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£1.00 BAYTHE OFFICIAL MATCHDAY PROGRAMME WATCH OF WHITLEY BAY FOOTBALL CLUB FA VASE WINNERS 2001/02, 2008/09, 2009/10, 2010/11

WHITLEY BAY v SOUTH PARK FA CARLSBERG VASE 4TH ROUND

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BW2 HONOURS WHITLEY BAY FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED Full members of the Football Association, the Northumberland Football Association and the Northern League.

Ground and Registered Office Tel 0191 291 3637 (clubhouse) Hillheads Park, Rink Way, Whitley Bay NE25 8HR 0191 291 3636 (office & fax) www.whitleybayfc.com Chairman Director/Football Secretary Assistant Manager Paul McIlduff Derek Breakwell Brian Rowe Vice Chairman/ Director/Pitch Maintenance Coach Company Secretary David Styles Adam Furness Peter Siddle Director/Publicity Reserve Team Manager Director/Treasurer Julian Tyley Marc Nash Jennifer Breakwell Team Manager Physio Ian Chandler Glen Martin Boardroom Hospitality Veronica Siddle CLUB HONOURS

F.A. Carlsberg Vase Northumberland Senior Cup Northern League Challenge Cup Winners Finalists Winners 2001/02, 2008/09, 2009/10, 1953/54, 1954/55, 1955/56, 1964/65, 1970/71 2010/11 1965/66, 1976/77, 1985/86, Finalists Semi Finalists 1990/91, 2002/03 1967/68 2007/2008 Northern League J.R Cleator Cup F.A. Amateur Cup Champions Winners Semi Finalists 1964/65 1965/66 2006/07 2007/08 1965/66 1968/69 Runners Up H.F.S. Loans League Div. 1 1959/60, 1966/67, 1968/69, Northumberland Senior Cup Champions 1969/70 Winners 1990/91 1952/53, 1960/61, 1963/64, H.F.S. Loans Div. 1 Cup 1964/65, 1967/68, 1968/69 Winners 1969/70, 1970/71, 1972/73 1988/89, 1990/91 1986/87, 2004/05, 2009/10 x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 3

FA Vase Winners: 2002, 2009, 2010, 2011 WHITLEY BAY FC BW3 Welcome to Hillheads WHITLEY BAY v SOUTH PARK FA CARLSBERG VASE 4TH ROUND Saturday 21st January 2012

Good afternoon and welcome to Hillheads Park for today’s eagerly anticipated FA Carlsberg Vase 4th Round tie against South Park. I would like to extend a very warm welcome to all players, officials and supporters of South Park who have made the long journey north from Surrey. I hope they enjoy their weekend in the north east and have a safe journey back home tomorrow. Based in Reigate, South Park are members of the Cherry Red Records Combined Counties League. They won promotion to the Premier Division last season and are the current holders of the Surrey Premier Cup. Our only previous meeting with a club from their league came two years ago when we needed a replay to overcome a very good Chertsey Town side in the 5th Round of the competition. I would like to welcome to today’s game our match sponsors Molson Coors and their guests. Paul Caulfield, Simon Pollock and their friends. We are very grateful for your support. It also gives me great pleasure to welcome Shaun, Mark and the rest of team at Potts Print UK, our programme producers and printers. The club recently received an award for the best programme in the Northern League from Soccer club swap Shop. The great success of the club programme is due to Julian and everyone at Potts. Well done and thank you, for all, the hard work that goes into making the programme such a success. It is greatly appreciated by everyone at the football club. Last Saturday’s hard fought win over Consett took us top of the table and extended our unbeaten run to 10 games. We know that we are in for another tough game today but Ian will have the team well prepared as we seek to continue our remarkable run of success in the FA Vase. Please remember that should the scores be level after 90 minutes, extra time will be played and if there is still no winner, the replay will take place at South Park’s King George’s Field next Saturday. However, if the game is decided today, we will be at home again next Saturday when Penrith will be the visitors with Northern League points at stake. Paul McIlduff Chairman HOWAY THE BAY! Enjoy Today’s Game

The Directors would like to thank the Vice Presidents for their continued support Mr K Barnes, Mr C Bell, Mr S Booth, Mr G Brindle, Mr D Champion, Mr D Dagg, Mr W J Darby, Mr J Drury, Mr M Fitz-Gerald, Mr S Fitz-Gerald, Mr D Hall, Mr R E Keenleyside, Mr F Kelly, Mr D Leslie, Mr G Leteve, Mr J Marr, Mr D Parker, Dr R Pinkney, Mr B Richardson, Mrs V Siddle, Mr N Smith, Mr G Smoult, Mr M Thompson.

