Across The Pitch

Phil and Tony welcome Accrington Stanley owner Andy Holt back to the show to talk about all happenings with Accy, including the recent match at Liverpool in the FA Cup, what it means to the club both historically and financially, his succession plan, and the future of the club, whats happening both on and off the pitch, and much more!

Phil and Tony are joined by ATP co-founder and former co-host Arran Airs for a blast from the past. The catch up with Arran on what he has been up to since his last appearance on the show, plus all things football and Accrington Stanley. Also an entertaining trivia contest pitting Tony's knowledge of Australia against Arran's knowledge of Canada. A fun an entertaining episode!

Phil and Tony introduce new Accrington Stanley Commercial Director and future CEO Warren Eastham to the Accy Community in his first long form interview since starting his new position with the club. They talk about the future of the club, sustainability, Andy Holt's continued involvement through the new progression strategy, budget, playing staff, potential signings, and much more. They also go in depth about the club going cashless, the new option to watch matches on Paramount Plus in the U.S., and Tony asks listener questions.

Phil and Tony return after a 1 year hiatus to talk all things Accrington Stanley, in addtion to catching up on what has happened over the past year, they talk about an upcoming Cup match with Swindon Town at home Saturday, and a League Two match at Grimsby Town coming up Tuesday. They talk abotu players to watch on Accrington and tactics of new manager John Doolan, plus much more. #onstanleyon

Tony, Darren, and Phil return to Across The Pitch Season 7 following a brief, unscheduled hiatus, and catch up on everything happening in the world of Accy football since their last episode. They discuss results in both League and Cup matches, Tony's visit to England, the drama surrounding Andy Holt's possible sale of the club, top players, and much more!

Tony and Phil discuss new rule changes and emphasis across the EFL, especially in regards to time keeping, what this means for matches, and why you should expect to see more stoppage time this season. Also a look at Accrington Stanley's opening League 2 matches, and more.

Tony and Phil discuss the upcoming Accrington Stanley season, expectations for the upcoming League 2 campaign, players coming and going, top players, expected lineups, a prediction for Saturday's first match against Newport County and much more.

Tony, Darren, and Phil wrap up their discussion about the outlook for next season in League 2 in terms of what the squad will look like, returing and departing players, what postions the team needs to address this offseason, and much more.

Tony, Darren, and Phil discuss the outlook for the 2023-24 Accrington Stanley season following the release of their retained/released players list, and what the squad need to to do to be competitive in League 2, a MIND BLOWING stat on Seamus Conneely, and more!

Tony and Phil are cheesed off about the short memories of; and lack of support being shown to the Accrington Stanley management staff by some supporters, as the team battles for its League One life.

Phil and Tony discuss the reality that could be relegation to League 2 for Accrington Stanley, and what the team would need to do to bounce back up, if that happens. They also look at upcoming matches for this season, and opponents, and discuss what Stanley needs to do to stay up.

Phil and Tony talk about the disappointing results in Accrington Stanley's most recent match against MK Dons, and what the team must to do to right the ship, after slipping into the relegation zone.

Phil and Tony discuss all things Stanley, including a recent rash of suspensions, players expected to return from injuries and potential lineups, a look at upcoming matches and recent results, plus a new contest to WIN A FREE WEEK OF IFOLLOW STANLEY!

Phil and Tony talk to Wayne Shuttleworth, and his daughter Libby, Accrington Stanley season ticketholders, and avid supporters who travel to most away matches. They discuss how they started supporting Stanley and why, favorite players ane memories of the matches, and a discussion about this season's results and outlook for the last 15 matches, plus rapid fire, and more.

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley "combative midfielder" Liam Coyle about his football career including his youth days with Liverpool Academy, before joining Accy in 2021, his two years with Stanley thus far, Including leading the club in minutes played this season, Rapid Fire, Peter's Corner, and more!

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley Supporters Trust chairman Peter Leatham about all things Accy both on and off the pitch, including thoughts on the season so far, happenings with the Supporters Trust, Club 1968, and much more!

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley midfielder Ethan Hamilton about his football career, including his youth career in Scotland, and time with the Scottish Youth National Teams, plus his time with Manchester United Academy, Rochdale, Bolton, and Peterborough before becoming a mainstay in the Accrington midfield the past 2 seasons. 

