Ahead Of The Game 2025

Ahead of the Game: The Ultimate Event for Athletes Planning Their Next Move

Transitioning from a career in sport to the next stage of life can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you’re actively exploring new career paths or simply preparing for the future, Ahead of the Game is a must-attend event designed to support athletes at every stage.

What is Ahead of the Game?

Hosted annually by us (Life After Professional Sport), Ahead of the Game connects athletes with industry experts, employers, and valuable resources to help them navigate life beyond sport. With networking opportunities, guest speakers, and interactive workshops, this event provides the tools needed to transition into new careers with confidence.

“Events like this are so important for athletes no matter what point they’re at in their career.” – Milly Kellyman, Athlete Community Manager at the British Elite Athletes Association

Why You Should Attend

1. Exclusive Access to Industry Experts
   Learn from former professional athletes and business leaders who have successfully transitioned into new careers. Their personal experiences and career advice will provide invaluable insight for your next steps.
2. Meet Employers Who Value Your Skills
   Many industries recognize the unique strengths that athletes bring to the workplace—resilience, discipline, teamwork, and leadership. Maria Trotman from the NHS highlights this perfectly:

“Within the NHS we understand the skills and experience sporting professionals will have—working as a team but also being able to work and make decisions on their own, having that resilience.”

This is your opportunity to connect with employers who appreciate what you have to offer.

3. Engaging Workshops
   Take part in interactive sessions led by experts and exhibitors covering key topics such as:
   • Navigating the career transition.
   • Maximising opportunities whilst still in sport
   • Dealing with the pressure of being an elite sports person

As professional footballer and 2024 speaker Tobi Sho-Silva puts it:

“An event like this where you can see different careers, ask questions, and see what tickles your fancy—I think it’s so, so important for young players.”

4. It’s Completely Free!
   There’s no cost to attend, so take advantage of this invaluable opportunity.
5. Expand Your Network
   Meet fellow athletes who are in similar situations and build connections that can support your career transition. As one past attendee shared:

“I never knew there would be so many opportunities [for athletes], and people to connect with in different industries.” 2024 attendee

Event Details

Ahead of the Game 2025 will take place across three major venues in March:

• March 12– Bolton Toughsheet Stadium
• March 19– Wolverhampton Molineux Stadium
• March 26– Brentford Gtech Community Stadium

 

Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and register today!