Brentford Football Club

Brentford Football Club

ATO delivered a gambling awareness session to Brentford Football Club’s B Team & U18s. The workshop in Hounslow explored the growing connection between elite football and the gambling industry, helping players recognise risks and build confidence to make informed decisions. It also encouraged open discussion around gambling culture within team sports.

ATO delivered a gambling awareness session to Brentford Football Club’s B Team & U18s. The workshop in Hounslow explored the growing connection between elite football and the gambling industry, helping players recognise risks and build confidence to make informed decisions. It also encouraged open discussion around gambling culture within team sports.

ATO delivered a gambling awareness session to Brentford Football Club’s B Team & U18s. The workshop in Hounslow explored the growing connection between elite football and the gambling industry, helping players recognise risks and build confidence to make informed decisions. It also encouraged open discussion around gambling culture within team sports.

Brentford FC is a Premier League club known for its innovative approach to player development and commitment to wellbeing. Their B Team model offers a unique, high- performance pathway for young professionals—prioritising holistic growth both on and off the pitch.

Our lived-experience session created space for honest conversations, focusing on the pressures young athletes face in a sport heavily influenced by betting sponsorships and marketing. The aim was to unpack the consequences, challenge normalised gambling narratives, and equip players with the tools to make informed, healthy decisions for their futures.

“Against the Odds has made a fantastic impact by supporting Brentford FC's U18s and U21s team! Their commitment to educating young athletes on responsible choices and promoting a positive and informed approach to sports and life is truly inspiring. Aaron’s courage in sharing his personal journey with gambling addiction added a powerful, real-life lesson on resilience and responsibility”

Cindy Abu, Player Support Officer, Brentford Football Club.

Brentford FC is a Premier League club known for its innovative approach to player development and commitment to wellbeing. Their B Team model offers a unique, high- performance pathway for young professionals—prioritising holistic growth both on and off the pitch.

Our lived-experience session created space for honest conversations, focusing on the pressures young athletes face in a sport heavily influenced by betting sponsorships and marketing. The aim was to unpack the consequences, challenge normalised gambling narratives, and equip players with the tools to make informed, healthy decisions for their futures.

“Against the Odds has made a fantastic impact by supporting Brentford FC's U18s and U21s team! Their commitment to educating young athletes on responsible choices and promoting a positive and informed approach to sports and life is truly inspiring. Aaron’s courage in sharing his personal journey with gambling addiction added a powerful, real-life lesson on resilience and responsibility”

Cindy Abu, Player Support Officer, Brentford Football Club.

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