In this week's episode of Coast Football Weekly, we’re joined by Mariners legend, Central Coast Icon and former Australian international Matt Simon.

From his early days playing grassroots football on the Coast, to becoming a Mariners star and earning a Socceroos cap, Matt’s journey is one that has inspired a generation of local players.

We dive into his rise through the local game, his pathway into professional football, and what it was like representing Australia on the international stage. Matt also reflects on his time playing overseas, the highs and lows of injuries and the challenges of his career as well as life after football.

This is an honest and insightful conversation with one of the Central Coast’s most recognisable football figures.

This week on CoastFootballWeekly, we’re joined by Jakeb Brownlow, Matthew Jacobsen, Emma Hurley and Tahlor Thackray ahead of the 2026 Association Cup Grand Finals.

With silverware on the line, we sit down with all four players to preview what promises to be a huge weekend of football on the Central Coast. We discuss their pre-season preparations, the journey to the Grand Final, and how each of their teams are shaping up heading into the big match.

Looking beyond the final, we also touch on expectations for the winter season and what lies ahead for their respective sides in 2026!

In this episode of Coast Football Weekly, we sit down with an NPL Sydney referee of 15 years who is also playing a key role in developing referees across the Central Coast.

We dive into his journey into refereeing, what it takes to officiate at a high level, and the realities of managing games in one of Australia’s most competitive leagues, this episode gives a rare insight into the game from a referee’s perspective.

We also discuss the development of referees on the Central Coast, break down some of the most misunderstood rules in football and much more!

In this episode of Coast Football Weekly, we sit down with Southern & Ettalong United President Stevie Skene for a deep dive into the realities of running a community football club.

Stevie shares her journey into football leadership and what it’s like being one of the few female club presidents in the region. We discuss the importance of volunteers, building a strong club culture, and the work that goes on behind the scenes to keep grassroots football thriving.

We also talk about junior development and player pathways, and how clubs like Southern & Ettalong are creating opportunities for young players to grow within the game.

On this week's episode of Coast Football Weekly we are joined by Jorge Chavez.

Jorge, and extremely decorated WPL coach, return to the WPL in 2026, taking the reins of Terrigal.

We talk about how he first got involved in football and the steps that have led him to where he is today. We take a deep dive into his coaching journey here on the Central Coast, the incredible success he has had throughout the years and much, much more!

For our inaugural episode, we’re joined by Shea Taylor, MPL First Grade Head Coach at Gosford City FC.

Shea takes us inside Gosford City’s promotion, what it took to get there, the challenges along the way, and what it means for the club moving forward. We dive into pre-season preparations, the realities of coaching at this level, managing expectations after promotion, and the pressures that come with leading a First Grade squad.

Plus… he drops a bombshell. A major signing for 2026 that’s sure to get people talking across the Coast!