Blyth Spartans News

20 February 2010

Hinckley United Match Off

The club has received news that today's (Saturday) match with Hinckley United has been postponed due to a frozen pitch.

Hinckley United Match Off

19 February 2010

Hinckley United (20 Feb 2010) - Pitch Inspection Saturday

The club have been informed that a pitch inspection will take place tomorrow morning at 7.45am to ascertain whether the proposed fixture away to Hinckley United can take place.

Hinckley United (20 Feb 2010) - Pitch Inspection Saturday

17 February 2010

Tait ‘Hooks’ New Man

With Mark Doninger heading over the Irish Sea to play for Sligo Rovers and Chris McCabe facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines through injury, Blyth Spartans' manager Mick Tait has moved quickly t...

Tait ‘Hooks’ New Man

16 February 2010

Mark Doninger signs for Sligo Rovers

Blyth Spartans can confirm that midfielder Mark Doninger has signed for League of Ireland side Sligo Rovers following a successful trial period.

Mark Doninger signs for Sligo Rovers

15 February 2010

Stephen Harrison - Suspension

Stephen Harrison's red card in Saturday's clash with Stafford Rangers will see the right back miss three games through suspension.

Stephen Harrison - Suspension

15 February 2010

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (Sponsors)

A photo gallery of the sponsors for the Blyth Spartans v Stafford Rangers match on 13 February 2010.

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (Sponsors)

15 February 2010

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (Merit Marks)

Detailed below are the marks for the Blyth Spartans v Stafford Rangers match played on Saturday 13 February 2010. The merit marks were awarded by Martin Hunter.

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (Merit Marks)

15 February 2010

Blyth Spartans 1 Harrogate Town 0 (Merit Marks)

Detailed below are the marks for the Blyth Spartans v Harrogate Town match played on Tuesday 9 February 2010. The merit marks were awarded by Scott Dewhurst.

Blyth Spartans 1 Harrogate Town 0 (Merit Marks)

15 February 2010

Chris McCabe

The Club has received the following update on the unfortunate injury to Chris in Saturday's match -

Chris McCabe

14 February 2010

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (More Match Photos)

A selection of match action photos by Bill Broadley, from the match between Blyth Spartans and Stafford Rangers, which ended in a 2.2 draw.

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (More Match Photos)

14 February 2010

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (Match Reaction)

Surrendering the lead and the opportunity to gain three points were not the most pressing concerns for Blyth Spartans' manager Mick Tait after the 2-2 draw at home to Stafford Rangers on Saturday.

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (Match Reaction)

14 February 2010

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (Match Photos)

of the Blue Square North clash between Blyth Spartans and Stafford Rangers played on 13 February 2010.

Blyth Spartans 2 Stafford Rangers 2 (Match Photos)

12 February 2010

“Arabian Scarves” Donated

Colin Bassam, of Port Training Services, has donated 10 "Arabian" style green and white scarves that he brought back from his last visit to Dubai, the proceeds of which will go to the Anth Lowther...

“Arabian Scarves” Donated

12 February 2010

More Donations

Anthony Lowther. A further donation of £75 has been made and added to last Tuesday night's bucket collection. This brings the total to £538.00.

More Donations

12 February 2010

Message from Chris Lowther

On behalf of Sheila, Hugo and all of Anth's family and friends I would like to express our utmost gratitude for everything Blyth Spartans FC have done at this very sad time.

Message from Chris Lowther

11 February 2010

Ashington AFC 4 Spartans U10s 5

For the second match in a row, the U10s were still asleep at kick off, despite it being 11:30.  Yet again we were a goal down within the minutes as Ashington ran through the defence and scored.  To...

Ashington AFC 4 Spartans U10s 5

11 February 2010

Poster Sites, Thank You + Distribution

Blyth Spartans wish to take this opportunity of thanking each and every company, shop, public house and association that have been advertising our matches this season to date. The full list of thos...

Poster Sites, Thank You + Distribution

10 February 2010

Doninger to Sligo?

Blyth Spartans' midfielder Mark Doninger is continuing to rack up the miles in search of a full time contract, as he has headed over to Ireland for a week long trial with Sligo Rovers.

Doninger to Sligo?

10 February 2010

Port of Blyth POTM - Jan 2010 (Presentation)

Prior to the home game against Harrogate Town, Colin Bassam from the Port of Blyth was on hand to present Paul Brayson with the Port of Blyth Player of the Month for January 2010.

Port of Blyth POTM - Jan 2010 (Presentation)

10 February 2010

Blyth Spartans 1 Harrogate Town 0 (Sponsors)

A photo gallery of the sponsors for the Blyth Spartans v Harrogate Town match on 9 February 2010.

Blyth Spartans 1 Harrogate Town 0 (Sponsors)

10 February 2010

Anth Lowther Collection Total

Blyth Spartans can announce that the collection held inside Croft Park last night during the Harrogate Town clash and also in the social club for Anth Lowther raised a total of £463.00

Anth Lowther Collection Total

9 February 2010

Adie Webster to Cockburn City FC

The club has received information that former midfielder Adrian Webster has signed for Cockburn City FC, who are currently playing in the Football West State League Premier Division in Perth, Weste...

Adie Webster to Cockburn City FC

9 February 2010

Anth Lowther - Arrangements

Following the sad and sudden death of former Spartan "Anth" Lowther, the club wishes to confirm the following arrangements;

Anth Lowther - Arrangements

8 February 2010

Stalybridge Celtic 0 Blyth Spartans 1 (Merit Marks)

Detailed below are the marks for the Stalybridge Celtic v Blyth Spartans match played on Tuesday 2 February 2010. The merit marks were awarded by Jordan Latimer.

Stalybridge Celtic 0 Blyth Spartans 1 (Merit Marks)

8 February 2010

Next Comedy Night Arranged (12 Apr 2010)

Following on from this year's first and successful comedy nights here at Croft Park we can now announce the details of our second comedy night arranged for Monday the 12th of April.

Next Comedy Night Arranged (12 Apr 2010)

8 February 2010

Southport 3 Blyth Spartans 2 (Match Reaction)

The geography of football can make for a strange landscape. The Blue Square North, for one, reflects this. Blyth Spartans travel over 8,000 miles each season, across moors and down dales, encounter...

Southport 3 Blyth Spartans 2 (Match Reaction)

7 February 2010

Southport 3 Blyth Spartans 2 (Merit Marks)

Detailed below are the merit marks for the Southport v Blyth Spartans match played on Saturday 8 February 2010. The merit marks were awarded by Jeff Young.

Southport 3 Blyth Spartans 2 (Merit Marks)

7 February 2010

Southport 3 Blyth Spartans 2 (Match Report)

Saturday 8th February. Blue Square North. Attendance 738 Tony McMillan, Chris Lever, Rob Marsh-Evans, Adam Flynn (Captain), Earl Davis, Ashley Winn, Robbie Booth (Paul Barrett), Michael Powell, Chr...

Southport 3 Blyth Spartans 2 (Match Report)

4 February 2010

Doninger’s Trial Continues

Mark Doninger's trial at Burton Albion has gone beyond his appearance in the Birmingham Senior Cup, as he has been asked to remain at the Pirelli Stadium for longer so that 'the Brewers' can have a...

Doninger’s Trial Continues

2 February 2010

Doninger gone for a Burton?

Spartans midfielder Mark Doninger will make an trial appearance for League Two side Burton Albion in tonight's Birmingham Senior Cup clash with Romulus.

Doninger gone for a Burton?