Academy alumni: Phil Brazier - the history maker who found his own way The alumni project run by Liverpool FC's Academy keeps in contact and supports those who have been part of the Kirkby set-up and departed in years gone by. As part of the scheme – run by Phil Roscoe, the Academy's head of player care – a regular newsletter is distributed featuring an interview with a former player to catch up on their career. It’s not easy making history at Liverpool Football Club. Whatever you do, whatever you win, there’s always some legend who’s got there before you, grabbed the T-shirt and tucked away the medal.