Latics Listen - Wigan Athletic Podcast

The nation's 'lockdown' due to the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted lives in many different ways, but for James Moorcroft, a 27-year-old professional boxer from Hindley, it's re-alligned his focus on his sport and given him more determination than ever to overturn January's first pro defeat to Scottish fighter Martin Harkin.Now James isn't just any boxer, he's been up close an personal with the Wigan Athletic squad in the past, with the help of another Wigan son, Lightning Lee Blundell at Blundell's Gym. Latics have trained at Blundell's Boxing Gym on a number of occasions, and in this episode, James lifts the lid on who impressed him, but we couldn't coax him into telling us which member of the team sat on a chair at the punch bag...As well as some light-hearted Latics chat and his memories from his days as a junior member at the club, James explained that he's struck up a bond with a number of the players since training at Blundell's, including Kal Naismith, who he holds in high regard.Setting out his aims for the year ahead, James also said it would be the dream to fight in front of a crowd at the DW Stadium during his career... who knows what might be on the horizon?Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.If you'd like to feature on a future episode of the podcast or have someone to nominate for a chat with our team, get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the world we live in, but it's safe to say there have been lots of positives among what has been and continues to be a challenging time for everyone.A glimmer of light within the Wigan Athletic community has been the emergence of eSports Wigan Athletic, our VPG (Virtual Pro Gaming) FIFA 20 pro club, which has united a group of Latics supporters and fellow football fans, spearheaded by Latics fan and YouTuber, Louis Ellis.Louis, or LE96z as he's know to his 111,000 subscribers, was contacted by our media team about representing the club on its first eSports voyage - so in our episode 27 of Latics Listen, he's going to explain exactly what eSports is, exactly how he helped to form our team and exactly how it's benefited a group of like-minded football fans, with a positive impact on mental health.eSports Wigan Athletic compete in the VPG England Partnered English Premier and at the time of recording sit ninth out of 18, having won nine of their opening 21 matches. Be sure to follow the team on Twitter @eSportsWigan for all of the latest updates, with every game streamed live on Mondays, Tuesday and Thursday on the official Wigan Athletic YouTube channel.As is now customary on our Latics Listen episodes, we also asked Louis about his favourite Latics things, which bizarrely finds us listening to a story about a hotel fire, Leighton Baines and an embarrassing Dad - yep, it's as strange as it sounds.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.If you'd like to feature on a future episode of the podcast or have someone to nominate for a chat with our team, get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

In our third instalment of Latics Listen during 'lockdown', Progress with Unity podcast presenter Simon Gregory picks up his 'hat-trick ball' from the Latics Listen 'studio', making his third appearance on the pod, as he tells us how grateful he's been to fellow Latics fans for their personal support during this challenging time, as well as some hurdles to overcome.Later in the episode we find out everything about Simon's top three Latics players, managers, kits, matches and fellow supporters in our regular end of the pod segment.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.If you'd like to feature on a future episode of the podcast or have someone to nominate for a chat with our team, get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

Picture this, you're an avid (and relatively successful) Football Manager player (sure we can all relate to taking a team from the National League North to the Champions League final, right?) - but, one day you get the call for real (ok, virtually for real then) to become the boss for your childhood football club.Well, that was the case for Jordan Coyle back in April when he was contacted about becoming our Football Manager 20 EFL Cup gaffer, as clubs from across the three EFL divisions helped to form a positive distraction from the challenging climate we're in, whilst supporting the life-changing work carried out by mental health charity, Mind.Of course Jordan said yes, managing your club and doing it for a good cause, what's not to love? Well, perhaps calls for 'Coyle Out' or 'why's he bringing Garner on?' - only for Joe Garner to arrive from the bench in Jordan's first round tie against Rotherham United, subsequently bagging him a hat-trick in a 5-1 win!Success continued into the second round with another high-scoring victory, 4-1 this time against Newport County, but Jordan's campaign was cut short in the last 16, a narrow 1-0 defeat to Swansea City.It was well worth a catch up with Jordan to speak about his time 'in charge' of Latics, but also to see how he's been getting on and learn more about his following of Latics, something we're keen to share with YOU, our loyal supporters!To see each episode out, we'll also be asking each supporter some 'Top Threes' - finding out about favourite players, managers, kits, matches and, with Jordan, seeing who he recommends Latics supporters should follow on Twitter.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.If you'd like to feature on a future episode of the podcast or have someone to nominate for a chat with our team, get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.comIn episode 26, Progress With Unity podcast's Simon Gregory will be collecting his hat-trick ball, as he joins Nick Taylor via video call to talk about life without live football during lockdown, the challenges he has faced on a personal level through the Coronavirus Crisis and the importance of the support received from fellow Latics fans.

