North Shields v Shildon (26/09/20)

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26th September 2020 Daren Persson Stadium Ebac Northern League Division One 3pm KO

CONTENTS

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NORTH SHIELDS FOOTBALL CLUB Founded: 1896 Daren Persson Stadium, West Percy Road, North Shields, NE29 0LH www.northshieldsfc.co.uk

20 I Greg Purvis Feature Interview

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CLUB OFFICIALS Chairman: Alan Matthews Club President: Malcolm MacDonald Hon Vice President: Dave Thompson Deputy Chairman: Trevor Campbell Club Treasurer: Mike Taylor Club Secretary: Sean Redford Commercial Manager: Steve Arkle Commercial Manager: Carl Redhead Lottery Manager: Sam Cave Gateman: Joe Cave Ground Manager: Mick Woodhouse Player Liaison: Bob Scott Club Historian: Trudi Thompson

MEDIA TEAM Head of Media: Sean Mulligan Media Officer: Ed Painter Club Photographers: Chris Chambers & Craig McVay

FA Vase Winners: 2015 EAC Winners: 1969 FA Amateur Cup Winners: 1969 NL Division One Winners: 1968/69 NL Division Two Winners: 2013/14 NL Cup Winners: 1969, 1972

15 I Head To Head

39 I Next Up On The Road

5: ALAN MATTHEWS We speaks with the club chairman ahead of today’s fixture.

10: PHOTO GALLERY A selection of photos from our most recent fixture.

18: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY How we faired on this date in history.

19: THE FORM BOOK Our visitors form heading into today’s game.

24: SHILDON AFC CLUB HISTORY A journey through time with Shildon AFC

19: FIRSTS & LASTS The NSFC lads select a few of their Firsts & Lasts.

WL Winners: 1998/99,2000/01, 2003/04 NA Winners: 1906/07, 1907/08 NCEL Premier Winners: 1991/92 NCEL League Cup Winners: 1992 NCEL Presidents Cup Winners: 1992 NCC Winners: 1961

NEL Division Two Winners: 1928/29 NSC Winners: 1906, 1912, 1938, 1948, 1954, 1958, 1960, 1966, 1976, 1979, 1991, 2016 NEL League Cup Winners: 1945, 1957 NEL Division One Winners: 1949/50 NCL Winners: 1960/61

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ALAN MATTHEWS Media Officer Ed Painter speaks with Alan ahead of today’s key match up against pace-setters Shildon.

Today we welcome one of what will be one of the three toughest home fixtures of the season. Yes, we are home to Shildon, and we welcome their officials, players and supporters to North Shields, for this EBAC Northern League first division fixture.

We have had some real old fashioned tussles with them both at home and away over the season. But let's be honest, who wants to watch a boring draw every week. We know the lads from Dean Street are not coming here to swap niceties and that it's going to be a good old fashioned Northern League game.

We have won a few in the past

and so have they. Clearly both and so have they. Clearly both clubs fancy their chances of promotion this time around , just as both did last season. Our visitors were nearer the mark last season than we were before the whole issue was cancelled. Let's hope it's us this time around.

This is just the first of several really tough games we have against top class opposition.

Here's hoping it's the Robins who come out on top.

Last week we overcame the first round difficulties we have had in previous seasons and had a good win against Tow Law. I thought we were well worth our 3-0 half time lead, but our

visitors fought back, and played really well themselves in the second period.

We now look forward to a visit from Northallerton Town in the next round in two weeks time, Corona Virus permitting. Here's hoping that both Paul van and Kyle Patton are both on the mend and will be back in training with the first team soon. We do have a large squad but it's needed with all of these games to play.

Enjoy The Game

Alan Matthews

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MARC NASH Media Officer Ed Painter speaks with Marc ahead of a tough run of games for the Robins.

Good afternoon as we welcome Shildon for today’s NL Div One match.

We all wonder how much longer we have got before things shut down again but we are trying hard to stay focused and continue the good start we have made this season. Shildon arrive in good form and always provide a stern test and this is probably our toughest so far in the league. Having said that we have managed to beat them in the last two seasons here at home.

We have managed to get through the Vase for the first time in a few years but with

respect to Tow Law it’s easily the best draw we have had for years. Another home tie awaits against Northallerton which should be an interesting week as we travel to them 4 days earlier in the league.

Following no goals in our last pre season match and then Marske and Newton Aycliffe, there was some concern amongst fans about where the goals would come from, especially after losing the services of Kyle Patton. I had no doubt that the tide would turn and now Dan Wilson has 6 goals in 3 games we have been averaging 3 a game lately.

The prospect of them pairing together is an exciting one and hopefully Kyle has no setbacks as he has just begun his road to recovery.

There’s been a lot of positivity in our home games with excellent following considering the circumstances and the players are very appreciative of the support.

More of the same today.

Enjoy The Game

Marc Nash

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NORTH SHIELDS FIRST TEAM SQUAD 20/21 Marc Nash (Manager) Joined North Shields FC midway through the 2017/18 season from near rivals Whitley Bay. Marc has managed Whitley Bay Reserves before later becoming the first team manager. Also currently works at TyneMet College. He is also a UEFA B licensed coach.

Anthony Woodhouse (Assistant Manager) Joined in 2018 from Whitley. Began career for East End Boys Club, going on to having trials for Sunderland. Signed from Whitley as Player/ Manager with Fenton, Bowsa and Bri as assistants. Made 27 appearances for club, scoring 2 goals..

Steve Swinyard (First Team Coach)

Greg Purvis (Goalkeeper) Greg joined Shields in 2018 from Team Northumbria, shortly after they resigned from the league.

He is a top keeper who is a rock at the back for this Shields team. Began playing at Sunderland. Selected as a member of the English University Men’s squad for 2020.

Bradley Skirpan (Goalkeeper) Joined the Robins in 2019 to provide stiff competition to Greg for the number one jersey.

Formerly of Blyth Spartans, the young keeper excelled when called upon in his debut away against Guisborough Town. He will be looking to continue his rapid progression.

Wayne Buchanan (Defender)

Anth Myers (Defender) Anth joined the Robins ater a two-year spell with Seaham Red Star. The versatile defender is powerful in the air, a great passer of the ball and strong in the tackle.

Can also play in the centre of midfield. Also played for Jarrow Roofing and Hebburn Town.

Paul New (Defender) The defender, who has experience playing military football for the Royal Marines and the Royal Navy, has previous experience of the Northern League, having spent four seasons with Darlington Railway Athletic; now of the Wearside League.

Tom Bexton (Defender) The former Wolverhampton Wanderers, South Shields and Whitley Bay defender joined the Robins ahead of the 2020/21 season. Comfortable in possession which is what brought him to our attention, he appeared for the Robins during the 20/21 pre-season.

Andrew Cartwright (Defender)

The UEFA B licensed coach has worked in the pro game for 5 years with Newcastle United as Head of Safeguarding and the Foundation.

Steve has been Assistant Manager to Anthony Woodhouse at Benfield FC and as a coach at Ashington FC.

Wayne is an centre half who joined the from Ashington in 2019. He counts Gateshead, Blyth Spartans, South Shields and others amongst his former clubs. A nononsense player who adds strength and discipline to the back line.

Graeme Scott (First Team Physio)

Nick Cassidy (Defender)

Jack Donnison (Defender)

Joined the club in 2019 as part of the medical team. He has worked for North East Ambulance Service for 24 years and has been a paramedic for 14 years, now as a Clinical Operations Manager.

Graeme is also a coach for Cullercoats FC.

Nick joined us in 2019 after a successful twoseason spell with Division One rivals Consett, where he played a pivotal role in their Durham Challenge Cup victory. A strong and versatile member of the team, he is comfortable in defence or midfield.

Jack is a solid full back whose energy and love of a tackle has made him a firm fan favourite at Shields. He has become a consistent performer in defence but is also good at going forward too. One of the longest serving players in the Robins squad.

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Andrew Joined the club after spending two years in Australia with Western Knights Soccer Club. The former Sunderland AFC youngster shone through the ranks before joining Blyth Spartans. Cartwright has also played for England C.

