The club was delighted to welcome Sponsors to the FA Cup with Gateshead, the game being played on Saturday 12 November 2011. Should you wish to get involved in sponsoring the Spartans – Wether it be as a match sponsor, match ball sponsor or something else – please contact the club’s General Manager Ian Evans via the following methods: – t: 01670 352373 e: generalmanager@blythspartans.com Quantum Elite Fergy Space HiQ…
Supporters’ Club Donation
Prior to Saturday’s FA Cup game, Dave Charlton of Blyth Spartans Supporters Club (pictured left) was on hand to present Kevin Scott with a cheque for £2,000. This money was raised by the Supporters Club through the selling of programmes, merchandise, etc. Well done and thank you to the Supporters Club and to the SpartansFans whose purchases have raised the money!
Spartans Loan Robert Briggs
Blyth Spartans can announce the signing of central midfield player Robert Briggs from Gateshead on a month’s loan. The 19-year-old is the captain of their reserve team and was a key member of the side that won the Durham County Cup last season. He was an unused substitute for Gateshead in Saturday’s FA Cup game against Blyth. Part of the deal will see Gateshead allow Briggs to play for Blyth…
IMPORTANT – URGENT HELP REQUIRED
The Club asks if any supporters/volunteers can help clearing up litter in ground in preparation for tomorrows match against Vauxhall Motors, could they report to Ian Evans at the main office, Port of Blyth Stand, at 10am tomorrow (Tuesday), it should only take 1 – 2 hours, your help would be greatly appreciated.
FA Cup with Budweiser Player of the Round Voting
Cast your votes for the Budweiser Man of the Match at www.facebook.com/BudweiserUK. This is available to over 18’s and UK residents only. Terms & Conditions apply and can be found on the Budweiser FA Cup Hub at www.facebook.com/BudweiserUK
Blyth Spartans 0 Gateshead 2 (Match Reaction)
Blyth Spartans went down 2-0 to north east rivals Gateshead in the 1st Round proper of the FA Cup on Saturday. The Spartans put in a spirited showing, especially in the second half, but were beaten by the better side. “Obviously I’m disappointed,” said Blyth manager Steve Cuggy. “It didn’t turn out to be the rip-roaring cup tie it might have been. Our game plan was to hold on as…
Blyth Spartans 0 Gateshead 2 (Merit Marks)
Detailed below are the marks for the Blyth Spartans V Gateshead FA cup match played on Saturday November 12th 2011. The merit marks were awarded by Andrew Dodds. Team 1. David Knight – 8/10 2. Richie Slaughter – 7/10 3. Phil Cave – 6/10 4. Wayne Phillips – 6/10 5. Dan Groves – 6/10 6. Greg Pearson – 8/10 7. Lee Mason – 6/10 8. Neal Hooks – 6/10 9….
Blyth Spartans 0 Gateshead 2 (Match Report)
It was a case of déjà vu for supporters of Blyth Spartans at Croft Park on Saturday as they watched their side crash out of the FA cup 1st round at the hands of Gateshead – who defeated their local rivals by the same 2-0 score-line to progress through to the semi finals of the FA Trophy in February. Spartans were once again outclassed and just like last season’s meeting…
Blyth Spartans 0 Gateshead 2 (Further Photos)
A photo gallery supplied by Milton Stonebank showing images from the FA Cup clash between Blyth Spartans and Gateshead played on 12 November 2011. To view more of Milton’s work please view the following link
Offiong leaves the Spartans
Blyth Spartans have parted company with striker Richard Offiong. Spartans’ manager Steve Cuggy said: “I have four forwards at the club now and I can’t guarantee Richard a game. Jamie Mole is a class act and Graeme Armstrong is a proven striker, then we have Glen Taylor coming on well. Richard needs matches under his belt. His attitude has been good and he showed a lot of restraint following the…