We're back! Latics Latics has returned and we're kick starting the season by chatting to YOU, our loyal supporters!A Latics supporter since the 1970s and former steward, George Chilvers was the first supporter we called via Zoom. A season card holder who goes to matches with his son Stefan and grandson Ben, George isn't just a long-serving fan of the club, but also forms a key part in bringing our history to life in full colour.George's skill in colourising black and white images, both Latics and wider football and sport, breathes new life and character into some of our oldest documented images - a fascinating subject which can be seen in all of its glory on his Facebook page - Colourised by George - with particular focus on his Wigan Athletic images a must see.As well as giving us an insight into his passion away from the pitch, George relays his story of supporting Latics, including how the community spirit and sense of family still captures his imagination to this day.To see each episode out, we'll also be asking each supporter some 'Top Threes' - finding out about favourite players, managers, kits, matches and fellow supporters met through the love of Latics.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.If you'd like to feature on a future episode of the podcast or have someone to nominate for a chat with our team, get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

Anthony Pilkington gets ready for a return to his old stomping ground,U23 leading scorer Charlie Jolley on Latics’ Premier League Cup progression,Nick Chadwick on learning from the U23s’ recent defeat to Huddersfield,Leon Balogun visits Chorley St James’ as part of the EFL Week of Action,And the Lilacs play us out with Vicarage Road.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

It’s a packed episode this week, with…Gary Roberts on Latics’ hat-trick of victories,Gregor Rioch on Academy successes,Nick Chadwick and Emeka Obi on the U23s’ win on Monday,Wigan Athletic Community Trust’s latest award,and Stanleys play us out with A Better Life...Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

Reaction straight from the Madejski with Paul Cook and Jamal Lowe,Messages to Chey Dunkley following his injury on Wednesday night,Analysis from Tommy Gore and Guy Clarke on a dominant victory,FA Youth Cup quarter final previews with Peter Murphy and Harry Jolley,Plus… a new Match Day Wrapped segment, with the Lottery Winners playing us out!Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com*Thank you to the Lottery Winners for contributing to this episode with their track '21'. All rights to the music in this episode are reserved to the Lottery Winners.*

We're back with a whistle-stop tour of the weekly goings on at Wigan Athletic and Wigan Athletic Community Trust!Our in-depth chat with Leon Balogun reveals some interesting truths about his favourite things at Euxton… the shower facilities... plus, of course, insight into Latics' dressing room and why the on loan Brighton & Hove Albion defender believes Latics have got what it takes to face the challenge of surviving the Sky Bet Championship head on!We've also been down to Stadium Way for one of the Community Trust's half term Soccer Schools, as U23 midfielder Scott Smith and central defender Adam Long emphasise the importance of giving back to the local community, as well as their thoughts on how things are going after Nick Chadwick's side continued their impressive 100% start to 2020.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

It's been a fascinating week or so at Wigan Athletic, with a last minute winner against Sheffield Wednesday, history repeating itself in our victory at Elland Road and new memories made, as Latics' Under 18s became to first side to reach the quarter finals of the FA Youth Cup for the club.We also added three brand new players, with Leon Balogun, Alex Dobre and Jan Mlakar all joining the club on loan.Get stuck into the action from the last 10 days, with our feature interview from Man of the Match at Leeds United, Cedric Kipre, before saying hello to our new loan players from Brighton & Hove Albion and AFC Bournemouth.Last, but by no means least, we head to Lancashire FA's County Ground for reaction from Wednesday night's 4-0 victory over Birmingham City in the fifth round of the FA Youth Cup, as we're joined by U18 coach Peter Murphy, defender James Carragher and midfielder Jensen Weir.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

With Jamal Lowe's 90th minute winner fresh in our minds, the goal scorer himself, the gaffer and our Latics TV duo of Tommy Gore and Guy Clarke take us through the action from the 2-1 victory over Sheffield Wednesday at the DW Stadium.Plus, we look ahead to our return to Elland Road, reliving last season's 10-man heroics!Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

It's been a landmark week for our Academy this week, with the grand opening of our new facility at Stadium Way, plus a superb 2-0 win against Tottenham Hotspur in the FA Youth Cup on Wednesday evening at the DW Stadium.We get stuck into all things Academy this week, with chief executive Jonathan Jackson, Head of Academy Gregor Rioch, Head of Community Tom Flower and Latics forward Joe Gelhardt explaining the ins and outs of the new Stadium Way facility and its impact for the Academy and wider Wigan community.Plus, we've got reaction from Wednesday's FA Youth Cup triumph with U18 coach Peter Murphy, captain Harry Jolley and second goal scorer Kyle Joseph.And, not to forget our feature interview with recent new recruit Kieran Dowell, who spent some time chatting to Latics Listen during his visit to Stadium Way on Monday afternoon.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

