NLWFC Podcast
The official podcast for Newton le Willows FC with reviews and previews of matches from all age groups, player, coach and fans interviews as well as fun features #ForzaNewton
Episodes
In this episode of the Newton Willows FC podcast, Rob Flutter sits down with first team coaches Ben Crow and Ant Plant to reflect on their journey since stepping into their roles. They discuss the highs and lows of pre-season training, the challenges of managing a squad, and the importance of adapting quickly to new roles.
Newton Willows FC Podcast: Chairman's Update
Rob Fludder is joined by chairman Andy Tither for the first of the club's monthly chairman updates, covering summer progress, new-season readiness, and the work happening behind the scenes. Andy shares the scale of the club's volunteer effort, the success of the summer tournaments, and the ongoing plan to turn club facilities into a stronger community asset.In this episode...
In this episode former chairman Jeff Taylor & current chairman Andy Tither give us an insight into their recent visit to Buckingham Palace to represent Newton le Willows FC in honour of bring awarded the Kings Award for Voluntary Services.
From the invite, the drive down, waiting patiently at the gates to meeting royalty, yes actual royalty, the guys share their amazing experience with us.
Funny, heart...
In 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 qui...
In 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.
In 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
In 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 ...
In 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 s...
In 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...
This 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 smoothl...
Chairman 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.
It'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.
This 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!!!!
In 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 himsel...
In 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.
We 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 energ...
In 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.
In 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.
In 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 bene...
In 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.
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