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BW4 MATCH REPORTS WHITLEY BAY 1 CONSETT 0 Saturday 14th January A hard fought victory in difficult conditions took Whitley to the top of the league as their championship rivals were all victims of frozen pitches. A healthy sized crowd of over 500 fans saw Whitley claim the points thanks to a rare Paul Robinson header in the second half. The fact that the game went ahead was due largely to the efforts of groundsman Dave Styles who produced a playing surface that Michael McMullen in midfield passed a mid morning inspection and apart from a narrow strip was prompting from midfield with accurate passes and was alongside the new stand, was frost free at kick off. looking much more effective than in recent games. It was Kerr who Consett, despite their lowly position in the table, came into the began the move that led to the crucial goal, with a pinpoint game boosted by their surprise Durham Challenge Cup victory at accurate pass through to Robinson who played the ball to Dale West Auckland in midweek. They started in much more confident who in turn found McMullen on the right wing. The youngster fashion that when the sides met at Belle Vue Park in September, whipped a perfect cross to the back post where Robinson came in enjoying more of the possession and trying to test Whitley’s reserve to head across Jameson into the net, a finish reminiscent of his team keeper Michael Hammond, who was deputising for the stoppage time winner against Barwell that sent Whitley to injured Kyle Hayes. Despite good approach work, their finishing Wembley two seasons ago. was wayward and Hammond was rarely put under any pressure. With half an hour still to play, Bay fans were hoping for more goals Whitley’s first attempt of note came after 11 minutes when Paul to cement victory but it was not to be. Robinson burst through Robinson cut in from the left and from 20 yards out drove the ball eight minutes later but fired just wide, then at the other end a goal wide of goal. Michael McMullen, operating on the right wing, was line clearance by Callum Anderson denied opposing captain Jonjo struggling on the very hard surface and soon switched to the Dickman. sunbathed left wing where he was more effective. A great ball from Kerr played McMullen through but Jameson did Just before the midway stage of the half, a clumsy challenge by a well to block the shot at the near post. Kerr then had an Consett defender on Robbie Dale some 25 yards from goal gave opportunity himself when he broke clear with just Jameson to beat Whitley a free kick out on the left but Dale wasted the opportunity, but his attempted lob lacked sufficient power and the keeper made firing the ball well over the bar. a comfortable save. At the other end, Consett’s Harrison Davies, who scored a hat trick Inevitably conditions deteriorated as the temperature dropped but in midweek and was posing a threat on the visitors’ left flank, players on both sides coped well and Consett pushed forward late curled a free kick wide of goal. For Whitley, Gareth Williams, on in search of an equaliser. Davies twice failed to get attempts on returning from injury, did well to cut the ball back from near the target while David Malloy, who worked as hard as any of the team right corner flag and Consett keeper Peter Jameson punched it in red, forced a rare save from Hammond who kept the ball out away from goal when he should really have held on to the ball. The with his feet. visitors failed to make the most of their remaining opportunity of Damon Robson, returning after injury, came off the bench for the the half when Gavin Ross headed over the bar from a right wing last 15 minutes while Darren Timmons was also brought on in the corner. Just before the half time whistle, LeePaul Scroggins was closing stages as Whitley comfortably held onto their lead. Michael injured and was replaced by Lee Kerr. Mackay, one of the league’s most prolific goal scorers in recent The second half began with Whitley looking much livelier and years, made little impression on a tight Bay defence and was off quickly creating openings. target with a late effort before David Pounder saw his header from Indeed, within two minutes, and with some fans just emerging Robinson’s cross plucked from under the bar by Jameson. from the warmth of the clubhouse, Paul Chow had the ball in the net after chipping over Jameson but an offside flag came to the WHITLEY BAY: WHITLEY BAY: Hammond, Anderson, Pounder, rescue of the Steelmen. Dale (Robson 75mins), Coulson, Williams, McMullen (Timmons Chow then played an accurate crossfield ball to Robinson, who 80mins), Scroggins (Kerr 45mins), Ormston, Chow, Robinson turned a defender and chipped the ball just over the bar. Lee Kerr Substitutes not used: Redfern, Rowe x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 5

