The Stretford Paddock Fans Podcast

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  029 – Cheshire League Conquer Europe 23.09.2026 50min

  The Cheshire League are heading to the European finals! We look back at their historic achievement in Sweden, a dramatic last-minute winner against the hosts and address some controversial comments about the standard of our league. Back on home soil, are our pre-season predictions already coming back to haunt us after Knutsford's 6-1 demolition of Winstanley? We take a closer look at the early Division One results and question whether we've got a few things wrong already. Plus, Hyde United hi...
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  028 - 2026/27 Predictions (This Won’t Age Well) 08.09.2026 51min

  A new season is almost here, and Season Three of the podcast gets underway. Chris is joined by Stu and Liam to make their 2026/27 Cheshire League One predictions. Who wins the league? Who finishes second? Who comes rock bottom? And what are our hot takes for the season ahead? We also look at Skelmersdale Town’s flying start to life in the Cheshire Prem, discuss the new JA Walton Cup format and answer your listener questions. Plus, we launch The 6 Pointer, our new prediction competition cove...
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  027 - Gibbo's At The Wheel 18.08.2026 31min

  A new season. A new chapter. A new era for Stretford Paddock FC. After six years in charge, founder Ste Howson steps down from his role as first-team manager, with his focus now shifting towards the wider running and development of the club. Taking over as the second first-team manager in Paddock’s history is Ryan Gibson. In this episode, we look at what this new era could look like and what Gibbo can bring to the role. Club commentator Liam and chairman (and father) Craig Howson join us to s...
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  026 - The Season That Never Clicked 14.05.2026 46min

  In recent weeks, Paddock have dismantled high flying St Helens Town 6-1 and eased past Mersey Valley 4-0, but also thrown away convincing leads in two disappointing draws, which in many ways sums up the season as a whole. This week, Chris, Stu and Liam discuss the final run of games, the improved performances, and the frustrating feeling that the season’s best football arrived once there was little left to play for. They also talk through what has changed in recent weeks, whether there ar...
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  025 - At Least the Kids Are Alright 02.04.2026 1t 5min

  A difficult run for the first team continues, with performances and results raising more questions than answers. But it is not all negative at the club. This week, Chris and Liam are joined by Paddock coaches Gibbo and Dane to shine a light on the youth setup, the progress being made, and the pathway through to the first team, before turning attention to the ongoing struggles at senior level. A proper conversation about standards, development, and where the club goes next. UTP 🇾🇪
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  024 - Drawing In Styal 12.03.2026 59min

  One moment of brilliance, one moment of frustration. A dominant 3-0 win away at Mersey Valley featured a moment of magic from Joao De Andrade that will be talked about for a long time. But days later, just as another three points looked secure, Styal grabbed a last minute equaliser to spoil the party. Chris, Stu and Craig reflect on both games, relive Joao’s wonder strike, and get stuck into the controversial Cheshire League restructure that is already dividing opinion across the league. UTP 🇾🇪
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  023 - Not Top Billinge 26.02.2026 1t 14min

  A frustrating couple of weeks for Paddock. A narrow extra time defeat to Newton Le Willows in the cup showed plenty of effort but ultimately ended in disappointment. That was followed by a 3-3 draw against bottom of the league Billinge, a result that is difficult to defend and even harder to accept. This week, Stu and Steve join Chris alongside special guest Dion, who reflects on his long road back from injury, stepping into a coaching role and his eagerly awaited return to the pitch. T...
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  022 - Daten Out Of Our League 12.02.2026 1t 1min

  A mixed spell for Stretford Paddock as we look back on a defeat away at high flying Daten and a cup tie against Wythenshawe that was settled on penalties. Chris is joined by Stu, Liam and Notch to reflect on the Daten performance and what it says about where Paddock are right now, before turning to the cup win, the mentality shown, and the importance of continuing to progress in knockout football. An honest assessment of two very different tests and what they mean for the season ahead.
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  021 - Coming From Behind 28.01.2026 47min

  Coming from behind seems to be becoming a habit. Two positive results against Winsford and Congleton, both after slow starts, showed plenty of character and gave Paddock some much-needed momentum. This week Stu, Liam and Craig join Chris to look back on both games, talk about why we keep making life difficult for ourselves, and preview a big test next up against second-placed Daten. Plenty to enjoy, plenty to question, and plenty to talk about. UTP 🇾🇪
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  020 - Signs Of Progress 15.01.2026 57min

  After a tough run of form, performances against Billinge and Egerton finally gave Paddock something to build on, even if there’s still plenty to work on. This week, Stu and Lewis join Chris to look back on both games, focusing on what’s improved and what still isn’t quite right. We also briefly talk about winning a podcast award, before it inevitably goes to our heads. UTP 🇾🇪
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  019 - What's going wrong? 12.12.2025 52min

