With 10+ years working in media and marketing within the sports and fitness industry, Sam has a vast amount of experience. He is ready to help your company take the next step in converting your online presence to sales and/or new clients.

Sam Thornton-Thompson BA(Hons)

Football Business and Media at UCFB

I studied Media Production at Newark College in my hometown, Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire. Before being selected to study in the first ever cohort of students at the then newly created UCFB (now called UCFB’s Global Institute of Sport with campuses across the world) within my beloved Burnley FC’s Turf Moor stadium. While at University, I gained work experience with Stockport County FC. Before my graduation I was offered a 5 month trial period as Media Executive at Port Vale FC. I then joined Bury FC as Media Executive - I stayed for a year and a half, where I made lots of lasting friends and connections.

After leaving Bury FC, I decided to go freelance and have since worked with a large collection of businesses and individuals including MLILY and Manchester United, Breasley, Annabelle’s Challenge, Strikerz and I also helped create the Playerz online video course, with ex-professional footballer Andy Parrish.

Outside of work, I am married to my beautiful wife Megan, who is a fantastic photographer. I watch a lot of football and enjoy a good games night or a pub quiz.

I have a strong passion and desire to help businesses and individuals in the sports and fitness industry.