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"We do our own fing....." The NPL Show's Monthly Review returns for one last edition for the season. This month, Ben and James were joined by Cheshire Non League Journalist Andrew Simpson, by Ian Burke from 26nil and by FC Radio's Swampy. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. This programme was recorded at the Heaton Hops on Wednesday 15th May 2024. - www.heatonhops.co.uk Music by Hard Luck Child
On a special edition of The NPL Show this week, we hear from the winners of this season's Northern Premier League Playoffs. On the show, Ben is joined by Marine Manager Neil Young, following his side's promotion to the National League North. And we discuss promotion from Step 4, as we also catch up with the Managers at Prescot Cables, Harborough Town, and Stockton Town. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child
On this week's show, we hear from the winners of the NPL Midlands and East Divisions, as we catch up with the Managers at Spalding United and Hebburn Town. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child
On this special edition of The NPL Show, we look ahead to this week's Playoff Semi Finals, as Ben was joined by Non League Journalist Andrew Simpson. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child
On The NPL Show this week, we look ahead to the final weekend in all four Northern Premier League divisions, as Ben and James were joined by Whitby Town Radio's Andrew Snaith. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child
On this week's show, we look ahead to a crucial weekend in all four Northern Premier League divisions, as Ben and James were joined by North East Football Writer Mark Carruthers. On this week's show, we also catch up with Anthony Johnson, joint manager of the new NPL Champions Radcliffe, The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child
On this week's show, we look ahead to this weekend's crucial fixtures in the league, as Ben and James are joined by Non League Reporter Thomas Feaheny. Plus this week we also catch up with the new Champions of the West Division, as we're joined by Leek Town Manager Josh Brehaut. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child
"Setting the scene......" The NPL Show returns for our March review, as the team look at the promotion races in all four Northern Premier League Divisions. On this month's show, Ben was joined once again by League Match Coordinator James Heyes, by 26nil's Ian Burke, and by Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson. In addition, we also catch up with Macclesfield Manager Michael Clegg, ahead of this weekend's FA Trophy Semi Final at Gateshead. This programme was recorded at the award winning Heaton Hops on Wednesday 3rd April 2024. - www.heatonhops.co.uk The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, Ben and James are joined by Whitby Town Radio's Andrew Snaith, as we look ahead to a very busy weekend in the league. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On this week's show, we look ahead to Non League Day in the Premier Division this weekend, as Ben and James were joined by North East Football Writer Mark Carruthers. We also catch up with the Managers at Marine, Worksop Town and FC United The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On this week's show, we look ahead to this weekend's fixtures in the league, as Ben and James are joined by Non League Reporter Thomas Feaheny. Plus this week we also catch up with the Managers at Ashton United, Leek Town, and Stockton Town. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On this month's NPL Step 4 Show, we hear from the Managers at Quorn, Newton Aycliffe, North Ferriby, and Bootle. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
"More crunch games......" The NPL Show returns for it's February review, as Ben was joined once again by League Match Coordinator James Heyes, by 26nil's Ian Burke, and by Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson. In addition, we hear from Macclesfield Manager Michael Clegg, ahead of his side's FA Trophy Quarter Final tie with Coalville Town. This programme was recorded at the award winning Heaton Hops on Wednesday 6th March 2024. - www.heatonhops.co.uk The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, Ben and James are joined by 26nil's Luke Edwards, as we look ahead to this weekend's matches in the league. On this week's show we're also joined by the Managers at Morpeth Town and Workington. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, Ben and James are joined by Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson, as well as by the Managers at Radcliffe, Hyde United and Guiseley. Plus we're joined by Whitby Town Radio's Andrew Snaith, as we look ahead to this weekend's matches in the league. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On this week's show we look ahead to this weekend's fixtures as Ben and James were joined by North East Football Writer Mark Carruthers. We also catch up with the Managers at Warrington Rylands, Bamber Bridge, and Gainsborough Trinity. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On this week's show we're joined by Macclesfield Manager Alex Bruce, as we look ahead to his side's FA Trophy fifth round tie on Saturday. In addition, we also look ahead to this weekend's fixtures in the league, as Ben and James are joined by Non League Reporter Thomas Feaheny, as well as the Managers at Lancaster City, Bradford Park Avenue, and Atherton Collieries. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On this month's NPL Step 4 Show, we hear from the Managers at Harborough Town, Loughborough Dynamo, Belper Town, Hebburn Town, Prescot Cables, and Witton Albion. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