Chris McDonald (Defender)

Jamie Clark (Midfielder)

Paul Van-Zandvliet (Midfielder)

Chris is a strong, versatile defender with experience from captaining Whitley Bay to playing for Berwick Rangers in the Scottish Leagues.

More recently playing for Morpeth Town. Chris has scored some spectacular goals during his playing career.

Another product of Tyne Met College and was a member of the FA Youth Cup squad last two seasons. A scorer of fantastic goals with his left foot, he has the potential to progress if he stays focused.

Made his first team debut at home to Stockton Town.

Paul is a box to box midfielder with a powerful style of play. A member of the NCC winning squad with Northumberland Schools County. His performances attracted the attention of Sheffield United where he played twice in victories over Hull City and Leeds Utd.

David Hall (Midfielder)

Cam Cunningham (Midfielder)

Robbie Christie (Midfielder)

Extremely talented young midfielder with lots of skill and an attacking mindset. Made the transition from junior to senior football with ease and is tipped to go very far if he continues to progress at a rapid rate.

Another product of the Tyne Met system.

Talented left-sided player joins the Robins after having spent the 2019/20 season with Newcastle University in Division Two. Is no stranger to North Shields, having featured for the Robins during their FA Youth Cup run in 2018/19, scoring against Ryton & Crawcrook Albion.

Gary Ormston (Midfielder)

Adam Forster (Midfielder)

Dan Wilson (Forward)

A goal scoring midfielder who is comfortable across the centre of the park. His experience will bring on the younger players and his 100% attitude will always be a huge plus Has even played at centre back when needed. Formerly of Consett, Whitley Bay and Dunston UTS.

Adam rejoined the club after a spell at Blyth AFC, He was a vital member of the North Shields side that won the FA Vase and Senior Cup. Scored the extra time winner against Glossop North End in the FA Vase Final in 2015. First Team captain.

David joined North Shields from rivals Whitley Bay in 2018. He has worked with Marc during his time at Whitley Bay, who was keen to bring him to the Robins. A rock in the centre of the pitch, David ability to spread the ball is second to none.

David Robinson (Midfielder)

Ryan Carr (Midfielder)

The centre forward returns for his second spell at the club after time at Blyth AFC and Seaham Red Star. He has lots of pace and strength and gives opposing defenders a tough time with his non stop energy and great hold up play.

Kyle Patton (Forward)

A quality addition to the midfield. The former Seaham and Blyth AFC captain is a box-to-box midfielder that will leave everything out on the pitch for the team. He is a player that will certainly chip in with goals and assists throughout the season.

Nippy attacker with an eye for goal. He progressed through the ranks at AFC Farsley.

Now playing in his native North East, racking up over 200 appearances for the Robins, chipping in with a goal or two where needed, with over 60 goals.

Kyle is an attacking forward who played for Durham City, Whitley Bay, Shildon and Bishop Auckland. An exciting talent who has brought goals to the side. He has plenty of experience and is a great fit. Kyle was the 2019/2020 top goalscorer.

Paul Robinson (Midfielder)

Craig Spooner (Midfielder)

Callum Smith (Forward)

Paul joined the Robins from Morpeth Town and has bags of top level experience. Formerly a Vase winner three times with Whitley Bay, he has also played for Blyth Spartans. He is the king of the chop who doesn’t scoring anything but quality goals.

The exciting midfielder returns to the club from Blyth Spartans for his second spell. He is a very creative player who controls the game. The former Newcastle United product certainly knows where the net is and contributes to lots of assists too!

Callum is a forward who came through the Newcastle Utd setup, impressing as a member of their under 23 squad. After leaving St James’ Park, he played for Hull City and Dunston UTS before signing for Shields midway through the 2019/20 season.

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Coleby Shepherd (Forward) Shepherd joins the Robins on loan from Northern Premier League Premier Division side Whitby Town. A pacy wide man who progressed through the Hartlepool United Academy system. Played for Whitley Bay last season.

Gareth Bainbridge (Forward) A Shields legend, Gareth has delivered crucial goals at venues including Wembley and St James Park.

Since joining from Ashington, Gaz became a vital member of the team, breaking Don Winskill’s post war goal scoring record, scoring 164 goals.

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DIVISION ONE PREVIEW After a delated start to the season, Hebburn Town have hit the ground running; looking to go one better than last season. They have a little more waiting to do as their game at home to Consett has been postponed, after South Tyneside Council forced their Sports Club to close for seven days.

On Wednesday, Ashington finally got off the mark for the season, picking up their first win away at Penrith, courtesy of Ben Harmison and Dean Briggs goals. They look to go on something of a run as they entertain bottom side Billingham Town at the dwmedia Stadium.

Another piece of news to hit the league in recent days was the dismissal of Bishop Auckland manager Ian Chandler, after a poor start to their season. With no permanent manager as of yet to be appointed, the remaining coaching team face fellow strugglers Seaham Red Star, hopefully with a view to prove a lot of people in this league wrong.

Having started the league well, Newcastle Benfield have struggled for wins recently, losing the last three games; only one of which was a

They welcome a Northallerton Town side who, after finishing rock bottom last year, have surprised many by fighting at the right end of the table.

league game.

Having not played in front of their home supporters for a month, they welcome an unbeaten Ryhope CW side to a ground they now share with Division Two side West Allotment Celtic.

A good start to the season had many wondering whether Penrith were finally going to distance themselves from the regular relegation battle. However, consistent bad results have seen them quickly drop into the bottom half of the table.

They welcome Guisborough Town to Frenchfields Stadium; a side who lost heavily to North Shields during the week.

After the cruel way in which they were denied the league title last season, Stockton Town seem to have not yet digested what happened and where they are. Two draws, one win and one loss sees the Anchors in ninth, already seven points off the top of the table.

Both Sunderland RCA and Whitley Bay had mixed fortunes in the FA Cup on Tuesday, with RCA on the end of a 4-0 defeat, whilst Whitley Bay enjoyed an impressive 3-2 over a Witton Albion side two divisions above them. Today seems them face off against each other.

During the week, Whickham did something that no other side have done this season; score against Hebburn Town. Sadly, their efforts didn’t count for anything as they suffered a 2-1 defeat; missing out on a place on the top of the league table.

A home tie against struggling West Auckland Town gives them the chance to bounce back at the first opportunity.

After the signing of Dale Hopson from Whitby Town, Thornaby have looked a much stronger side this season. Sitting in seventh, the Teessiders welcome Newton Aycliffe to Teesdale Park, with a place in the top five potentially on offer.

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NORTH SHIELDS CLUB HISTORY North Shields Athletic was originally formed in 1896, and played initially in the South Shields & District league. They progressed through the Northern Combination, Northern Alliance and North Eastern League and became a major force in North East Football, outside the Football League, moving to play at Hawkey’s Lane around 1900. They originally joined the Northern Alliance, before switching to the North Eastern League in 1908.

The club emerged as Preston Colliery F.C. after the Great War, reverting to North Shields A.F.C. in 1928. They enjoyed tremendous local support with a record 12,800 watching the local derby with South Shields in October 1936.

Shields won the North Eastern League title in 1950, before the league folded in 1958. Spells in the Midland League and Northern Counties league followed before the club joined the Northern league in the 1964-65 season, finishing third at their first attempt. The Robins moment of crowning glory came in 1969, when they won the FA Amateur Cup by beating Sutton United in front of 47,000 spectators at Wembley Stadium. Shields were a goal down after only four minutes but won with second half strikes from Richie Hall and Brian Joicey – both laid on by Orrick, a shipyard worker from Byker. The club, which also won the Northern League title and Challenge Cup that same year, were declared joint holders of the European Amateur Cup the following season when two games against Italian Side Almas resulted in a level aggregate score. In 1982, the Robins won 1-0 at Halifax Town in the FA Cup First Round, Bede McCaffrey scoring the all-important goal that year. Walsall were the visitors to Appleby Park in the second round, for only the second time in the club’s history and left with a 3-0 victory.

