For the first time on the show, we're catching up with a true pillar of the Maitland Saints Football Club: Riley Newstead.

As captain of the Saints, Riley has spent years leading the club's pursuit of its first Men's Cup Premiership, earning the respect of teammates, opponents and the wider football community along the way. His football résumé speaks for itself. 

Riley was part of Maitland's 2017 Men's Plate Grand Final-winning side, was named the 2023 Men's Cup Best and Fairest, and has now played more than 200 club games in the red, white and blue. An incredible achievement and a testament to his commitment to the Saints.

For the first time on the show, we're catching up with a true pillar of the Maitland Saints Football Club: Riley Newstead.
As captain of the Saints, Riley has spent years leading the club's pursuit of its first Men's Cup Premiership, earning the respect of teammates, opponents and the wider football community along the way. His football r&eacute;sum&eacute; speaks for itself.&nbsp;
Riley was part of Maitland's 2017 Men's Plate Grand Final-winning side, was named the 2023 Men's Cup Best and Fairest, and has now played more than 200 club games in the red, white and blue. An incredible achievement and a testament to his commitment to the Saints.

Join 2NURFM Sports Reporter and AFL Hunter Central Coast Journalist Oliver Croft on The Mark and The Mic as he talks to the biggest names on the AFL Hunter Central Coast. With exclusive interviews with AFL and AFLW Draft prospects, up and coming talent, players and those with a different perspective from across the league, PLUS the all the stats, this is your official must-listen destination for everything AFLHCC.

Join 2NURFM Sports Reporter and AFL Hunter Central Coast Journalist Oliver Croft on The Mark and The Mic as he talks to the biggest names on the AFL Hunter Central Coast. With exclusive interviews with AFL and AFLW Draft prospects, up and coming talent, players and those with a different perspective from across the league, PLUS the all the stats, this is your official must-listen destination for everything AFLHCC.

The Mark and The Mic

Join 2NURFM Sports Reporter and AFL Hunter Central Coast Journalist Oliver Croft on The Mark and The Mic as he talks to the biggest names on the AFL Hunter Central Coast. With exclusive interviews with AFL and AFLW Draft prospects, up and coming talent, players and those with a different perspective from across the league, PLUS the all the stats, this is your official must-listen destination for everything AFLHCC. 

Join 2NURFM Sports Reporter and AFL Hunter Central Coast Journalist Oliver Croft on The Mark and The Mic as he talks to the biggest names on the AFL Hunter Central Coast. With exclusive interviews with AFL and AFLW Draft prospects, up and coming talent, players and those with a different perspective from across the league, PLUS the all the stats, this is your official must-listen destination for everything AFLHCC.&nbsp;

Ep. 16 - Riley Newstead - Maitland Saints

This week on The Mark and The Mic Podcast, we're catching up with one of the brightest young talents in AFL Hunter Central Coast; Cardiff Hawks rising star, Georgia Stubbs.

Georgia's football journey is one built on resilience, determination and self-belief. After narrowly missing selection for the QBE Sydney Swans Academy in 2024, she came back stronger in 2025 and earned her place through hard work and persistence.Her outstanding season didn't stop there.

Georgia was named the Cardiff Hawks Under 15 Girls Best and Fairest before going on to claim the AFL Hunter Central Coast Under 15 Girls Best and Fairest in the very same year.

This is an incredible achievement that reflects the dedication she's shown to her football.In this episode, we chat about overcoming setbacks, chasing goals, representing the Sydney Swans Academy, and what it takes to keep improving both on and off the field with the Hawks.

This week on The Mark and The Mic Podcast, we're catching up with one of the brightest young talents in AFL Hunter Central Coast; Cardiff Hawks rising star, Georgia Stubbs.
Georgia's football journey is one built on resilience, determination and self-belief. After narrowly missing selection for the QBE Sydney Swans Academy in 2024, she came back stronger in 2025 and earned her place through hard work and persistence.Her outstanding season didn't stop there.
Georgia was named the Cardiff Hawks Under 15 Girls Best and Fairest before going on to claim the AFL Hunter Central Coast Under 15 Girls Best and Fairest in the very same year.
This is an incredible achievement that reflects the dedication she's shown to her football.In this episode, we chat about overcoming setbacks, chasing goals, representing the Sydney Swans Academy, and what it takes to keep improving both on and off the field with the Hawks.

Ep. 18 - Georgia Stubbs - Cardiff Hawks Junior

 Every footy star starts somewhere... and for so many, it begins with Auskick! This week I'm catching up with the youngest players in the game as they take their first steps on their footy journey, on the official podcast of the AFLHCC, The Mark and The Mic Podcast!

We kick things off at the Nelson Bay Marlins @ with Eden, Kruz, Lar, Ellie and Johnny, before chatting with coach Craig Bird. Then it's off to the Cardiff Hawks @ where Jordan and Jack tell us why they love Auskick.

The kids were absolute superstars and this is easily one of the favourite episodes of the year!Check out the promo, with thanks to 2NURFM, and thanks to the clubs, parents volunteers and Auskickers that helped pull this together. Thanks AFL Hunter Central Coast for their ongoing support!

&nbsp;Every footy star starts somewhere... and for so many, it begins with Auskick! This week I'm catching up with the youngest players in the game as they take their first steps on their footy journey, on the official podcast of the AFLHCC, The Mark and The Mic Podcast!
We kick things off at the Nelson Bay Marlins @ with Eden, Kruz, Lar, Ellie and Johnny, before chatting with coach Craig Bird. Then it's off to the Cardiff Hawks @ where Jordan and Jack tell us why they love Auskick.
The kids were absolute superstars and this is easily one of the favourite episodes of the year!Check out the promo, with thanks to 2NURFM, and thanks to the clubs, parents volunteers and Auskickers that helped pull this together. Thanks AFL Hunter Central Coast for their ongoing support!

Ep. 17 - Auskick Special!

This week on The Mark and The Mic Podcast, we packed up the gear and headed out to training with AFL Hunter Central Coast's newest club — the University of Newcastle Seahorses!

For this special episode, we caught up with a talented group of players who have come from all around Australia to study at the University of Newcastle, and pull on the blue, white and black of the Seahorses.

Recorded live during training, this episode features fantastic insights into their football journeys, university life, goals for the season, and what has brought them together at one of the competition's most exciting new clubs.

This week on The Mark and The Mic Podcast, we packed up the gear and headed out to training with AFL Hunter Central Coast's newest club &mdash; the University of Newcastle Seahorses!
For this special episode, we caught up with a talented group of players who have come from all around Australia to study at the University of Newcastle, and pull on the blue, white and black of the Seahorses.
Recorded live during training, this episode features fantastic insights into their football journeys, university life, goals for the season, and what has brought them together at one of the competition's most exciting new clubs.

Ep. 16 - Riley Newstead - Maitland Saints

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