"All patched up......" The NPL Show is back for it's first monthly review of 2024, as Ben was joined this month by League Social Media Officer James Heyes, by 26nil's Ian Burke, and by Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson. This programme was recorded at the award winning Heaton Hops on Wednesday 31st January 2024. - www.heatonhops.co.uk The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, Ben and James are joined by Whitby Town Radio's Andrew Snaith, as we look ahead to this weekend's matches in the league. On this week's show we're also joined by the Managers at Worksop Town, Morpeth Town and Ilkeston Town. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On this week's show we look ahead to this weekend's fixtures as Ben and James were joined by North East Football Writer Mark Carruthers. We also catch up with the Managers at Marine, Hyde United and Guiseley. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
"It's a dream......" The NPL Show is back for it's monthly review for December, as we're joined by two Managers looking to progress in the fourth round of the FA Trophy this weekend, as we hear from the Managers at Nantwich Town and Radcliffe. In addition, we also discuss the league this month, as Ben was joined by League Social Media Officer James Heyes, by 26nil's Ian Burke, and by Swampy from FC Radio. This programme was recorded at The Heaton Hops on Wednesday 10th January 2024. - www.heatonhops.co.uk The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
The Step 4 Show returns for 2024, as this month we hear from the Managers at Leek Town, Stockton Town, Dunston, Spalding United, and Anstey Nomads. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On the first NPL Show of 2024, Ben and James are joined by Non league Reporter Thomas Feaheny, as we look ahead to this weekend's matches in the league. On this week's show we're also joined by the Managers at Whitby Town, Bamber Bridge, and Basford United The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
Ben and James return this week as they look back at all the league results from a busy festive period. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, Ben and James are joined by 26nil's Luke Edwards, as we look ahead to this weekend's matches in the league. On this week's show we're also joined by the brand new Manager at Bradford Park Avenue Danny Whitaker, as well as interim Manager at Lancaster City Andy Teague, and Warrington Rylands' Manager Michael Clegg. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
The NPL Show returns this week as Ben and James were joined by Whitby Town Radio's Andrew Snaith. On this week's show, we also catch up with the Managers at Ilkeston Town, Morpeth Town, and Atherton Collieries. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
The Step 4 Show returns for November's edition, as we hear from the Managers at Pontefract Collieries, Consett, Sutton Coldfield Town, Runcorn Linnets, and Widnes. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
"Technically the Christmas Show......" The NPL Show is back for it's monthly review for November, as we're joined by three Managers looking to progress to the fourth round of the FA Trophy this weekend, as we hear from the Managers at Macclesfield, Nantwich Town and Radcliffe. In addition, we also discuss the league this month, as Ben was joined by League Social Media Officer James Heyes, by 26nil's Ian Burke, by Swampy from FC Radio, and by Cheshire Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson. This programme was recorded at The Heaton Hops on Wednesday 6th December 2023. - www.heatonhops.co.uk The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On this week's show we look ahead to this weekend's fixtures as Ben and James were joined by North East Football Writer Mark Carruthers. We also catch up with the Managers at Ashton United and Marske United, as well as the brand new Manager at Stafford Rangers Dave Cooke. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, Ben and James are joined by Non League Reporter Thomas Feaheny, as we look ahead to this weekend's matches in the league. We also discuss the FA Trophy as we catch up with the Managers at City of Liverpool and Walsall Wood. And ahead of Saturday's fixtures, this week we also hear from the Managers at FC United of Manchester and Workington AFC. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week we preview the second round of The FA Trophy, as well as this weekend's matches in the league, as Ben and James are joined by Whitby Town Radio's Andrew Snaith. This week we also catch up with the Managers at Radcliffe, Harborough Town, and Nantwich Town, ahead of their ties in the Trophy on Saturday. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
The Step 4 Show returns for October's edition, as we hear from the Managers at Stockton Town, Loughborough Dynamo, Lye Town, Clitheroe, and Prescot Cables. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
"Time does fly......" The NPL Show is back for the monthly review for October, as Ben was joined by new Guiseley Manager Andy Welsh, League Social Media Officer James Heyes, by 26nil's Ian Burke, and by Cheshire Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson. This programme was recorded at The Heaton Hops on Wednesday 8th November 2023. - www.heatonhops.co.uk The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, we look ahead to the FA Cup First Round this weekend, as we're joined by the Managers at Worksop Town, Marine, and Whitby Town. We also discuss the league with Basford United Manager James Jepson, and we catch up with some of the winner from last week in The FA Trophy, as we hear from Matlock Town, Walsall Wood, and City of Liverpool. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