  Two games without a win and performances that haven’t exactly set the world alight. This week the Paddock fans try to figure out what’s going wrong, what needs fixing and whether we’re in a minor slump or a major crisis. Plenty of honesty, plenty of laughs and plenty of overthinking for our team that really just needs to start playing well again. UTP 🇾🇪
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  018 - Game. Set Piece. Match. 11.11.2025 57min

  A disastrous and embarrassing showing against Egerton left Paddock players with plenty to answer for to the fans. But the lads bounced back with a tight, disciplined win over Clay Brow, helped along by our trusty, well-timed set pieces. This week the Paddock fans break down both games, the frustration, the humiliation, the reaction, and what it all means heading into the next run of fixtures. Plenty of honesty, plenty of humour, and the usual chat about why we only seem to turn up after a dis...
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  017 - Knut Our Day 22.10.2025 44min

  A injury time winner against Sandbach United had the Paddock fans flying high before a poor showing against Knutsford brought us straight back down to earth. This week, Stu, Craig and Liam join Chris to look back on both games, the dramatic winner, the dip in performance, and what it all means heading into the next run of fixtures. There’s also a slightly less serious debate: who would win in a Royal Rumble between the Paddock first team? Plenty to unpack, plenty to discuss and as always, ple...
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  016 - Behind The Badge: Cam Watters 02.10.2025 41min

  In the first episode of Behind The Badge we meet Cam Watters, midfielder, goal threat and occasional wind up merchant, to get to know the man behind the badge. This isn’t a polished interview. It’s a proper chat: playing for Paddock, working for United, and a few detours into things Cam probably didn’t expect to be asked about. Plus, Cam takes on questions from our club members and his teammates, with answers that range from serious to … less so. A new strand of the Paddock podcast, shining a...
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  016 - More Flags Than Points 02.10.2025 32min

  A 3–0 win over St Helens Town on Members Day capped off a wet and wild afternoon with two penalties (one saved), a red card, and even a bit of a scrap to keep the crowd entertained. This week the Paddock fans look back on all the drama, the goals, the clean sheet, and the support from those who travelled and turned out in numbers despite the conditions. Plenty to celebrate and plenty to talk about (now that we’ve dried off). UTP 🇾🇪
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  015 - Better than a kick in the Knuts 19.09.2025 1t 14min

  A last-minute equaliser rescued a 2–2 draw away at Winsford before Paddock followed it up with a 2–1 win over Knutsford to go top of the league. This week the Paddock fans look back on both games, the dramatic starts, the late goals and what it all means heading into Members Day at home to St Helens. We are also joined by Paddock Women’s player-manager Meg, who shares her insight on building the team and the season ahead. Join us for a chat while we ruin the podcast by constantly mentioning “...
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  014 - You Win Some, You Lose One 09.09.2025 47min

  A big win over top of the league Clay Brow showed what Paddock are made of… but a home defeat to Daten brought us straight back down to earth. This week the Paddock fans look back on both games, the highs, the lows, and everything in between. We are also joined by mega fan Shep and club photographer Saul, who bring their own perspectives from the terraces and behind the lens. Join us for another episode as we look back on another chapter in the Paddock story. UTP 🇾🇪
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  013 - Moment of Truth 28.08.2025 30min

  A 5–2 win over Upton keeps the momentum rolling for Paddock. This week, the Paddock fans look back on that result, preview the upcoming clash with Clay Brow, and cast an eye over how the rest of Cheshire League Division One have started their seasons. We’re also joined all the way from Canada by Janet and Nathaniel — proving Paddock’s reach stretches worldwide (even if they were probably expecting hockey chat instead). Expect a few laughs, a bit of self-doubt and the usual Paddock passi...
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  012 - Four In A Row 14.08.2025 41min

  Four games. Four wins. The perfect start rolls on. This week, Chris, Stu and Liam look back on our victories - against Billinge and Congleton Town Reserves - that make it four from four in Cheshire League Division One. We break down the key moments, the standout performances, and how Paddock are grinding out results, even with tougher challenges now looming on the horizon. Plenty to celebrate but even more to prepare for in the coming weeks. UTP 🇾🇪
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  011 - Kids, Chaos and Six Points 07.08.2025 48min

  Two games. Two wins. Top of the league, even if only for 24 hours. This week, Chris, Stu and Craig break down Paddock’s start to life in Cheshire League Division One, with wins over Winstanley Warriors and Wythenshawe Reserves. Listen in as we dive into the performances and the gritty moments that got us over the line and how our young players rose to the occasion in a tough test against Wythenshawe. Plenty to be proud of, but plenty still to work on. UTP 🇾🇪