Blyth Spartans News

7 January 2013

Transfer Updates

The club can confirm that the loan deals for Newcastle United duo Michael Riley and Marcus Maddison have now expired and the pair have returned to St James Park.

6 January 2013

Blyth Spartans 2 Matlock Town 1 (Match Photos)

A selection of match action photos from the game between Blyth Spartans and Matlock Town which saw the Spartans secure their first league win of 2013. Blyth Captain, Wayne Buchanan opened the scori...

6 January 2013

Tom talks - Matlock Town reaction

If Spartans assistant manager Tom Wade ever wants to start a new career then based upon his reaction to his side's 2-1 win over Matlock Town a career in building houses may be in order. He was keen...

6 January 2013

Child’s play for skipper as Spartans restore some Faith

It's been a good two weeks for Spartans skipper Wayne Buchanan both at home and professionally. His wife Laura gave birth to their new baby daughter Faith over the festive period and Buchanan has s...

6 January 2013

Slaughter happy to stand up well

Spartans jack of all trades Richie Slaughter was delighted to have played his part in his first win since his return to the club in the 2-1 win over Matlock Town. After returning to Croft Park from...

5 January 2013

Hard work but we deserved it - Dale

Spartans winger Robbie Dale reflected on a job well done as his side took all three points for the first time since mid November with a 2-1 victory over Matlock Town. Dale was at his best in the wi...

5 January 2013

Blyth Spartans 2-1 Matlock Town

ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA. Chartered Management Accountant Blyth Spartans 2-1 Matlock Town. Saturday 5th January. Evo-Stik Northern Premier League. Croft Park. Attendance: 311

4 January 2013

Fixture Changes

Please note that due to the recent poor weather the club has seen various fixture

4 January 2013

Berj Banned

The club can confirm that Tom Berj, having picked up 5 bookings this season, will face a one-game suspension and as a result will miss the trip to Chorley (12 Jan).

3 January 2013

FA Cup Live Football Sat 5th January

Just a reminder to all supporters that the Brighton vs NUFC match will be on ITV at 12.30 in the Social Club before our match on Saturday. The West Ham vs Manchester Utd match will be shown after o...

3 January 2013

Arthur Sowden

Everyone at Blyth Spartans was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our legendary centre half Arthur Sowden.

3 January 2013

Tom talks - North Ferriby United reaction

A defeat is never easy to take but after seeing his side go down 2-3 to league leaders North Ferriby United, Spartans assistant manager Tom Wade insisted there were a number of big pluses to take f...

3 January 2013

Double congratulations from all at Spartans

Everyone at Blyth Spartans would like to give their congratulations and welcome the arrival of two new members of the Green Army. Firstly to our club captain Wayne Buchanan and his wife Laura on th...

2 January 2013

Port of Blyth POTM - Dec 2012

RICHIE SLAUGHTER - DECEMBER 2012 The club can confirm that the winner of the Port of Blyth player of the month for December 2012 is Richie Slaughter.

1 January 2013

Spot kick decision wrong says Utterson

Spartans right back Shaun Utterson was still struggling to come to terms with the decision not to award his side a penalty in the 2-3 loss against league leaders North Ferriby United. Utterson was...

1 January 2013

Buchanan wants more solidity

Spartans skipper Wayne Buchanan demanded a more solid defensive show from his side as they went unrewarded for a brave show at league leaders North Ferriby United. A brace from Ryan McGorrigan wasn...

1 January 2013

North Ferriby United 3-2 Blyth Spartans

ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA. Chartered Management Accountant North Ferriby United 3-2 Blyth Spartans. Tuesday 1st January 2013. Evo-Stik Northern Premier League. Rapid Solicitors Stadium. Attendance: 300

29 December 2012

Ashton Game Off

Following a pitch inspection at 8.30 this morning (Sat 29th Dec) todays game against Ashton Utd has been called off because of a waterlogged pitch.

28 December 2012

Tom talks about the Whitby game

Blyth's Assistant Manager Tom Wade believes that his side's final flourish in Boxing Day's 2-2 draw at home to Whitby can set the team up nicely for Saturday when Ashton United travel to Croft Park.

27 December 2012

One of the best I’ve scored- McGorrigan

Reflecting on his stunning twenty five yard volley that secured a point for Spartans, striker Ryan McGorrigan hailed the effort as one of the best of his career. Taking a pass from Neal Hooks, the...

27 December 2012

Riley happy with Spartans debut

After finally making his Blyth Spartans debut, left back Michael Riley reflected on an eventful first appearance in the 2-2 draw with Whitby Town. The Newcastle United Under 21 left back was moved...

27 December 2012

Jennings rues the one that got away….again

Despite netting his first goal in a Spartans shirt against Whitby Town striker Andy Jennings was left to ponder just how the Croft Park pitch has contrived to deny him a second goal in the same biz...

26 December 2012

Blyth Spartans 2-2 Whitby Town

ALAN McLEAN FCMA CGMA. Chartered Management Accountant Blyth Spartans 2-2 Whitby Town. Wednesday 26th December. Evo-Stik Northern Premier League. Croft Park. Attendance: 322

22 December 2012

Hednesford Match Called Off

Following a pitch inspection at 8.00am today (Saturday) heavy rain has made the pitch unplayable and local officials have advised Blyth not to travel to the midlands for today's match. Heavy rain i...

19 December 2012

Hard work carries on for management duo

Despite finally making notable breakthroughs in the transfer market Spartans manager Paddy Atkinson insisted that the hard work doesn't stop as he and assistant Tom Wade look to further add to thei...

19 December 2012

Spartans in double loan swoop

Hot on the heels of the signings of striker Andrew Jennings and midfielder Craig Hubbard, manager Paddy Atkinson has further boosted his squad for the busy Christmas period. Newcastle United Under...

19 December 2012

Steels trip in store for Spartans

The draw has been made for the Third Round of the Doodson Sports Cup and Spartans have been handed an away tie at Evo-Stik Northern Premier League rivals Stocksbridge Park Steels. Spartans have alr...

19 December 2012

Spartans Sign Hubbard

Blyth can announce that they have reached an agreement with West Auckland for the release from contract of powerful central midfielder Craig Hubbard.

17 December 2012

Blyth Spartans 0 Witton Albion 3 (More Photos)

of Media Image Ltd showing the EvoStik Premier Division clash between Blyth Spartans and Witton Albion played on 15 December 2012.

17 December 2012

Maddison’s Loan Deal Expires

The club can confirm that Marcus Maddison's loan spell has come to an end. Marcus managed only 2 games for the Spartans, scoring in his final appearance away to Marine.