From England to Executive: How Matt Greenwood is Kicking Down Barriers in Soccer
- Camilla Patten
- Oct 3
- 1 min read
What happens when a kid from the UK with a love for sports ends up leading one of Ontario’s most community-focused soccer clubs? You get a game-changer like Matt Greenwood.
In this episode of ‘From The Park Bench’, we’re sitting down with Matt—Executive Director of Pickering Football Club, founder of Soccability, and all-around champion for equity in sport—to dive into his journey from a sports science student to shaping inclusive programs across Canada.
Matt didn’t always plan to be at the helm of a major Canadian soccer club. But when opportunity kicked, he answered…with cleats on.
From grassroots coaching in Northamptonshire to leading player development in Ontario, Matt’s passion has always been driven by the same goal: to make the amazing game accessible to everyone.
Join us as we chat about:
What ignites Matt’s drive for inclusive sport
How his UK roots influence his work in Canada
Why soccer should be for everybody and every ability.
Get ready for a story that proves sport isn’t just about winning, it’s about belonging.
Tune in now because this one’s for the dreamers, the doers, and anyone who believes that sport can (and should) be for all.
