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John Stiles is a former professional footballer for Leeds United and Doncaster Rovers. His post-career included a spell working as a football agent for the same firm as the Spice Girls before making his way on to the after-dinner circuit as a speaker, comedian and host for the last 18 years.

John’s father, England and Manchester United legend Nobby Stiles sadly passed away from dementia. John and his family are campaigning for dementia to be recognised as a disease in the same way as other terminal neurological diseases.

The Stiles family are ambassadors for Head For Change, our chosen charity for this month. Head for Change is pioneering positive change for brain health in sport and supporting ex-players who are affected by neurodegenerative diseases as a result of their professional sporting career in football or rugby.

JJ is a TV Presenter with a remarkable story. His career as a former Royal Marine Commando was cut short after he suffered life-changing injuries in Afghanistan. Following rehabilitation, JJ went on to compete in the 2014 Invictus Games taking home three medals. Through the publicity rounds, JJ got an insight into TV work leading him to embark on a broadcasting career.

In 2016, JJ presented the Rio Paralympics and is now a key part of the BBC’s sports team. He has also been involved in the D Day Memorial coverage and The Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral programming. Last year, JJ took on a new challenge joining Strictly Come Dancing, dancing all the way to the Quarter Finals.