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Today, I announce my retirement from international football.

This is not a decision I have made lightly. Since the Olympics, I have spent a lot of time reflecting and speaking with my family, friends, teammates and coaches. I know in my heart that now is the right time.

For over a decade, representing England has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. To wear the Three Lions, compete on the international stage, travel the world and captain my country is something I could only ever dream of as a young boy.

Every time I stepped onto the pitch, I gave everything I had. For my teammates, my family, the deaf community and everyone who believed in me.

Walking away is incredibly difficult, but after years of pushing my body, battling injuries and balancing my coaching ambitions, I know I can no longer give the role the commitment it deserves.

I leave with immense pride in what we achieved together. We helped raise the profile of deaf football and leave the England programme in a stronger place for the next generation.

To every teammate, coach, member of staff and supporter who has been part of this journey — thank you. Your trust, friendship and support have meant everything to me.

While my playing career with England comes to an end, I hope my journey with England is not over. I look forward to exploring opportunities to give back to the game through coaching.

Wearing the Three Lions shirt has been the greatest honour of my life.

And the number 12 was never just a number.

It represented pride, sacrifice, passion and a determination to give absolutely everything for my country.

Now it’s time to pass it on.

Thank you for everything.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤️

Joe by @joedixonn_
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🚨 YP NEEDS YOUR HELP 🚨

Rebuilding a ground whilst building a future. 

In partnership with the Glapwell Council & Sports Association, we have taken on the responsibility of redeveloping the ground and its wider project with one vision, to create a lasting home for women’s football, community programmes, and the future of YP.

This ground represents opportunity, belonging, and hope for the next generation.

We want to create:
⚽ A dedicated home for girls and women’s football
🌍 A community hub for local people
💫 A safe and inspiring environment for young people to grow
🏟️ The future home of YP

For too long, spaces like this and the women’s game have been overlooked. We refuse to let this ground disappear.

We want to rebuild it with pride, protect its future, and create something our whole community can be proud of.

Every donation, share, sponsor, volunteer, and message of support genuinely helps us move one step closer.

💼 Sponsorship opportunities available
🙌 Volunteer & community work days
🧠 Expertise and support welcomed

🚨 Support our Crowdfunder here: 🚨

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/yp-women-football-ground (link in bio)

Support The Future Home of YP Women’s Football

Please stand with YP and help us build something special for generations to come 🤝 taken in Glapwell Football Club by @joedixonn_
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England Deaf Footballer, Joe Dixon | Ep. 19 🎙️

On this week’s episode, the Fit Dads are joined by an international footballer.

Joe Dixon is the vice-captain of the England Deaf Men’s National team, Captain of Farsley Celtic, the founder of YP Academy and a very inspiring character.

He’s fresh off the plane from clinching 3rd place at this year’s Deaf Champions League in Greece with Farsley Celtic before heading off for the Para Euro’s in the summer.

Expect to learn how he thrived despite growing up deaf, how his passions drive him forward in business, and how he’s inspiring the next generation of kids.

Available now wherever you listen you your podcasts 🎧

~ Ryan & Brad

#FITDADSPODCAST
#FORWARDTHEFITDADS taken in Sheffield by @joedixonn_
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A fantastic couple of days in Málaga with @spanishsoccertrials. 🇪🇸

A huge thank you for the invitation and the opportunity to gain a deeper insight into the Spanish football pathway, from grassroots through to the senior game.

It was a brilliant few days of learning and networking with a number of top La Liga coaches, sharing ideas around methodology, player development, and the values that underpin elite environments.

It was also great to support one of our players during his trial in Spain and see him experience football in a different culture.

We leave with plenty of ideas and inspiration that we’ll now look to implement into YP’s own methodology and player development principles.

…and of course, a game of padel in the Spanish heat! ☀️🎾

Always learning. Never satisfied.

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Post retirement 🫡

Just trying to live a little more and appreciate the little things.

Fully focused on the YP project.

The purpose hasn’t changed: to be the best we can be.

I can’t express how much the love and support has meant since announcing my decision to step away from England. The countless messages have genuinely hit me deeply. I really did get to live a dream.

Now it’s about helping others chase theirs while ticking off a few dreams of my own away from football.

Thank you for everything.

Joe by @joedixonn_
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Last small group session in the Indoor Unit on a Tuesday with Coach Joe 💪🏻⚽️😅

We were missing a few tonight, but what a year it’s been for this group.