RESERVES BW5 With the Reserves Whitley Bay Football Club We returned to action after a month’s break on Saturday 7th January with a fine 2-1 victory against Killingworth Sporting which saw us progress to our second semi final of the season. would like to offer a very I’m not sure we are very popular with Killingworth having beaten them three times by the odd goal this season. The cup match was like the other two league encounters with both sides going for it from the warm welcome to our off. Gareth Williams made his first appearance for the Reserves as he was returning from a month out with injury. He nearly opened the scoring after 5 minutes with a curling free kick that hit the underside special guests for of the bar and despite claims it crossed the line the referee waived play on. It seemed a typical post Christmas match as passes from both sides were going astray and no-one could get any rhythm going. today’s game. However, a long clearance found Ian Lee who despite looking suspiciously offside ran through to slot low past the keeper to take us in at half time with a 1-0 lead. The second half provided a dogged display from us as players were cramping up and although Killingworth were reduced to ten men following a red card, they equalised following a free kick that was saved by Michael Hammond but the rebound was fired home by Paul Dunn. We began to press as the game wore on and a free kick by Williams was headed towards goal by Mark Davison and when it was saved he followed up to tap home for what proved to be the winner. We would like to thank Wednesday of last week saw us host Seaton Delaval at the third attempt following the high winds that caused previous postponements. Despite another strong wind the two teams managed today’s match sponsors to conjure up an entertaining match and in the end we gained 3 points against a very good Delaval side. We fielded a strong team that Molson Coors; Paul included two returning first teamers and also Gareth Williams made his second appearance in 4 days. We scored from an early freekick by Kyle Downey and we were looking good but Delaval always Caulfield, Simon Pollock threatened on the break and after hitting a post they scored right on half time with a specu lative long shot that dipped into our goal. In and their friends for their the second half with the wind at our backs I felt we weren’t keeping possession enough in the forward areas to sustain a spell of pressure so I got ready to make a double substitution. Whilst the subs were generous support and we waiting to come on Gareth Williams struck a free kick that was spilled by the keeper and Gary Ormston was on hand to head home the hope they enjoy their day rebound to give us a 2-1 lead. Despite this I still brought on Gav Hattrick and Niall Younger who gave us the spark and sharpness we were lacking. We were looking likely to get a third but Delaval caught with us. us on the break when a left wing cross wasn’t cleared and the impressive Dan McGuire scrambled in from 3 yards. It was never a We are also grateful to case of settling for a draw and a 40 yard diagonal pass from Williams was controlled by Jack W alker who at the second attempt delivered a fabulous cross for sub Niall Younger to head a brilliant winner with Potts Print (UK) Ltd for just 7 minutes remaining. Finally, I decided to let back up keeper Rob Joice transfer to their continued support Shankhouse. He was unfortunate with injuries and it didn’t really work out but we wish him well. I have been delighted with a couple of the lads getting call ups to the first team with Michael McMullen and are pleased to getting a great run in the side along with Michael Hammond and Alex Redfern making appearances. It’s great that Ian Chandler can rely on welcome them to us to support the First team effectively. Enjoy the game, today’s game. Marc Nash x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 6

