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The NPL Show | The official Northern Premier League podcast

Northern Premier League
FA Cup
Northern Premier League
Stocksbridge Park Steels
Non-League Football
Lancaster City
FC United Of Manchester
Warrington Rylands
Gainsborough Trinity
Penalty Shootouts
Financial Difficulties
NPL East Division
FA Trophy
Covid-19
Northern Premier League Premier Division
FA Vars
Dunston
Football Management
Rushall Olympic
Carlton Town
Leek Town

The official podcast of the Pitching In Northern Premier League. Hear from managers, players, officials and journalists covering the four divisions of the NPL at steps 3 and 4 of the English football pyramid.

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Latest Episodes

Accrington Stanley's all-time EFL appearance maker and current Clitheroe manager Sean McConville joins Sam Armitage to chat all about his storied professional career, which included a League Two title win and solid third-tier years at Accrington.

He... more

Emley manager Richard Tracy joins Sam Armitage to chat all about the rise of the club he has managed since 2019 from Step 6 to 2nd place in the NPL East Division.

He chats about winning the club's first trophy in 25 years, the change in expectations... more

Hednesford Town defender Chris Hussey joins Sam Armitage to chat about his career through football, which started and is now concluding in non-league, and has involved more promotions than not.

He discusses whether he believes Hednesford possesses s... more

In something a little different, host Sam Armitage is joined by the NPL's EDI lead, Umar Ahmed, the FA's Mo Matadar, match official Sufyaan Shaffi and Trafford player Bile Ahmed to chat all about Ramadan, what it means to Muslim people and how they b... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Liddle
Whitby Town manager and former professional player
Whitby Town
Episode: Gary Liddle on National League Promotions, FA Cup upsets and transition into playing, and managing, in the NPL
Daniel Barrett
Manager of Grimsby Borough who has celebrated 500 games in charge.
Grimsby Borough
Episode: Dan Barrett on hitting 500 games as Grimsby Borough manager, and taking them from Step 6 to Step 4 in 10 years
Kevin Ellison
Professional footballer and recent milestone achiever
Vauxhall Motors
Episode: Kevin Ellison's favourite memories from 1,000 senior games
Conrad Logan
Manager of Anstey Nomads
Anstey Nomads
Episode: Conrad Logan on Anstey Nomads' growth and a record FA Trophy run
Gary Martin
Striker for Hebburn Town
Hebburn Town FC
Episode: Gary Martin on a career in Iceland, Belgium and Hebburn
Richard Duffy
Congleton Town manager with an extensive EFL career and international experience with Wales.
Congleton Town
Episode: Richard Duffy on playing against Brazil and navigating Step 4 with Congleton Town
Martin Carruthers
Manager of Basford United and former professional footballer
Basford United
Episode: What keeps Martin Carruthers motivated during his third spell as Basford United manager?
Craig Elliott
Manager of Bradford Park Avenue with extensive experience in non-league football
Bradford Park Avenue
Episode: Craig Elliott on why semi-professional management and project jobs suit him as he looks to take Bradford (Park Avenue) back up the divisions
Russ Wilcox
Manager of Gainsborough Trinity
Gainsborough Trinity
Episode: Russ Wilcox on taking Gainsborough Trinity to the FA Cup First Round in back-to-back seasons

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Sam Armitage
Host of The NPL Show

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Matt Rhead on turning pro at 28, winning at Wembley and returning to Kidsgrove as player/manager
Q: How do you look back at your first half season as a manager?
It was challenging, but we focused on playing to our strengths and made improvements to ensure the team was hard to beat.
Matt Rhead on turning pro at 28, winning at Wembley and returning to Kidsgrove as player/manager
Q: Can you remember what the conversation was when Mansfield came in for you?
I was hesitant because I had a secure job and a family, but I didn't want to live with regrets about not pursuing football.
Matt Rhead on turning pro at 28, winning at Wembley and returning to Kidsgrove as player/manager
Q: What was it like going and playing at the Emirates and walking out and starting that game?
It was a surreal experience, one I dreamed about. The atmosphere was intense, and I believed we could win that day.
Matt Rhead on turning pro at 28, winning at Wembley and returning to Kidsgrove as player/manager
Q: At what point when you're going up through kind of the non-league system, do you kind of think to yourself, maybe I could go pro here?
Even now, I still believe I could play pro, as I've always strived to be the best on the football pitch.
Dan Barrett on hitting 500 games as Grimsby Borough manager, and taking them from Step 6 to Step 4 in 10 years
Q: What would you say is your most memorable moment of your first five or so years at that club?
Barrett recounts critical matches that highlighted tactical changes leading to victory, emphasizing the growth of the team and personal relationships formed.

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Focused on the world of non-league football in the Northern Premier League, the content features a wide array of discussions surrounding managers, players, and the intricate dynamics of clubs within steps 3 and 4 of the English football pyramid. Conversations often highlight personal management journeys, club performance challenges, and community engagement, creating a well-rounded view of what it takes to succeed in this grassroots level of the sport. Unique insights from various perspectives, including fan experiences and operational strategies at clubs, are also notable, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts and members of the football community alike.

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The NPL Show launched 7 months ago and published 28 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The NPL Show include:

1. Gary Liddle
2. Daniel Barrett
3. Kevin Ellison
4. Conrad Logan
5. Gary Martin
6. Richard Duffy
7. Martin Carruthers
8. Craig Elliott

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