The ‘Northumbria Mustangs’ are one of a handful of sports that allow mixed teams to compete in BUCS on behalf of the University. The Mustangs provide a very welcoming and open environment for all abilities to come along and join in. The team play weekly BUCS fixtures on a Sunday, with home fixtures taking place at Coach Lane.
Those completely new to the sport have the option to train and compete using a wide range of skills and tactical thinking. Equipment is provided for those first years that are keen to join. The team also have key links with local team ‘Northumberland Vikings’ and players often have a role in both teams.
On top of all the fun you’ll have playing and learning the amazing sport that is American Football, you’ll enjoy a variety of social events organised by the club making it the perfect opportunity to play the sport you love while having a great time and making new friends.
American Football had a very successful season in 2023/24, completing a double in BUCS by winning Northern 2B and the Northern Conference Cup. The team were awarded the Team of the Year award in the annual Northumbria Sport Awards. In addition, Club President Sam Nocera was shortlisted for the Commitment to Sport Award.
The club have continued their success in to the 2024/25 season, finishing top of Northern 1A and reaching the final of the Trophy, narrowly missing out to Brunel. The team will compete in Premier North in 2025/26.
American Football memberships on offer in 2025/26:
COMPETE American Football Mx1 - £240 per person
Capacity - 60 members
Training times:
Thursdays 19:00-20:00 Classroom (Coach Lane)
Thursdays 20:00-22:00 3G Pitch (Coach Lane)
Sundays 11:00-13:00 3G (Coach Lane)
Includes BUCS team entry (Premier North) - fixtures typically take place on Sundays and where fixtures are scheduled this will replace Sunday training.
Equipment can be provided by the club for new students where required.
2025/26 memberships will only be available to purchase via an online link shared following the squad selection event during Big Week of Sport (BWOS) which is running from 25th September – 5th October 2025. The time slots for the American Football Squad Selections during BWOS are as follows:
Sunday 28th September 11:00- 13:00 (Coach Lane, Pitch 3)
Thursday 2nd October 20:00- 22:00 (Coach Lane, Pitch 3)
All club memberships must be purchased no later than Monday 6th October.
Speak to the club at Sports Fair on Wednesday 24th September for more information or email them as below.
Students enquiring about joining the club in 2025/26 season can contact the Club Committee via email or instagram.
Key Contacts
Head Coach: Peter Nichol
Club President: Joe Astles
The American Football club is supported by our dedicated Sport Clubs Officer Jade Featherstone.
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