10/09/2026
2018 → 2026 | PREPARE BEFORE THE OPPORTUNITY ARRIVES ⚽️
Eight years ago, Ben Wilson first walked into StrengthFarm — small, baby-faced and always smiling.
He became our first real long-term “project footballer.”
The goal was simple: build the foundations first. Movement. Strength. Speed. Power. Robustness.
As Ben grew, the programme grew with him.
From Banbridge Rangers, through the Glenavon Academy, to a first-team debut at 16, the work kept translating.
His attitude never changed — competitive, coachable and willing to work.
The philosophy was always the same:
Prepare him as though the highest level might one day become a reality.
Now that opportunity has arrived.
Ben leaves Glenavon to join Brentford B and enter a Premier League environment after eight years of preparation.
We’re incredibly proud of how far he’s come — and we still don’t believe he’s anywhere near his ceiling.
Congratulations Ben. You’ve earned the opportunity.
Now go after the next level. 🐝⚽️💪
