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June 04 S2 Ep5: Tactics, Toothpaste... and the Title!
14 regular rounds played, 12 wins, 2 losses and an all-important bonus point - AO Manchester Thunder are League Champions…but the hard work is just beginning. The Major Semi-Final beckons, and who knows, a possible place in the Grand Final on Saturday 20th June.
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! We march on…welcome to Thundercast.
Finishing the regular season with a beater buzzer final goal from Sophie Fawns, AO Manchester Thunder are top of the table and will now face London Pulse in the Major Semi-Final.
Franchise Director and Head Coach Karen Greig joins presenter Lindsey Chapman to reflect on the season so far and on the possibilities that lie ahead. How will AO Thunder step up to the plate against London Pulse? Could they meet Nottingham Forest or Loughborough Lightning again on the road to the final and if so, what’s the plan?
With everything to play for, Karen offers her exclusive insight on next steps and a surprise guest waits in the wings to add her voice to AO Thunder’s campaign – what magic can she offer in the closing stages of the league?? And what does a tube of toothpaste have to do with the team's success?
Lindsey is joined by Netball and AO Thunder royalty as Tracey Neville MBE brings her expert eye to FANALYSIS! What are the 3 things that AO Thunder need to do to beat Pulse? Who is the biggest threat to the title? And how high pitched can Tracey’s ‘netball fan’ voice actually go!
The BIG questions, ahead of a BIG few weeks.
Get your tickets for the Major Semi Final on Saturday 6th June at the Velodrome Manchester (National Cycling Centre) - https://www.thundernetball.co.uk/tickets/

Tickets for the Grand Final are available here https://www.netballsl.com/tickets/
If you’d like to chat everything AO Manchester Thunder with Lindsey on the podcast, get in touch [email protected] or DM @LindseyChapmanPresenter.
Thundercast is written and presented by Lindsey Chapman and Produced by Ed Heaton. It’s an A-LinedMedia Production for AO Manchester Thunder.
38 min
April 15 S2 Ep4: Mid-Season Magic - Behind the Scenes on Game Day
It’s mid-season in the Netball Super League and time to get under the skin of AO Manchester Thunder on game day… so get your trainers on, do a few lunges, we’re going in….
Broadcaster and Netball Commentator Lindsey Chapman goes behind the scenes at Belle Vue, AO Manchester Thunder’s beloved home venue.
Heading into the player changing rooms she encounters 4 times Netball Super League winner and fan favourite Eleanor Cardwell. Returning to the franchise after winning the Suncorp Super Netball with Adelaide Thunderbirds, and overcoming serious injury, El shares her netball goals and explains what fans can expect from the team in the second half of the season.
A player with bags of experience, El knows her time playing out in Australia has influenced her game and mentality. Keen to bring that learning back to AO Thunder, she’s also realistic about the steps the league needs to take as the game in the UK moves towards full professionalisation.
When it comes to AO Thunder’s prospects for 2026, El is clear and focussed. The team are cementing their connections and know, if everything comes together, they can challenge for the top of the table.
Lindsey then goes out into the crowd to speak to AO Thunder’s brilliant fans. Handing the mic over, she’s keen to hear the analysis of those watching AO Thunder week in week out. FANalysis this time features a group of netball mums and daughters. As season ticket holders, Claire Standley and Hannah Jeal have brought their girls Flo, Izzy and Grace to the northern derby. The girls know their stuff and the mums have a keen eye on the top 4.
Netball dad Danny Nixon and his daughter Olivia love watching AO Thunder together. They share their thought on Thunders performance so far and what they hope for next.
Access All Areas features the incredible volunteer team who do so much behind the scenes to make game days at the Thunderdome special. Julie Naughton and Jules Rule are the life and soul of AO Manchester Thunder and they’ve got a story or two to tell.
Finally, as Lindsey heads to commentary with Sky Sports, Thundercast Producer Ed Heaton takes a roving mic into the stands to meet more brilliant fans and get a real flavour of game day.
The pod features info on group bookings – if have a group of 10 or more, make sure you take advantage of our group ticket discounts and save 20% on ticket prices – and on the arena games. Head to https://www.thundernetball.co.uk/group-tickets/ for more info.
If you would like to appear on FANalysis as part of Thundercast – get in touch:
Instagram: @Lindseychapmanpresenter
Email: [email protected]

