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Blyth Spartans 2 Ilkeston Town 0 (Match Report)

Saturday 12th December FA Trophy 1st Round Proper Attendance – 419 Blyth Spartans – Jack Norton, Darren Craddock, John Brackstone, Michael Tait, Gareth Williams, Rikki Bains, Mark Doninger (sub Chris McCabe 77 mins), Stephen Turnbull, Paul Brayson, Ian Graham (sub Robert Dale 78 mins), Josh Gillies (sub James Marwood 69 mins). Subs Not Used – John Alexander & Mark Bell. Ilkeston – Dan Lowson, Aaron Mitchell, Rory Prendergast (sub Jermaine…

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Blyth Spartans 2 Ilkeston Town 0 (Match Reaction)

ONE North East, the northeast’s regional development agency, uses the strap line ‘Passionate People, Passionate Places’ to promote the region. It is now a phrase which is becoming increasingly applicable to Mick Tait’s Blyth Spartans. The manager explained “What really pleased me about our 2-0 FA Trophy win over Ilkeston at the weekend was the way everyone is pulling in the same direction, playing with a great determination to win…

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Mark Doninger – Derby Trial Update

Blyth Spartans’ midfielder Mark Doninger was a trialist for Derby County reserves today as they took on West Bromwich Albion at Alfreton Town’s Impact Arena. Derby ran out 2-1 winners, with Mark playing the whole 90 minutes, as well as opening the scoring for Derby on 21 minutes with a diving header. More information can be found here: – Derby County match report

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Stafford Rangers 1 Blyth Spartans 1 (Match Reaction)

Blyth manager Mick Tait was disappointed at only taking a point in his side’s away game at Stafford Rangers on Saturday. “Despite the 1-1 scoreline I’m not happy” he said. “Although we were the better side and had numerous chances it’s two points thrown away. We should have had the game won and out of sight with the opportunities we had in both halves.” Tait was pleased with Blyth’s goal…

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Stafford Rangers 1 Blyth Spartans 1 (Alternative Match Report)

An alternative match report by David Grice who is at Staffordshire University studying Sports Journalism. Mick Tait’s Spartans continue their poor away form as they remain without a win away from Croft Park since 29th August as they draw 1-1 against Stafford Rangers at a wet Marston Road. A spectacular pass from captain Gareth Williams split the Rangers defence to give Ian Graham plenty of time to slot the ball…

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Player News – Boyle and Doninger

Manager Mick Tait has confirmed the latest news regarding two Spartans players Kenny Boyle Kenny didn’t travel with the squad to Stafford Rangers yesterday and has been allowed to join Northern League side Dunston UTS in order to get some match fitness, this is due to Kenny missing the last few games through suspension. Mark Doninger Mark will play for Derby County reserves this Wednesday against West Bromwich Albion (kick…

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Stafford Rangers 1 Blyth Spartans 1 (Match Report)

Saturday 5th December Blue Square North Attendance – 483 Blyth Spartans – Jack Norton, Stephen Harrison (sub Darren Craddock), John Brackstone, Michael Tait, Gareth Williams, Rikki Bains, Mark Doninger, Stephen Turnbull, Paul Brayson, Ian Graham, Alex Francis. Subs not used – Josh Gillies, James Marwood, John Alexander and Mark Bell. Stafford Rangers – Lee Evans, Ashley Wooliscroft, Jon Patrick (Scott Lycett), Tom Thorley, Bobby Wilson, Curtley Williams, Fabrice Kasiama, Tony…

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Stafford Rangers 1 Blyth Spartans 1 (Merit Marks)

Detailed below are the marks for the Stafford Rangers v Blyth Spartans match played on Saturday 5th December 2009. The merit marks were awarded by Colin Baxter. Team 1. Jack Norton – 9/10 (Star Man) 2. Stephen Harrison – 7/10 3. John Brackstone – 6/10 4. Michael Tait – 7/10 5. Gareth Williams – 8/10 6. Rikki Bains – 6/10 7. Mark Doninger – 6/10 8. Stephen Turnbull – 7/10…

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