Having moved into the national pyramid by joining the NCEL in 1989, North Shields earned promotion to the Northern Premier League by winning the title in 1992. However, financial problems arose, which meant Appleby Park had to be sold to and lead to the club folding. However, they almost instantly reformed as a new club, thanks to the efforts of local people and many of the current committee. The club, headed by new chairman Richard Slade, sought and gained immediate admission to the Second Division of the Wearside League. They were promoted to the top flight as runners-up in their first season, briefly reverting back to North Shields Athletic for four seasons. They enjoyed success in local cup competitions, too, the Shipowners Cup and NFA Senior Bowl added to that title in the 1998/99 treble-winning season.

In 1999, the club moved to Ralph Gardner Park, now known as the Daren Persson Stadium, and began to develop the ground to meet the Northern League standards. Once again known as North Shields FC, the club began to kick on, league runners-up in 2000/01 and winners by eight points the following season. They also continued to collect silverware elsewhere, winning the Monkwearmouth Charity Cup in 2001 and again in 2003. After a fifteen-year absence, the Robins gained promotion back into the Northern League in 2004 following their third Wearside League title and a further Shipowners Cup triumph.

After ten years in Division Two, the club belatedly returned to the top tier having narrowly missed out in 2010/11. The Robins shattered records en route to the 2013/14 championship including the Daren Persson Stadium attendance which was 1,312 for the visit of West Allotment Celtic and the presentation of the 2nd division trophy. But better was to come as the Robins swept past the likes of Phoenix Sports, Erith & Belvedere and Highworth Town to reach the 2015 FA Vase final at Wembley.

In front of almost 10,000 fans, Shields went behind to Glossop North End, but a late equaliser by Gareth Bainbridge and Adam Forster’s extra-time finish clinched the coveted trophy for Graham Fenton’s men. The club also finished fourth in division one to cap a memorable season.

The following season 2015-6 Shields finished fifth in the league whilst lifting the Northumberland Senior Cup beating Blyth Spartans 4-3 in a thrilling Final at St James Park. Gary Ormston opened the scoring followed by a Gareth Bainbridge brace with Ryan Carr notching a dramatic last minute winner. Manager Graham Fenton left the club in September 2016 to join South Shields, with Jon McDonald replacing him as manager. McDonald kept North Shields at the top until early April, losing out to South Shields in the title race. North Shields also lost the Senior Cup to Blyth and the League Cup to South Shields after which Jon McDonald left the club.

Shields moved to appoint Assistant Manager, Brian Smith as the new Manager, with Gary Ormston stepping up as Assistant and Andy Gowans joining the coaching set up alongside Wilf Keilty. Brian Smith left the club in February 2018 to be replaced by ex Whitley Bay boss Marc Nash. Nash brought with him Anthony Woodhouse who was welcomed back to his old stamping ground as assistant. The duo marked their debut in charge with a sensational 6-5 victory over Jarrow Roofing after the Robins were trailing 5-2 late in the game. With Steve Swinyard coming in as coach the new management team guided the club to a final 8th position as the season closed. The latest campaign of 2019-2020 before halted due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the side saw an impressive 4th placed finish with games in hand on the teams above. The team scored 56 goals only conceding 37 P12: Official North Shields Match Programme @NorthShieldsFC #HowayTheRobins

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DIVISION TWO PREVIEW Led up front by Daniel Kent, Crook Town have continued this season as they left off the last. After an initial slow start, the Black & Ambers sit in third, only three points off the top. A stiff challenge awaits today as they host the free scoring Billingham Synthonia at the Sir Tom Cowie Millfield Ground, Since taking over during the summer, Didier Agathe has still yet to claim his first point at Durham City. Five straight losses has been compounded by a lengthy injury list. The visit of an inconsistent Tow Law Town side could help spark their season before its too late.

putting paid to their plans and aspirations.

wanting to add to his three goals this season.

At one point this season, Jarrow looked as though they might be applying pressure to those sides chasing promotion. It is still very early but sitting in 15th, their fortunes will need to change soon.

They couldn’t have wished for a harder challenge as fourth-placed Willington visit Perth Green.

One of the two unbeaten sides in Division Two, Easington Colliery will be looking to mount a promotion campaign which many outside of the club did not expect to see. Second bottom Chesterle-Street visit Welfare Park, hoping to pick up a much needed win.

After a season of acclimatation, Newcastle University have started well, with striker Niza Chilufya already on five goals. They welcome a struggling Ryton & Crawcrook Albion side to Kimberley Park, with a victory pushing them closer to the top four.

The dictionary definition of a mid-table clash, Esh Winning and Heaton Stannington, currently 12th and 13th respectively, meet at West Terrace, with former Robin Connor Campbell no doubt

Last season, this fixture would have been a certified title decider.

Both Redcar Athletic and West Allotment Celtic were all but guaranteed a spot in Division One this season, but for Covid-19 and the cancellation of the league

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This time around, both sides have found things more difficult, with Redcar fighting hard in fifth whilst West Allotment, playing at Newcastle Benfield’s Sam Smith’s Park, finding themselves third from bottom. Today’s match up might not have as much on it, but rest assured that both sides will be as desperate as ever to leave the game with a very important three points. One of the surprise packages this season has been Sunderland West End, who were fighting tooth and nail against relegation last season. This time around, West End find themselves in eighth place, only five points away from the top of the league, at this very early stage. The visit of sixth placed Carlisle City will be their biggest challenge yet.

After finishing second bottom last season, Brandon United got a big slice of fortune when last season’s results were made null and void by the FA. After one win and two losses, they sit in 16th, and welcome a Birtley Town side fresh from a heavy defeat.

HEAD TO HEAD

V SHILDON AFC

Last season really highlighted how competitive this fixture is.

At the Daren Persson Stadium, the Robins came out 3-1 winners, courtesy of goals from Connor Campbell, Paul VanZandvliet and Gareth Bainbridge. However, in the reverse fixture at Dean Street, a crazy, wind affected start to the second half saw Shildon claim a comfortable 3-0 win.

After the 2019/20 season was brought to an end, questions remained about what kind of identity both teams would adopt. However, both teams have started this season strongly and look to be competing for one of three promotion places available.

Over history, the Robins have enjoyed 35 wins from the 61 match ups, scoring 146 goals and conceding 87. The other games resulted in eight draws and 18 losses.

PLAYED

WINS

61 35

DRAWS

8

LOSSES

Shildon 3 North Shields 0 (14/12/19) North Shields 3 Shildon 1 (21/08/19) (Campbell, Van-Zandvliet, Bainbridge) Shildon 1 North Shields 0 (23/03/19) North Shields 1 Shildon 0 (15/09/18) (Carr) North Shields 5 Shildon 3 (20/12/17) (Summerly, Harmison x2, McFarlane, O.G.) Shildon 2 North Shields 2 (16/08/17) (Luccock, Ormston) Shildon 2 North Shields 0 (25/03/17) North Shields 3 Shildon 0 (11/03/17) (Carr, Coppen x2) North Shields 1 Shildon 2 (03/12/16) (Morris) North Shields 2 Shildon 2 (30/04/16) (Carr, Devlin) Shildon 2 North Shields 0 (17/10/15)

FOR

AGAINST

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2-4 Mason McNeill 35

Goals

Dan Wilson 26

Sonni Coleman 89

Ryan Carr 72 Cam Cunningham 75 Callum Smith 87

North Shields Greg Purvis, Andrew Cartwright, Chris McDonald, David Hall, Anth Myers, Tom Bexton, Cam Cunningham, Adam Forster Š, Dan Wilson, David Robinson, Coleby Shepherd

Used Substitutes Ryan Carr on - Robinson off (63) Callum Smith on - Shepherd off (67) Gary Ormston on - Hall off (67)

Unused Substitutes

Steavens

Martin

Guru

Ferguson

Young

Marshall

Robinson

Nick Cassidy Paul New

Guisborough Town Aaron Stevens, Callum Martin, Mark Robinson, Charlie Marshall, Nathan Guru, Josh Rowbotham (c), Joseph Bartliff, Paul Young, Joe Ferguson, Sonni Coleman, Mason McNeill

Rowbotham (c)

Coleman

Bartliff

McNeill

Wilson

Used Substitutes Brandon Holdsworth on - Young off (79)

Robinson

Cunningham

Shepherd

Unused Substitutes Wayne Buchanan Bradley Skirpan

Attendance

McDonald

Hall

Forster (c)

Myers

Bexton

187

Referee Christopher Ellis

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Purvis

Cartwright

It’s raining goals as Shields sink Guisborough Another sensational second half performance saw North Shields claim their fourth win in a row; defeating Guisborough Town 4-2 at the KGV Stadium.

