We Are The One - The Lincolnshire FA Podcast

Episode 21: Andy Pontin

For Episode 21 of Lincolnshire FA's Award Winning We Are The One Podcast, we're talking to Level 4 Referee, Andy Pontin.
 
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about how he first got into Refereeing, what the journey has been like for him, and handling high pressure situations on the pitch.

Episode 20: Chris Sumpter

For Episode 20 of Lincolnshire FA's Award Winning We Are The One Podcast, we're talking to Media Officer at Scotter United Juniors FC, Chris Sumpter.
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about his role, how Chris made Scotter Juniors' media one of the best in Lincolnshire, and the impact this has had on the club and community. 

Episode 19: Ged Newman & Phil Kime

For Episode 19 of Lincolnshire FA's Award Winning We Are The One Podcast, we're talking to our Regional Pitch Advisors, Ged Newman & Phil Kime.
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about their roles, how pitch maintenance has changed over time, and the most common challenges that Grounds Teams face. 

Episode 18: Stephen Altoft

For Episode 18 of Lincolnshire FA's Award Winning We Are The One Podcast, we're talking to Bottesford Town FC's Club Secretary, Stephen Altoft.
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about what his role involves on a day-to-day basis, the importance of the relationship with the community, and and how the club has grown during his 30 years at the club.

Episode 17: Lee Black - Rainbow Laces Special

For Episode 17 of Lincolnshire FA's We Are The One Podcast, we're talking to Spalding United Youth Coach, Lee Black. It's Rainbow Laces campaign, and Lee has seen phenomenal things as part of the campaign in recent years. 
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about the culture he's created, the impact of Rainbow Laces, how he's used the campaign to educate & inspire, and his role model.

Episode 16: Michael Howard - Black History Month Special

For Episode 16 of Lincolnshire FA's We Are The One Podcast, it's Black History Month! So we're talking to Level 6 Referee, Michael Howard.
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about his Refereeing journey, diversity within grassroots football, and the challenges Black people face both in society and football.

Episode 15: Melanie Meik (British Heart Foundation Special)

For Episode 15 of Lincolnshire FA's We Are The One Podcast, it's Restart A Heart Month! So we're talking to Melanie Meik, Lincolnshire's Fundraising Manager for the British Heart Foundation.
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about the campaign. the statistics around Cardiac Arrests, and the RevivR app and learning CPR. A very important subject that can affect absolutely anyone.

Episode 14: Lynn Green - A Play Safe Special

For Episode 14 of Lincolnshire FA's We Are The One Podcast, it's Play Safe Weekend! So we've been joined by the Club Welfare Officer for Barton Town & Barton Inclusive and Chair of the QuickLine Lincolnshire Women & Girls League, Lynn Green.
Hosted by Zack Leader & Ben Pearce, we talk about how Lynn ensures safeguarding practices are consistent across different environments, how Play Safe has been embraced by the club and league, and how they ensure everyone understands the role they play in safeguarding. 

Episode 13: Marc Fleckney

For Episode 13 of Lincolnshire FA's We Are The One Podcast, we've been joined by the Manager of Boston United Women and Member of Lincolnshire FA's Inclusion Advisory Group, Marc Fleckney.
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about what motivated him to join the IAG, how inclusion and diversity has evolved in grassroots football, and how to create an inclusive environment.

Episode 12: Gavin Borthwick

For Episode 12 of Lincolnshire FA's We Are The One Podcast, we've been joined by the Media Officer for Louth Town FC, Gavin Borthwick.
Hosted by Zack Leader, we talk about what inspired him to take up a voluntary media role, why it's important for clubs to have a strong digital media presence, and why it's more than a matchday role.