Ben Chilwell Childhood Story Plus Untold Biography Facts

Ben Chilwell Childhood Story Plus Untold Biography Facts

Lifebogger presents the Full Story of a Chelsea Football Legend known by the nickname “Chilly.”

Our Ben Chilwell Childhood Story, including his Untold Biography Facts, brings you a full account of notable events from his childhood to the moment he achieved fame.

The analysis involves his family background, life story before fame, rise to fame story, relationship, and personal life.

Yes, everyone knows about his easy adaptation into the England squad. However, only a few consider Ben Chilwell’s Biography, which is quite interesting. Now, without further ado, let’s begin.

Ben Chilwell Childhood Story – Early & Family Life:

For Biography starters, his full name is Benjamin James Chilwell. Ben Chilwell, or “Chilly” as he is nicknamed, was born on the 21st day of December 1996 in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.

Despite being born in Britain, Chilwell’s early upbringing didn’t go the usual typical British way. His early upbringing embraced the New Zealandic culture. This is because the Chilwell family has their roots in New Zealand.

One of Chilwell’s parents, his dad, came to Britain together with his Grandfather (pictured below) in the early 1900s.

Meet Ben Chilwell's Parents and Grandfather. Have you noticed a resemblance?
Meet Ben Chilwell’s Parents and Grandfather. Have you noticed a resemblance?

While in England, both of Chilwell’s parents became acquainted with one another, thus leading to their marriage and, subsequently, to his birth.

Chilwell didn’t grow up alone but together with his big brother, whose name is currently unknown. Away from football, he bonds well with his best friend, James Maddison.

Ben Chilwell's best friend, James Maddison.
Ben Chilwell’s best friend, James Maddison.

Early on, Ben Chilwell’s dad built and integrated into his son the famous New Zealand Kiwi mentally, which he inherited during his days as a rugby player.

Back then, no one in the Chilwell household knew much about football. It was Ben Chilwell himself who introduced football to his parents. He once said,

It was only  when I started playing that my parents took an interest in the game and now they love it.

Ben Chilwell Childhood Story – Early Career Life:

The Baller's talent was obvious from his early years.
The Baller’s talent was obvious from his early years.

Chilwell’s first football experience began in his home’s back garden in Milton Keynes. Back then, in the garden, he created a goalpost where he played alongside his dad.

He used to get me to try to hit the crossbar with my left and my weaker right foot, says Ben. 

After enough home practice, Ben Chilwell’s dad agreed to enrol his son with Milton Keynes’ local team, Woburn Lions. Research has it that Ben attended Loughborough College and Redborne Upper School.

At Woburn Academy, a sense of fulfilment came for little boys when there was football participation. Hence, it was easy for Chilwell to integrate with his teammates.

Can you spot Ben Chilwell in this photo?
Can you spot Ben Chilwell in this photo?

Speaking about his experience at Woburn Lions, Chilwell once recalled;

I still remember my first game. It was against Willen, which was another team from Milton Keynes, and I think we ended up winning that game 15-0 or 16-0.

There were a few of us from that team who played together from when we were six or seven, four of us went on to be scholars, two at Leicester and two at MK Dons.

Later on, Chilwell moved to Bletchley Youth Football Academy in a bid to get more experience and an opportunity with the bigger club.

At the club, he went on to lead his team in winning all local competitions, which led to his first rise to fame.

Also, with the help of his parents, especially his dad, Chilwell got moulded into a fine player. He once reflected on how his dad pushed him, saying;

My father always pushed me when I was younger in terms of working hard and practicing, so that was instilled into me and I owe him a lot. Everything in fact.

Ben Chilwell Bio – Going Professional:

The only way to get opportunities was to apply for trials with bigger teams. This was Chilwell’s approach in his early quest to go professional.

He finally had a successful trial at the newly established Rushden & Diamonds, which was 24km from his home.

Rushden & Diamonds brought out the fire in him, thus making him visible to the eyes of Leicester City academy scouts, who invited the promising star for trials.

