GATESHEAD FC SUPPORTERS SOCIETY

Lee Calder

Co-Chair

In March 2025, I was appointed Co-Chair of the Supporters Society.

I've followed Gateshead since I was 13 years old, attending my first game with a couple of friends. By 14, someone thought it would be a good idea to trust me in selling matchday programmes and 50/50's. I loved being involved! Some things never change.. 

Fast forward 15 years, and my love for Gateshead FC remains as strong ever - it's the people, the passion, the pride and that sense of belonging. At Gateshead, you feel part of something.  I'm a regular on the terraces and make it my aim to attend every game in a season, home and away. I thank my supportive partner, Josh, also a Gateshead supporter. 

Gateshead FC means the world to me, and it is an honour co-pilot your Supporters Society. 

By the fans, for the fans. 

Charlotte Hodgson

Co-Chair

Hi! I'm Charlotte, and it's a privilege to be Co-Chair of our Supporters Society. 

I attend all Gateshead home matches with my husband and two boys aged (nearly!) 15 and 10. We try and get to as many away matches as we can - my teenager would have us at all of them! 

On matchdays, I volunteer at the club and look after retail and sponsorships. I'm a lifelong football fan and love checking ALL the scores, from ALL the leagues at the end of a matchday. 

One of my prized positions is my first completed Premier League sticker album... which dates back 30+ years!

Lee McCormack

Treasurer

Michael Louis Avery 

Secretary

I've been following Gateshead FC since 1992, after being taken to my first game, aged 14, by my mate and his older brother. I certainly caught the Heed bug!

Since leaving school, I've worked in the construction industry, working around the UK, but I ensure I can get to most home games.

Over the years, I've been involved with Heed forums, ran prediction leagues, admin'd the (old!) Supporters Club website, drove minibuses to away games, organised matchday events and most recently, joined the Supporters Society board in 2022, where I now hold the position of Secretary. 

I update our website, post content on X, keep membership up-to-date and answer emails we receive from our members. 

Haydn Watson

Mark Walton

Patrick Rice

David Chambers

I was elected to the Supporters Society board in March 2026. 

I'm fully committed to improving both the home and away matchday experience for our members, and increase our fanbase. I've supported Gateshead for 8 years, along with my wife and son. 

I hope to bring fresh ideas for fundraising opportunities for the Supporters Society which benefit both the football club and it's supporters.