WE'RE ALL IN

Empowering young people to succeed in life beyond sport.

Who are we?

Less than 1% of young people who aspire for a career in professional sport actually ‘make it’ professionally.

GameChangers recognises that for the 99% this is not the end, it's just the beginning - the start of your new journey.

We believe the skills and behaviours honed through playing elite sport are unique assets which, with the right support, can be enhanced and transferred into successful careers outside of sport.

A lot of 16-24 year olds don’t realise their full potential in a career after sport but our tailored services blend careers advice and guidance with mental health support, underpinned by sports and life coaching principles, to help you realise that potential.

This is all part of a step forward to adding more skills, knowledge and opportunities to your future, making this experience a rewarding and positive transition process.

We understand the value of relatable role models and by connecting you with our GameChanger mentors (from inside and outside of sport) to guide you along the way, we’ve established a first of its kind 'Cross Sport' network of like minded, talented people just like yourself.

At GameChangers, we’re all in!

Our Founder, James Lindsay.

“I understand what it feels like to be in the 99% that didn't make it into a career in professional sport.

Through my sporting journey I saw lots of reasons why people, excuse the famous cliché, did not ‘make it’!

Ranging from a lack of a support network, injury, financial pressure, social environment, knowledge gaps, being in the wrong place at the wrong time and mental resilience.

However, for me I found another set of skills and a career in helping young people develop their own careers. It's been the most rewarding life experience for me and I still get to continue to enjoy and love sport.

It's my passion to make sure you have the best of all life experiences with easy access to the support you need in one place”

James Lindsay

BSc Sport and Recreation Management; FdSc Sport and Exercise Science; Life Coach

What we do?

GameChangers are experienced existing or former sportspeople who guide and support you in transitioning into your new career.

We are mentors, coaches and mental health professionals, helping you navigate this journey smoothly.

Together, we will pave the way for you to apply your skills towards a successful future.

GameChangers - We’re all in.

  • We help you decide which alternative career is for you based on your transferable skills, connecting you to a Careers Advisor to turn that decision into reality

    Our partner, the National Careers Service provides free, professional and impartial careers information, advice and guidance, supporting you to make decisions at all stages of your journey

  • We connect you to our nationwide network of sector specific Skills Training programmes (eg. Sport & Fitness, Construction trades and Tech) that combine your existing skills with the new skills required to bridge the gap into your new career

  • We believe that ‘Like attracts Like’ so who better to support you through your career transition than people who have been in your shoes. We match you with one our GameChangers - mentors and coaches from inside and outside of sport who can relate to your experience

  • We understand the realilty of facing a significant u-turn in life and the impact that can have on young people especially. Talking can help. That’s why we provide access to BACP registered counsellors who can provide talking therapies along with wellbeing resources

  • We deliver tailored workshops delivered in sports academy and school settings on subjects including career pathways, life skills, apprenticeships and planning for life after sport

    If your role cares for young sportspeople in a club or school setting and you're interested in our workshops please complete our booking enquiry form

  • We specialise in organising careers events in sports venues, connecting young sportspeople to prospective skills and employment opportunities.

    If you’re interested in hosting or organising an event please complete our booking enquiry form.

Meet the Game Changers

  • James Lindsay

    FOUNDER/COACH

    Sport Background: Athletics

    Career: Company Director / Skills & Employment Specialist / Life Coach

  • Danny Simpson

    AMBASSADOR

    Sport: Football

    Career: Premier League Winner/Broadcaster/Boxer

  • Matthew White

    COACH/MENTOR

    Sport Background: Golf

    Career: Wellbeing & LifeSkills Advisor/Job Coach

  • Tom McGlinchey

    MENTOR

    Sport: Football

    Career: Sport & Exercise Psychology Lecturer/PhD student/Semi-Pro Footballer

  • Daniel Lindsay

    MENTOR

    Sport Background: Rugby

    Career: Data, Insights & Analytics Director

  • Alicia Lindsay

    THEREAPEUTIC LEAD

    Background: Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist/BACP Registered Member/Business Owner

  • Debbie Connell

    MENTOR

    Sport Background: Netball

    Career: Assitant Headteacher/Head of PE

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I’m a Young Sportsperson

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a Mentor

If you’re competing in elite level sport or previously have and now have a new career path and want to help support a young person as they find theirs

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I’m a Relative, Coach or Friend

If you’re a parent, coach or friend of a young sportsperson who is making that switch away from a career in sport and needs support

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