Chilwell travelled 87km from his home to have a successful trial with Leicester. Speaking about the transfer experience, he once said;

I eventually had a trial at Leicester City for six weeks. They wanted to take me on, but Rushden & Diamonds were trying to get a lot of money off them for me, even though I was only a 12-year-old.

Ben Chilwell Biography Facts – The Leicester Trial:

Chilwell started life at Leicester at the age of 12. Unfortunately, he couldn’t settle into the club three years after he was bought.

At the age of 15, Chilwell was absolutely convinced he was going to get released due to non-performance.

Young Ben in Leicester city colours.
Young Ben in Leicester city colours.

Chilwell was among four youth footballers who, despite struggling hard, didn’t get promoted to Leicester City U16.

He continued playing with the U15 team while the rest of his age group played for the U16s. Somehow, luck ran on his side as he wasn’t released despite the fears.

Leaving Football for Cricket: 

I also had another choice to make at this stage, as I was probably better at cricket than I was at football…

says Chilwell during his agony days with Leicester. The year before his struggles, Chilwell had just been signed into the cricket’s Northants academy and even went to Loughborough for an ECB England U15s trial.

However, it got to a time when he had to choose between football and cricket. Speaking about his choice, Chilwell once said;

I wasn’t really enjoying cricket as much.

They were long days and often with people who weren’t really my friends.

It’s just not the same dynamic as football and at that time, while I probably wasn’t as good at football, I just decided to give football one last opportunity.

Ben Chilwell Biography – Rise to Fame:

Once again, his dad stepped in, telling him to just keep going, that his natural talent, which had got him this far, would still push him on. It took no time before Chilwell bounced back and rejoined his promoted teammates.

This was followed by him winning the Academy Player of the Year award at the end of the 2014–15 season.

The 2015/2016 season became a turning point in his club and national career. That season, Chilwell gained promotion into the Leicester senior team and also had his England U18 call-up.

That same season (2015/2016) also happens to be the year the Leicester City team dominated England by winning the premier league trophy.

Despite Chilwell’s personal shot of the premier league crown, fans took much interest in Demarai Gray’s priceless look at the far right of the photo.

The rest, as they say, is now history.

Ben Chilwell and Joanna Chimonides – The Love Story:

Behind every successful man is a woman, and behind her is his wife. In the case of a successful Chilwell, there exists a glamorous girlfriend who goes by the name Joanna Chimonides.

Meet Joanna Chimonides, she is Ben Chilwell's lover.
Meet Joanna Chimonides; she is Ben Chilwell’s lover.

Both lovers have been together since July 2017, a year before his memorable Gareth Southgate England call-up.

Joanna Chimonides and Ben takes a photo together.
Joanna Chimonides and Ben.

Thanks to the 5 minutes distance between King Power Stadium and the University of Leicester, it was fairly easy for Chilwell to spot Joanna for a date and repeatedly check on her.

Joanna is described as someone whose beauty and brains go hand in hand. As of the time of writing, she is a graduate of Psychology from the University of Leicester.

Joanna once celebrated with her mates (pictured middle and far left) on her graduation, saying;

We did it 👩🏻‍🎓👩🏼‍🎓👩🏻‍🎓 so happy to have met these two beauties on our first day at uni, and now finishing with them 3 years later 💘 @emilygracedyer@christiegoodchild 💘💘💘

Personal Life away from Football:

Getting to know Ben Chilwell’s personal life outside the field of play will help you build up a better picture of him. Outside the pitch, Chilwell is extrovert, idealistic, possesses a great sense of humour and has an intense curiosity.

Ben Chilwell off the field: A vibrant extrovert with a zest for life, an infectious sense of humour, and an unquenchable curiosity.
Ben Chilwell off the field: A vibrant extrovert with a zest for life, an infectious sense of humour, and an unquenchable curiosity.

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Hi there! I am Hale Hendrix, a passionate football enthusiast and writer dedicated to uncovering the untold stories of footballers' childhood and biography. With a deep love for the beautiful game, I have spent countless hours researching and interviewing players to bring to light the lesser-known details of their lives.

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