In this episode, Northumberland FA Football Development Officer Gary Middleton chats with Tony Walmsley — former A-League Technical Director, UEFA Pro Licence holder, and performance specialist. Tony shares his experiences from across the game and explores how true success in football starts with people development. From leadership insights to building environments where individuals can thrive, this conversation offers valuable takeaways for coaches at every level.

In this episode, we chat with Mark Lee, owner of Mark Lee Football Coaching in Australia, about developing your coaching philosophy within grassroots football. Mark shares his insights on building a clear coaching approach, nurturing players, and creating a positive impact in the game from the grassroots level up. A must-listen for coaches looking to refine their style and make a lasting difference.

Join us as we sit down with Ben Dawson, current Brondby first-team coach and former first-team coach at Leicester City and Newcastle United. From his early days in academy coaching to leading top-flight squads, Ben shares insights, experiences, and lessons learned along the way. Perfect for aspiring coaches, football fans, and anyone interested in the journey from youth development to elite football management.

Gary Middleton is joined by Paul Holder — National FA Coach Developer in the professional game and former Head of Academy Coaching at Brighton & Hove Albion — to discuss the importance of core moves in football. Paul breaks down how understanding movement, technique, and player development can shape performance on the pitch, sharing expert insights drawn from years of experience in elite coaching and coach development.

In this episode, Northumberland FA Football Development Officer Gary Middleton sits down with Ian Skinner — former Gateshead First Team Coach and ex-Newcastle United Academy Coach — to discuss his coaching journey and the lessons he’s learned along the way. From working in the professional game to developing players at grassroots level, Ian shares valuable insights into what it truly means to coach the individual and help them reach their potential, both on and off the pitch.

Joe Danquah, Pre-Academy Coach at NUFC, discusses his coaching journey and celebrates Black history within local football with Northumberland FA's Gary Middleton.

In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Pedley, U11/U12 Lead Coach at Newcastle United’s Academy, for an in-depth chat about the art of designing training sessions that truly support player learning.

Michael shares his experience working within a Premier League academy environment, offering practical insights into how he approaches planning, structure, and delivery to help young players understand the game and improve.

In this episode, we shine a light on the new generation of football coaches making their mark at academy level.

We're joined by three young coaches – Jack Sadler (U14s Coach at Middlesbrough Academy), Charlie Bews (U11s Coach at Newcastle United Academy), and Isaac Gamblin (U9s Coach at Middlesbrough Academy) – who share their experiences, challenges, and reflections on what it’s like to work in elite environments at such an early stage in their careers.

In this episode of The Female Landscape, we’re joined by Lloyd Miller – Football Development Officer for Women & Girls at Northumberland FA.

Lloyd shares his insight into the local female football scene, discussing the progress that’s been made across the region and the work still to do to ensure every girl has the chance to play.

In this episode of Between the Posts, we catch up with Tony Caig, Head of Academy Goalkeeping at Newcastle United, as he reflects on his unique journey through football – from life as a professional goalkeeper to shaping the next generation at the NUFC Academy.

Tony shares insights from his playing days, his transition into coaching, and how his experiences between the sticks have influenced his approach to developing young goalkeepers today.

A must-listen for anyone interested in the goalkeeper’s mindset, career progression in football, and the evolution of coaching at the academy level.