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Some of his notable achievements include starting and playing full matches in several FA Cup games and boasting the best goal-to-game ratio at Paddock.<\/p>\n<h3>Personal Football Journey:<\/h3>\n<p>Josh started his football journey at the tender age of 5 in Sunday league football. His talent was recognized early on, leading to stints with youth setups at Wolves, Birmingham, and West Brom from U6s to U10s. A significant moment in his career was being released from these programs, a challenge that proved difficult but ultimately taught him resilience and perseverance.<\/p>\n<h3>Role at Stretford Paddock FC:<\/h3>\n<p>On the field, Josh takes on a vital role, not just in play but in leadership. 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