in one of Europe’s most overlooked nations.Alex gives us a rare look into Gibraltar’s unique footballing culture, the passion behind his growing platform, and the stories that make this tiny nation one of the sport’s hidden gems.

Born in Canada, shaped in Bosnia, and now making waves in New Zealand football — Adam Huskić’s journey has taken him from Calgary to Finland, Bosnia, and now East Coast Bays AFC. As the only Bosnian player currently in New Zealand, he shares his story, football insights, and life abroad.

From U-17 Bosnia to the National League North

Defender | Calgary ➡️ Finland ➡️ New Zealand

Hear his unique journey on and off the pitch.

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