#92 Marc White: The Incredible Rise of Dorking Wanderers | Cherrywood Podcast

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Marc White, the charismatic founder, manager, and owner of Dorking Wanderers, joins Simon and stand-in host Mike Harper on the Cherrywood Podcast. From humble beginnings playing on park pitches to building a stadium and taking on top clubs like Wrexham, Marc shares the remarkable journey of his club. Expect football banter, heated debates on VAR, thoughts on kids’ football, and even a glimpse into his personal life. 🎧 Podcast Highlights: The creation of Dorking Wanderers and their meteoric rise. Inside stories of facing Wrexham and Marc’s thoughts on "Welcome to Wrexham." Candid opinions on the FA, VAR, and refereeing controversies. Insights into Marc's entrepreneurial journey beyond football. Marc’s take on kids’ football and its modern-day challenges. 🚀 Don’t miss Marc’s inspiring advice for budding football entrepreneurs! 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments: Should VAR stay or go? Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction: Meet Marc White of Dorking Wanderers. 1:00 – The sign betting game: When will it fall? 2:15 – Dorking Wanderers’ remarkable journey. 3:30 – From Crawley’s park pitches to building a stadium. 6:00 – Facing Wrexham and being featured on Welcome to Wrexham. 8:45 – Marc’s unfiltered opinions on MK Dons and Wimbledon FC. 10:20 – Fan-owned clubs: The double-edged sword. 13:10 – Football tactics and the unforgettable Vinnie Jones era. 17:40 – The problem with modern football: VAR, referees, and laws. 23:15 – Callum Best and his role in women’s football. 30:50 – Marc’s thoughts on kids’ football and controversial FA rules. 41:00 – Closing thoughts: Where will Dorking Wanderers be in 10 years? 44:20 – Marc’s song choice for the playlist: Ain’t No Stopping Us Now. #DorkingWanderers#FootballPodcast#GrassrootsFootball Welcome to Cherrywood Podcast, your source for inspiring conversations and compelling stories. Join us as we dive into the journeys of remarkable individuals from various fields, offering insights into personal growth, entrepreneurship, creativity, and more. Subscribe for positivity, authenticity, and engaging discussions. #podcast#WeddingVendor#entrepreneur Contact: 📧 Email: [e-mail] 📞 Phone: [phone] 🌐 Website: www.cherrypro.co.uk 📱 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cherrywoodproductions 📸 Instagram: @cherrywoodpro Guests Song Choices playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YxsMkrJLbFQSjeRKfzcCQ?si=21a21d1ef9534479 Disclaimer: Views expressed by guests on Cherrywood Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or producers.