BW6 SOUTH PARK F.C. PEN PICTURES

James Wastell 34 Known as Wazza, or Rhino if you are falls over himself. Recovered from broken ankle last brave, experienced keeper formerly of Chipstead, season and forced his way back into the side. Horley, Erith and Welling, to name just a few, but has Dan Stone, 33, South Park leg end and club captain, returned home to South Park his birthplace and first great left foot, part of the club furniture having played club Jerry O’Sullivan 21, JJ had a couple of brief spells for over 20 years. Park’s answer to Beckham, but he’s with Horley, but is a product of South Park youth and got no money. is proving to everyone that he might actually be able Scott Robson, 22 Midfield player, Close season signing to play right back. from Farleigh Rovers. Tied us up in knots last season in Dan Guscott 31, Joined last season from Horley, the 4-4 thriller. Has an eye for goal. experienced defender who has had a significant effect George Smith, 24 Forward older brother of Michael and on improving the defensive competence of the team, likes to miss training because he paints a lot. Chas, re signed for the club in October after spells with East Grinstead and Dorking. Loves to keep the ball. Dan Bastin 22, another product of South Park Youth, Charlie Smith has been consistently impressive since grabbing an , 21, psycho, loves no one, quietly opportunity last season. assassinates in the middle of the park, and loves to get Justin David 23, strong centre back but has also one over on his older brothers Michael and George. featured in midfiel d. Is establishing the knack of Ryan Every, 25, Midfielder, Recovered from serious scoring important goals. knee injury which sidelined him for three years. Just Nathan Miles 25, Centre back signed from Sandhurst glad to be back playing again. Town in August. Had to wait for his chance but has Reece Davis, 24, Left back, Close season signing from taken it with both hands to become one of the first Bookham, Chances so far have been limited but names on the team sheet. valuable squad man. Mat Ward 22, Striker turned left back, if he could Joe Wornham, 19, Forward, Has had limited chances stretch his hamstrings he may even be quick, adapted this season since joining at the start of the season. effectively to a defensive role, and yes another South Jack Stafford, 19, Defender / Midfield. Equally at home Park youth boy. at the back or in midfield. Formerly at AFC Wimbledon Michael Smith 22, loves his pecks, tough midfield and Sutton Utd signed for the club in December. player who has a relentless passion to win, currently Management studying a degree in effective communication. Joe McElligott, manager, Known by most as McLovin, Kieran Lavery, 22 tenacious midfield player, relishing his front role this season and out to get more goals not sure why. Third season as manager, fifth season than skinny. Not bad for someone with TB Chris Smith with the club, and Mclovin it all the way. Guided the 20, known as pikey, small and quick. Scored goals for club to its most successful season last season. fun last season, another player who c an’t stop talking, Previously managed Merstham in the Combined spends most of his spare time in bed or at the bookies. Counties Premier Division. Dave Smith 24, Signed last season from Merstham, Doug Harmer, too old, assistant manager and bus gained valuable experience at Combined Counties driver, taught Vinny Jones all he knows. He is fluent in Premier and Ryman level having spent five years at two languages, one for teaching at Primary school and Merstham. Pacey striker with an eye for goal. one for vintage football. Dale Burgess, 25, midfield player, body builder and Malcolm Porter, assistant manager, Mr Motivator, decent plumber, another one who talks a lot normally entrepreneur by day, Millwall thug by night, looking to after midnight, at times ties up pl ayers in knots, then buy the club once he get’s his next million. x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 7

SOUTH PARK FC – HISTORY BW7

South Park Football Club was formed in 1897 and immediately of teams has increased on a regular basis and today we have boys became founder members of the Redhill & District Football teams from under eight through to under sixteen. League along with other local clubs Godstone, Meadvale and In 1997 the football club celebrated its Centenary year, the Reigate Priory Reserves. The club remain members of the league highlight of which was a celebratory dinner held at Reigate today. Manor Hotel at which over 150 people attended. Many players Although the facilities were basic the early matches were played both past and present attended along with guests from The in the original sports field which was in upper South Park Football Association and Surrey County Football Association. The between Crescent Road and Church Roa d. In 1925 under the club was presented with its own unique framed certificate from direction of Canon Gregory from the local church, the football the Football Association to mark this occasion. The club was once club together with the village cricket club formed the South Park again celebrating in 1998 when Geof Thatcher was awarded a Sports Association with the aim of the Association to provide Gold Medal by the Football Association to commemorate over 50 sport and sporting facilities for the people of South Park. Within a years service to football, the whole period with our club dating few years it was realised that this new concept would be better back to the war years when the club only played friendly matches served by an improvement in facilities and playing conditions. as their was no competitive football durin g the war. Fortunately for both clubs, suitable land existed in Whitehall Lane, 2001 saw Reigate Town Football Club move to South Park and the the clubs current home and with the co-operation of the public club became known as South Park & Reigate Town Football Club. spirited landowner, Harold Swannack, four acres of ground were In 2002 the club saw the formation of the first girls team to play purchased there. Always strapped for cash in these early years, under the clubs name and we now have four girls teams. The the money was raised for the field largely by public subscription, following year saw the introduction of the youth team who are which included door to door collections. currently playing in the Southern Youth Floodlight League. The In order to preserve the land as a per manent sports ground, great youth team played th eir home matches at Merstham Football foresight was exercised in vesting the land and subsequent Club from 2003-2007 as at the time we did not have floodlights. purchases of further lots of two acres and four acres making ten For the 2003/04 season the club reverted back to its original acres in all in the National Playing Fields Association, now known name of South Park Football Club. In February 2004 the club as Fields in Trust. The land became known as the King Georges became only the fifth in Surrey to be awarded the status of FA Field from 1935. The changing rooms were located on the far side Charter Standard Community Club. In 2006 the first team were of the field from Whitehall Lane at the bottom of the number two football pitch. promoted to the Combined Counties Football League and as our new changing facilities were being built played their home Although the facilities were an improvement on their previous matches at Cranleigh. In their first season in the Combined home they remained basic. The football club flourished in the Counties League the team finished in seventh place in the league. years leading to the Second Great War but obviously declined 2007 saw the completion of our new changing rooms and the during and immediately after it. A handful of stewards rallied to erection of floodlights around our main pitch. This ensured that the cause however and quickly resurrected its fortunes. One our first and youth teams could now play their home matches in legacy of the hostilities, the air raid shelter, became the focus of South Park. The 2008/09 season saw another landmark in the attenti on when it became clear that further improvements were history of the club when we hosted Shoreham in our first ever FA needed to the facilities if sporting aspirations were to be advanced. Thus it was that a shower room and toilet block and a Vase game. modest clubhouse were attached to this building. Funding for this The 2009/10 season saw the club finish in their highest position was achieved through the tireless efforts of the Friends of South (6th) since joining the Combined Counties League. The club has Park Sports Association organisation. Despite these commendable continued to progress and in August 2010 our stand was erected efforts, the Association lived for many years on a hand to mouth which gives us the ground grading required for the first team to basis with the management all too frequently having to put their gain promotion. The 2010/11 season saw the club p articipate in hands into their own pockets to ensure its survival. the FA Cup for the time with an away tie against Greenwich During this period the playing side of the football club flourished Borough in the extra preliminary round. This game was covered with numerous honours won in the local leagues and cups by ITV Sport to start their Road to Wembley coverage as were our together with appearances in County Cup finals. The club were subsequent ties against Horsham YMCA and Cray Wanderers. The also honoured in the fact that a number of players progressed to first team won the Surrey Premier Cup Final and the Lemon seni or football with clubs such as Redhill and Eastbourne Town in Recordings Division One Challenge Cup in addition to being the fifties and sixties, the heyday of non league football. The promoted to the Premier Divis ion of the Cherry Red Records seventies and eighties brought further improvements to the Combined Counties League. changing facilities and clubroom and the purchase of the land It must also be noted that without the tireless efforts of the late that is now our main pitch was made. In the early seventies the Fred Dearmun, Geof Thatcher, Ray Wilson and Geof Arnold to football club started the junior section. Over the years the number name but a few, the club would not be in the position it is today. x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 8