This week we look ahead to the first round of The FA Trophy, as Ben and James were joined once again by Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson for a preview. In addition on this week's NPL Show, we also catch up with the Managers at Hyde United, Gainsborough Trinity, Atherton Collieries and Lancaster City. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, Ben and James are joined by North East football writer Mark Carruthers, as we look ahead to this weekend's matches back in the league. While ahead of Saturday's fixtures, this week we also hear from the Managers at Morpeth Town and Marske United, as well as the interim Manager at Guiseley Liam Tongue. With thanks to Marine Worksop Town Whitby Town The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
In an expanded NPL Show this week, we look ahead to the FA Cup Fourth Qualifying Round this weekend, as Ben is joined by Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson for a preview. In addition, we also catch up with the Managers at Worksop Town, Marine, and Whitby Town. Plus, we also look back at some of the results from last weekend's ties in the FA Trophy, as we hear from the Managers at AVRO, Harborough Town, Walsall Wood, and City of Liverpool. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
The Step 4 Show returns this month as we look ahead to the third qualifying round of The FA Trophy, as we hear from Managers at Bootle, Quorn, Anstey Nomads, Brighouse Town and North Ferriby. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
"It's just October......" The NPL Show is back for the monthly review for September. On this month's show, we look ahead to next week's ties in The FA Cup, as we hear from the Managers at Ashton United and Leek Town. Plus Ben was also joined this month by League Social Media Officer James Heyes, by 26nil's Ian Burke, by Swampy from FC Radio, and by Non League reporter Thomas Feaheny. This programme was recorded at The Heaton Hops on Wednesday 4th October 2023. - www.heatonhops.co.uk The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
In a bumper NPL Show this week, we focus on the FA Cup Third Qualifying Round, as Ben and James are joined by the Managers at Worksop Town, Cambridge City, Whitby Town, Marine, Warrington Rylands, Hyde United, and Morpeth Town. And we're joined by Cheshire Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson for this weekend's fixture preview. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
The NPL Show returns as we hear from two winning Managers from the Second Qualifying Round of the FA Cup, as Ben was joined this week by Paul Carden from Nantwich Town, and Leek Town's Josh Brehaut. In addition, we look ahead to this weekend's matches back in the league as Andrew Snaith from Whitby Town Radio provides this weekend's fixture preview. And ahead of this weekend's fixtures, we also catch up with the new Managers at Gainsborough Trinity, Basford United and Ilkeston Town. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, it's all about The Cup, as Ben and James catch up with Workington Manager Danny Grainger, ahead of his side's Friday night match at Darlington. We also look ahead to Saturday's ties elsewhere in the Second Qualifying Round as well, as Ben is joined by Cheshire Non League Reporter Andrew Simpson for a fixture preview. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
"Mic drop moment......" The NPL Show is back for it's monthly review of August. On this month's show, Ben was joined by Cheshire Non League Journalist Andrew Simpson, by League Social Media Officer James Heyes, by 26nil's Ian Burke, by Non League reporter Thomas Feaheny, and by North East Football Writer Mark Carruthers. In addition, we also catch up with the current league leaders, as we're joined by Radcliffe Joint Manager Anthony Johnson. This programme was recorded at The Heaton Hops on Wednesday 6th September 2023. - www.heatonhops.co.uk The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
The Step 4 Show returns for a brand new series, as we're joined this month by the Managers at Spalding United, Bedworth United, Belper Town, Carlton Town, Widnes and Mossley. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, Ben catches up with the Managers at Bradford Park Avenue and Matlock Town. We also look ahead to the FA Cup this weekend as we're joined by Sporting Khalsa Manager Ian Rowe. And we hear from the Managers at Hebburn Town and Kidsgrove Athletic following their excellent starts to the league season. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
On The NPL Show this week, we hear from some of the clubs who have had good second weeks of the season. On this week's show, Ben was joined by the Managers at Lancaster City, Worksop Town, Warrington Rylands, FC United and Stafford Rangers. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
The NPL Show returns, as we catch up with some sides who've had a good opening week to the league season. On this week's show, Ben was joined by the Managers at Ilkeston Town, Whitby Town, Marine, Morpeth Town and Bamber Bridge. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
"The cusp......" The NPL Show is back for the 2023-24 season as we present our season preview for the Northern Premier League Premier Division. For this season preview, Ben was joined by Cheshire Non League Journalist Andrew Simpson, by League Social Media Officer James Heyes, by Whitby Town Radio's Andrew Snaith, by 26nil's Luke Edwards, by Non League reporter Thomas Feaheny, and by North East Football Writer Mark Carruthers. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
Final part of this year's Welcome to the Northern Premier League editions of the NPL Show. This week we hear from the Managers at newly promoted Anstey Nomads, Quorn, Rugby Town, and Walsall Wood The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild
Part Two of the NPL Show's Welcome to the Northern Premier League specials. This week we hear from the Managers at newly promoted AVRO, Lye Town, Coventry Sphinx, and Winterton Rangers. The opinions expressed within this programme are solely those of the contributors involved, and do not express the views or opinions of the Northern Premier League. Music by Hard Luck Child www.unsigned.com/hardluckchild