Dan Wilson opened the scoring for the Robins in the first half, before a Mason McNeill leveller tied the game up at the break. The returning Ryan Carr gave the visitors the lead midway through the second half, with an unstoppable finish into the bottom corner. Cam Cunningham and Callum Smith soon put the game beyond the reach of Guisborough, with well taken efforts from inside the box.

And despite a late consolation from Sonni Coleman, the Robins held on to a win which takes them back into second in the Division One table.

It only took the Robins three minutes to test the Guisborough defence, when Tom Bexton almost converted an Andrew Cartwright freekick at the far post.

Wilson, who has found his form since returning to the club, was looking to continue his hot streak in front of goal, but he could only fire a Chris McDonald pass clear of the crossbar. But only two minutes later, the hosts began to create chances of their own, when Joe Ferguson found too much space on the edge of the box before blazing his effort well over.

In the 13th minute, Wilson once again had an opportunity to open the scoring for Shields, with his close range header, from a McDonald cross, not troubling the Guisborough keeper.

However, he soon found his range when in the 26th minute, he reacted quickest after Aaron Steavens could only parry a special Cartwright freekick right into his path; leaving him a simple finish.

The Robins were starting to turn the screw in search of a second and four minutes later, only a spectacular Steavens save prevented David Robinson from scoring a great goal; with some desperate defending denying the midfielder on the follow up.

Shields were made to pay for not putting their chances away when in the 35th minute, McNeill held his man off on the edge of the penalty area before firing low into the bottom corner, beyond the reach of Greg Purvis.

As the weather worsened, it looked as though the hosts were the more likely to score and in the 42nd minute, following a defensive mix-up, they should have.

After intercepting a poor pass, Coleman broke free on goal, only for Anthony Myers to pull off a tremendous recovery tackle to keep the scores level at the break.

Having almost scored right at the beginning of the first half, Bexton almost scored right at the beginning of the second, only to turn a low Cartwright cross the wrong side of the post.

The Robins continued their second half dominance and after a flurry of substitutions, they managed to retake the lead with just over 15 minutes left in the game.

After collecting a powerful pass, Carr took a touch, scooped the ball away from his marker before rifling his shot straight into the bottom corner of the net, leaving Stevens helpless in the home goal.

That proved to be the straw that broke the camel’s back as only three minutes later, Cunningham caught the Guisborough defence sleeping, bursting through on goal before calmly finishing past the onrushing Steavens.

Shields were in cruise control now and with only three minutes left on the clock, they equalled their score from last season’s match up when Smith, much like Cunningham before him, caught the home defence cold.

With acres of space to play in, the forward surged into the penalty area, before curling the ball, which took a slight touch off the keeper, into the back of the net, leaving the home supporters to head for the exit.

There was a slight threat of a comeback only two minutes later as Coleman, who was afforded far too much space in the centre of the box, towered above everyone else to head the ball home.

But it was too little too late for the Priorymen, as Shields got their act together and comfortably brought all three points back to North Tyneside, lifting them up to second; two points behind leaders Hebburn Town.

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ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY OVERALL RECORD WINS

DRAWS

LOSSES

8 2 7

7-0 v Penrith (h) 20198 (McRoberts x2, Suddick x2, Summerly, Sampson, Cornish) 2-0 v Morpeth Town (a) 2015 (Coppen, Luccock) 4-1 v Gillford Park (a) 2009 (Livermore, Hay, Amos x2) 3-1 v Thornaby (a) 2007 (Lee, Robertson, Heppell) 5-0 v Annfield Plain (h) 1998 (N/A) 2-1 v Bishop Auckland (h) 1979 (Hood, Lilley) 8-2 v Durham City (h) 1966 (Winskill x4, Milton x2, Lister, O’Hara) 5-2 v Consett (h) 1962 (Prior x2, Orrick, Watson, Trewick)

3-3 v Ashington (a) 1970 (Dagless, Rutherford, Orrick) 0-0 v South Shields (h) 1959 (N/A)

0-1 v Team Northumbria (h) 2006 (N/A) 4-6 v Washington Glebe (h) 1992 (N/A) 1-2 v Bridlington Town (a) 1988 (Wardrobe) 0-1 v Whitley Bay (a) 1987 (N/A) 1-3 v Durham City (a) 1981 (Donaldson) 1-3 v Billingham Synthonia (a) 1973 (Brown) 2-3 v Willington (a) 1964 (Lister, Newham)

Famous Birthdays From Around The World

Ricardo Quaresma (1983)

Serena Williams (1981)

Michael Ballack (1976)

Ricardo is a professional footballer who plays as a winger. He started out at Sporting and also played for Barcelona, Inter Milan, Chelsea, Beşiktaş, Al-Ahli Dubai and Kasımpaşa, but he arguably spent the best years at Porto after signing in 2004. Regarded as a mercurial talent, his tricks, including the rabona and trivela, have made him a popular figure among fans around the world.

Serena is an American professional tennis player and former world No. 1 in women's single tennis. She has won 23 Grand Slams, the most by any player in the Open Era, and the second-most of all time behind Margaret Court (24).

The WTA ranked her world No. 1 in singles on eight separate occasions between 2002 and 2017. She reached the No. 1 ranking for the first time on July 8, 2002.

Michael is a German retired professional footballer. He is among the top goal scorers in the history of the German national team. He was selected by Pelé as one of FIFA's 100 Greatest Living Players, and as the UEFA Club Midfielder of the Year in 2002. He won the German Footballer of the Year award three times – in 2002, 2003 and 2005.

Ballack was known for his passing range, powerful shot, physical strength and commanding presence in midfield.

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THE FORM BOOK Lost

Won

Featuring Shildon AFC

5

5

Played

5

Goals For

Top Goalscorers

5

5

Drawn

Goals Against

5

Clean Sheets

Red Cards

Dan Wilson

Billy Greulich-Smith

Greg Purvis

Shaun Newbrook

North Shields

Shildon AFC

7

3

2

1

0

1

Shildon AFC’s Last Four Games Chester-le-Street (h)

Northallerton Town (h)

Newton Aycliffe (a)

Hebburn Town (a)

2-1

3-0

1-1

0-2

FA Vase First Qualifying Round Saturday 19th September 2020

Ebac Northern League Division One Tuesday 15th September 2020

Ebac Northern League Division One Saturday 12th September2020

Ebac Northern League Division One Tuesday 8th September 2020

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THE INTERVIEW

GREG PURVIS Media Officer Ed Painter speaks with Greg about the Robins impressive start to the season and coaching his own Sunday League side.

At the end of the 2017/18 season, the Robins were left without an active goalkeeper in their squad.

Both Michael Robinson and Shaun McCafferty had departed and manager Marc Nash was looking for the club’s new shot-stopper ahead of his first full season at the club.

With only two weeks to go until the start of the season, it seemed that Dan Lister, formerly of South Shields, was going to claim the number one jersey. However, with the resignation of Team Northumbria from Northern League Division One, the Robins acted quickly to secure the services of one of the most sought after players currently available.

Having progressed through the Sunderland AFC academy, Greg Purvis had been excellent for Team North and had helped turn the Uni side into one of the strongest teams in the league. Following their resignation, a host of clubs were hoping to bring him on board. Thankfully for us, he

Made the Daren Persson Stadium his new home.

Such was Greg’s form, Lister eventually had to leave to search for first team football, which he found with neighbours Whitley Bay. Fast forward a couple of years and Greg has become a firm favourite amongst the fans, winning the 2019/20 supporters player of the season award.

“It’s a massive honour to be voted supporters player of the year,” beamed Purvis.

“The fans are a massive asset to the football club itself so for them to hold me in such a high regard is a great feeling.

