Episodes

  • What I Learned in Season One | S1 E039 | Project Realize
    Mar 26 2026

    Project Realize — Season 1, Episode 39


    This season was not what I expected at all.


    Let's take a look back on the season and everything that came with it.


    I went from playing amateur football to signing semi pro for Lisburn Distillery and starting games early on. Then things shifted. My performances dropped, I lost my place, and it forced me to take a step back and figure out what needed to change.


    In this episode I talk through that period, what I changed with my training, and how I worked my way back into a better place before picking up an injury towards the end of the season.


    More than anything, this is about the lessons from it all and what I’m taking into next season.


    If you’re going through your own ups and downs, there might be something in here for you.


    Thanks to you all for joining me for Season One of this journey. Looking forward to seeing you all in Season Two.


    Ryan 🙂



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    If you are new here:

    I'm Ryan Sharkey, I'm trying to realize my potential in football, play professionally and inspire others to pursue what is meaningful to them!


    Join me on this journey as I share the lessons and wisdom I learn along the way in the hope that it helps you on your journey!

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    10 mins
  • Not Where We Wanted to Be | S1 E038 | Project Realize
    Mar 23 2026

    Project Realize — Season 1, Episode 38


    Things have not panned out how we expected this season. But we aren't giving up! The team and I have 7 games left to squeeze as much as we can out of the season. Opportunities for improvement are there for the taking so let's see what we can do.


    Thanks for following along and I hope you can take something from the video that will apply to you on your own journey :)

    Ryan



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    If you are new here:

    I'm Ryan Sharkey, I'm trying to realize my potential in football, play professionally and inspire others to pursue what is meaningful to them!


    Join me on this journey as I share the lessons and wisdom I learn along the way in the hope that it helps you on your journey!

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    6 mins
  • The Drills I’m Using to Go From Semi-Pro to Pro
    Mar 21 2026

    Project Realize — Season 1, Episode 37


    These drills have already had a massive impact on my game and will continue to help take my technical abilities to the next level. Let me know if you are going to try them and how you get on!



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    If you are new here:

    I'm Ryan Sharkey, I'm trying to realize my potential in football, play professionally and inspire others to pursue that which is meaningful to them!


    Join me on this journey as I share the lessons and wisdom I learn along the way in the hope that it helps you on your journey!

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    6 mins
  • The Rules Come Back To Bite Us | S1 E036 | Project Realize
    Mar 12 2026

    Project Realize — Season 1, Episode 36


    Off the back of a couple of great wins, we thought we were going to kick on and push up towards the top of the table. The Rulebook had different ideas!


    Find out how the rules came back to bite us in this episode of Project Realize, along with updates on how the team and I will rally from here.


    Thanks for watching and speak to you soon!

    Ryan :)



    Ps

    If you are new here:

    I'm Ryan Sharkey, I'm trying to realize my potential in football, play professionally and inspire others to pursue that which is meaningful to them!


    Join me on this journey as I share the lessons and wisdom I learn along the way in the hope that it helps you on your journey!

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    7 mins
  • Slowly Turning Things Around | S1 E035 | Project Realize
    Mar 10 2026

    Project Realize — Season 1, Episode 35


    Things have been a bit up and down recently.


    After months on the bench, I started in our home league game against Rathfriland FC. Then I picked up a knock in the game and have been out for a few weeks. I'm working on rehab at the same time the team has been battling for points in a really tight league.


    In this episode I share a quick update on where things are at. I talk through our recent games and show highlights from our latest match, which turned into a pretty crazy one.


    Things are starting to move in the right direction, and there’s still a lot of football left to be played.


    Me and the team will keep pushing, so let's see where we end up!


    Ryan 🙂

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    6 mins
  • An Email That Punched Me in the Heart | S1 E034 | Project Realize
    Mar 6 2026

    Project Realize — Season 1, Episode 34


    In this episode, I share a story of a recent disappointment I experienced, along with my reaction to it. I think you'll be able to use a lot from this video, especially The Deathbed Test.


    Let me know what you think,

    Ryan :)




    Ps

    If you are new here:

    I'm Ryan Sharkey, I'm trying to realize my potential in football, play professionally and inspire others to pursue that which is meaningful to them!


    Join me on this journey as I share the lessons and wisdom I learn along the way in the hope that it helps you on your journey!

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    4 mins
  • The Journey Will Have Ups and Downs… This is a Down | S1 E033 | Project Realize
    Mar 4 2026

    Project Realize - Season 1, Episode 33


    In this episode, I share an update on my injury and our most recent game against Coagh United.


    The team and I are struggling right now but let's hope we can turn it around!


    Welcome to the channel - hope you enjoy and learn something that helps you on your own journey!

    Ryan :)




    Ps

    If you are new here:

    I'm Ryan Sharkey, I'm trying to realize my potential in football, play professionally and inspire others to pursue that which is meaningful to them!


    Join me on this journey as I share the lessons and wisdom I learn along the way in the hope that it helps you on your journey!

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    4 mins
  • The Plan is Working… | S1 E032 | Project Realize
    Mar 2 2026

    I love it when a plan comes together...


    Project Realize - Season 1, Episode 32


    In this episode, I share highlights of our recent game against Rathfriland and an update on my current challenge of spending a lot of time on the bench.


    I set a plan in place to try and earn more game time, let's see if it has paid off...


    Welcome to the channel - hope you enjoy and learn something that helps you on your own journey!

    Ryan :)




    Ps

    If you are new here:

    I'm Ryan Sharkey, I'm trying to realize my potential in football, play professionally and inspire others to pursue that which is meaningful to them!


    Join me on this journey as I share the lessons and wisdom I learn along the way in the hope that it helps you on your journey!

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    7 mins