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EAR TO THE STREETS
NEWSLETTER
Rob Fisher
May 10, 20241 min read
Years Prior, Of Late, On The Brink Of
Hello, This progression is "change." We are "on the brink" at Fisher Talent Group. The above photo represents a new era for African youth...
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Rob Fisher
May 1, 20241 min read
Where Are You With The Database?
Hello, We await consent forms from our attorney. This legality ensures we align with Eswatini law and respect our athletes and families....
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Rob Fisher
Apr 21, 20243 min read
Nonprofits, Businesses, Together
Hello, We are a nonprofit and arrange to generate donations and revenue. However, we circulate funds throughout the organization and do...
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Rob Fisher
Apr 3, 20242 min read
Not A Charitable Endeavor
Hello, Someone recently told me, "I do not think people see sports scouting or sports talent identification as a charitable endeavor."...
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Rob Fisher
Mar 20, 20241 min read
Parents, Athletes, and Consent Forms
Hello, Last week, we met with SV Mdladla & Associates in Eswatini to ensure we lawfully publish our athletes. We connected about...
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Rob Fisher
Mar 11, 20242 min read
Talent "Hotbeds"
Hello, Various elements make talent "hotbeds." They range from resources to development to cultures stemming from players turning...
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Rob Fisher
Feb 28, 20241 min read
FTG in Photos: The "Path" to Talent
People discuss "change" as if it is involved when it is straightforward. It is about equal discovery opportunities. So, here are twenty...
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Rob Fisher
Feb 20, 20241 min read
Repeat
Hello, We desire the sizeable database we do because it will improve the world in time, shift mindsets, provide opportunities for...
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Rob Fisher
Feb 11, 20241 min read
Aiming
Hello, We aim to transform football by magnifying overlooked talent territories as valuable markets for the world and inspiring folks to...
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Rob Fisher
Feb 2, 20243 min read
What Makes A "Good" Scout; Why Is It Critical To Our Mission?
Hello, The best scouts (at both the youth and professional level) are "diggers." They excel at developing contacts, building networks,...
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Rob Fisher
Jan 25, 20242 min read
Standing With
Hello, Donating to us is standing with the trajectory—you are backing the ideas of a happier, more accepting world without gaps—one where...
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Rob Fisher
Jan 17, 20241 min read
Belief
Hello, I frequently think about the English Premier League (England's top football division) and Aston Villa Football Club (the...
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Rob Fisher
Jan 9, 20241 min read
Thank You To Those Who Met
Hello, Thank you to those who met with us while in the United States. We appreciate everyone, whether it was via phone, over coffee, or...
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Rob Fisher
Dec 31, 20231 min read
Thanks To Our Donors and New Year Encouragement
Hello, I mailed out donor thank yous a few days ago. I cannot express enough our appreciation for everyone who gives. I want to remind...
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Rob Fisher
Dec 23, 20231 min read
Since Arriving
Hello, Since arriving in the United States, we have focused on connecting with the grassroots, college, and professional football...
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Rob Fisher
Dec 15, 20231 min read
The "Way" Is A Mindset
Hello, Last week, I traveled to the United States (my home country) for the holidays. The journey (similar to my drive to Johannesburg...
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Rob Fisher
Dec 8, 20231 min read
Tracking Players and Capturing Film
Hello, We have officially captured film on several players in our seventy-player database. The work going into this step of creating...
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Rob Fisher
Dec 1, 20231 min read
Why Are You Not a Player Agency?
Hello, Many ask why we are not an agency or think we are one. We are not a player agency because we would have to scout older,...
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Rob Fisher
Nov 23, 20231 min read
The Drive Home
Hello, I returned to Eswatini on Tuesday. The drive to and from Johannesburg is fascinating and reminds me of South Africa's vastness....
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Rob Fisher
Nov 16, 20231 min read
Connecting
Hello, I am spending this week in Johannesburg for meetings. Months back, I planned to connect with folks in South African football to...
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