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skills as they prepare for a future in football, and assists them in gaining scholarships to study at universities in the USA where they can train like professionals.

“A few girls that I know asked me to help them out, and as soon as I started to do a bit of research I fell in love with the idea,” Suzanne says. “In the 15-21 age group, so many players, both male and female, fall away from the game. This gives them an opportunity to go away and grow as a player and also a person. A lot of them come from backgrounds where they’ve not had great experiences.

“When I scored a goal it was a great feeling – but watching somebody that I’ve helped score a goal is more rewarding now.”

The final word has to go to Mum: “To me she is a fan of all football,” Karen says, “whether it’s playing, training, representing, watching. Anything football – that’s Suzanne. That’s definitely my girl!”

If you’re inspired by Suzanne’s story and know of a football fanatic who deserves the same recognition, Coral wants to hear about them. It could be someone who has shown unstinting devotion to club or country, who has dedicated their life to the game, or who is bringing others into the sport and making them the best they can be.

The Football Fan of the Year will be someone who eats, sleeps and breathes the beautiful game – and can inspire others to go above and beyond for the sheer love of football.

The passion for football comes in many forms and we want to hear about yours. If you know a superfan in Huddersfield who deserves to win – it could even be you! – go to