NLWFC Podcast

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we welcome 2 club legends to the pod, Rik Fahey and Chris (Percy) Percival. The guys give us an overview of their time at the club including reminiscing on days gone by.Some of the stories the guys tell are a mixture of struggling to field an eleven on a Saturday, hilarious warm up routines and Faz's infamous team talks.  A great  chat with two all round good guys. Whether you're relatively new to NLWFC of been a player, supporter or member for years, come have a listen you'll love this episode. 

Send us Fan MailNewton Willows FC Podcast - Lanzarote half marathon for Lewis Bishop and Andy's Man ClubThree guests join Rob - Faz, Baz and Flynn - to talk about their upcoming half marathon in Lanzarote. The run is being done in memory of Lewis Bishop and to raise money and awareness for Andy's Man Club, with a strong focus on men speaking openly about mental health.An episode with a mix of seriousness, emption and laughter all for a really improtant reason.Please do not forget that the guys are raising money for Andy's Man Club and ask for every listeners support in donating wahtever they can afford using the link below.https://www.justgiving.com/page/lewishbishop?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Rob is joined with Liverpool County FA CEO Tony Smith & NLWFC Chairman Andy Tither, to discuss the club being awarded the Special Achievement Award by LCFA. Andy received a surprising email from the LCFA congratulating NLWFC on winning the special achievement award for the amazing volunteers at the club. This award is recognition of the club being awarded the Kings Award for voluntary services and just as special as this has been recognised by those who support and govern the beautiful game at grassroots level. Tony also provides an insight into what the LCFA are working on and their goal and aims for the future. This is a real insightful listen to anyone associated with a grassroots football club.

Send us Fan MailIn 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.

Send us Fan MailNewton Willows FC Podcast: Chairman's UpdateRob 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, we also hear a heartfelt tribute to Lewis Bishop, including how the club and open age group are honouring his memory this season.Key topicsIn this episode: why the club is launching monthly chairman updates and what members can expect from themThe summer tournaments were a major success, with weekly events across age groups from under 7s to under 16s, boys and girlsThe tournament format was adjusted to keep squads together and make events more competitive, fair, and short and sharpAndy highlights the volunteers and organisers who made the tournament schedule work, including James Styles, Chris Walker, Luke Ramsden, Phil and Michelle, and Kerry MorrisA successful Armed Forces Day tournament stood out for the players' respect, including a two-minute silence and excellent behaviour throughoutThe club used the summer to improve the look of Newton Sports Club, installing new vinyls, painting railings, and replacing advertising boardsA new sponsors day is being planned to give partners a first-hand view of the club and build a more reciprocal relationship with local businessesPre-season is described as the club's busiest period, with affiliations, DBS checks, coaching courses, safeguarding, registrations, kits, fixtures, and subscriptions all needing to be completedThe club now has 43 teams, including new under 7, under 8, and under 12 additions, plus growing senior pathways from juniors into open age footballThe KGV project is still moving forward, with lease, trust, and funding discussions continuing, and a potential six-figure funding opportunity being exploredAndy pays tribute to Lewis Bishop, sharing how the club, the open age lads, and the wider community have supported his family and how his memory will be honoured through memorial plans and a renamed goal of the season trophy

Send us Fan MailIn 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, heartfelt and insightful, come give this episode a listen 

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.