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Simon Heslop is relishing the challenge of becoming Blyth Spartans’ new club captain. Manager Michael Nelson has chosen Heslop as the man to lead Blyth into the new season, which gets underway this afternoon at Whitley Bay in the FA Cup. He takes over from club legend Robbie Dale, who retired this week having appeared 680 times and scored 212 goals. Heslop has tasted his own success as a captain…
Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce Simon Heslop as our new club captain. The experienced midfielder is no stranger to the armband having memorably captained hometown club York City to FA Trophy glory in 2017. Heslop’s appointment signals a new dawn for Blyth following the retirement of club legend Robbie Dale. The 33-year-old said: “We’ve all worked hard in pre-season and are ready now for the first game. “We’ve…
BY Liam O’Brien In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant FA Youth Cup First Round Qualifying Friday October 2, 2020 BLTYH SPARTANS 0-4 MORPETH TOWN Michael Nelson’s Blyth Spartans went crashing out of the FA Youth Cup as Morpeth Town came out 4-0 at Croft Park. Campion Brewis opened the scoring in the 29th minute before Nathan Best doubled the visitors’ tally, nine minutes later. Morpeth added…
BY Liam O’Brien Blyth Spartans take on Whitley Bay in the FA Cup Second Qualifying Round this Saturday as Michael Nelson’s squad get their competitive season underway. Following seven months without competitive action, Nelson’s men face two games in three days – beginning with the small matter of an FA Cup occasion. The clash at Hillheads brings some extra added spice with the two clubs less than seven miles apart…
Blyth Spartans AFC is pleased to announce the signing of Kurt Russell following a successful trial period. The 20-year-old winger impressed manager Michael Nelson and supporters to earn himself a contract at Croft Park. Russell began his career in Newcastle United’s academy before moving abroad to join Croatian side NK Novigrad in 2018. Following one-year away, Russell returned to England and the North East, initially linking up with Northern League…
Blyth Spartans AFC is pleased to announce a live stream will be in operation for this Saturday’s FA Cup Second Round Qualifying clash at Whitley Bay. Michael Nelson’s men kickstart their 2019/20 campaign this weekend in a local derby at Hillheads (3PM KO) in front of a restricted crowd of 150 – and no visiting supporters. However, those unable to attend have the opportunity to tune in from the comfort…
It is with an extremely heavy heart that Blyth Spartans AFC confirm the retirement of Robbie Dale after 17 consecutive seasons at the club. Robbie hangs up his boots aged 36 as Blyth’s all-time record appearance holder with 680 and ranks second behind Brian Slane in the goalscoring charts with 212. It goes without saying he has achieved legendary status at Croft Park and stands as the greatest ever player…
BY Kieran Carr In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant Pre-season friendly Tuesday, September 29, 2020 SPENNYMOOR TOWN 4-2 BLYTH SPARTANS Blyth Spartans ended their pre-season campaign with a 4-2 defeat at Spennymoor Town in a behind closed doors friendly at The Brewery Field. Michael Nelson fielded a strong starting XI in the first-half, in which the score was level at 2-2, before changes were made after…
Our club store will open on Wednesday evening (September 30) – fully restocked with 2020/21 home and away replica kits! The Supporters Club will open the shop from 6:30pm to 8:30pm and on Saturday (October 3) between 11pm and 1pm. If you’re unable to attend in person, our online shop will be fully up to date with the latest availability on Wednesday evening. https://bsosc.myshopify.com/ Shirt sales were extremely popular when…
Michael Nelson says Blyth Spartans will return to training on Tuesday ahead of the season opener at Whitley Bay. Spartans travel to Hillheads next Saturday in the Second Round Qualifying before facing Guiseley in National League North, three days later. Blyth players, staff and officials have been in self-isolation since last Friday after a person tested positive for coronavirus – bringing a premature end to the club’s four-game pre-season. The initial understanding was…