Part 1 of the non-league special is finally here. In this episode, I spoke to the chairmen of Northern Counties Division One side Shirebrook Town & Northern Counties Premier Division side Handsworth FC. I cannot thank both Martin & Steve enough for taking the time out of their busy schedules to talk all things non-league with us. Go follow them on social media & once the turnstiles open again - go & support both clubs! You will not be disappointed. The links are at the bottom of this description.

With Martin, we discussed:

- Martin's first year at the helm of Shirebrook Town, the challenges the pandemic has brought & his visions for the future.

- The role the club plays in the local community.

- What Shirebrook has to offer the disenfranchised BPL/EPL supporter post pandemic.

With Steve, we discussed:

- His trips with the England national team as the director of the infamous England band that we all know & love.

- Developments & operations at Handsworth FC.

- Chat about the facilities at Olivers Mount, key players in the Amber and Black ranks, the management team & what the future holds for Handsworth FC post pandemic.

- The amazing community links that the club is building.

- Why you should go (& why wouldn't you) & watch Handsworth when the turnstiles open again.

SHIREBROOK TOWN SOCIAL MEDIA:

Twitter: @ShirebrookTwnFC

Facebook: Shirebrook Town FC

Instagram: @Shirebrooktownfc

HANDSWORTH SOCIAL MEDIA:

England band: England Band - Home

Twitter: Handsworth_FC

Facebook: Handsworth FC