“They seem to have a lot of trust in me and I hope this continues for many years to come.”

During his first season with the club, the Robins went on a brilliant run in the NFA Senior Cup, making it as far as the Final. However, it wasn’t Greg between the sticks as during the Quarter-Final against

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Newcastle Benfield, he suffered a serious head injury in a collision with an opposition attacker; one which would rule him out of the final against Morpeth Town at St James’ Park.

“It was absolutely horrible and I hated every second of it,” said Purvis when asked about being forced to miss the rest of the season.

“I tried my best to get back as quick as possible but with some injuries it’s not that easy.

“I think what rubbed salt into the wounds even more was missing the senior cup Final at St James.

“Being a Newcastle fan and all, it would have been an immense experience, but I’m sure we will find ourselves there again sometime soon.”

But despite losing narrowly against their higher division opponents, Shields, and Greg, bounced back well, with the shot-stopper able to count the number of missed games on one hand.

Having finished fourth last

Season, the Robins began the 2020/21 season strongly, following a 0-0 draw at home to Newton Aycliffe up with one sided wins against Billingham Town, Seaham Red Star and Tow Law Town.

When asked about what he thought was the reason behind their early form, Purvis pointed out how team chemistry has played a vital role.

“We had a good bunch of players last year and all we’ve done is add even more quality to it,” boasted the ’keeper.

“We are a very honest squad with no egos which I think is very important. “if we are all on the same page there’s only one way we’re going to go and that’s up.

But what has been apparent the past two seasons is just how strong the Northern League has become, with the

likes of Hebburn Town, Stockton Town, Shildon, Consett, North Shields, Newton Aycliffe and Guisborough Town, to name a few, all having aspirations of playing at a higher level, much like Marske United of Morpeth Town.

strengthened heading into this season has been Newton Aycliffe. Managed by Greg’s former Team Northumbria manager Colin Stromsoy, the Newtonians count themselves very unfortunate to have seen their season ended in such a way.

“Most definitely,” exclaimed Purvis when asked if the Northern League is the strongest he has ever seen it.

They have responded well and this season find themselves in a similar strong position, something which doesn’t surprise Greg at all, after our 0-0 opening day draw.

“You see some clubs bringing in ex-professional footballers, such as Dimi Konstantopoulos (former Middlesbrough and Hartlepool United keeper) at Thornaby.

“I think even going from preseason you can see clubs from Division Two / Northern Alliance Prem producing very good players, which automatically boosts the competitiveness for our league as they make there way through.”

One of those clubs who have

“Yeah it’s always nice to see some old faces,” said Purvis on facing a number of his former team mates.

“I think on the whole we deserved to win that game but we’re very unlucky.

“It’s not just mine but the whole teams job to keep the ball out of the net and it’s always pleasing to start the season with a clean sheet. Start as you mean to go on they say.”

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With the Robins looking to go one better this season, Marc has been busy trying to improve upon his already strong squad, adding a number of new players, including the likes of Tom Bexton, Andrew Cartwright and Anth Myers to the defence in front of him.

Having secured two clean sheets this season so far, Greg could help but be impressed by the new additions.

“I’ve known Carty and Tom for a number of years,” said Purvis.

“So when I heard of them coming along I knew they would be great additions both on the pitch and off, “Anth has been rock solid since he came in so it’s always good to improve an already solid back line.

“Both parties need to be on the same wave length and so far it’s seemed as if we are.

“You have to know your peers’ strengths and weaknesses as you don’t want to put your teammates into a situation they’re not comfortable in.”

Hearing the way Greg spoke about his team mates, it came as no surprise that the Shields shot-stopper has ventured into coaching, alongside his brother, with their Sunday League.

“We started a team called Heeley's Heroes, it had been an idea we had always joked about between both mine and my brothers friend groups,” explained Purvis.

“We decided to just go for it and haven’t regretted it since.

When asked about if coaching was in his future, Greg admitted that how taking in football from the other side of the touchline is something he has taken to well.

“It’s a different role for me compared to playing but one I’m really enjoying so something I might think about in the future.”

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Shildon AFC

FORMED in 1890 as Shildon Town, the Railwaymen joined the Auckland and District League two years later and in 1894 merged with the Rangers and Heroes to become Shildon United. In 1900, the club played in the new Northern League Division Two but folded that season due to financial problems – as did the Second Division.

Ebac Northern League Div One

A re-formed club joined the Northern League in 1903 to replace Stockton St John’s. In 1907, Shildon joined the semi-professional ranks of the North Eastern League, finishing second in season 1932/33.Before WWII the club won four successive Northern League Division One titles; a record that stood until overhauled by Blyth in 1984.

CLUB RECORDS Northern Football League Winners: 1933–34, 1934–35, 1935–36, 1936–37, 1939–40, 2015–16 Northern Football League (Division 2) Winners: 2001–02 FA Cup best performance: First Round Proper – 1959–60, 2003– 04 Fourth Qualifying Round 2013-14, 2017/18 FA Trophy best performance: Third Qualifying Round – 1974– 75, 1992–93

CLUB HONOURS FA Vase best performance: Semi-final – 2012–13 FA Amateur Cup best performance: Quarter Final – 1958–59 Durham Challenge Cup Winners: 2013–14, 2014–15, 2018-19 Northern League Cup Winners: 1933–34, 1934–35, 1937–38, 1938 –39, 1939–40, 1952–53, 2002–03, 2014–15, 2015–16

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In 1937 the team was unbeaten on their march to the title with Jack Downing firing in a record 61 league and cup goals. A replay win at York City in 1927/28 saw the club reach the first round proper of the FA Cup for the first time. In the first round they have also played Brentford, Doncaster Rovers, Lincoln City, Scunthorpe United and Oldham Athletic three times. The last time the club reached the first round was in 2003/04, losing out 7-2 against Notts County. The club also reached the second round, in1936/37 against Dartford. The Dean Street turnstiles and distinctive grandstand were erected in 1923.

A £45,000 grant saw new dressing rooms and a social club built beneath the stand 60 years later. Shildon won the Second Division championship in 2001/02, scoring 135 goals and finished runners-up in two cup competitions.

The following season they won the Northern League Challenge Cup with a 3-2 golden goal victory over Billingham Synthonia at Feethams. Tragedy struck the club in February 2004 when 26-year-old player, Lee Hainsworth was killed in a road accident on his way to training. He had been with the club for six years.

The Brown Street stand was renamed in his memory. Bill Aisbitt, a lifelong stalwart at the club, died in June 2003 and the boardroom was named in his honour after over 50 years loyal service. At the end of the 2004 season, the Railwaymen came under serious threat through financial difficulties when the former chairman severed all ties with the club. At the end of the season all the players and the manager left the club, leaving it crippled. But during the close season, the club appointed a new chairman, Brian Burn who ensured its survival.

The club survived a relegation scare and since then has gone from strength to strength. In 2012-13, the club

reached two cup semi-finals. A depleted side lost in the Durham Challenge Cup to Spennymoor Town. The match brought an end to the playing career of midfielder Chris Hughes after he suffered a knee injury. And there was more heartbreak as the side narrowly missed a dream day out at Wembley after losing their two-legged FA Vase semi-final to a late extratime goal in the second leg at home.

In season 2013-14, the management team further strengthened the playing squad, bring in several experienced players in a determination to bring silverware back to Dean Street for the first time.

The investment paid off with the club narrowly missing out on the league title, remaining competitive until the final weeks of the season. But the club were able to avenge the semifinal defeat of the previous season when they faced Spennymoor Town in the final of the Durham Challenge Cup. On an historic Good Friday, Shildon striker, Billy Greulich-Smith added a new chapter to the club’s history books with two late goals – the winner in added time at the end of the 90 minutes – to overcome their local rivals by two goals to one. After missing out on the Northern League Championship in the 2014-15 season by one point, the team re-grouped and won the Northern League Cup and became Champions of the Northern League the following season.

Following the sudden departure of the Management Team, Chairman David Dent appointed Daniel Moore in January 2017 and Moore guided us to 3rd position in the League and a Durham Challenge Cup Semi- Final.

