Aaron Cunningham is settling in well at Blyth Spartans and believes they deserved their point against Darlington based on how hard they worked. Cunningham, on loan from Hartlepool United until January, played his second consecutive 90 minutes in which the Quakers had two goals disallowed, hit the woodwork twice and directed a few chances inches past the post. However, after being under the cosh for virtually the full second-half, Cunningham…
Armstrong: “Last year we’d have lost this game”
Alun Armstrong praised his side’s work ethic and commitment after a ‘backs to the wall’ second half against Darlington FC in a 1-1 draw on Wednesday evening. Spartans took the lead through a Dan Maguire strike after five minutes, before Reece Styche equalised three minutes before the break. A second have deluge on the Spartans’ goal came to nothing – with Armstrong’s side coming away with a point. “A well…
Match Report | Spartans throw bodies on line to earn a point at Darlington
By Jordan Cronin In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant Vanarama National League North Wednesday, August 15 2018 Darlington 1-1 Blyth Spartans Blyth Spartans drew for only the third time this year – throwing their bodies on the line to deny Darlington a second-half winner and earn a point their commitment merited. There was perhaps an element of luck to Alun Armstrong’s side dogged performance as the…
Arrival | Spartans sign forward Andrei-Vasile Ardelean
After a trial with the club, forward Andrei-Vasile Ardelean has joined Blyth Spartans from Team Northumbria. The young forward has impressed Spartans’ boss Alun Armstrong in training, earning a deal with the National League North club. Andrei is available for selection for tonight’s match away at Darlington.
Match Preview | Darlington (A)
The Midweek fixture this week sees Alun Armstrong and the lads travel away to Blackwell Meadows to face fellow North Easterners Darlington. Darlington, who Like Blyth achieved their first win of the season last week- against Brackley Town, will be hoping to improve upon their relatively disappointing finish of 12th place last season. Spartans however, buoyed by their fantastic result this weekend, will travel away hoping to continue their goal…
Away Travel | York City vs Blyth Spartans
The Green Army have announced that they are running transport for the bank holiday trip to take on York City at Bootham Crescent. The details are as follows: Event: York City v Blyth Spartans Date: Monday 27th August Departure time from Blyth: 9:00am Departure point: The Wallaw Returning time: 5:00pm Cost: £15 Should you be interested in travelling away to support the Spartans, please email blythsgreenarmy@outlook.com or see Dan Rolls, Michael Soulsby,…
Darlington | Fan Information
A few notes regarding Wednesday’s trip to Darlington. The game at Blackwell Meadows will not be segregated and Blyth fans will enter via the home turnstiles at the east of the ground. Blyth fans will not have access to view the game from the East Stand (main home support stand). Blackwell Meadows is a no smoking/vaping ground.
Volunteers Required | Matchday Poster Distribution
Blyth Spartans are requesting volunteers to help spread the word about our wonderful club and promote matchday poster across Northumberland. We are looking to boost our exposure, and increase the crowds at Croft Park, allowing the club to progress on the field and support Alun Armstrong’s long-term ambitions for the side. The more people who are able to distribute posters to local business, community centre, post offices, bars and other…
Annual AGM Statement
At the Annual General Meeting of Blyth Spartans AFC Ltd and Blyth Spartans Social Club Ltd, which took place in the Social Club on Thursday 9th August, the following matters were resolved – The minutes of the previous year’s AGM were approved and accepted. The accounts for the year ending 31st May 2018 for both Blyth Spartans AFC Ltd and Blyth Spartans Social Club Ltd were approved and accepted. A…
Match Photos | Blyth Spartans 8 – 1 Chester
Local photographer Kris Hodgetts captured Blyth’s 8-1 battering of Chester on Saturday, The former National League team came into the game without conceding a goal this season but this result can hopefully kick start Alun’s team for the long season ahead after a couple of disappointing results. Below are a selection of the match photos. For the rest of the match photos please follow this link: https://khodgetts.wixsite.com/blyth-spartans-v-34