Ballard-Matthews made a notable appearance when he was named as a substitute for the Wolves first-team at just 15 years old in their Carabao Cup tie against Blackpool in August 2023.

In an interview with the club, Ballard-Matthews expressed his excitement about signing his first professional contract. He stated, "It's a really good feeling to sign my first professional contract. I'm really happy and can't wait to get going. Last season I showed glimpses of what I can do, but now this season I'm looking to get a run of games consistency and show what I can do to help the team."

Ballard-Matthews reflected on his journey with the club, mentioning his initial success, getting called up for England, and being included on the bench for the first-team. He also discussed his experiences in the under-16s and under-18s teams, highlighting the challenges he faced, including injuries. Now, Ballard-Matthews is focused on staying on the pitch, maintaining his fitness, and performing to the best of his abilities.