The first piece of silverware came at the start of the 2018/19 season with a 4-1 Penalty victory against Dunston UTS. During this season, Daniel Moore guided us to another top 6 finish and the season finished as it started with silverware coming back to Dean Street after the Club defeated South Shields 1-0 in the final of the Durham Challenge Cup held at the Stadium of Light.

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Chay Liddle (Midfielder) Signed from Marske in 19, is a defensive midfielder who reads the game. Played a key part in their title-winning campaign of 17/18.

Previous clubs are Spennymoor Town & Guisborough Town.

Ben Trotter (Midfielder)

SHILDON FIRST TEAM SQUAD Shaun Newbrook (Goalkeeper)

Jordan Lavery (Defender)

.Previously at Jarrow Roofing and

Jordan is a strong tackling left sided player and a good passer of the ball, previously with Sunderland RCA & Consett.

Seaham Red Star. Also played for Hebburn in the Northern Alliance.

Made penalty saves in the 2018 Cleator Cup final penalty shoot out.

Matthew Bateman (Goalkeeper)

.17 year old who plays for our partner Club Bishop Juniors and our Reserve Team Goalkeeper in the Wearside League.

Dominic Curl (Defender) Left back/centre half signed from the successful Shildon AFC Under 18’s at the beginning of the 17/18 Season. Player of the Season 17/18.

Has already played over 100 games in the Northern League.

Aidan Heywood (Defender) Signed in July 2018 from Team Northumbria. Versatile defender who can play anywhere along the back line. Was 2018/19 Directors Player of The Year

David Palmer (Defender) Signed from Seaham Red Star in Oct 18. He can play centre or right midfield. Has scored over 50 goals in 100 games for Seaham Red Star.

Formerly of South Shields, Bishop Auckland and Jarrow Roofing.

Shildon Lad signed from local neighbours Newton Aycliffe. Ben adds energy into the midfield with his non stop running.

Brandon Malaburn (Midfielder)

Signed in August 2019 from Boro Rangers. Scored his first goal in the Northern League Cup v Tow Law Town

David Palmer (Midfielder)

Signed from Whitby Town at the beginning of the 2020/21 Season.

Imposing Centre Half previously at Stranraer, Gretna, Spennymoor.

Signed from Seaham in October 18.

David is a quality footballer who can play centre or right midfield and has scored over 50 goals for Seaham Red Star. Former Clubs include South Shields, Bishop Auckland and Jarrow Roofing.

Jack Vaulks (Defender)

Kurt Matthewa (Midfielder)

Previously played for Esh Winning and has represented Durham County Under 18’s. A calm defender who gives confidence to the defenders around him.

Signed at the beginning of the 2019/20 Season. Kurt who can play on either wing or as a central striker has spent the last 2 seasons at Newton Aycliffe. As a schoolboy he also played at Leeds United

Alex White (Defender)

Jack Naylor (Defender) Signed at the beginning of the 2019/20 season after impressing in the pre- season fixtures. Previously with Hartlepool United.

Matty Robson (Midfielder) Matty Robson or ‘Robbo’ is a familiar face in the Shildon line up as a defender/midfielder. Formerly of Hartlepool, he also featured for Gateshead and Carlisle United.

Danny Craggs (Midfielder) Goalscoring midfielder who was Signed in July 2019 from Consett.

Dead Ball specialist. Now a coach at the club.

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Joe Posthill (Forward) Signed from Thornaby at the beginning of 2020. Made his debut in the 5-1 victory away to Billingham Town. Tricky winger with lightening pace.

Billy Greulich-Smith (Forward)

One of the hardest working forwards in the game, Billy was top scorer in the 2015/16 Season and was also voted The Northern League ‘Player of The Year 2015/16’. One of the best and most dangerous forwards in the league in the air. Top Scorer for the club for the last 2 Seasons.

Dean Thezton (Forward)

Michael Sweet (Forward)

Signed from Newton Aycliffe in January 2020. Previously with South Shields & Willington.

Prolific striker at this level. Signed in February 2020 on loan until the end of the season from Blyth Spartans, move mad permanent at the beginning of the 20/21 Season.

Top Scorers

Attendances

League Table

B Greulich-Smith - Striker - 3

V Stockton Town (a) - 300

1 Hebburn Town (W4 D0 L0)

Aidan Haywood - Defender - 1

V West Auckland Town (h) - 300

2 North Shields (W3 D1 L0)

Chay Liddle - Midfielder - 1

V Hebburn Town (a) - 300

3 SHILDON (W2 D1 L0)

Dean Thexton - Striker - 1

V Northallerton Town (h) - 202

4 Whickham (W2 D1 L2)

Ben Trotter - Midfielder - 1

V Newton Aycliffe (a) - 181

5 Northallerton Town (W2 D1 L1)

17/18

18/19

19/20

3RD

6TH

2ND

League Div One

League Div One

League Div One

Ebac Northern

Ebac Northern

Ebac Northern

Daniel Moore (Manager) Mark Hudson (Assistant)

Carl Morris (Coach)

Adam Summerbell (Physio)

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FIRSTS & LASTS Jamie Clark First car that you owned: N/A

First football shirt you owned: 2004 Newcastle shirt

First footballer you idolised?

Shearer

First pair of football boots you owned: Nike t90

First thing you do when you get home from a game/training: Shower

Last thing you watched on TV: Footloose

Last thing you bought: 20 Nuggets

Last football game you went to as a spectator: North Shields vs AFC Fylde

Last teammate you want to be stuck in a lift with: Rhys Williams

Last time you cried with laughter: Before the Jarrow game

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NORTH SHIELDS FIXTUR Results

Att

1

2

3

4

5

6

01/09/20

MARSKE UNITED (a) FA Cup EPR

0-3

251

Purvis

Cartwright

McDonald

Hall

Myers

New

05/09/20

NEWTON AYCLIFFE (h)

0-0

300

Purvis

Cassidy

McDonald

Ormston

New

Bexton

12/09/20

SEAHAM RED STAR (a)

3-1

152

Purvis

Cassidy

McDonald

Ormston

New

16/09/20

BILLINGHAM TOWN (h)

4-1

270

Purvis

Cartwright

McDonald

Hall

Myers

19/09/20

TOW LAW TOWN (h) FA Vase FQR

3-0

268

Purvis

Cassidy

McDonald

Ormston

New

Bexton

23/09/20

GUISBOROUGH TOWN (a)

4-2

187

Purvis

Cartwright

McDonald

Hall

Myers

Bexton

26/09/20

SHILDON AFC (h)

30/09/20

HEBBURN TOWN (h)

03/10/20

WEST AUCKLAND TOWN (a)

07/10/20

NORTHALLERTON TOWN (a)

10/10/20

NORTHALLERTON TOWN (h) FA Vase

17/10/20

RYHOPE CW (a)

24/10/20

BISHOP AUCKLAND (a)

28/10/20

WHICKHAM (h)

31/10/20

STOCKTON TOWN (a)

03/11/20

WHITLEY BAY (a)

07/11/20

THORNABY (h)

14/11/20

CONSETT (h)

21/11/20

PENRITH (a)

28/11/20

ASHINGTON (h)

05/12/20

SUNDERLAND RCA (a)

12/12/20

NEWCASTLE BENFIELD (a)

19/12/20

WHITLEY BAY (h)

26/12/20

RYHOPE CW (h)

02/01/21

BISHOP AUCKLAND (h)

09/01/21

BILLINGHAM TOWN (a)

16/01/21

GUISBOROUGH TOWN (h)

23/01/21

HEBBURN TOWN (a)

30/01/21

NORTHALLERTON TOWN (h)

06/02/21

CONSETT AFC (a)

13/02/21

SEAHAM RED STAR (h)

20/02/21

SHILDON AFC (a)

27/02/21

WEST AUCKLAND TOWN (h)

06/03/21

WHICKHAM (a)

13/03/21

NEWTON AYCLIFFE (a)

20/03/21

STOCKTON TOWN (h)

27/03/21

THORNABY (a)

03/04/21

PENRITH (h)

10/04/21

ASHINGTON (a)

17/04/21

SUNDERLAND RCA (h)

24/04/21

NEWCASTLE BENFIELD (h)