BW8 NATIONAL LEAGUE SYSTEM - STEP 5/6 REVIEW The FA recently updated Leagues and Clubs on the 5 clubs invited to attend a series of regional meetings current position with regard to a review of the Step 5/6 to consider the current situation and have any structure of the National League System. (The STL concerns explained to them. The first was held last Northern League First Division is at Step 5). Sunday at Thurrock in Essex, with three more in the There was always the intention, as part of the overall coming weeks, at Leeds, Leicester and Yeovil. restructure, to align the number of promotion places to Based upon the feedback from both the leagues and Step 4 (Evo-Stik Division 1) with the number of clubs meetings the Leagues Committee will determine relegation places available. With Step 4 now established the way forward. The Review Group will also be looking with six Divisions and 12 possible relegation places, the at Step 6 (STL Northern League Second Division is at Leagues Committee established a Review Group to Step 6) in more detail in the coming months. explore the possibility of reducing the current 14 Step 5 Commenting on the project Mike Appleby, Leagues and Divisions down to 12. Clubs Manager, emphasised that this was very much A consultation process began in September with the work in progress and that no final decision had been Review Group meeting individually with each of the Step made. “There are a number of inaccurate rumours P 5/6 competitions. Following these meetings it was circulating at the present time and we must await the established that there was a majority of leagues in outcome of the consultation process before any final favour of such a reorganisation taking place at Step 5. recommendation is made. At a meeting with all Step 5 leagues held on 8 January at Part of the original aims of the restructure process was to Burton Albion FC, the Review Group presented their try to equalise the travelling of clubs. It is inevitable current thinking. An example of how a new structure therefore that some clubs will find an increase in their might look was presented. It was emphasised that the travel whilst some will see a reduction. example shown included all current Step 5 clubs and did The leagues themselves have asked that Step 5 and 6 be not take into account if the club fully complied with the reviewed and we are following this through but I reiterate appropriate grading criteria. that no decision has been made and will not be made There will also be two season’s normal club movements until the consultation process has been completed." by way of promotion and relegation to take into Should any restructure take place it will go into account. The meeting also highlighted the following: effect from season 2013/2014 • That every effort should be made to establish 12 Step 5 Ref: www.thefa.com divisions each of 22 clubs. • To be included, Clubs must achieve Ground Grading Category F, as independently verified, by 31 March Today’s FA Vase presentation 2013. Before today’s game, at approximately 2.30pm, • So as to not disadvantage any club, all clubs that meet there will be a special presentation made to the F Grade will be included in the new structure and Whitley Bay Football Club to recognise their to facilitate this, in the first season, 2013/2014, the unique achievement in winning the FA Vase for number of clubs in each division may vary between 22 three consecutive years. and 25. John Ward, Chairman of the FA Vase Committee, • By adjustments being made to the number of will present the Club with a specially Illuminated relegated clubs from Step 5 over the following one or Scroll. The Club will also receive a miniature Vase. two seasons, numbers would reduce to 22 clubs. The presentation will take place on the pitch in • The next stage of the consultation process sees all Step front of the main stand. E x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 9

