NEEDHAM MARKET F.C. INTERVIEWS
Interviews and End Of Season Q&As with Needham Market F.C. players and coaching staff.
Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Zak Tamila | 2025/26 Q+A #14 | 14.05.2026 |
Monday, 15 June 2026
Henry Vieira | 2025/26 Q+A #13 | 14.05.2026 |
Reserves and Under-18's forward Henry Vieira reflects on the season.
DK: How did you find the season from a personal perspective (Res/U18s) - arguably a successful one?
HV: From a personal perspective, I think it has been a decent season for myself. I’ve really enjoyed the football. To be part of the reserves team and the 18s team this year has been brilliant.
DK: Can you pick 3 standout games from this season, if so which ones and why?
HV: My three standout games this year would have to be Southend in the youth cup. Although we did lose this game, it was so good to be involved in it. It was the game in which we made history for the club so it did feel amazing to be playing in the game. Another stand out game would be the 3-1 win over Wivenhoe away. From a personal perspective, I think this game was very successful. To score the second goal to put us ahead was a brilliant feeling. The last standout game would have to be Stanway Pegasus at home. Winning 5-2 against a play off chasing side was a brilliant result. The game had been 2-2 until the last 20 minutes, so for the team to score 3 goals at the end of the match was amazing.
DK: What'd you make of the season for the Reserves?
HV: Last season for the reserves, definitely wasn’t as successful as hoped for, however there are definitely lots of positives to take from it. There were definitely games in which we were the better side but just couldn’t get the 3 points over the line. We did however have some great games beating teams at the higher end of the table.
DK: What did you make of your first season of step 6 football?
HV: Going into my first season in step 6, I really did not know what to expect. It was definitely the biggest challenge I have faced so far, especially against the stronger teams in the league. I think I underestimated the physicality side of the league which I now know is a huge factor, so that was hard to get used to at first. It is a very competitive league, but I think that did make me really enjoy playing football.
DK: A very historic season for the U18s - how proud are you overall?
HV: It has definitely been a successful year for the 18s team. Managing to win the league unbeaten was a great achievement for us. It was definitely a huge challenge, some weeks we definitely did not play our best football but as long as we got the 3 points was all that mattered. I think the standout was the run in the FA youth cup. It was amazing to make history for the club and I know the boys were really proud of that. it was amazing to see so many people turn up to the games which I think really helped us. It was definitely a shame to not win the county cup this year but it gives us a target for next season.
DK: What are your targets for next season?
HV: My targets for next year are to win the league again. To definitely win the county cup, I think this is a huge target for everyone as we know how much it hurt to lose in the final and to reach the first round proper of the fa youth cup again.
Saturday, 13 June 2026
Charlie Skinner | 2025/26 Q+A #12 | 13.05.2026 |
DK: How did you find the season from a personal perspective (Res/U18s) - arguably a successful one?
CS: U18s first round FA Youth Cup, this is a big stand out game due to it being a great achievement for us. U18s semi final of county cup, this one because of making it to a county cup final twice in a row. Reserves Wroxham reserves away this was a stand out game due to us being there first loss all season.
DK: What'd you make of the season for the Ressies?
DK: A very historic season for the U18s - how proud are you overall?
CS: Yes a very good year for the 18s being undefeated in the league and having great cup runs so very proud of the lads.
DK: How special was it being part of that impressive FA Youth Cup run, the best the club's ever had?
DK: An unbeaten U18 League Champion campaign, how does that feel?
Thursday, 11 June 2026
Harlyn Palmer | 2025/26 Q+A #11 | 12.05.2026 |
DK: How did you find the season from a personal perspective (Res/U18s)?
DK: Can you pick 3 standout games from this season, if so which ones and why?
DK: You scored some big goals this season, can you pick a few that stand out?
DK: Similarly, how'd you summarise your time at the club?
DK: What'd you make of the season for the Reserves?
DK: A very historic season for the U18s - how proud are you overall?
HP: It’s played a massive part we’ve all grown so much as players and people and I think that’s created good togetherness within the squad which probably links with why we’ve had so much success.
Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Joe Neal | 2025/26 Q+A #10 | 12.05.2026 |
Sunday, 7 June 2026
Keiran Morphew | 2025/26 Q&A #9 | 12.05.2026 |
Club captain and defender Keiran Morphew reflects on the 2025/26 campaign.
DK: Overall, how did you find the season from a personal perspective?
KM: Yea I think there were changes outside the pitch that made it feel as professional as we have ever had it at Needham and I have enjoyed this season almost as much as last season.
DK: You must be overall proud of the last few seasons for the club?
KM: The last few seasons have been unreal, probably since I was 26/27, every year has been wicked.
DK: Another very good FA Cup run this season, what are your thoughts looking back?
KM: It wasn’t bad, disappointing we didn’t make the first round proper but it is what it is.
DK: Five Premier Cup triumphs in six years, a very impressive record that no doubt spurs you on for more?
KM: Absolutely, I would love to hit double figures!
DK: A clean sheet throughout the Premier Cup as well, winning it in style?
KM: We had as tough a run this season as I can ever remember so to do it without conceding is impressive!
