Following a couple of pitch inspections, tonight’s game at Stalybridge Celtic is ON. Team News and Score Updates will appear on the right hand side of the home page from 7pm
Spartans sign Guy Bates
Blyth Spartans can announce the signing of former Newcastle United striker Guy Bates from Drogheda United. Bates, 24, is a tall, powerful striker who has played in Australia (Newcastle Jets), Belgium (K.V. Oostende and R.A.A. Louviéroise) and the Republic of Ireland (Drogheda United), he also has English football league experience with Darlington, since being released by Newcastle in 2005. He is best remembered by Drogheda United fans for scoring the…
Anth Lowther’s Funeral Arrangements
The Club has just been advised that Anth’s funeral will take place this coming Thursday the 4th of February 10 AM at St Bernadette’s Church, Wallsend. The church is situated opposite the Powder Monkey public house.
Supporters Club Meeting Minutes (Jan 2010)
Date/Time: 16 January 2010 @ 12.30 Present: Jeff Young, Anthony Seghini, Deborah Wall, Martin Hunter, Bobby Bell, Derek Birdsey, Scott Dewhurst, Dave Wall, Brian Bell and Gillian Wall Apologies: Derek Birdsey, David Charlton, Brian Davison and Andrew Westgarth Matters Arising: The condition of the roof was mentioned to the EC, this will be followed up to the council. Correspondence: Usual array of bills, orders and requests Shop: Online shop still…
Blyth Spartans 4 Stalybridge Celtic 1 (More Photos)
A photo gallery supplied by Milton Stonebank showing images from the Blue Square North clash between Blyth Spartans and Stalybridge Celtic played on 26 January 2010. (Please contact Milton should you wish to use any of the images contained within this post) To see more of Milton’s photographs please click here
Winter Spartans Wonderland
A few images to illustrate the extent of the snow covering at Croft Park this morning which caused the postponement of the Blyth Spartans v Gainsborough Trinity game this afternoon. (Above) the view to the Port of Blyth Stand (Above) the view to the Plessey Road turnstile (Above) Tony Kennedy inspects the pitch…
Port of Blyth POTM – Jan 2010
PAUL BRAYSON – JANUARY 2010 In a month that has seen the best and worst of the Spartans, one positive constant has been the form of striker Paul Brayson. In the 5 games played in the month, Brassy managed an impressive 6 goals and his form has been such that he is now closing in on the leading scorer list for the Blue Square North. Well done Paul.
MATCH OFF !!!!
Todays game against Gainsborough has been called off due to 5″ of snow (drifts up to 18″) on the pitch, and the condition of the surrounding access areas/roads.
Anth Lowther – Picture Tribute
Anth Lowther (5 May 1976 – 28 January 2010) Gone but not forgotten
Match Details (30 Jan 2010)
Following yesterday’s tragic news of the passing of Anth Lowther, the club can confirm the following regarding tomorrow’s game with Gainsborough Trinity: – – Prior to the match, supporters, players and officials will be asked to participate in a minutes applause in memory of Anth – There will be a bucket collection held in the Social Club prior to the match, the proceeds will go to either Anth’s family or…