myTribe is kicking off a new partnership with Reading XL FC!

Here at myTribe, we aim to provide an informed, unbiased view of the world of private healthcare, so who better to sponsor than a sports team where we can help ‘Tackle Healthcare’ head on?

By
Chris Steele
Founder and Editor
Chris Steele is myTribe’s trusted expert in private health insurance and healthcare, with over a decade of experience in the field. As the Founder and Editor of myTribe Insurance Experts, Chris is a Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) qualified professional with certifications in Insurance, Legal and Regulatory (IF1), Healthcare Insurance Products (IF7), and Insurance Broking Fundamentals (I10). Chris’s research and insights are regularly cited by national media, and he has contributed to leading consumer finance publications, simplifying complex topics to help consumers better understand private medical insurance. His expertise spans private health insurance, market analysis, and health insurance regulations, making him a respected voice in the UK insurance market.
Chris Steele
Updated on
January 27, 2025
Hands meeting in the middle supporting each other, myTribe logo and Reading XLFC logo overlaid

Who are Reading XL FC?

Reading XL FC is not your typical football club; it's uniquely aimed at men who want to shed some pounds and improve their fitness through camaraderie and the shared love of the beautiful game.

Headed up by Chris Broadhurst, Tom Giles and Hayley Walkling, Reading XL FC, dubbed ‘Fat Bloke Football’ by the team, has grown quickly to a squad of 40 players. With ongoing press coverage and new partnerships, the concept will only likely become more popular!

So much of what we do at myTribe is aimed towards helping people feeling more in control of their health, so we're really proud to support such a positive initiative and look forward to joining Reading XL FC on their journey! 

By sponsoring their home kit 'front of shirt', myTribe hopes to support the rising number of players with their physical and mental health, as well as help Reading XLFC gain the traction and support that their amazing initiative deserves.

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    Find out what Reading XL FC offer new members here.
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    Check out their weekly games and other news on socials here.
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    If you’re interested in starting an XL FC near you contact Chris Broadhurst.
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    Support the club in their endeavour to fly to Nauru and play a competitive fixture #TheRoadToNauru
Chris Steele, Director at myTribe said of the partnership:
"What Reading XL FC is doing for men's health is fantastic, and we are incredibly proud to become their front-of-shirt sponsor. Chris, Tom andHayley have achieved much in a short time, and we're excited to be able to support them as they look to grow and help even more people. COYB!"
Chris Broadhurst, CEO ofXLFC Ltd. and Reading XL FC Chairman, said:
“We couldn't be happier about our new partnership with myTribe. We share a commitment to supporting people to achieve and get back to their best, whether it's on the field or going about their everyday lives."

Other club partners include: Reading City FC, Lava Music,John Nellis, together for mental wellbeing, Bloody Vegans Productions, Diamond Heating, Kick it Out, Not Just Travel, DKA, Campaign Against Living Miserably,& Appin.