DK: Looking at the league campaign, obviously ended in gutting circumstances but there must be a lot of pride to have still achieved our second highest step 3 finish?
KM: We played some of the best performances I have seen from a Needham side as well, shame we didn’t make play offs but we will aim to do better this year.
DK: How do you reflect on the league campaign?
KM: Lacked a little consistency around Christmas and afterwards but overall I thought it was enjoyable.
DK: Evidently this club is in your DNA, so it must feel even more special to be captain during this great period for the club?
KM: I have always loved being the captain of the club and the role has been made a pleasure because of everyone involved during that period.
DK: What targets do you have next season - personally and as a team?
KM: To enjoy the season as much as we have this year!
DK: After a long season, you must be looking relishing the off season, or are you not much of a fan?
KM: Yes I absolutely love the off season, partying and playing 7-side with Suffolk's best players.
Saturday, 6 June 2026
Tevan Allen | New Signing Interview | 19.05.2026 |
Tevan Allen talks about his return to Needham.
DK: How excited are you to be back?
TA: I’m over the moon to be back if I’m honest!
DK: Must feel like you never left, given a season isn't really a long time?
TA: It’s a weird one because it was a season but because of the achievement it felt longer! After watching the boys in the final I feel like it’s going to feel different but in a good way so hopefully it does feel like I’ve never left.
DK: You enjoyed two really good seasons with us before, which you must be relishing more?
TA: I think personally the year I joined was my best personal performance in my career and I’m hoping to do it again and hopefully surpass that.
DK: Speaking more about your last season with us, you must be aiming to get back to step 2?
TA: Step 2 just felt like everything I’d ever wanted from my career so the aim is to get back there and stay there!
DK: Since you left, you've gone onto to secure another league title, with some familiar faces, which must've been good?
TA: Last year regardless of what it looks like now was such a big achievement with a special group of players and Kev who’s a special manager!
DK: Where would you rank your 2 years with us within your career so far?
TA: Not just saying this because I’m making my return but I’ve told the boys the time I had at Needham was the best time of my career so far and when speaking to Tom I told him it feels like home. So definitely the best.
DK: What are your targets for the season ahead?
TA: I’ll always strive to be better so I want for myself more goals and for the team, promotion!
Thursday, 4 June 2026
Ben Smith | 2025/26 Q+A #8 | 11.05.2026 |
Monday, 1 June 2026
Olly Bowman | 2025/26 Q+A #7 | 11.05.2026 |
Under-18's and U23's player Olly Bowman discusses the season.
DK: How did you find the season from a personal perspective (U23s/U18s) - arguably a successful one?
DK: What'd you make of the season for the U23s?
DK: I believe you finished top scorer for the U23s, which you must be proud of?
DK: A very historic season for the U18s - how proud are you overall?
Saturday, 30 May 2026
Liam Pearce | New Signing Interview | 23.05 |
New Signing Liam Pearce discusses joining the Marketmen.
DK: Can you give us an insight into your career so far?
LP: I began my football at Ipswich Town, before joining AFC Sudbury at the age of 13 and have been there ever since. I really enjoyed my 2 seasons in the first team and played with some great players, some of whom I will be joining this season! A notable achievement that stands out in my career so far was winning the national cup in 2023, scoring in the final in a 3-0 win. It was a brilliant team and a special cup run.
DK: How did joining Needham come about?
LP: I had a few messages from the lads at Needham after we played them in the home fixture saying that Tom would be interested, so I was instantly excited to learn more about the opportunity. After a meeting with Tom it was a no-brainer.
DK: Why'd you want to join Needham?
LP: Seeing how professional the set up and facilities are at the club was really appealing. I know Needham is a big club in the area and are an exciting team, so was very excited to learn more and it did not disappoint. I have heard many good words about the staff so looking forward to meeting and working with them.
DK: How much of the club in general and squad did you know already?
LP: Having played against Needham many times in my youth I am familiar with the club. Training sessions with Luke Betts are something I have always enjoyed, so I know him well. Other than a couple of the lads who i’m excited to meet and play with, I know everyone else! Whether that be from my time at Sudbury or just from football in general.
DK: What can the fans expect from you?
LP: I think from me the fans can expect hard work and passion, something that I have always credited myself for. Whatever happens in the game, I won’t stop running! I am buzzing to play in front of the Needham fans, having watched a few Needham games and played against them, I know they are the best fans around!
DK: How'd you describe yourself as a player?
LP: As a player I would describe myself as again hard working, a good vision and an eye for goal. Having played in practically every position other than in goal last season, I would also say i’m quite versatile! Being left footed I like cutting in and having a shot, cross or a pass to play someone through.
DK: What targets, personally and for the team, do you have for next season?
LP: On a personal note it would be good to improve on my stats from my previous season and help the team as much as possible. For the team I think it would be brilliant to win the Suffolk Premier Cup again, and also have a good cup run such as the FA Cup. A huge target for the team has to be getting back to Step 2. This is something that is very important to the fans and the club as a whole, so I can assure that we will do everything we can to make that happen! I’m buzzing to join such an amazing club and can’t wait to play in front of the fans and with my new teammates!
Zak Tamila | 2025/26 Q+A #14 | 14.05.2026 |
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