Rohan Ricketts is a footballer who played at the highest level in several of the world’s most prestigious football leagues. In the UK he played for teams including Arsenal, Spurs and Wolves as well as England U21s. He was one of the first British players to play in the MLS for Toronto FC and it was there that he became more involved in the publicity side of football. Rohan is one of the world’s most travelled players, with a career that has seen him play in 11 countries spanning 4 continents. His curiosity and interest in new cultures has driven him to learn a lot about the different countries in which he has lived. His time in Ecuador fueled his passion for Spanish which he now speaks to a high standard. He has thrown himself in to each country he has lived in, learning about their food and customs.
He’s gained valuable experience media wise both live & pre-recorded (TV and radio) guest appearing, hosting and co hosting on networks such as TSN, ESPN UK, Talk Sport, Sportsnet, Sirius XM Radio. He writes with honesty and wit to give a first hand perspective on the things he has experienced to date. He’s had columns in publications in the UK and abroad such as the Mirror online. His e-book Passion for Football is targeted at kids and parents to give them an overview of playing professionally in the Beautiful Game.
His most recent ventures include public speaking and learning about the commercial side of football.