Thousands of touches, invasion skills mastered, and technical sharpness taken to another level. The progress has been incredible.

Every single one of you has been class. 👏

If you’d like to enquire about our indoor small group sessions, send a message to a member of our team on 07713 119663.

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One day at a time. 🤝

We’re getting closer and closer to rebuilding this ground and creating a brighter future for the game.

A huge thank you to everyone who has generously volunteered their time, expertise, labour, and materials to help us reach this point. Your support has been incredible.

Now it’s time for one final push over the next 8–9 weeks to get everything where it needs to be.

We keep going. 

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🚨 Applications for our Additional Training Programmes starting this September are NOW OPEN! ⚽️

Looking for the right environment to help your child develop?

Our programmes for U6–U18 combine expert coaching, small group sizes and a proven curriculum to develop confident, intelligent and technically excellent footballers.

📍 Sessions across Sheffield

📝 Apply here:
https://forms.gle/J78wMWVqUhFHYf5A9

Got a question? WhatsApp us on 07713 119663 and we’ll help you find the right programme.

The home of development. by @joedixonn_
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17 days ago
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Applications for our 2026/27 Additional Training Programmes are now OPEN. ⚽️

Every year, we’re incredibly proud to welcome players and families into the YP environment.

Since 2018, thousands of players have trusted us with their development, and that responsibility is something we never take for granted.

At YP, we don’t believe in simply running football sessions. We believe in creating an environment where players are challenged, supported and inspired every single week.

Our proven coaching methodology and curriculum have been built to develop complete footballers. Every session is carefully designed with a strong focus on:
• Ball Mastery
• First Touch
• Game Intelligence
• Decision Making
• Technical Excellence
• Confidence, Resilience & Mentality

We also understand that real development doesn’t happen in overcrowded sessions.

That’s why we deliberately keep our group numbers limited, allowing every player to receive individual attention, detailed coaching and meaningful feedback from experienced coaches who genuinely care about their progress.

Whether your child is taking their first steps in football or already competing at a high level, our goal remains the same—to help every player become the very best version of themselves, both on and off the pitch.

Our 2026/27 programmes are available for players from U6–U18, with sessions taking place throughout the week across Sheffield.

The application form contains everything you need to know, including course dates, venues, session times and pricing.

https://forms.gle/J78wMWVqUhFHYf5A9
https://forms.gle/J78wMWVqUhFHYf5A9
https://forms.gle/J78wMWVqUhFHYf5A9

If you’d like to talk through which programme would best suit your child, we’d love to help. Simply send us a WhatsApp message on 07713 119663, and we’ll arrange a convenient time to speak with you.

Development isn’t left to chance. It’s built through consistency, detail and exceptional coaching.

If that sounds like the environment you’re looking for, we’d love to welcome your family to YP.

The home of development. by @joedixonn_
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20 days ago
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We Need Our Community 💚⚽

Firstly, we can’t thank everyone enough who has already given their time, effort, donations, and acts of kindness to help us take the first steps in rejuvenating our ground. Every single contribution has made a difference.

Now we need your help again.

Saturday 11th July is our biggest volunteer day yet, and we’d love as many people as possible to come along and help us make even more progress.

If you can spare a few hours, please let us know—we’d love to see you there.

Here’s what we’ve achieved so far 👇🏻
✅ Football Foundation grants are in motion. 
✅ Dugouts are being refurbished. 
✅ Sponsorship boards are being printed and will soon be displayed around the ground.

With your help, we can also complete:
🟢 Clean and weed the car park and pathways. 
🟢 Paint and refresh the remaining fences. 
🟢 Install the pitch fence along the full length of the ground. 
🟢 Repaint the turnstile and fit a brand-new roof.

If you’re unable to volunteer but would still like to support the project, you can donate through our Crowdfunder:

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/yp-women-football-ground

Just 10 weeks to go. Let’s pull together as a community and create something we’re all proud of.

Thank you for your incredible support. 💚

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21 days ago
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The secret isn’t talent.

It’s turning up every week.

Let’s get to work.

📩 DM us to book your regular coaching slot. by @joedixonn_
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22 days ago
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Pre-season is in full flow 🤝

The final few signings and retained players will be announced over the coming weeks.

An intense pre-season is planned to raise the standards and make sure we’re ready for life in T6.

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23 days ago
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