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By 11, he had dreams of playing professionally, idolising Liverpool legend Ian Rush.<\/p>\n
His dedication paid off, and from the age of 16 to 20, Mr Henson played professionally for Derby County.<\/p>\n
However, after enduring six operations on his right knee and two ACL tears, his soccer career came to an end.<\/p>\n
Reflecting on his experience, Mr Henson said he had “no regrets and to this day, still uses the life lessons he learned whilst playing in such an amazing team sport”.<\/p>\n
He now finds joy in playing soccer with his daughters, Isla (7) and Liv (10), who both play for Surf Coast FC.<\/p>\n
Mr Henson believes soccer is an excellent sport for children.<\/p>\n
“It’s a sport that’s played across the world. It’s a global language,” he said.<\/p>\n
“You’re on the beach on holiday and no one speaks the same language, but everyone can join in for a game of soccer, or ‘footy’ as we call it.”<\/p>\n
He is particularly excited about the growing interest in girls’ and women’s soccer, noting the impact of the Matildas on his daughter Liv.<\/p>\n
“I’m excited about the buzz around girls and female soccer. Especially having daughters! When I was growing up it was unheard of for girls to play,” he said.<\/p>\n
Mr Henson said Natural Real Estate and Surf FC looked forward to a “fruitful partnership,” united by their “shared commitment to community and the beautiful game”.<\/p>\n
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NATURAL Real Estate has announced its partnership with the Surf Coast FC as a Gold sponsor, a collaboration that brings together the local community and the passion for soccer. Agent Chris Henson, a former professional soccer player from the UK, will be at the forefront of this partnership. “We only get involved in things that […]<\/p>\n