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BW10 BAY OPPORTUNITIES At Whitley Bay FC we strive to offer a wide range of sponsorship opportunities to our supporters and corporate clients. Details of the packages that we offer are available on request. We know that these offer exceptional value for money and can be tailored to suit your individual and company's needs and budget. As holders of the FA Carlsberg Vase, we pride ourselves in creating new partnerships and links with the local business community. We have greatly improved our corporate facilities over the last few seasons and hope that you will take up the opportunity to join us in the warm and friendly environment of Whitley Bay Football Club. It is the club's ambition to take Whitley Bay FC to the next level and beyond, and with your help and support this can become a reality. Whatever your intentions, whet her it be to increase your company profile or simply to enjoy a day out at the football, we can assure you that the 'Bays' match day experience will be first class. To discuss any sponsorship requirements that you may have please contact the Club in the following way:- Tel Chairman: Paul Mcilduff 07967728562 Should you feel that you or your company could offer Tel Club: (0191) 291 3637 assistance to Whitley Bay FC in any way, please do not E-mail: [email protected] hesitate to contact the club to discuss your proposal further.

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BW12 A brief history of Whitley Bay Football Club

1970’s The early 1970’s saw Bay’s successes continue with the League Cup being won in 1970/71, and the County Cup in 1970/71 and 1972/73. With the demise of amateur football the Club’s fortunes took a nosedive, culminating in them havin g to apply for re-election to the League in 1979/80. 1980’s In 1987/88, with fortunes rising, the club joined the Northern Premier League. In 1989/90 the Bay had their best ever run in the FA Cup, when they reached the 3rd Round, going down 1-0 at Rochdale, after a 1-0 win at then League side Scarborough, and in the 2nd Round defeating former winners Preston North End 2-0 in front of the BBC Match of the Day cameras. 1990’s The following season Whitley won not only the First Division Cup for the second time but also the Championship and promotion to the Premier Division. They finished in 11th spot in the 1993/94 season, their best position in the Premier Division. A decline in fortunes followed during the later 90’s and in 2000 Whitley were relegated back to the Northern League. 2000’s A new century marked the beginning of the most successful period in the club’s history as they rose to national prominence with record breaking achievements in the FA Vase. The 2001/02 season proved to be one of the most memorable in the clubs’ history when in only their second season in the competition and against all expectations they won the FA Vase at Villa Park, thanks to a spectacular Ian Chandler header in extra tim e against their Eastern League opponents Tiptree United. With expectations high, things didn’t go to plan the following season 1950’s and only 12 months after leading the team to Vase glory, The present Whitley Bay Football Club was formed in 1950 and Manager Andy Gowens resigned. was known as Whitley Bay Athletic. From 1950 until 1955 The appointment of Ian Chandler as Manager in January 2004 Athletic were members of the Northern Alliance, winning the proved a masterstroke, with another Vase winner, Steve Cuggy League Championship once and the League Cup twice. In returning as coach. Few could have imagined the unprecedented 1952/53 they became the first amateur team for sixty years to success th at would follow in the next seven years. win the Northumberland Senior Cup. In 1958 a limited company was formed, the Athletic dropped from the title and the club In Ian Chandler’s first full season in charge Whitley won the th joined the Northern League. Northumberland Senior Cup and a respectable 5 place in the league was also attained, but much more was to follow in 1960’s 2006/07 which was a season to savour for the fans as Whitley During the 1960’s Whitley Bay became one of the top amateur won the league title on the final day of the season with a 3-1 clubs in the country. They won the Northern League title in win at Durham City. The honours didn’t end there as goalkeeper 1964/65 and 1965/66, as well as the League Cup in 1964/65. The Terry Burke was named Northern League Player of the Year with Club won the Northumberland Senior Cup six times in ten years. Lee Kerr the Young Player of the Year, while Ian Chandler took But it was in the Amateur Cup that Whitley rose to national the Manager of the Year award. As the only club to score more prominence, reaching the semi-finals twice and the quarter than 100 league goals Whitley’s brand of exciting attacking play finals four times. The quarter final against Hendon in 1965 set was a joy to watch. the ground record, when 7301 supporters packed into Hillheads In 2007/08 the highlight of the season came in the FA Vase when Park only to see Hendon win 3-1. Whitley reached the semi-final stage having beaten the holders x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 13

