The NLP says: Sutton United and Paul Doswell offer inspiration in National League

Football matches are about so much more than what happens in the 90 minutes of action.

Gregor Robertson column: “When Craig Disley spoke, we listened”

The National League play-off winger turned journalist talks to his ex-Grimsby teammate Craig Disley about his upcoming testimonial

Don’t ignore grassroots – former Anfield star hails class of Non-League

Nick Tanner shares his journey from the Western League to Anfield in his new book

Former Torquay manager Kevin Nicholson: “As one door closes, another opens”

FOOTBALL is a funny old industry. If you’re a solicitor and you lose your job, you apply for a vacancy at...

Scott Davies column: Chelmsford City midfielder on what makes a successful manager

Players want fire in the belly, and the best gaffers understand how their squad ticks.

Maidenhead United’s Sam Barratt drawing on experience to juggle art with football

IT’S often said the best footballers can paint pictures on the pitch. In the case of Maidenhead United’s Sam Barratt, he...

Adam Virgo – “National League title is there for the taking!”

The BT Sport pundit gives his expect opinion as the National League campaign starts to gather pace

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder showing the way after Non-League beginnings

Chris Wilder's Sheffield United are flying in the Championship at the moment - but the Blades boss hasn't forgotten his Non-League...

NLP Columnist Scott Davies picks his three best National League South talents

THERE is so much talent in Non-League football with more and more players getting deserved moves into the Football League.

Talking Tactics: Stocksbridge Park Steels boss Chris Hilton on his coaching philosophy

Former player and Guernsey manager Kevin Graham speaks to Stocksbridge Park Steels boss Chris Hilton on his coaching philosophy...

Football Matters: Building a better future for all

In partnership with the FA, this week's column is brought to you by Paul Elliott

NLP says… trim down FA Cup prize money for latter stages and pump it into early rounds

NLP editor Alex Narey suggests the £1.8m handed to the FA Cup winners – likely a Premier League side – is...

Steve Hill column – Please just let Chester win at home!

Please, please, just let us win at home! Steve Hill gives us his take on the sacking of Jon McCarthy following...

Ex-Lincoln City and Darlington ‘keeper David Preece: Powers of recovery key at this early stage

Former Darlo shot-stopper David Preece says his old club must keep calm and stay focused after their first blip of the...

A loan move I didn’t want to Aldershot turned out to be huge learning curve

Scott Davies reflects on being shipped out by Reading in 2007 and into the care of Gary Waddock

Ridley column: Harmony will grow if referees are allowed to admit to mistakes

Referee respect is a two-way street in football

NLP says: Hartley Wintney are an example to us all…

NLP Editor Alex Narey says Hartley are an example to us all.

Adam Virgo column: The grass is not always greener – managers are being asked to work miracles

BT Sport pundit Adam Virgo gives his opinion on the managerial merry-go-round in the National League, and they need for patience...

Davies column: Nobody wants to hear a fan shout out ‘break his legs’ to a player

Clarets midfielder Scott Davies on hearing crass comments from the stands and his visit to The Meadow to be a spectator...

Penn column: We’re wary of the Hot Shots up at Gateshead

As August draws to a close, guest columnist Russell Penn tips Gary Waddock's Aldershot Town to be the ones to watch...

The NLP says… Padraig Amond affair only adds to Pools’ misery

Wantaway move to Newport County forced through by Pools striker as worrying start is appeased with win over Guiseley

Bigger prize will reward FA Cup glory seekers, says FA chief

The NLP has teamed up with the FA to bring a number of insightful columns for the game's lead decision makers,...

You can’t knock someone’s ambition, but if you spend big it’s best to keep the spotlight on the players

In this week's NLP says we talk Billericay Town's murals, haters, and the charity work done by owner-manager Glenn Tamplin

Badcock column: Cirencester Town have no ordinary 3G pitch, this is the best I’ve ever seen

Life's a pitch no more at the Corinium

Davies column: Rod Stringer has traits needed to be a winner

Chelmsford City midfielder pens a column on how Stringer's managerial practice reflects the style of Steve Evans