Football is one of Northumbria’s biggest sports with opportunities to play at any level! Football is also one of Northumbria’s Focus sports with a great reputation, both the Men’s and Women’s 1st teams compete in a high level BUCS league. We also have Men's 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th teams as well as Women's 2nd and 3rd teams entered in to BUCS.
There are many options for you get involved whether that’s playing competitively in BUCS, developing your skills or even just having a kick about with your mates. On top of all the fun you’ll have competing and training, 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.
Football memberships on offer in 2025/26:
PERFORM Football M1 - one of our Focus Teams, entry via Scholarship application only (See Student Athletes tab for more information).
Mens' Head Coach - Derek Forrest
Includes BUCS team entry (Northern 1A) - fixtures typically take place on Wednesdays
COMPETE Football M2 - £240 per person
Includes BUCS team entry - fixtures typically take place on Wednesdays
COMPETE Football M3, M5, M7, M8 - £220 per person
Includes BUCS team entry - fixtures typically take place on Wednesdays
COMPETE Football M9 & M10 - £200 per person
Includes BUCS team entry - fixtures typically take place on Wednesdays
PERFORM Football W1 - one of our Focus Teams, entry via Scholarship application only (See Student Athletes tab for more information).
Coach - Michael Havelock
Includes BUCS team entry (Premier North) - fixtures typically take place on Wednesdays
COMPETE Football W2 - £240 per person
Includes BUCS team entry - fixtures typically take place on Wednesdays
COMPETE Football W4 - £200 per person
Includes BUCS team entry - fixtures typically take place on Wednesdays
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ANY OF THE ABOVE BUCS SQUADS YOU MUST ATTEND A SCHEDULE SQUAD SELECTION EVENT. In order to book on to a session you must attend Sports Fair on 24th September and complete a sign up form in person. If you are unable to attend Sports Fair for any reason to sign up, please email football@northumbria.ac.uk
2025/26 memberships will only be available to purchase via an online link shared following attendance at a squad selection event during Big Week of Sport (BWOS). You will be invited to a particular squad selection time slot, and must only attend the invited time slot.
Students enquiring in advance about joining the club in 2025/26 season can email football@northumbria.ac.uk
Please note that Football M4, M6 and W3 BUCS teams are all i2i squads, which are made up of students registered on the i2i programme. As a result these are not available to purchase for Northumbria students not enrolled with i2i.
Key Contacts
Head of Football & Women's 1st Team Coach: Michael Havelock
Men's 1st Team Coach: Derek Forrest
Men's Club President: Fin Parker
Women's Club President: Jess Spark
The Football club is supported by Northumbria Sport Clubs Officer Jade Featherstone
INTRAMURAL Football Leagues
Football Leagues are a great way to get involved with football while at University. These student only leagues provide the perfect balance between social and competitive football, for students with any level of experience, ensuring you create life-long memories with your friends while also competing for your very own piece of Northumbria Sport silverware. Ideal for students wanting to compete without the travel involved in BUCS fixtures. More information on our INTRAMURAL offer can be found here with the following options available:
- Wednesdays – 11-a-side Football (grass)
- Fridays – 5-a-side Football (indoor)
- Saturdays – 7-a-side Football (3G)
Participation in Intramural Leagues is £60 per person, with places available to buy from Wednesday 24th September.
For more information on intramural Football contact Harriet Legg
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