NLWFC Podcast

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I welcome Ant Plant and Ben Crowe to the pod. The gents have taken the reigns as joint player managers for the mens open age team following in huge footsteps.We hear from Ben & Ant as to how they plan to take on the role and transition from players to player managers. This includes their style, non negotiables and lofty ambitions.The excitement evident from both as well as a lot of fun in the quickfire questions round.Come have a listen 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode the media team come together, by request of Andy T, to talk through the journey of a meeting back in September 2025 whereby we spoke about improving our social media presence and starting a podcast. Those ideas turned into reality and we have gone from strength to strength. Come have a listen to the guys behind the cameras, posts and mic's.  

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Andy T reviews the recent AGM that was held at the club. A real insight onto the preparation and content of the AGM. Andy gives us his thoughts on the AGM as well as what to expect this coming year at NLWFC

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I welcome our General Secretary Dave T to the pod. Ever actually wondered what the role of the General Secretary is? What do they do and why? Well come have a listen as Dave gives us a real insight into the role. We also hear from Dave on his own NLWFC journey, carrying out a number of roles spanning an association in excess of 20 years with the club. Through that journey Dave details the changes in the role and the club and his personal proudest achievement at the club and why he is so proud. I assure you, you'll hear the pride and passion in Dave's voice on this one!!Come have a listen to our General Secretary himself. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I welcome club Treasurer Chris Walker to the pod. Chris shares his own and his family journey with the club that has seen him undertake a number of roles (sounds familiar) over the years up to his current role a the money man. Managing the accounts is an important aspect in the running of the football club and I get a real insight into some of the detail of how, why and the importance of doing so as well as being invited to partner with club Kit provider and global brand, Nike. We get to appreciate just how luck we are to have Chris at the club in his current role and how this helps the running of this amazing football club. Come give this one a listen so you get a good understanding as to how the coffers are put to good use

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I welcome Matthew Cunningham, professional academy coach, and Liam Woods, coaching in the USA, to the pod.Both of these lads grew up in Newton le Willows, knocked about with the same group of friends and both played and coached at NLWFC before going their separate ways.Today, both talk through their own coaching experiences and the individual pathways that they took including Matthew coaching academy players at a Championship Club with A Lister Owners and Liam moving to Philadelphia in the US to pursue his coaching career.  Whilst both work in different parts of the world, they cannot hide their passion and affiliation to NLWFC as they sit at the club with me sharing past and present stories. A great listen, insightful, fun with the key theme being the love for the game the both of the lads have,

Send us Fan MailThis week I welcome Tom Cunningham back to the podcast to talk all things affiliations and accreditations. For most of us we probably take for granted the fact that each of our teams require affiliation and that, without this, the children in our teams simply cannot play. With over teams at the club, the time and effort required is no mean feat. Thankfully, NLWFC have Tom on hand to ensure that all runs smoothly. Accreditations are also taken for granted but our 3 star sitting demonstrates the the standard expected at this amazing club as well as how those outside of the club view NWFC.Come have a listen. Insightful and helpful and Tom is, once again, a fantastic guest.  

Send us Fan MailChairman Andy Tither updates us on more good news for the club as well as reflecting on the amazing Kings Award News. Some real momentum at the club with all of this good news that demonstrates the high standards required and delivered by all at NLWFC.

Send us Fan MailIt's our first ever Xmas Special. This episode is full of fun, laughter, quizzes and some football thrown in for good measure. Come have a listen and test your Xmas song skills. 

Send us Fan MailThis episode comes with a listener WARNING!!! These lads are wild!!! Hugo, Oscar, Finn & Oliver come onto the pod full of E numbers having just attended the annual NLWFC Halloween Party.If you want an un-scripted, carnage podcast, then give this a listen. I actually had sympathy for Hugo's poor Dad!! Come give the lad's a listen...if you dare!!!!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome Mike to the pod to talk all things NLWFC commercials. A real behind the scenes insight into his role as a trustee looking after the commercials, looking for opportunities to ensure funds are coming into the club and working alongside other trustees Tom & Amy for grants and fundraising. NLWFC runs through the family for Mike. His Daughter plays for the club and he plays himself. Who will Mike call out to come onto the pod? 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome Tilly & Alex to the pod. Our junior players give us a real insight into their respective footballing journey's.How did they get into football? Who do they support? Who are their favourite players? We hear just how much they both love the game, their love for playing for NLWFC and their goals for the season.

Send us Fan MailWe welcome 3 of our amazing coaches Lee, Mike & Norm to the pod. The guys talk through the challenges, the fun and the rewards of being a football coach. A good insight through the lens of these coaches into what it's like planning sessions, recruiting players and the transition from non competitive to competitive football. A real organic insight as well as plenty of laughs and friendly banter in this energetic episode.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we are delighted to welcome Councillors David and Janette Banks to the episode alongside Andy in order to celebrate the club being recognised with the prestigious Kings Award for Voluntary Service. This is the equivalent to an MBE for an organisation. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome Trustees and NLWFC coaches Tom Cunningham and Amy Atherton to the podcast. Both talk through their respective roles as trustees raising funds for the club, not merely for on the field activities but also for the many social events the club put on.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome 2 amazing young ref's Ella & Mia to the podcast. Both are current players and referee's they are well suited to share the wonderful, all things being a referee. The good, the bad and the...opportunities. A fantastic insight into refereeing amateur football including how they deal with unruly coaches / parents, the importance of positive communication with coaches and the benefits of refereeing. A great listen with a mixture of maturity, humour and insight.   

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome Wildcats Coach Kerry to the episode.Kerry gives us an overview of the Wildcats, how the girls turn up to have a load of fun as well as seeing some of the girls progress into some of the competitive teams at the club.Kerry has some 11 years association with the club her loyalty to NLWFC flowing though.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome 3v3 coach Adam to the podcast. From both a football coach and proud parent, Adam gives us an overview of the 3v3 format, how important this format is for youngsters and his vision for growth in this format. His passion and enjoyment for the game is evident through this conversation. An insightful episode, one that is important to raise the profile pf the 3v3 format to allow young children to the club to play the beautiful game without too much structure, just fun.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome Academy and Under 7's & Under 9's coach Luke to the pod.Luke has over 7 years association with the club since taking his 2 year old Son for a kick about to become a long  serving coach at the Academy as well as 2 teams himself. A great insight into the role the Academy plays within the club as well as examples of those that have progressed through to further age groups within the club.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome PE Teacher and Fundamentals coach Dave to the podcast. Dave provides an overview of the role Fundamentals plays to the club with an insight into his own lads' current experience as well as his coaching role and how important this programme is to children who may have come to football slightly later than others.A great promotion for the Fundamentals and NLWFC in general. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome pan disability coach Connor and current player Charlie to the pod. A mix of serious points and lighthearted laughter with Charlie including Charlie's pick of the best players in the Prem right now. A great listen whereby Charlie really is the superstar of the pod!!

Send us Fan MailThe very first episode of the brand new podcast for all things Newton le Willows FC. In this episode we welcome Club Chairman Andy Tither and Men's Open Age Manager, Dan Farell to the pod. Andy gives us an overview of the current and future plans for the club whilst Dan gives an overview of pre-season as well as the amazing start to the season so far. Both dish the dirt on those with the worst taste in music in dressing room and who takes the longest getting ready for a game. Dan also calls out a challenge to one of his team....who is it?