Phil, Tony, and Darren talk all things Accrington Stanley including the recent FA Cup match against Leeds United, the upcoming Papa John's trophy match against Bolton, recent signings in the transfer window, Saturday's match against Lincoln, and more!

Phil and Tony talk to striker Aaron Pressley, currently on loan to Accrington Stanley from Brentford. They discuss his career before coming to Stanley including time at Aston Villa and a loan stint at AFC Wimbledon, as well as his family history in the sport of football, rapid fire, Peter's corner and more.

Phil and Tony talk to defender Ryan Astley, currently on loan to Accrington Stanley from Everton about his youth career, time with the Wales International Teams, this year with Stanley so far, and his future career aspirations.

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley defender Harvery Rodgers about his now 7 seasons with Accy, including this season's results so far and outlook going forward, past seasons with Stanley, his youth career with Hull, Rapid Fire, Peter's Corner, and much more!

Phil, Tony, and Darren do a 2022 year end wrap up and holiday special where they discuss all things Accrington Stanley, on and off the pitch, including favorite matches of the year, top player of the season, a look at possible signings, upcoming FA Cup and Papa John's Trophy matches, Christmas wishes for the club, Phil gets cheesed off as they discuss the recent noise ordinance issues between the club and the Hyndburn Council, and much more!

Tony and Phil talk to Accrington Stanley forward Matt Lowe, who came over this season after spending 7 seasons with Brackley Town. They discuss his recovery from hip surgery and time table for his return, what life was like juggling a teaching career while playing non-league, and how life has changed now that he is back to full time football.

Tony and Phil talk to Accrington Stanley defender Doug Tharme, who is currently with the club on a season long loan from Blackpool. They talk about this season so far, his youth football career and experience before joining Stanley, time playing in Wales, studies and interests outside of football, plus Rapid Fire, Peter's Corner, and much more!

Phil and Tony talk to Heath Groves, Chairman of Accrington Stanley Ladies FC, the 1st Team of which, currently plays in the North West Womens Regional Football League, Division 1 North. They discuss everything about the team both on and off the pitch, including results, top players, tactics, and the growth of the ladies program to now a total of 9 teams. You can find more about the club at https://www.aswomen.org

Tony and Phil talk about the happenings in and around the WHAM Stadium, recent disappointing match results, what can be done to turn things around, upcoming guests and features, and Tony gets cheesed off!

Tony and Phil talk to Accrington Stanley head groundskeeper Ben Kay about his playing career and work at Chorley before coming to Accy, and everything you could ever want to know about pitches, including why its watered at halftime, cleaned after the match, what a hybrid pitch means, and more!

Phil and Tony talk about Tony's first trip back to Accrington since 2019, and the matches he has seen so far, and how the WHAM Stadium has improved both on and off the pitch, and in the pub department since his last visit. The also review recent matches against Exeter and the Papa John's Trophy against Rochdale, plus predictions for Ipswich.

Darren, Tony, and Phil talk to David Earl, from the Netflix series Afterlife, and host of the podcast My New Football Club, about Exeter City. The discuss this week's upcoming match between Accrington Stanley and Exeter, and talk to David about his podcast and his new found fandom of The Grecians.

Darren, Tony, and Phil talk to Phil Hackney who was head of the Accrington Stanley academy from 2006-2012, and was in charge of its founding. They talk about his time with the club, key players that he signed, and also catch up about his current gig as Assistant Manager to Bobby Grant at Radcliffe FC.

Phil, Tony, and Darren discuss the upcoming 2022-23 Accrington Stanley season, including which players they expect to make the biggest impact, new signings, predictions for where the team will finish, and happenings with the supporters trust, plus the latest on the iFollow situation.

Darren, Tony, and Phil speak to Chris Turner, who player with Accrington Stanley from 2006-2011, and with other clubs around England including Barrow, Clitheroe, Worksop, Padiham, Barnoldswick, and others about life both during and after football.

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley manager John Coleman about all things Accy including a look back at the 2021-22 season, and expectations for the upcoming 22-23 season. They talked about results and key players from last season, new signings, the academy, upcoming preseason fixtures, tactics for next season, and of course Coley's Pub, and much more!

Phil, Tony, and Darren look back at Accrington Stanley's 2021-22 season with just one match left to play. They discuss results from the season, top players, favorite matches, outlook for next season, and how long they expect John Coleman to remain at the helm.

