North East Football
About Us
More than a club. A community that keeps going.
Our Story
It started with one question:
Why should the season just stop? We wanted to give kids more time on the pitch, not in a high-pressure way, but in a way that felt fun, low-stakes, and genuinely good for them.
So we built something off the back of that idea. An off-season competition where the focus isn't on trophies or tables, but on keeping players active, helping them meet new teammates, and letting them try things they wouldn't normally try when the pressure's on.
What started small has turned into something we're really proud of, a regular part of the local football calendar that families actually look forward to. Players who met here have gone on to play together at club level. Kids who were nervous in their first game have come back year after year as some of the most enthusiastic players we see.
We didn't set out to build something big. We just wanted kids to keep playing. Turns out, that's exactly what the community needed too.
Our Values
Develop Players
We invest in every player's technical, tactical, and personal development — from first kick to finals.
Build Community
Football connects people. We foster belonging, friendship, and a sense of shared purpose on and off the pitch.
Love the Game
We play with passion, compete with integrity, and make sure every player genuinely enjoys their football.
Our Staff
Michael Tanaka
Junior Head Coach
Sarah Nguyen
Senior Head Coach
James Okoye
Skills Academy Director