Blyth Spartans News

15 July 2021

Preview | Middlesbrough U23s | 21/22

Blyth Spartans fans make their long-awaited return to Croft Park on Saturday as Michael Nelson's side begin their pre-season campaign with the visit of Middlesbrough under-23s (kick-off 3pm).

Preview | Middlesbrough U23s | 21/22

13 July 2021

News | Important ticketing information

Everyone at Blyth Spartans AFC can't wait for Saturday when we can finally open the gates at Croft Park and welcome supporters back our friendly against Middlesbrough U23s. It seems like an eternit...

News | Important ticketing information

13 July 2021

Pre-season 21/22 | Newcastle United friendly confirmed

Blyth Spartans AFC is very pleased to confirm Newcastle United under-23s will travel to Croft Park on Tuesday, August 3 for a pre-season friendly.

Pre-season 21/22 | Newcastle United friendly confirmed

12 July 2021

Event | Kit launch and Q&A event

Blyth Spartans AFC, in association with the Supporters Club, is hosting a kit launch and Q&A evening on Friday, July 16th.

Event | Kit launch and Q&A event

9 July 2021

Arrival | Nicky Deverdics joins Spartans

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce the signing of Nicky Deverdics, who returns to Croft Park 10 years after his first spell.

Arrival | Nicky Deverdics joins Spartans

9 July 2021

CEFO CFS Challenge Trophy | Spartans v South Shields

The CEFO CFS Challenge Trophy will be on the line when Blyth Spartans host South Shields in pre-season this month.

CEFO CFS Challenge Trophy | Spartans v South Shields

8 July 2021

Preview | Marske United (A) | 21/22

*MATCH CALLED OFF AFTER A POSITIVE COVID-19 TEST IN THE MARSKE UNITED CAMP* The long wait is almost over.

Preview | Marske United (A) | 21/22

8 July 2021

Club Statement | Buddle named as club captain

Blyth Spartans AFC is thrilled to announce Nathan Buddle as our new club captain.  Buddle first moved to Croft Park in 2013 from Hartlepool United and has been at the heart of the club's success si...

Club Statement | Buddle named as club captain

7 July 2021

21/22 fixtures | Spartans host Alfreton in season opener

Blyth Spartans begin their 2021/22 National League North campaign with a home fixture against Alfreton Town. 

21/22 fixtures | Spartans host Alfreton in season opener

5 July 2021

Middlesbrough U23s (H) | Tickets now on sale

Tickets for our home friendly with Middlesbrough under-23s are now on sale via our online booking system. 

Middlesbrough U23s (H) | Tickets now on sale

5 July 2021

Pre-season 21/22 | Hartlepool United friendly

Blyth Spartans will welcome League Two side Hartlepool United to Croft Park on Tuesday, July 27th, with kick-off taking place at 7:30pm.

Pre-season 21/22 | Hartlepool United friendly

5 July 2021

Soccer Camps | July & August

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce additional holiday Soccer Camps dates, taking place during July and August.

Soccer Camps | July & August

30 June 2021

Pre-season 21/22 | Stockton Town friendly confirmed

Blyth Spartans will host Northern Premier League East side Stockton Town in the club's final game of its 2021/22 pre-season programme.

Pre-season 21/22 | Stockton Town friendly confirmed

29 June 2021

Vacancy | Commercial Manager required

Blyth Spartans AFC is looking to recruit a Commercial Manager to assist with raising invaluable funds for the club. 

Vacancy | Commercial Manager required

28 June 2021

Gallery | Spartans return to pre-season training

Blyth Spartans returned to pre-season training ahead of the new National League North season. Michael Nelson's players were put through their paces on day one - check out the selection of the phot...

Gallery | Spartans return to pre-season training

27 June 2021

Season Tickets | Collection update

Season tickets purchased BEFORE July 20th can now be collected from our general office, Monday to Friday between 9am and 12pm.

Season Tickets | Collection update

25 June 2021

News | CEFO Group is Blyth Spartans' main & kit sponsor

Blyth Spartans AFC is absolutely delighted to confirm CEFO Group as the club's main and kit sponsor.

News | CEFO Group is Blyth Spartans' main & kit sponsor

21 June 2021

Interview | Toby Lees on joining Blyth Spartans

Toby Lees has revealed the huge role Michael Nelson played in his decision to join Blyth Spartans after working with him at Gateshead. 

Interview | Toby Lees on joining Blyth Spartans

21 June 2021

Arrival | Toby Lees signs for Blyth Spartans

Blyth Spartans AFC is pleased to announce the signing of central defender Toby Lees. The 24-year-old started out at Harrogate Town, where he had loan spells at Harrogate Railway, Boston United, Wh...

Arrival | Toby Lees signs for Blyth Spartans

11 June 2021

Vacancy | Matchday Stewards Required

Blyth Spartans AFC is on the lookout for matchday stewards as the club prepares to welcome supporters back to Croft Park for the 2021/22 season. 

Vacancy | Matchday Stewards Required

10 June 2021

Interview | Alex Mitchell on joining Spartans

GOALKEEPER Alex Mitchell says there were a number of factors in his decision to join Blyth Spartans from Scottish League Two side Annan Athletic.

Interview | Alex Mitchell on joining Spartans

10 June 2021

Arrival | Alex Mitchell signs for Blyth Spartans

Former Carlisle United goalkeeper Alex Mitchell has become Blyth Spartans' sixteenth signing of the summer.

Arrival | Alex Mitchell signs for Blyth Spartans

7 June 2021

Soccer Camps | Easter success

It was a brilliant and fun week at our Easter soccer camp, held at Wensleydale Park last week.

Soccer Camps | Easter success

4 June 2021

Pre-season 21/22 | Middlesbrough friendly confirmed

Blyth Spartans AFC is pleased to be welcoming Middlesbrough under-23s to Croft Park on Saturday, July 17th for a pre-season friendly.

Pre-season 21/22 | Middlesbrough friendly confirmed

3 June 2021

Arrival | Cameron Painter joins Spartans

Blyth Spartans AFC is pleased to announce the signing of Cameron Painter.  Painter, a young midfielder from Hartlepool, arrives at Croft Park having spent two years at Grimsby Town in the Football...

Arrival | Cameron Painter joins Spartans

27 May 2021

Pre-season 21/22 | Five friendlies confirmed

Blyth Spartans AFC announces five pre-season friendlies, as Michael Nelson's side prepare for the 2021/22 National League North campaign.

Pre-season 21/22 | Five friendlies confirmed

26 May 2021

2021/22 National League North season | Key dates confirmed

Key dates have been confirmed for the 2021/22 Vanarama National League season across all three divisions.

2021/22 National League North season | Key dates confirmed

25 May 2021

1899 Club draw | April & May winners

Blyth Spartans AFC can announce its 1899 Club winners for the months of April and May.

1899 Club draw | April & May winners

24 May 2021

Season Tickets | On sale now

Blyth Spartans AFC is delighted to announce season tickets for the 2021/22 campaign are now on sale to allocated seat holders in the Port of Blyth Stand and general ground admission.

Season Tickets | On sale now

17 May 2021

Fundraising | Spartans support Ridley Park project

Blyth Spartans AFC supports fundraising to transform the gateway entrance to Ridley Park.  A group of volunteers at Friends of Ridley Park (FORP) have fundraised and added a number of additional it...

Fundraising | Spartans support Ridley Park project