For the Love of Grass: Joel Barney’s tender portrait of football’s unsung heroes

The independent director’s new documentary shines a warm light on the crucial, but often overlooked role of groundskeeping.

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Joel Barney’s For the Love of Grass really captures what makes grassroots football special—the people, the passion, and the love for the game. As someone who’s been on both ends, playing at local levels and following the Premier League, it hit home for me.

It’s not just about the matches but the community and the unsung heroes behind the scenes. The mix of real-life moments and cinematic visuals is inspiring, and it’s made me think about bringing that same authenticity into my creative work.