Alun Armstrong

Arrival | Holmes is where the Heart is as Jamie joins Spartans

7th June 2018
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Blyth Spartans are excited to announce the addition of forward Jamie Holmes ahead of the 2018/19 Vanarama National League North season – joining from Evo-Stik Northern Premier League side South Shields. Holmes, 20, is a product of the Newcastle United Academy – joining the Magpies during the 2010/11 season before progressing through the academy age groups. After his release from the Premier League side, Holmes went on trial with the…

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Arrival | Nicholson Returns to Bolster Spartans’ Defence

1st June 2018
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Blyth Spartans are delighted to announce the return of defender Alex Nicholson ahead of the 2018/19 Vanarama National League North season – joining from Evo-Stik Northern Premier League Side South Shields. Nicholson, 24, is no stranger to Croft Park having spent a two and a year spell with the club between 2014 and 2016. Primarily a right-back – but capable of playing in a multitude of positions – Nicholson came…

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Appeal | Ryan Hutchinson Injury Fund Update

28th May 2018
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Blyth Spartans recently launched their crowdfunding campaign to help pay for the operation of centre-back Ryan Hutchinson. The fund has now reached 10% of the intended £7,500 total – which will ensure Ryan is given the best possible operation and rehabilitation to return as soon as possible. The link can be found here – https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/ryan-hutchinson-blyth-spartans-injury The defender suffered a horrendous knee injury in the late season defeat to Harrogate Town and…

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1899 Club | Expansion to Spartans’ Budget Boosting Scheme

14th May 2018
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Following on from its initial launch, Blyth Spartans are delighted to report that we have sold over 250 numbers which will provide regular monthly income direct into Alun Armstrong’s  playing budget. Due to the fantastic support we have received so far – and with an aim to increase membership – we are expanding the 1899 Club to give supporters’ even more benefits for joining the scheme. We have decided to…

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Departure | David McTiernan Moves On

11th May 2018
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Midfielder David McTiernan has been released by the club. Alun Armstrong: “I’d like to take this opportunity to thank ‘Macca’ for his services during his time at the club.” “He was an integral part of the side that clinched the double – earning the club promotion to the National League North. “He was a massive part of the changing room, and will be a big miss – the travelling has…

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News | Spartans Announce Retained List

11th May 2018
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Blyth Spartans are pleased to announce the following players have been retained by Alun Armstrong and his coaching staff ahead of the 2018/19 Vanarama National League North season. Goalkeepers | Peter Jameson, Shaun MacDonald Defenders | Nathan Buddle, Andrew Cartwright, Ryan Hutchinson, Michael Liddle, Ian Watson, Jordan Watson. Midfielders | Dale Hopson, Lewis Horner, Jordan Laidler, Damen Mullen, Jarrett Rivers, Sean Reid, Adam Wrightson Forwards | Daniel Maguire, Robert Dale,…

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Departure | Atkinson joins Icelandic Premier League side IVB Football Club

Blyth Spartans must announce the departure of defender David Atkinson – who has joined Icelandic Premier League side IBV Football Club. Atkinson re-joined Spartans in October 2017 after a short spell IBV Football Club – and they have come back in for the former Carlisle United man with a full-time deal that was “too good to turn down” for both club and player. Atkinson first joined Blyth Spartans in December…

1st May 2018
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Match Photos | Blyth Spartans 0 – 1 Stockport County

A selection of 70+ images by Bill Broadley from today’s game between The Spartans and play off contenders Stockport County, which saw the visitors leave with all three points after winning by a solitary if somewhat controversial goal. Although the Spartans dominated much of the second half they were unable to find the deserved equaliser.    

21st April 2018
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