Alex Claydon Alex is the Young Leaders Academy Manager working across Greater Manchester. This involves delivering sports leadership courses to disadvantaged young people and coordinating our bespoke training opportunities within the community. Alex has a wealth of experience in youth leadership and development following various roles with The Prince’s Trust, Manchester Metropolitan University, and The FA. He has a BA in Sports Business and Finance and is currently studying a Masters in Sport Business Management and Policy. In his spare time, Alex enjoys playing football, going to the cinema, and learning Spanish.