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and hot favourites Truro City 3-0 in Cornwall. Another long trip But once again Wembley beckoned when after victories over in the quarter-finals took them to Hungerford Town where they Alsager Town, Boldmere St Michaels, Poole Town, Chertsey Town, won 1-0. Disaster struck in the first leg of the semi final at Shi ldon and an epic two legged semi final against Barwell, Lowestoft where a 4-0 win for the Trawlermen made them firm Whitley Bay reached the FA Vase Final for the third time and for favourites to go through but in a fantastic second leg Whitley the second successive season. This time Bay’s opponents were were three up after only 24 minutes but could not manage a Wroxham from the Eastern Counties League. The thousands of crucial fourth. Both legs were pla yed in front of just over 2000 fans who made the trip from the north east to Wembley were spectators. Off the field long serving Secretary Derek Breakwell celebrating after only 21 seconds when Paul Chow took was presented with the Arthur Clark Memorial Trophy for his advantage of hesitation in the Wroxham defence to sc ore the services to the Northern League. fastest goal ever seen in a Wembley Final. Although Wroxham 2008/09 was a season that Bay fans will never forget. The FA got an equaliser, Whitley’s lead was soon restored when a Vase once again took centre stage with Manchester side Abbey Richard Hodgson free kick was turned into his own net by a Hey being Whitley’s first opponents. The visitors went 2-0 up Wroxham defender. Lee Kerr's spectacular effort after just 50 and only a late equaliser from Chris Moore took the game to seconds of the second half ensured the Vase would be coming extra time where Bay ran out 5-2 winners. Hard fought victories back to Whitley Bay for a record equalling third time. Further at Penrith and Bootle and then home wins against Stratford goals from Adam Johnston, Paul Robinson and Josh Gillies Town and Biggleswade Town took Whitley into the semi-final for completed the 6-1 victory, the highest score in the history of the the second year running where they were once again paired with FA Vase Final. Paul Chow was also named Man of the Match. Lowestoft. Bay had home advantage in the 1st leg and in front of Last season again saw Whitley finish 3rd in the league, but only a crowd of 2,947 goals from Paul Chow and Lee Kerr gave them goal difference denied them runners up spot. Could they make it a 2-1 lead to take to Crown Meadow. In the 2nd leg a capacity three FA Vase wins in a row? It had never been done before and crowd of 2,250 saw Bay’s lead wiped out inside 3 minutes but an despite comfortable home victories over AFC Liverpool and equaliser from Leon Ryan and a superb display from the whole Dunstable Tow n, several times it took late goals to keep Whitley team saw Whitley Bay become the first North East side to reach on course, notably at Herne Bay and Dunston. Inevitably, the the new Wembley where their opponents were Glossop North semi final was drama packed, as two very late goals, the second End from the North West Counties League. And what an in stoppage time, gave Whitley a crucial 2-1 lead to bring back occasion it was. With 12,212 fans in the stadium goal s from Lee from Poole Town. The return leg at Hillheads saw Poole take an Kerr and Paul Chow (his 40th of the season) brought the FA Vase early lead but a Paul Chow hat trick sent the Bay back to back to Whitley Bay for the 2nd time in 7 years. Lee Kerr also was Wembley where Coalville Town gave Whitley th eir toughest test voted the Man of the Match. yet and an epic Final was decided by Paul Chow’s 86th minute 2009/10 was yet another memorable season with Whitley winner as Whitley triumphed 3-2. Chow, who had scored in fighting on four fronts for honours. Despite fixture congestion every round, and Kerr, had twice given Whitley the lead as they counting against them, they won the Northumberland Senior both set the remarkable record of scoring in three consecutive Cup at St James Park, defeating Ashington 2-1. Whitley had Vase Finals. A great display from keeper Terry Burke earned him previousl y beaten a strong Newcastle United Reserve side in the the man of the match award on his last appearance of an Semi-Final. The Bay reached the semi final of the League Cup but outstanding career. went down 2-1 to South Shields. For a third successive season, And so Whitley Bay completed a record breaking hat trick of they finished 3rd in the league despite a backlog of fixtures due Vase successes and became the first team ever to win the trophy to the severe winter weather. four times. x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 14

