Blyth Spartans AFC is saddened to hear of the passing of former player Stephen Raffell, aged 51.
Nicknamed Raffa, the defender made 178 appearances for his hometown club between 1994 and 1997 after a career with Doncaster Rovers and Boston United.
To celebrate the life of Stephen and to remember him, a minute’s applause will take place prior to our game with Southport at Croft Park on Saturday (December 10th).
Everyone at the club sends its’ sincere condolences to his family and friends.