Thundercast is written and presented by Lindsey Chapman and produced by Ed Heaton. It is an ALINED MEDIA production for AO Manchester Thunder.
36 min
March 13 S2 Ep3: Rumble and Roar
The Netball Super League 2026 is underway and, with her sights set on reaching the Grand Final at the Co-op Live in June, AO Manchester Thunder Head Coach Karen Greig talks to Lindsey Chapman about pre-season prep, player updates and her aims for the regular rounds.
Reflecting on the first few games, Karen is keen to keep building connections and admits that these things take time. No opponent in the league can be underestimated and, as she continues to ask more of Thunder, growth and development are key.
2026 is Greig’s 10th year as Head Coach of AO Manchester Thunder and her 25th year with the club. A moment of reflection allows her to look back at the history of the club as well as focusing on the future, including the big double header at M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on Saturday 9th May – get your tickets now https://www.thundernetball.co.uk/tickets/

LexisNexis Dragons have proved themselves a forced to be reckoned with this season and, ahead of their clash with Thunder, Aussie defender Jacqui Newton chats to Lindsey about Dragons’ ethos and dreams for the league this year.
Crediting the partnerships around her, along with a refreshed shooting end that includes long bomb queen Niamh McCall, Dragons are determined to bring Welsh fire to the competition. Jacqui also shares the Aussie influences she’s brought to Cardiff including the word ‘bogan’ which intrigues Lindsey!
If you would like to be on the podcast and take part in FANalysis, please get in touch now. @lindseychapmanpresenter (Instagram) [email protected]
Thundercast is written and presented by Lindsey Chapman and produced by Ed Heaton. It’s an A-Lined Media Production for AO Manchester Thunder.
32 min
November 26, 2025 S2 Ep2: It’s beginning to look a lot like Thundercast…
In the final Thundercast of 2025, Lindsey wraps up the year and looks forward to Super League 2026.

Joining the squad live at a training session in Manchester, Lindsey talks to international signing sensation Sophie Fawns. The Aussie attacker shares her reasons for joining Manchester Thunder, explains why she’s so excited to join El Cardwell and Lois Pearson in the shooting circle, and the kinds of skills she’s hoping to add to the team from her experience down-under. Sophie also reveals the one BIG reason you should but a ticket to see Thunder live in 2026.

FANalysis takes a different turn as the team look back on the year that was. In a special TEAMalysis, Karen Grieg, Taylor McKevitt and Elia McCormick reflect on their learnings from 2025, what they’re excited for in the new season and give us a sneak peak at their Christmas plans. Baby Proteas player Karla Victor, who is training with Thunder, tells Lindsey about the festive season in South Africa.

To round off the pod, Access All Areas goes big in an exclusive interview with Franchise owner David Jennings. With the inside scoop on what it’s like to watch a Thunder game as both a super fan AND Franchise Owner, David is open about the growth of Netball in the UK and his aspirations for Manchester Thunder.

Finally Lindsey reveals the BEST Christmas present out there – Thunder season tickets have a sparkly 10% off before 31st Dec. Season tickets from as little as £50 for children (£7.14 per game) and £104.50 for adults (£14.93 per game), which includes all 7 home games including the arena games. Go to https://www.thundernetball.co.uk/tickets/ for more information.

THANK YOU for listening this year and for all your comments. If you’d like to take part in FANalysis in 2026, get in touch:

Instagram: Lindseychapmanpresenter
Email: [email protected]

32 min
September 05, 2025 S2 Ep1: Sign On The Line...
The signing window has closed and Manchester Thunder Head Coach – Karen Greig – has secured her 10 athletes for the Netball Super League 2026.

Presenter and commentator Lindsey Chapman get’s the lowdown, not only on the 10 names on the list, but also on how Greig secured the signatures as well as her aspirations for how the team will work in the new season.

With reflections right across the squad Karen is excited about the combinations at her fingertips for 2026. Using learnings from last season, she can’t wait to get going with her new look side.

