When he was younger, football-loving John Hughes struggled to form relationships and handle social situations.
"John had Asperger Syndrome diagnosed when he was nine," says his mum Hayley. "He wasn't good socially, he really suffered with how to be with people. He was a lost soul."
Around that time he started taking part in disability sessions run by Everton in the Community (EitC), who helped him develop his social skills and confidence.
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He was eventually offered a coaching apprenticeship with EitC and eight years after first joining, John is now a full-time coach, helping other people in the same position as him.
"It's been a brilliant opportunity," he says. "I have changed massively and that's all down to Everton and what they have done for me."
John's progression has certainly been noticed by his family, who have witnessed his self-esteem grow significantly.
"I went to the first training session and he went from being a shy little boy who wouldn't talk to anyone or even take off his jacket to becoming the person he is today," says Hayley.
"He's transformed into such a calm young man and he's doing amazing - he's flying now."
John displayed his coaching skills at a special coaching session filmed to highlight the work of the Premier League/BT Disability Fund, which was launched last year and is delivered by 22 clubs across the country.
The session was attended by Yannick Bolasie, who joined in with the activities, including visually impaired football and bowls.