Hello 2020!We've got reaction from our 3-2 win at Birmingham City, Josh Windass on creating a winning mentality and Paul Cook on keeping the belief!Plus, our Latics TV duo Tommy Gore and Guy Clarke dissect the action from St. Andrew's, and we re-live the FA Cup magic of 2013, as we prepare to take on Leicester City in the third round at the King Power Stadium.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

Reaction from Kal Naismith, Paul Cook and Latics TV duo Guy Clarke and Tommy Gore following Latics' 1-1 draw with West Bromwich Albion.

It's been a busy week on the road for Latics, and that's before we take our trip to Luton Town!Michael Jacobs and Kal Naismith were spreading Christmas cheer at St. Oswald's School in Ashton-in-Makerfield earlier in the week, whilst defender Charlie Mulgrew helped Wigan Athletic Community Trust to re-launch their Every Player Counts programme on the EFL's Day of Disabilities.This week, we hear from Crackers at St. Oswald's and Charlie at Wigan Youth Zone, with the pair helping to explain just how important the work of the Community Trust is, not just at this time of the year, but all year round. Steve Sharman also caught up with St. Oswald's PE Lead Helen Grindley, and eight-year-old Matthew, a MASSIVE Latics fan.Back at base, Dujon Sterling sat down for a chat with Nick Taylor, discussing the defender's progress at Latics since joining on loan from Chelsea, with some great words to say about his skipper Samy Morsy, as well as keeping one eye on his friends back at Stamford Bridge.And finally... we had a call from Leon Barnett on Tuesday afternoon! The popular defender, who will be at Saturday's game at Kenilworth Road, talks about his time coming through at Luton, his move to West Bromwich Albion, his Latics highlights and what he's been up to following retirement, running his own football academy and dipping his toe into media waters with local commentary for Northampton Town.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

This week on Latics Listen...Antonee 'Jedi' Robinson on his first professional goal,Reaction from the Den with Paul Cook,Tuesday’s birthday boy Tommy Gore and Latics TV’s Guy Clarke,and Charlie Mulgrew sits down for our featured interview!Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

Back after the international break and ready for Stoke City…Kieffer Moore brings back momentum from his Wales heroics, we have a complete round-up from our players on their travels, Joe Gelhardt talks about his new contract, and Stoke City legend Mike Pejic gives us the inside scoop on the Potters!Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

We're back with another episode and this week we're joined by a Chelsea fan... that's right, a Chelsea fan, but for good reason!Recorded the day before Reece James' heroics in the Champions League against Ajax, we caught up with USA-based Chelsea fan and podcaster, the Byline's Alex Goldberg, to chat all things Reece, Dujon Sterling and Latics-Chelsea links!Our feature interview with Lewis Macleod is up first, as the midfielder prepares to face his former club Brentford this weekend!Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

It's the first milestone of the season, episode 10!This week we're joined by a studio guest, sat in the presence of the captain and even out and about across Wigan with first team players at Wigan Athletic Community Trust initiatives!We start the episode with Latics supporters Simon Gregory, host of the Progress with Unity podcast, who stopped by for a chat about the season so far, the club's progression off the pitch and some of his favourite moments as a Latics fan.Out on the road, Chey Dunkley and Tom Pearce talk about their experience at the relaunch of Premier League Kicks at Wigan Youth Zone, with the latter providing us with an update on his recovery from a back injury.Chief Executive Jonathan Jackson was also at the event, as was Leader of Wigan Council, David Molyneux, with the pair sharing their positivity for Latics' work in the community.Elsewhere in Wigan, KB88 Player of the Month for October, Joe Williams and England youth international captain Joe Gelhardt attended a Premier League Primary Stars session at Orrell Holgate Primary School.We finish back at base with the skipper, Samy Morsy, who heads us into the weekend's game against Swansea City!Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com

After Latics' cruel, late defeat at Derby County on Wednesday evening, Latics TV duo Guy Clarke and Tommy Gore give their analysis of a more than encouraging performance at Pride Park, whilst we also hear from the gaffer, Paul Cook and midfielder Lewis Macleod.Catch this week's episode via SoundCloud above, or find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Buzzsprout by searching for Latics Listen.Got a question to ask one of the players are want to feature on an episode? Get in touch by emailing laticslisten@wiganathletic.com