by Owen Barnard | May 27, 2024 | The People
Being the son of Stevenage’s record appearance holder whilst coming through the club’s academy can come with its own pressure, Louie Henry admits. But for Henry, son of Ronnie, his career is dictated by his own choices and not his Dad’s, so when the...
by Owen Barnard | May 27, 2024 | League Allocations, League Allocations Top Stories, The Tunnel
Merstham will have to spend another season feeling out of place. As the only side from Surrey in the new Isthmian League One South East yet again, they look set to be travelling significantly further to games than when they were placed in the Isthmian League One South...
by Zak Wright | May 26, 2024 | The Tunnel, The Tunnel Top stories, Top Story
When a new owner is announced to be taking over a football club, the usual reaction is one of optimism, however Chelmsford City fans were sceptical about Steve Shore’s involvement with the Clarets almost from minute one. In our interview with Chelmsford Supporters’...
by Owen Barnard | May 26, 2024 | The People, The People Top Stories
The phrase, ‘never fall in love with a loan player’ has been particularly tough for Potters Bar Town fans when it comes to David Hicks. Just two month-long loan spells were afforded to the Scholars, with the second cut short by injury after an incredible...
by James Hamilton | May 26, 2024 | The Matchday
The city of Sheffield is not only known for one of England’s biggest derbies – Sheffield Wednesday vs Sheffield United. The world’s first football club, Sheffield FC has been representing the city since the mid 1800s. We took a look at everything...
by Dan Platts | May 26, 2024 | The Terraces, The Terraces Top Stories, Top Story
Anna Pringle is a University student in Sheffield yet she manages to find the time every weekend to follow Kettering everywhere. Living in Sheffield and travelling to Kettering each weekend to watch her beloved club must be a pain, but the 20-year-old does it anyway....
by Alex Keir | May 26, 2024 | The Time Machine, The Time Machine Top Stories
In preparation for the 2012 London Olympic Games, Gabon were looking around for a warm-up friendly when they arrived in the North-East of England. Both Newcastle and their Under-21’s squad were busy in the run up to the tournament and it was Heaton Stannington...
by Charlie Howell | May 25, 2024 | The Time Machine
Without Steve Cotterill, Cheltenham Town would probably not be the established Football League club they are today. Instead, the Robins would more likely be where they’ve the majority of their 136-year history – playing non-league football. Cotterill’s...
by James Hamilton | May 25, 2024 | Deeper Down the Pyramid, The Terraces
Formed in 1994, Cadbury Athletic have seen some superb players come through their ranks since forming in 1994, founded on an ethos of community. Their identity is built on the legacy of the Cadbury family name in Bournville: all of the income from the club is invested...
by James Hamilton | May 25, 2024 | The People
Joint manager of the Lancaster City Ladies Football Club and physiotherapist Paul Winstanley gives insight into behind the scenes of the non-league game. Talking about how he got into physiotherapy and football team management, Winstanley says: “I’ve always been...
by Zak Wright | May 25, 2024 | The Matchday
Located smack bang in the middle of two proud footballing cities, Nottingham and Derby, Ilkeston is a working-class town with a huge passion for football. Meet the club that refuses to die. Year founded: 2017 (most recent club) Nickname: The Robins Stadium: New...
by Oliver Haley | May 25, 2024 | The Tunnel, The Tunnel Top stories, Top Story
Data. Throughout the top levels of football, it’s become a ridiculous buzzword. Expected Goals this, high intensity sprints that, every piece of commentary has a little stat hidden in. Some of us (myself very much included) love it, others hate it. However, does data...
by Owen Barnard | May 24, 2024 | The People
James Barrett-Sterling has an incredible passion for non-league football. With over a decade spent commentating in Steps 3 and 4 with Carshalton, Kingstonian and now Merstham, Barrett-Sterling is a non-league legend. He’s the voice of several special moments for...
by Alex Keir | May 24, 2024 | The Time Machine
There’s been some awful shirts over the years, and it’s time to dive into the world of non-league to expose some more. I don’t get how kit manufacturers look at certain kits and give them the go ahead, they must be employing Stevie Wonder! Let’s get going… Torquay...
by Owen Barnard | May 24, 2024 | The Matchday, The Matchday Top Stories
Oh Newcastle, what a calamity you’ve had. Now, we’ll address the fact that Tottenham are far from blameless in what we’re about to discuss either, travelling straight to Australia after the season’s end for friendlies after suggesting the...
by Nathan Barcio | May 24, 2024 | League Allocations, League Allocations Top Stories
Coalville Town announced a series of resignations on Friday morning, citing financial hardship as the root cause. Club Chairman Glyn Rennocks will stand down from his position at the club, while the men’s senior team have been forced to resign from the Southern...
by Josh Brewer | May 24, 2024 | The People, The People Top Stories, Top Story
It has been quite the incredible rise for Tom Williams so far, going from your regular twitter user to tens of thousands following him and listening to his views on all things lower league. After smashing through the 20,000 follower barrier on X, Tom spoke to...
by Josh Brewer | May 24, 2024 | The Terraces
With Semi Pro’s consistency in pushing the importance of local football around the country, we thought today’s question would cause much debate. With Premier League clubs having the most eyes on them, we ask: Should people have complete freedom of choice when...
by Nathan Barcio | May 24, 2024 | The Terraces
Football is a beautiful sport, but as many fans know, it can also be a cruel one. That thought brought me to the recent plight of Forest Green Rovers. Although it may seem strange that a Sheffield Wednesday fan like myself has put my thoughts to paper on a club which...
by Dan Platts | May 24, 2024 | The Time Machine
It’s not often a keeper is forced off injured and an outfield player is forced to go between the posts, but for them to go and save a penalty? Surely not. In Sittingbourne’s derby against Faversham in the Isthmian League South East division, in March 2023, Adebayo...