Date

Match

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Bexton

Bexton

RES & RESULTS 2020/21 7

8

9

10

11

Used Subs

Patton

Ormston

Wilson

Carr (c)

P Robinson

D Robinson

n

Cunningham

D Robinson

Wilson

Carr (c)

Smith

n

Cunningham

Forster (c)

Wilson 3

D Robinson

Smith

n1

Spooner 1

Forster (c)

Wilson 1

D. Robinson

n

Cunningham

Forster (c)

Wilson 2

D. Robinson

n

Cunningham 1

Forster (c)

Wilson 1

D. Robinson

Ref Mr M East

Cunningham

Smith

Bainbridge

Cartwright

Spooner

Mr A Clark

Shepherd

P Robinson

Spooner

Mr D Burrows

Shepherd

Smith

Cunningham

Christie

Mr A Nichol

Smith

Clark

P. Robinson

Spooner

Mr E Culling

Shepherd

Carr 1

Smith 1

Ormston

Mr C Ellis

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DIVISION ONE TABLE 2020/2021 CLUB NAME

P

W

D

L

GF

GA

GD

PTS

1

Hebburn Town

4

4

0

0

12

1

+11

12

2

North Shields

4

3

1

0

11

4

+7

10

3

Shildon

4

2

1

1

9

3

+6

7

4

Whickham

5

2

1

2

6

5

+1

7

5

Northallerton Town

4

2

1

1

2

3

-1

7

6

Consett

2

2

0

0

9

4

+5

6

7

Thornaby

3

2

0

1

5

4

+1

6

8

Newcastle Benfield

4

2

0

2

7

7

0

6

9

Stockton Town

4

1

2

1

6

4

+2

5

10

Newton Aycliffe

3

1

2

0

4

3

+1

5

11

4

2

+2

4

Recent Results Wednesday 23 September 2020 Penrith 0 Ashington 2 Guisborough Town 2 North Shields 4

Tuesday 22 September 2020 Hebburn Town 2 Whickham 1 West Auckland Town 0 Runcorn Linnets 0 (2-3 Pens) Consett 1 Stockton Town 0 Stalybridge Celtic 3 Bishop Auckland 0 Whitley Bay 3 Witton Albion 2 Sunderland RCA 0 Prescot Cables 4

Saturday 19 September 2020

Ryhope CW

2

1

1

0

12

Sunderland RCA

2

1

1

0

2

1

+1

4

13

Guisborough Town

4

1

1

2

10

10

0

4

14

Whitley Bay

1

1

0

0

2

1

+1

3

15

Ashington

4

1

0

3

5

8

-3

3

16

Penrith

3

1

0

2

3

6

-3

3

17

Seaham Red Star

5

0

2

3

3

13

-10

2

18

West Auckland Town

4

0

1

3

2

15

-13

1

19

Bishop Auckland

3

0

0

3

1

4

-3

0

20

Billingham Town

3

0

0

3

2

7

-5

0

Willington 0 Whickham 4 Newton Aycliffe 4 Barnoldswick Town 0 Guisborough Town 3 Washington 0 Whitley Bay 1 Newcastle University 4 Bishop Auckland 1 Billingham Synthonia 5 Ryton & Crawcrook Albion 2 Ashington 4 West Allotment Celtic 3 Penrith 3 (6-7 Pens) Shildon 2 Chester-le-Street Town 1 Northallerton Town 2 Billingham Town 0 North Shields 3 Tow Law Town 0 Stockton Town 1 West Auckland Town 1 Consett 3 Newcastle Benfield 2 Seaham Red Star 0 Hebburn Town 4

Wednesday 16 September 2020 Bishop Auckland 1 Whitley Bay 2 Penrith 1 Ryhope CW 3 North Shields 4 Billingham Town 1 Whickham 3 Guisborough Town 1

Tuesday 15 September 2020 Newton Aycliffe 3 Newcastle Benfield 2 Ashington 2 Thornaby 3 Hebburn Town 4 West Auckland Town 0 Seaham Red Star 2 Consett 6 Shildon 3 Northallerton Town 0 Sunderland RCA 1 Stockton Town 0

Saturday 12 September 2020 Frickley Athletic 3 Newcastle Benfield 1 Consett 2 Ossett United 2 (5-4 Pens)

DIV ONE TOP WEEKLY ATTENDANCES GAME

ATTENDANCE

GOALSCORERS

Stalybridge Celtic 3 Bishop Auckland 0

332

Michael Burke (SC) Harry Freedman (SC) Lewis Salmon (SC)

Consett 1 Stockton Town 0

300

Luke Carr (CS)

Whitley Bay 3 Witton Albion 2

253

Jamie Dunn x2 (WB) Lewis Orrell (WB) Will Jones (WA) Josh Wardle (WA)

Hebburn Town 2 Whickham 1

224

Michael McKeown (HT) Olly Martin (HT) Zak Atkinson (W)

Sunderland RCA 0 Prescot Cables 4

207

Michael Monaghan (PC) Matthew Cornes (PC) Louis White (PC) Matty Hamilton (PC)

West Auckland Town 0 Runcorn Linnets 0

194

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DIVISION TWO TABLE 2020/2021 Recent Results

CLUB NAME

P

W

D

L

GF

GA

GD

PTS

1

Easington Colliery

4

4

0

0

13

6

+7

12

2

Bedlington Terriers

4

4

0

0

10

4

+6

12

3

Crook Town

4

3

0

1

12

3

+9

9

4

Willington

4

3

0

1

10

7

+3

9

5

Redcar Athletic

5

2

2

1

8

7

+1

8

6

Carlisle City

5

2

2

1

7

9

-2

8

Tow Law Town 1 Easington Colliery 3 Carlisle City 2 Chester-le-Street Town 0 West Allotment Celtic 0 Hyde United 5

7

Newcastle University

4

2

1

1

5

4

+1

7

Saturday 19 September 2020

8

Sunderland West End

4

2

1

1

6

6

0

7

9

Birtley Town

5

2

1

2

7

9

-2

7

10

Billingham Synthonia

5

2

0

3

12

6

+6

6

11

-4

6

Wednesday 23 September 2020 Willington 3 Brandon United 1 Ryton & Crawcrook Albion 1 Sunderland West End 2 Jarrow 1 Bedlington Terriers 4 Crook Town 5 Durham City 1 Billingham Synthonia 5 Esh Winning 0 Redcar Athletic 4 Birtley Town 1

Tuesday 22 September 2020

Willington 0 Whickham 4 Birtley Town 1 Squires Gate 1 (4-1 Pens) Carlisle City 3 Nelson 5 Steeton 2 Jarrow 2 (8-9 Pens) Guisborough Town 3 Washington 0 Whitley Bay 1 Newcastle University 4 Bishop Auckland 1 Billingham Synthonia 5 Ryton & Crawcrook Albion 2 Ashington 4 Garforth Town 5 Sunderland West End 1 West Allotment Celtic 3 Penrith 3 (6-7 Pens) Shildon 2 Chester-le-Street Town 1 Crook Town 1 Albion Sports 0 Bedlington Terriers 1 Heaton Stannington 2 North Shields 3 Tow Law Town 0

Tow Law Town

5

2

0

3

5

9

12

Esh Winning

5

2

0

3

5

10

-5

6

13

Heaton Stannington

4

1

2

1

6

5

+1

5

14

Ryton & Crawcrook Albion

5

1

1

3

5

6

-1

4

15

Jarrow

5

1

1

3

6

11

-5

4

Thursday 17 September 2020

16

Brandon United

3

1

0

2

6

6

0

3

Easington Colliery 5 Jarrow 2 Esh Winning 1 Ryton & Crawcrook Albion 0

17

Washington

2

0

2

0

3

3

0

2

18

West Allotment Celtic

2

0

1

1

0

3

-3

1

19

Chester-le-Street Town

2

0

0

2

3

6

-3

0

20

Durham City

5

0

0

5

9

18

-9

0

Friday 18 September 2020 Durham City 0 Thackley 4

Wednesday 16 September 2020 Birtley Town 0 Tow Law Town 1 Redcar Athletic 2 Sunderland West End 2 Heaton Stannington 2 Billingham Synthonia 0 West Allotment Celtic 0 Crook Town 3 Carlisle City 2 Washington 2

