Blyth Spartans today can announce the departure of long-serving defender Rhys Evans as he signs for Morpeth Town FC. Rhys leaves after clocking up over 150 appearances for Spartans. The Club wish to put on record the thanks for his service at Spartans and wish Rhys well for the future.
Hickey departs Croft Park
Blyth Spartans can confirm that Jordan Hickey has joined Morpeth Town following the expiration of his contract. Jordan leaves after appearing 104 in National League North for Spartans, contributing with 6 goals. The Club wishes Jordan good luck for the future.
1899 Club: April Draw
There is no winner of the “One in a Thousand Draw” as the number drawn was 641 and this number is not allocated to any member. The £100 prize rolls over to next month with a prize of £200 for May’s draw. The Fans Experience draw prize of a signed home shirt was won by Kelly Scott. Kelly please email me scott.gibson@blythspartans.com or contact the general office to collect your…
Season Tickets 2024/25
The Club wishes to announce the following Season Ticket prices for the upcoming Pitching In Northern Premier League season 2024/25. Port of Blyth Stand (Seated) Ground Only (Standing) Adult £272.00 £240.00 Concessions £176.00 £144.00 Student £128.00 £96.00 Season tickets go on sale today and are available here. The Club have listened to the feedback from fans and the reduction in pricing is the equivalent of 5 free matches. As usual,…
Nolberto Solano announced as First Team Manager
Blyth Spartans are delighted to announce Nolberto Solano as the new First Team Manager. With a professional playing career that spans almost 20 years which included over 300 appearances at locals Newcastle United, Nobby joins Spartans on an initial 12-month contract, as they start their preparations for the Northern Premier League. Chairman Irfan Liaquat said on the appointment, “We are delighted to introduce Nolberto Solano as our new first team…
Club Statement: Jon Shaw departs Croft Park
Blyth Spartans today can announce that First Team Manager Jon Shaw has been relieved of his duties. Jon Shaw leaves after overseeing 21 National League North games which started with a derby day win against South Shields at home, not forgetting the 30 games he spent assisting Graham Fenton at the start of this season and the 7 appearances he made as player-assistant manager, netting a goal in the 3-0…
1899 Club | Presentation
Prior to the Brackley Town game, a presentation was made to the 1899 Club members who have generously supported the club with a monthly payment of £25. A big thank you to David Jones, Kyle Hall, John Gibson, Adam Uddgren, Kevin Miles, Stephen Virtue, Mark Graham, Alan Luke RIP, Mark Walker, Anthony Seghini, Jonathon Lillico, Darren Connor, Malcolm Muter, Barry Easton, Ellen Gourley, David Gourley and Mark Cruddace. Thank you…
Message from the Chairman
Dear Fans and All. Sadly, with relegation now confirmed, we share your hurt and fully understand your feelings and frustrations. We would also like to thank you all for your support this season both home and away, and in particular the closing games, when you turned up in your numbers at Croft Park to cheer the team on with typical Spartan passion and commitment. We also extend our thanks and gratitude to all staff and volunteers for their much-valued efforts and commitment, this ensures that the club can viably function as well as enhancing the match day experience for all our supporters. Not least, we acknowledge the unwavering and invaluable support of…
Hospitality | Brackley Town
It was a full house for our final match of the season, with a number of sponsor groups enjoying hospitality. Unfortunately, the result and other results didn’t go our way on the day. The Club wishes to thank all of those that have taken up hospitality the season. It’s a great day out, as treat, for birthdays, celebrations, company days out, or just to take in the match. It is…
Jon Shaw Post Match Interview
Due to audio issues with the post match interview, please see below a full transcribed version of Phil Castiaux’s interview with Jon Shaw following the defeat to Brackley and the relegation from National League North. Phil Castiaux: Jon, it’s a 5-1 defeat this afternoon, after getting relegated it’s been an emotional afternoon for everybody at Croft Park, just take us through the first half, 4-0 down, the performance must have…