Huddersfield Town defender courageously shares his experiences with mental health challenges.

Ben Jackson expresses deep disappointment over Huddersfield Town’s relegation from the Championship this season, describing himself as “absolutely gutted.” The Terriers’ disappointing campaign concluded with their descent into League One, marking their first time in the lower division in 12 years.

As a graduate from Town’s academy, Jackson featured in 27 matches for his team last season. Despite his efforts, the club finished second from bottom in the table, six points away from safety. Jackson acknowledges that the supporters deserved better from the team and expresses a strong desire to help the club secure promotion back to the Championship.

In addition to discussing his disappointment over the team’s performance, Jackson also opens up about his mental health struggles during the season. He urges anyone facing similar challenges to reach out and seek support, emphasizing the importance of not dealing with such issues alone.

Reflecting on his own experiences, Jackson shares that he initially believed he had to handle everything on his own, which affected his performance on the pitch and caused him to lose passion for football temporarily. He encourages others to speak up and share their problems, emphasizing that reaching out for help can alleviate the burden.

Despite the challenges he faced, Jackson expresses gratitude for having the opportunity to pursue his childhood dream of playing professional football. He concludes by encouraging Terriers fans to enjoy their summer break and looks forward to seeing them next season.