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 and 5th 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.
Please note the 2024/25 season has now concluded. Information on membership prices and training times for 2025/26 season will appear here in due course.
Students enquiring about joining the club in 2025/26 season can contact the Club Committee via email or instagram. Equipment can be provided by the club for new students where required. 2025/26 memberships will only be available to purchase following Big Week of Sport in September. Speak to the club at Sports Fair on 24th September for more information or email them as below.
Available Football memberships in 2024/25:
“PERFORM” Our Focus Sport 1st teams.
Perform memberships are determined by the Head Coach of each sport through the Focus Sport Scholarship applications received prior to the season starting. (See Student Athletes tab for more information).
Men's 1st: Mondays 17:30-19:00 and Thursdays 18:30-20:00
Women's 1st: Mondays 19:00-20:30 and Fridays 17:00-18:30
“COMPETE” Men's & Women's Squads available
This membership offers regular coached sessions and includes opportunities to take part in BUCS fixtures. In additional to our focus 1st PERFORM teams, we also have Men's 2nd-5th squads and Womens' 2nd and 3rd teams entered in to BUCS this year. COMPETE memberships can only be purchased following successful squad selection during our Big Week of Sport.
All sessions delivered on Coach Lane 3G pitches:
Mens 2nd: Mondays 17:00-18:30 and Thursdays 18:30-20:00
Mens 3rd/4th: Tuesdays 17:00-18:30
Mens 5th/6th: Tuesdays 18:30-20:00
Womens 2nd: Mondays 20:00 - 21:30 and Fridays 17:00-18:30
Womens 3rd: Mondays 20:30-22:00
COMPETE memberships will be available to purchase following the squad selection event. Speak to the club at Sports Fair on 25th September for more information or email them as below.
"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. Our offer is split into two with students able to access both Full Academic Leagues and Single-Semester Leagues. More information on our INTRAMURAL offer can be found here with the following options available:
Available in 5-a-side, 7-a-side, 11-a-side formats
Key Contacts
Head of Football & Women's 1st Team Coach: Michael Havelock michael.havelock@northumbria.ac.uk
Men's 1st Team Coach: Derek Forrest derek.forrest@northumbria.ac.uk
Men's Club President: Ben Milburn
Women's Club President: Jodie Thorpe
The Football club is supported by Northumbria Sport's Club Development Officer Amy Hargrave.
For more information on Intramural Football specifically, please contact Keir Tattersdill k.tattersdill@northumbria.ac.uk
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