boyhood

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He also had a second stint at boyhood club Cardiff, where he had a short period as interim head coach at the end of last season.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

"Inaki Williams always says, 'my dream is to be able to say I spent my entire career playing for my boyhood club'," adds Parry.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

But Mr. O’Brien, the author of “Charlie Hustle,” an outstanding biography on Pete Rose, goes deep on Mr. Bird’s sometimes gothic boyhood.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

The novel’s title applies to Jody, too, who is similarly poised between boyhood and manhood until Flag’s death pushes him over his own state line.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

It was a sacred time; I felt happy and fulfilled taking part in my people’s customs and ready to make the transition from boyhood to manhood.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela