Alex Gibson

At Northwest Academy, we believe that the best way to inspire young footballers is by connecting them with players who are living the journey they aspire to follow. That's why we were delighted to welcome Luke Lomax, academy goalkeeper at Bolton Wanderers FC, to work with our players and coaches. For many young footballers, the dream of becoming a professional can seem distant. Having a player like Luke, who is currently developing within a professional academy environment, makes that dream...

The official launch of Northwest Academy marked an exciting milestone in our journey to provide young footballers with an environment where they can develop, learn and thrive. We were honoured to welcome renowned football coach and family friend Steve Holland as our special guest, whose experience at the highest levels of the game brought valuable insight and inspiration to players, coaches and families alike. Steve's visit highlighted the importance of investing in young players from the...

In modern football, the role of the goalkeeper has evolved dramatically. No longer simply tasked with stopping shots, goalkeepers are now expected to be leaders, decision-makers, distributors, and integral parts of a team's tactical identity. Despite this evolution, many young goalkeepers still receive limited position-specific coaching within grassroots football environments. While grassroots football provides invaluable playing opportunities, the reality is that specialist goalkeeper...