DIV TWO TOP WEEKLY ATTENDANCES GAME

ATTENDANCE

GOALSCORERS

Crook Town 5 Durham City 1

158

Jamie Tumilty (CT) Tom Gavin (CT) Daniel Kent x2 (CT) Joe Hillerby (CT) Harry Stansfield (DC)

Redcar Athletic 4 Birtley Town 1

152

Adam Preston (RA) Joe Bennett (RA) Jordan Rivis (RA) Isaac Walker (RA) Joseph Barwick (BT)

West Allotment Celtic 0 Hyde United 5

145

Paddy Lane (HU) Liam Tongue x2 (HU) Kingsley James (HU) Dean Walker O.G. (HU)

Willington 3 Brandon United 1

118

Ashley Davis x2 (W) Lewis Martin (W) Dale Milburn (BU)

Carlisle City 2 Chester-le-Street Town 0

104

Robert McCartney x2 (CC)

90

Lee Richardson (RACA) Chris Tarn (SWS) Kieron Martin (SWS)

Ryton & Crawcrook Albion 1 Sunderland West End 2

TOP GOAL SCORERS 2020/2021 Division One

Division Two

NAME

CLUB

GOALS

NAME

CLUB

GOALS

Graeme Armstrong

Hebburn Town

8

Robert McCartney

Carlisle City

6

Dan Wilson

North Shields

7

Niza Chilufya

Newcastle University

5

Jamie Dunn

Whitley Bay

5

Kurtis Howes

Billingham Synthonia

5

Dean Briggs

Ashington

5

Daniel Kent

Crook Town

5

Scott Robson

Whickham

4

Ben Jackson

Billingham Synthonia

4

Craig Hutchinson

Bishop Auckland

4

D’Andre Wainwright

Durham City

4

Dale Mulligan

Stockton Town

4

Lewis Martin

Willington

4

Paul Brayson

Newcastle Benfield

4

Lee Bythway

Redcar Athletic

3

Sonni Coleman

Guisborough Town

4

Christian Holliday

Crook Town

3

Jordan Blinco

West Auckland Town

4

Kyle Middleton

Easington Colliery

3

Bradley Hird

Ryhope CW

3

Kai Hewitson

Brandon United

3

Dale Hopson

Thornaby

3

Jack Pounder

Easington Colliery

3

Div One Top ‘Keepers

Div Two Top ‘Keepers

NAME

CLUB

CLEAN SHEETS

NAME

CLUB

CLEAN SHEETS

Tom Dawson

Northallerton Town

4

Ronan Makepeace

Crook Town

3

Mark Foden

Hebburn Town

3

Finlay Hodgson

West Allotment Celtic

2

Greg Purvis

North Shields

2

Callum Corkhill

Bedlington Terriers

1

Nick Liversedge

Bishop Auckland

2

Jak Wells

Jarrow

1

Robert Dean

Sunderland RCA

2

Neal Bussey

Sunderland West End

1

Div One Red Cards

Div Two Red Cards

NAME

CLUB

RED CARDS

NAME

CLUB

RED CARDS

John Howard

Northallerton Town

2

Niall McGoldrick

Easington Colliery

1

Andrew Shepherd

Northallerton Town

2

Dean Imray

Heaton Stannington

1

Jack Cooper

Newcastle Benfield

1

Maurice Kone

Durham City

1

Mark Waite

Seaham Red Star

1

Ehizojie Oifoh

Newcastle University

1

Oliver Martin

Hebburn Town

1

Michael Trodd

West Allotment Celtic

1

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NSFC PLAYER STATS 2020/2021 PLAYER NAMES

LEAGUE APPS

LEAGUE GOALS

CUP APPS

CUP GOALS

SUB APPS

CAREER APPS

CAREER GOALS

GREG PURVIS

5

-

1

-

-

73

0

BRADLEY SKIRPAN

-

-

-

-

-

2

-

TOM BEXTON

5

1

-

-

-

5

1

WAYNE BUCHANAN

-

-

-

-

-

25

1

ANDREW CARTWRIGHT

2

-

1

-

1

4

-

NICK CASSIDY

3

-

-

-

-

37

1

ROBBIE CHRISTIE

-

-

-

-

1

1

0

JACK DONNISON

-

-

-

-

-

230

5

CHRIS MCDONALD

5

-

1

-

-

45

1

ANTH MYERS

2

-

1

-

-

3

-

PAUL NEW

3

-

1

-

-

41

1

RHYS WILLIAMS

-

-

-

-

-

18

-

RYAN CARR

1

1

1

-

1

225

67

JAMIE CLARK

-

-

-

-

1

3

-

CAM CUNNINGHAM

4

1

-

-

2

51

11

ADAM FORSTER

4

-

-

-

-

257

12

DAVID HALL

2

-

1

-

-

33

-

GARY ORMSTON

3

-

1

-

1

211

18

DAVID ROBINSON

4

-

-

-

1

5

-

PAUL ROBINSON

-

-

1

-

2

106

15

CRAIG SPOONER

1

1

-

-

3

39

6

PAUL VAN-ZANDVLIET

-

-

-

-

-

16

2

GARETH BAINBRIDGE

-

-

-

-

1

244

164

KYLE PATTON

-

-

1

-

-

36

23

COLEBY SHEPHERD

1

-

-

-

1

2

0

CALLUM SMITH

3

1

-

-

3

20

5

DAN WILSON

5

5

1

2

-

124

35

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WEST AUCKLAND TOWN Saturday 3rd October Kick-Off 3pm Ebac Northern League Div One

Ground Info Wanted Stadium, Darlington Road, West Auckland, County Durham.

DL14 9AQ

By Car

Get on A19 in Wallsend from Waterville Rd and A193. Continue on A19. Take Leam Ln/A194, A194 (M), A1(M) and A688 to Oakley Manor in West Auckland. Turn left onto Oakley Manor and drive the rest of the way to the ground.

By Train

By Bus

Get the metro from Meadow Well/North Shields to St James, changing at Monument to the green line to Central Station. Take the LNER service to London Kings Cross, before getting off at Darlington. Change to a Northern Rail service to Bishop Auckland. Walk to Newgate Street-Medical Centre and walk to the ground.

Walk to Waterville Road-Silkeys Lane and take the 310 Cobalt & Coast bus to Newcastle upon Tyne. Get off at Haymarket, walk to Eldon Square, and take the X21 bus to West Auckland.

Get off at the club and walk to the ground.

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North Shields

Shildon AFC

Manager: Marc Nash

Manager: Daniel Moore

Greg Purvis

Shaun Newbrook

Bradley Skirpan

Matthew Bateman

Tom Bexton

Aidan Heywood

Wayne Buchanan

Alex White

Andrew Cartwright

Dominic Curl

Nick Cassidy

Billy Greulich-Smith

Chris McDonald

Ben Trotter

Anth Myers

David Palmer

Paul New

Brandon Mallaburn

Ryan Carr

Chay Liddle

Robbie Christie Jamie Clark Cam Cunningham

Danny Craggs

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Jordan Lavery Kurt Matthews

Adam Forster

Jack Naylor

David Hall

Michael Sweet

Gary Ormston

Dean Thexton

David Robinson

Matty Robson

Paul Robinson Craig Spooner Paul Van-Zandvliet Gareth Bainbridge Kyle Patton Coleby Shepherd Callum Smith Dan Wilson

Referee: Christopher Ellis I Assistant Referees: Thomas Bainbridge & Matthew Carroll

Newcastle Benfield v Ryhope CW North Shields v Shildon Penrith v Guisborough Town Stockton Town v Northallerton Town Sunderland RCA v Whitley Bay Whickham v West Auckland Town Thornaby v Newton Aycliffe Hebburn Town v Consett

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Today’s Games

Ashington v Billingham Town Bishop Auckland v Seaham Red Star

Wednesday 30 September (7:30pm) Ebac Northern League Division One West Auckland Town (a) Saturday 03 October (3pm) Ebac Northern League Division One