Tony and Phil discuss the recent firing of Burnley manager Sean Dyche, and how a relegation could lead to increase attendance at Accrington, plus an in depth review of the Dyche sacking, and U.S. ownership in the Premier League.

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley defender Mitch Clark about his football career beginning with his youth days at Aston Villa, stops at Port Vale and Leicester City before siging with Accy this summer.

Tony and Phil talk to Accrington Stanley goalkeeper Toby Savin about his career beginning with his youth days at Southport, Everton, and Crewe Alexandra, and the past 2 season with Accrington Stanley where he has started over 50 games, recording 16 clean sheets.

Tony and Phil interview Accrington Stanley Managing Director Dave Burgess about the happenings at the club, including the recent opening of new facilities at WHAM Stadium including the new hospitality area, Coley's bar, and much more.

Darren, Tony, and Phil speak to Daniel Bowerbank, former commercial director of Accrinton Stanley, who is now owner of the Albion pub about life during and after his time with Stanley, and also his involvement with the resurrection of Bury FC.

Phil, Tony, and Darren sit down for this month's pub chat where they discuss Accrington Stanley's recent form, happenings around the club, and a fun quiz about where football teams in different countries are located

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley vlogger Liam Atkinson about all things Stanley, including the season so far and which players have impressed, the transfer window, and more.

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley vlogger Steve McKelvey about his popular Youtube channel, his thoughts on the Accy season, the transfer window, and much more.

Darren, Tony, & Phil speak to Peter Marsden, who was Accrington Stanley chairman in the early 2010's. They discuss an up and down time in the club's history that saw previously unprecedented success on the pitch, but financial difficulties off the pitch, the leaving and returning of John Coleman and Jimmy Bell, and was the bridge between the Eric Whalley, and Andy Holt eras.

Darren, Tony, and Phil talk to Accrington Stanley legend Chris Grimshaw, who played over 300 games, in 3 different spells with Accy during the 1980's-90's, scoring over 50 goals. He reflects on his memories of his playing days beginning at Burnley, before moving to Accy and other clubs in England, and more recently, his successful, and life changing battle off the pitch.

Tony, Darren, and Phil kick of 2022 with a pub style chat about all things Accrington Stanley, including the conclusion to the Dion Charles saga, a look at the season thus far and outlook for the second half of the year, what might happen in the January transfer window, Darren's new project on the Peel Park era, and much more!

Phil and Tony talk to Accrington Stanley Public Address Announcer Josh Adcroft about all things Accy. They discuss results from the season so far, and expectations for the 2nd half of the year. They also look at top players from the squad, what the team may be looking for in the January transfer window, Club 1968, and more.

In Part 2 of our 3rd Anniversary Celebration, Phil talks with Scott Brown, the first guest to ever appear on Across The Pitch. They catch up since the last time he was on the show, and talk about his retirement from football, and move into work in the agent industry in his post playing days.

Phil is joined by past and present co-hosts and contributors sharing their experience, and journey with the show. Part 1 features the beginning of each person's story, with each story completing, plus a special guest in the upcoming parts. In order of appearance, Part 1 features Arran Airs and Matt Robards, Ross Devonport, Jonny Hibbard, Abdulai Suburu, Peter Leatham, and Darren Woodhead and Tony Robinson closing.

Darren, Tony, and Phil talk to Neil Edmonds, who is originally from Accrington, and played at Stanley, Oldham, and Rochdale in the 1980's-90's, but now resides in upstate New York. They discuss his playing career and life after football on the Western side of the pond, plus the Accrington now vs then, and a bit about American Sports.

Phil and Tony speak to lifelong Accrington Stanley Supporter Gary De-Maine, first with a quick recap on the recent FA Cup match against Port Vale, and the importance of Cup Competitions to Stanley, then they speak about his late father John De-Maine, a former director and commercial manager at Stanley about his role with the club from 1993 through 2009, and the challenges he faced growing Stanley's brand and merchandising in that era.

Phil and Tony talk to Bryn Tracey, who has been the head coach of the Accrington Stanley Ladies Team since July of 2020. They discuss goals for the less than 5-year-old club both on and off the pitch, some of the differences between the men's and women's games, how the pyramid works, top players on this years squad, and his future aspirations both for the club and personally.