Lindsey is then joined by Fox Netball Commentator and Netball legend Sue Gaudion. The Australian presenter and outgoing General Manager of West Coast Fever, offers brilliant insight on Thunder’s new shooting circle which includes two players she’s been commentating on down-under: Eleanor Cardwell and Sophie Fawns. With laser focus analysis Sue explains why she feels Thunder’s attacking end will be so dangerous in season 2026.

Finally, Lindsey gets into some serious FANalysis (fan-analysis) with three brilliant Thunder fans from Runcorn Netball Club – Laura Dixon, Jenny Tierney and Lauren Hall. They discuss the big questions; how can Thunder improve on last year’s performance in order to reach finals and… has Karen ultimately signed the right 10?

Don’t forget to get your tickets for Manchester Thunder Coaching Conference on Saturday 4th October – info and tickets here: https://www.manchesterthunder.co.uk/events/netball-coaching-conference-2025/

If you would like to get in touch with the podcast or be part of FANalysis, we’d love to hear from you:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @lindseychapmanpresenter
33 min
June 17, 2025 S1 Ep6: Crunch Time
Fourteen regular rounds played, just four teams remain. They must battle it out to be crowned Netball Super League Champions 2025. It’s crunch time on Thundercast.

Ahead of the playoffs, TV presenter Lindsey Chapman talks to Franchise Director and Head Coach Karen Grieg about how the elite netball season has played out so far. Always open and insightful, Karen talks about the challenges Thunder have faced to finish 3rd in the table and about the plan for Semi-Finals. She speaks of her pride in a young team who have stepped up each week and looks forward to the possible match-ups ahead.

Lindsey is then joined by co-vice captains Josie Huckle and Taylor McKevitt to get a player’s perspective on the route to finals. The pair share the qualities they love about each other both on and off court.

FANalysis invites Thunder fans to share their thoughts on the team’s performance and this time it’s the turn of 14 year old super fan Jess Makin. Netball is in her blood and she believes Thunder has what it takes to go all the way.

Katie Thompson established the first ParaNetball Club in the North West with Dominoes Netball Club in 2021. Now part of the Manchester Thunder family, volunteer coach Julie Lynn and squad member Felicity Brown give an Access All Areas interview, showcasing the inclusive nature of the sport and tell you how you can get involved.

Tickets are still available for the minor semi-final at Belle Vue on Friday 20th June. Head to https://bit.ly/semi-final-2025 to buy tickets.
If you would like to get in touch with the podcast or be part of FANalysis, we’d love to hear from you:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @lindseychapmanpresenter

36 min
May 29, 2025 S1 Ep5: Let's Get Down To Business
As we reach the business end of the Netball Super League 2025, Lindsey talks to international players, homegrown pundits and gets behind-the-scene insight into netball TV production.

Manchester Thunder’s two South African superstars; Elmeré van der Berg and Nicola Smith are best friends and housemates. The two internationals tell Lindsey about their hopes for semi-finals and discuss the culture at Manchester Thunder. Nicola opens up about why she wanted to join the club and Elmeré shares her experience of building attacking connections with a fluctuating squad.

Enjoying life in the UK, the shooter and defender laugh about bizarre British traditions and our complicated road systems.

FANalysis welcomes Manchester Thunder superfans Lynsey Huddleston, Lianne Powers and Julie Ann Forbes. The friends, who play together for Whitworth Thunder Netball team, share their thoughts on the season so far and how they think Thunder can take on the teams at the top of the table. As season ticket holders, they know their stuff and explain how watching at Belle Vue has improved their own playing experience.

Access All Areas sees Lindsey catch up with TV Floor Manager Kevin Makin. Overseeing the smooth running of broadcast for the BBC streams, Kev explains his role at live matches and explains why he has a soft spot for Manchester Thunder.

