Blyth Spartans News

12 June 2026

"Better Together Cup" 2026

We are delighted to announce that the weekend of 18th and 19th July 2026 will see the inaugural “Better Together Cup” friendly tournament held at Croft Park, the home of Blyth Spartans AFC.

11 June 2026

parkrun Code of Conduct

Important information for Blyth Links parkrun participants

10 June 2026

FA confirm FA Cup and Trophy dates

The FA have confirmed the dates for both the FA Cup and the FA Trophy for the 2026/27 season

10 June 2026

Pre-Season - Hebburn Town

We will face Hebburn Town in 26/27 pre-season preparations

7 June 2026

Spartans Seek Media Assistants

Blyth Spartans are on the lookout for enthusiastic Media Assistants to join our media team as we look ahead to the 2026/27 campaign.

6 June 2026

Jack Walker signs for Spartans

Blyth Spartans AFC are pleased to announce the signing of 35-year-old centre back Jack Walker from Dunston UTS.

6 June 2026

Ewan McGowan signs

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce the signing of Ewan McGowan from South Shields.

6 June 2026

Become Blyth Spartans' New Shorts Sponsor

We are still on the hunt for a sponsor to be adorned across the shorts of all 3 of our new kits for the 2026/27 season

5 June 2026

1899 Club Push

As one of the club's key recurring income streams, the 1899 Clubhelps provide the financial stability needed to support the football operation,including the management team and the players who represent Blyth Spartans on thepitch. The ambition now is to grow that figure to 500 active entries, creating an evenstronger and more sustainable platform for the future of the club.

5 June 2026

Robbie Spence Signs for Spartans

Blyth Spartans AFC is thrilled to announce the signing of experienced midfielder Robbie Spence from Bishop Auckland.

4 June 2026

Mauro Asikaogu joins Blyth

Blyth Spartans AFC is pleased to announce the signing of 22-year-old goalkeeper Mauro Asikaogu from Whitley Bay.

4 June 2026

Charlie Stirland Departs to Whitby Town

Charlie Stirland has completed a permanent move to NPL outfit Whitby Town for an undisclosed fee.

4 June 2026

Chapman and Kinniburgh join Whickham on Dual-Reg

We can confirm that full-back Robbie Kinniburgh and centre-back Jack Chapman have joined Northern League 1st Division side Whickham on a dual registration for the 2026/27 campaign - as they both look to secure regular playing time.

4 June 2026

Dan Maw Departs

We can also confirm that Dan Maw has left the club on a permanent basis.

3 June 2026

Olly Martin is a Spartan

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce the signing of 28-year old winger Olly Martin from NPL Premier Division champions Hebburn Town.

3 June 2026

Rhys Evans Returns to Blyth

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce the return of 29-years-old right back Rhys Evans from Morpeth Town.

3 June 2026

Club Statement: Charlie Stirland

Club Statement.

31 May 2026

Spartans to Host QTS 'Better Together Cup'

We are delighted to announce that the weekend of 18th and 19th July 2026 will see the inaugural “Better Together Cup” friendly tournament held at Croft Park, the home of Blyth Spartans AFC.

31 May 2026

THE SPARTANS WALL – LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY AT CROFT PARK

The Spartans Trust have recently announced the clubs latest fundraising intuitive, with our new commemorative display, titled ‘The Spartans Wall’ which will be located outside the main entrance at Croft Park, giving supporters the chance to have their name inscribed into the wall of one of non-league football’s most famous old stadiums forever.

28 May 2026

“Why Would I Leave?” - Paul Van Zandvliet Delighted To Stay At Spartans

Midfielder Paul Van Zandvliet says the squad are now fully focused on “kicking on” next season after securing the club’s survival in dramatic fashion.

27 May 2026

Jordan Summerly Pens New One-Year Deal

Left-back Jordan Summerly says he is “buzzing” to be continuing his journey with Spartans after signing a new one-year deal with the club.

26 May 2026

Jack Foalle commits his future to Spartans

Blyth Spartans Trust Player of the Season and winner of the 2025/26 Billy Fenwick Award, Jack Foalle, says he is “absolutely delighted” to be committing his future to the club after agreeing a new deal last week.

26 May 2026

Retained List

Following the conclusion of the 25/26 season, we can now confirm our retained list.

22 May 2026

Blyth Spartans to Host Community Takeover at Blyth Links parkrun

Blyth Spartans AFC are delighted to announce that the club will be hosting a special community takeover at Blyth Links parkrun on Saturday 13 June 2026.

22 May 2026

Pre-Season Schedule - 2026/27

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to bring you our pre-season schedule for the 2026/27 campaign.

21 May 2026

Academy Watch - 20/5/2026

Our Academy sides have now wrapped up their 2025/26 campaigns, with both the U17s and U19s producing some excellent performances throughout the season.

20 May 2026

Blyth Spartans reveal new Home, Away and Third shirts

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to reveal our new home, away and third shirts ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

20 May 2026

Spartans Secure Additional Kit Sponsorship

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce that the club has secured the support of four major sponsors that will feature across our home, away and third shirt across the 2026/27 campaign.

20 May 2026

QTS Become Front of Shirt Sponsor

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce that QTS, digital infrastructure leaders and the team behind the major new data centre campus being developed at Cambois, will be our front-of-shirt sponsor for the forthcoming season.

19 May 2026

Quarterly Forum - Thursday 28th May

Supporters are invited to the Spartans Social Club next Thursday evening, the club’s quarterly open forum.