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Fan information | Gateshead (A)

23rd December 2019

Blyth Spartans supporters planning on making the trip to the Gateshead International Stadium on Boxing Day MUST be aware of the information bullet-pointed below: Pay on the gate Blyth supporters will be lodged in the South Terrace (no covering). Entry through turnstiles 7 and 8. Blyth supporters will have access to food and non-alcohol refreshment inside the ground. Alcohol is not available inside the ground. Flags are allowed but must…

Interview | Rhys Evans assesses Southport defeat

22nd December 2019

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By Jack Cunningham Blyth Spartans’ Rhys Evans spoke to our media team after a 4-1 defeat to Southport on Saturday. Blyth fell behind after just two minutes as Brad Bauress blasted home from inside the six-yard box. Blyth grew into the game and thought they had levelled when Lewis Hawkins’ shot squirmed through Albinson, but he recovered in time and grabbed the ball before it crossed the line. A second…

Interview | Lee Clark on Southport defeat and festive games

21st December 2019

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Lee Clark has spoken about the importance of Blyth Spartans’ upcoming games after a 4-1 defeat to Southport on Saturday afternoon. Three first-half goals for The Port did the damage for Spartans despite a spirited second 45 minutes in which Rhys Evans scored to make it 3-1 at one stage. Clark said: “We didn’t start particularly well and they targeted us in certain areas. We then made one or two…

Report | First-half display costs Spartans in Southport defeat

21st December 2019

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BY Jordan Cronin In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant National League North Saturday, December 21, 2019 BLYTH SPARTANS 1-4 SOUTHPORT Blyth Spartans’ poor first-half showing saw Southport inflict a 4-1 defeat on Lee Clark’s side in their final National League North game before Christmas. Brad Bauress put the visitors in front after just two minutes and two late first-half goals from David Morgan and Jack Sampson…

Arrival | Sanders joins on loan from Wigan

19th December 2019

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Blyth Spartans are pleased to announce the signing of Jack Sanders on a one-month loan deal from Wigan Athletic. Sanders, 20, becomes the second defender in a week to join Lee Clark’s side following the arrival of Kris Thackray, who made his debut away at Stockport County last weekend. The Latics player began his career in non-league, first appearing for Charnock Richards before being snapped up by Leek Town in…

Match Hospitality | Brackley Town (H)

15th December 2019

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Thanks to Paul Temple and party from BAK & SC LTD and O2 Blyth who attended our National League North fixture with Brackley Town. Thank you also to our other guests Kevin Scott & friends & Mary Birdsey all pictured with Blyth Spartans legend Robbie Dale. YOU can take advantage of our affordable hospitality package as a gift, celebration or to enhance your matchday experience. Packages Include: Entry into the…

Arrival | Thackray joins on loan from Morpeth

13th December 2019

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Blyth Spartans are pleased to announce Kris Thackray has joined on a one-month loan deal from Morpeth Town. Thackray, a defender, arrives on a short-term deal at Croft Park and has bags of experience having plied his trade in three different countries. He started out at Newcastle United before being released at 16. Instead of remaining in England, Thackray opted for a move abroad – signing for Serie A side…

Interview | Clark on King’s Lynn defeat

9th December 2019

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Blyth Spartans manager Lee Clark says his side didn’t test National League North leaders King’s Lynn Town enough during the 3-0 defeat on Saturday. Spartans more than matched their visitors for large parts of the game, however Clark believes the Linnets defence weren’t stretched enough when Blyth got into good areas. Indeed, Clark was disappointed with the goals Blyth conceded, though now wants to look ahead to a huge festive…

Departure | Mark Foden joins Hebburn Town

9th December 2019

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Blyth Spartans can confirm Mark Foden has left the club to join Northern League Division One side Hebburn Town. Foden, 23, moved to Croft Park in the summer from Gateshead and established himself in between the sticks once the first six games had passed. However, following the arrival of Middlesbrough loanee Zach Hemming, Foden had dropped out of the starting 11 in recent weeks. In total, he made 13 appearances…

Report | Spartans lose at league leaders King’s Lynn

7th December 2019

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BY Jordan Cronin In association with: ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA Chartered Management Accountant National League North Saturday, December 7, 2019 King’s Lynn Town 3-0 Blyth Spartans A hard-working Blyth Spartans fell to a 3-0 defeat at National League North leaders King’s Lynn Town in a hearted performance at The Walks. Lee Clark’s men battled throughout against a team unbeaten in their previous eight games, however were undone by goals from…

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