Behind the Scenes of Wolves' Kitman: A True Family Man
Sean Ruiz, the head of kit at Wolverhampton Wanderers, has a unique approach to his job. Unlike many kitmen who prefer anonymity, Ruiz wears his shorts with pride and has formed close bonds with the players. He's not just a shirt supplier; he's a trusted advisor and friend.
Ruiz's office is a testament to his dedication to his craft. Shelves upon shelves of gold shirts, printing machines, and pigeonholes overflow with kit. Every inch of every wall is covered in meticulous planning, with detailed lists of player information, fixture dates, and preferred colours for each match. The kitman has developed an intricate system that ensures seamless execution on matchdays.
On game days, Ruiz and his team arrive at the training ground six hours before kick-off, loading a van with an array of essentials, including shirts, shorts, gloves, and towels. As they unload the laundry bins into the vast dressing area, Ruiz works tirelessly to set up the screens above each player's station, calling in digital department staff for assistance.
The kitman takes pride in knowing every player's size, number, and shirt preference by heart – a feat he admits is a testament to his years of experience. However, even Ruiz has made mistakes; it took him weeks to track down missing numbers during his time at New York Red Bulls.
As the team prepares for matchdays, Ruiz's focus on detail and teamwork comes to the forefront. From adjusting bench coats to inflating the match ball, every task is meticulously executed. "Matchdays are the best days," says assistant Barry Piper, as he flits around arranging coats and making last-minute adjustments.
Despite the chaos of game day, Ruiz maintains a sense of calm and camaraderie with his colleagues. When asked about previous experience, the kitman admits to having no idea what he was doing in a new role – but quickly figures it out, saying "you can't say no in a new place."
For Ruiz, kit is more than just a job; it's family. His close relationships with players and staff make him an integral part of the team's success. As he watches his team take to the pitch, Ruiz smiles, knowing that behind the scenes, he has played a crucial role in making the magic happen.
Sean Ruiz, the head of kit at Wolverhampton Wanderers, has a unique approach to his job. Unlike many kitmen who prefer anonymity, Ruiz wears his shorts with pride and has formed close bonds with the players. He's not just a shirt supplier; he's a trusted advisor and friend.
Ruiz's office is a testament to his dedication to his craft. Shelves upon shelves of gold shirts, printing machines, and pigeonholes overflow with kit. Every inch of every wall is covered in meticulous planning, with detailed lists of player information, fixture dates, and preferred colours for each match. The kitman has developed an intricate system that ensures seamless execution on matchdays.
On game days, Ruiz and his team arrive at the training ground six hours before kick-off, loading a van with an array of essentials, including shirts, shorts, gloves, and towels. As they unload the laundry bins into the vast dressing area, Ruiz works tirelessly to set up the screens above each player's station, calling in digital department staff for assistance.
The kitman takes pride in knowing every player's size, number, and shirt preference by heart – a feat he admits is a testament to his years of experience. However, even Ruiz has made mistakes; it took him weeks to track down missing numbers during his time at New York Red Bulls.
As the team prepares for matchdays, Ruiz's focus on detail and teamwork comes to the forefront. From adjusting bench coats to inflating the match ball, every task is meticulously executed. "Matchdays are the best days," says assistant Barry Piper, as he flits around arranging coats and making last-minute adjustments.
Despite the chaos of game day, Ruiz maintains a sense of calm and camaraderie with his colleagues. When asked about previous experience, the kitman admits to having no idea what he was doing in a new role – but quickly figures it out, saying "you can't say no in a new place."
For Ruiz, kit is more than just a job; it's family. His close relationships with players and staff make him an integral part of the team's success. As he watches his team take to the pitch, Ruiz smiles, knowing that behind the scenes, he has played a crucial role in making the magic happen.
His office looks like a treasure trove of kit, but what's the point of having all that gold shirt inventory when you could just outsource it? And don't even get me started on the pigeonholes – who thought those were a good idea? 
At least he's made mistakes and learned from them, I guess. But overall, it just seems like another example of someone getting lost in their own bubble. 
! It's so inspiring to see someone putting their heart and soul into their job, especially when it comes to something as important as kit management. I mean, who knew being a kitman could be an art form? 
The attention to detail is insane, from the pigeonholes to the screens above each player's station – it's like he's creating his own mini-production line over there! 
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. Ruiz's dedication to his craft is not just inspiring, but also shows us the importance of being present and focused in our own work and personal lives.
. Like, you can tell he's super passionate about his job and takes pride in every little detail – from the shirts to the gloves, its all part of the team's uniform 
. The team needs guys like Ruiz who care that much about the little things – makes me wanna be more detail-oriented 
. Like, I get it, they have to make sure everyone looks good on the field, but does it really matter? It's just football, right? But then I saw this article about Sean Ruiz and his team at Wolverhampton Wanderers and I was like, wow, these guys are total pros 
. They're always planning ahead, making sure every player has what they need, and the kitman is literally a trusted advisor to the players. That's cool, I guess. It just goes to show that even in sports, teamwork and attention to detail can make all the difference 
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. And can we talk about his office? It's like a treasure trove of all things football kits! I'm kinda jealous of his system and attention to detail – it's clear he takes pride in what he does 
. He's not just a behind-the-scenes guy; he's a true partner in their success! 
. But now, it seems like they're becoming part of the team itself, especially with Sean Ruiz at Wolves. I mean, who wouldn't want a kitman who's actually friends with the players? It's like having your own personal tailor, but also your confidant 
. But hey, if having a close-knit team behind the scenes can make the difference between winning and losing, then I say bring it on! 
I love how Ruiz is more than just a kitman, but a trusted advisor and friend to the players 
. I've been to a few games where the atmosphere was electric, and it's all thanks to the hard work of guys like Ruiz behind the scenes 
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. And that quote about not being able to say no in a new place is so relatable 
. He's like the glue that holds everything together 
. And it's awesome to see how he's got this whole family vibe going on with the players and staff 
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i mean, who else would show up 6 hrs before kickoff with their own van full of gear? 
i feel bad for the other kitmen who can't handle that level of detail... Ruiz just takes pride in knowing every player's size and number by heart, no wonder he's so good at it! 
his dedication to the craft is insane though - i mean 6 hours before kick-off? that's some serious prep work 
it's clear why barry piper loves working with him 