Tickets are still available for the final few games of the regular Super League season. Head to Thunder’s website for more information: https://www.manchesterthunder.co.uk/tickets.
If you would like to get in touch with the podcast or be part of FANalysis, we’d love to hear from you:

Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @lindseychapmanpresenter
35 min
April 02, 2025 S1 Ep4: ThunderBOLT: Game Day Special
This time on the pod Lindsey and roving reporter Ed take you behind-the-scenes at a Manchester Thunder home game. Recorded live at Belle Vue, Lindsey speaks to new Thunder Captain Amy Carter about juggling her job as an NHS Doctor with the roles and responsibilities of leading the team. Amy gives us the gossip from inside the team as well as opening up about the challenges Thunder have faced coming into the Super League 2025.

FANalysis goes out into the crowd to soak up the atmosphere on game day and well as delving into the tactics on court as Thunder chalk up a decisive win over Nottingham Forest Netball. Thundercast producer Ed Heaton takes charge of the mic, getting an exclusive interview with a very special guest…the fastest human on the planet - Usain Bolt - is in the house.

Completing the game day experience, Lindsey chats with Thunderdome ‘MC’ James (Ginge) Phipps about his relationship with the crowd and why the atmosphere at a home game is so special.

Tickets for Thunder’s next Arena Home Game on Sunday 18th May at the M&S Bank Arena are available here: https://bit.ly/panthers-2025

If you would like to get in touch with the podcast or be part of FANalysis, we’d love to hear from you:

Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @lindseychapmanpresenter

34 min
February 20, 2025 S1 Ep3: Going Global!
Thundercast goes global as presenter Lindsey Chapman welcomes netball royalty to the podcast. Former England Netball Head Coach and valued member of the Thunder family, Tracey Neville, joins live from Australia to give her thoughts on the changes to the Netball Super League for 2025, the Thunder Squad and offers an insight into the coaching mid-set of good friend Karen Greig.

As Head Coach of Melbourne Mavericks, Tracey already works with many of the new rules coming into the NSL this year, including squads of 10 and the Supershot. But how will they impact the game here?

FANalysis has an international feel as Lindsey is joined by a Thunder fan who lives and plays in Luxembourg. Flying the Thunder flag abroad, Ali Gardner talks key players, game management and what Thunder need to do differently to push for the premiership this year.

With the NXT Gen League already underway and with a number of injuries within the Thunder Super League squad, the role of the Thunder pathway is more important than ever. New Pathway Head Coach Eliza Morgan shines a light on the movers and shakers in the NXT Gen squad as well as explaining how the league dovetails with Karen Grieg’s squad. There are also some brilliant tips for young players wanting to make that step up to the Pathway.

Don’t forget to get your tickets for Thunder’s first home game of the season – it’s a big one against Loughborough Lightning on Sunday 18th March at the AO Arena, tickets available here https://www.manchesterthunder.co.uk/tickets/.

To enter Thunder’s brilliant community competition – sponsored by the AO - to win a bespoke kit for your team head to the website https://www.manchesterthunder.co.uk/win-a-bespoke-netball-bundle-from-vx3/. Ts and Cs apply.

If you would like to get in touch with the podcast or be part of FANalysis, we’d love to hear from you:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @lindseychapmanpresenter

33 min
January 14, 2025 S1 Ep2: The Thunder Family 💛🖤
From the introduction of the Supershot to the world of Men’s and Mixed Netball, TV Presenter and International netball Commentator Lindsey Chapman brings the latest news and views from inside the Manchester Thunder camp.

Previous Thunder captain Natalie Metcalf talks to Lindsey about women’s health and staying involved in the game during pregnancy. Always generous with her answers, Nat shares player advice and thoughts as well as opening our eyes about playing the game with the Supershot rules in place.

In FANalysis – our dedicated supporter zone - Thunder superfan Vikki Harrison explains why she loves watching Thunder so much, what she’s hoping to see from the squad as season ’25 develops and the quirky nicknames she’s given the players on court. If you would like to take part in FANalysis, contact details are below.

Jacob Reilly-Cooper, club captain of Manchester Thunder Men’s and Mixed Netball, joins Lindsey to discuss how opening the sport up is encouraging new players and fans to take part. Manchester Thunder is the first fully integrated elite-level Women’s Men’s and Mixed franchise in the world.

If you would like to get in touch with the podcast or be part of FANalysis, we’d love to hear from you:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @lindseychapmanpresenter

34 min

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