Coach Joel was born in Kendal, Cumbria in the north west of England where he started his youth career at his local club Kirkby Stephen JFC. From there, he was selected to represent Westmorland FA at U16 and U18 level in the association of northern counties league.
At senior level, he played for Lunesdale United and Carvettii United (recently rebranded as KirkbyStephen FC) and then signed Ingleton FC in January 2017
He now plays for Bridgeport United Football Club (BUFC). In six games starting at Center Back, he only conceded four goals and kept three clean sheets.
Joel is an excellent defender that knows how to be in the right position at the right time. His is also an accurate passer that rarely turns the ball over. When he coaches DIG soccer players, he shows them the skills he uses to be successful.