Mitch Hancox

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[Luke O'Nien @LukeONien]

Nine years ago, my dad came home with a call from Watford. I thought it was about a new contract. Instead, he told me I had been released, three weeks after the season ended, after being led to believe I was getting another year. Thirteen years at Watford, and my dad was the one who told me I was done. No meeting, no exit plan, no feedback—nothing.

I was devastated.

I could have pointed fingers and been bitter. Instead, I chose to take ownership and start the next chapter of my career.

What could I control?

I needed a new club but didn’t know where to start. My goal was to get a trial. I trained hard while everyone else took a holiday. I had no agent, so I contacted everyone I knew. My dad emailed every club in the EFL, but no one replied.

Then, thanks to a good word from a manager during my loan at Wealdstone, I got a trial at Wycombe. Day 1 was a fitness test. I ran until I was the last man standing. In the in-house match, I gave everything. A week later, the manager signed me.

Being out of contract is hard. You doubt yourself and question everything. But you have to hang in there. Don’t wait for opportunities—create them. Knock down doors until someone gives you a shot.

If Wycombe had said no, I would have kept going until I found another opportunity. I signed on the lowest salary but had a year to prove myself.

Three years later, I arrived at Sunderland. I faced adversity again and was out of the team for four months. But I remembered my lessons. When the manager asked if I’d played right back, I said yes, even though I hadn’t. I played 50 games that season, including two at Wembley.

1. Get a trial yourself. Use every contact.
2. Be ready for that trial.
3. Show the manager why he needs you.

If you get signed, keep fighting to stay in the team. If not, find another trial and keep going until you can't give any more.

You’ve got this 👊🏼

[Mitch Hancox @MjHancox]

@ozzz_96 @TheVanaramaNL 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[Altrincham FC @altrinchamfc]

New signing @MjHancox sat down with @AltyTV yesterday to discuss his career AND his time with the Robins so far 😍

📸 @altymoore1

[Mitch Hancox @MjHancox]

Want to say a massive thankyou to all the York city fans for the love and support I’ve received, it really does mean alot to me
❤️👏🏻

[Altrincham FC @altrinchamfc]

🚨 We are absolutely delighted to announce the signing of Mitch Hancox, who joins the Robins following his departure from @YorkCityFC ✍️

Welcome aboard, @MjHancox 👋

More about our new signing 📝 ⤵️

📸 Adam Davy

[Hartlepool United FC @Official_HUFC]

The equaliser 💫

[Hartlepool United FC @Official_HUFC]

✍️ Welcome to Hartlepool United, Mitch Hancox!

The midfielder arrives at the Suit Direct Stadium on loan from York City.

[Mitch Hancox @MjHancox]

@jhawker341 @Unreliableyeltz Hahahahahahhahahahaha love this 😂😂😂😂😂😂😍

[York City F(C) @YorkCityFC]

🤪 Getting matchday ready with @MjHancox!

ICYMI: Watch in full as the lads go for a truth or a challenge in our latest video...

▶️ https://t.co/y9JDPQheSV

#YCFC 🔴🔵

[Mitch Hancox @MjHancox]

@stockogk1313 KRO stocky lad 😘

[David Stockdale @stockogk1313]

Clubs are part of the community!
I’m going to auction this 22/23 promotion year shirt @swfc all proceeds will be sent directly from me to @shrimperstrust . Had the honour of playing a few games and enjoyed my time. Let’s come together and do what we can💙 @YorkCityFC

[Elliot Turner @ellturner8]

⚽️OFF SEASON PLANS ⚽️

With coming through the non league pyramid I’m looking to help / support the non league players with a detailed position specific tailored plan to keep them fit during the break. Get in touch for details 🏃🏼‍♂️💨💪

- Running / Conditioning Plan
- S&C Gym Plan

[Mitch Hancox @MjHancox]

@silkmenarmy The best 💙

[The Non-League Paper @NonLeaguePaper]

Captains of the 24 National League clubs have signed an open letter calling for “urgent talks” with The FA and National League over the changes to Non-League contracts from next season👇

[Jamie Grimes @jamiegrimes90]

#NonLeagueContracts

[Alex Gudger @GudgerAlex]

#NonLeagueContracts

[Alex Whittle @AliWhitts]

#NonLeagueContracts

[Mitch Hancox @MjHancox]

#nonleaguecontracts

[Dan Simmonite @Dan_Simmonite]

Officially set up as a Freelancer! 🤓👋

I'm offering:
👉 Social media production
👉 Videography

I'm looking to work with:
👉 Sports brands, clubs and organisations
👉 Businesses in York

I've worked with the likes of FIFA, UEFA and BT Sport and have a proven track record in improving online presence.

📩 DM me on here or email me [email protected] if you're after one-off, short term or longer term projects.

#SMSports | #DigiSport