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Kyle Hayes Gareth Williams Callum Anderson Goalkeeper Defender Defender Sponsored by The Soviets Kyle was signed in the summer of 2010 having Cheeks as he is known to everyone, signed for Callum is another young player to make the 1st played for the reserves the previous season. He Whitley during the summer of 2010 from team after impressive performances for the made a quick impact and following the neighbours Blyth Spartans where he had spent reserves. He shows great maturity for a player retirement of Terry Burke at the end of last 10 years. He is a cultured defender who reads the only 21 years of age. He was a member of the season he is now the Club’s undisputed No1 game well and was a key member of last year’s squad at Wembley in 2009 and played the whole ‘keeper. Aged just 19, he was voted Young Player Vase winning side. game in both the 2010 and 2011 Vase Finals. of the Year last season. He made 35 appearances and was on the bench at Wembley.

Brian Smith Chris Reid David Coulson Defender Defender Defender

Brian returned to Hillheads last summer for Chris has just rejoined the club following a period First signed during 2004/05 from Spennymoor another spell at the Club and added strength to playing in Australia for Brisbane Athletic. He came United and after joining Blyth in the summer the defence. He is a big powerful defender who through the Club Academy eventually making the returned to Hillheads in October. A quick hard misses nothing the air and scores his fair amount first team squad. However with first team tackling defender who gives attackers no time on of goals. Brian appeared at Wembley last season, appearances limited he left for regular first team the ball. Captained the team to FA Vase glory at coming off the bench during the second half of football at West Allotment Celtic. Now with the Wembley in 2009 but missed out on the big day the Vase Final. experience behind him Chris is expected to be the the following year after snapping his cruciate first choice centre half ligament during the semi final. Came off the bench at Wembley against Coalville last season.

Craig McFarlane Damon Robson Paul Robinson Defender/ Midfield Midfield Midfield Sponsored by Kevin Crozier Joinery Services Craig has become a versatile, influential and very Damon signed for the club from Horden C.W. Paul signed from Newcastle Blue Star. He is an popular player since joining the club during near the end of the 2005/06 season. A busy, attacking midfielder who is a favourite with the 2008/09 from Bedlington Terriers. He was influential midfield player with good ball fans. Formerly with York City he has also played for previously a member of our academy before distribution. He has also been at Newcastle Bedlington Terriers. Paul has played in all three joining Sunderland as a junior. He started all United and Bishop Auckland. He captained the Wembley Finals. He scored in the 2010 Vase Final three games at Wembley and was voted Players side last season and has started all three games and set up the second goal in the 2011 Final. Won and Supporters Player of the Year last season, at Wembley. the Goal of the Season, BBC Newcastle Player of the when he also won the goal of the season award. Year, Club Player of the Year, Players Player of the Year and Supporters Player of the Year in 2009/10.

Lee Paul Scroggins Gary Ormston Kyle Downey Midfield Midfield Midfield

First played for the club in 2002/03 season. Gary signed for the club during the summer of A promising youngster who looks set to make the Returned to Hillheads this summer from South 2010 from Consett. Gary is a quick right sided step up from the reserves after impressing during Shields. A strong hard tackling midfielder who player who established himself in the side last pre-season. also has a good goal scoring record. season and was in the starting line up at Kyle is also still eligible to play for the successful Wembley. New Hartley Juniors and has recently been selected for the Northumberland FA County Youth Team x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:42 Page 17

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David Pounder Chris Fawcett Paul Chow Midfield Midfield Forward Sponsored by www.iangordon.tv David joined the club during the summer of 2010 Returned to Hillheads in November after a short Paul joined the club from Jarrow Roofing, where he had from Consett. A left sided player who has speed spell at Ashington. First signed in October 2008 been a prolific scorer. Paul is a lethal striker, forming a and goal scoring ability. He was in the Wembley from Newcastle Blue Star. A very quick left sided great partnership with Lee Kerr. He scored his 40th goal starting line up against Coalville. player who can cause all sorts of problems for of the season and Bay’s second at Wembley in 2009. Paul made history in the 2010 Vase Final by scoring after defenders. Chris came off the bench during the only 21 seconds, the fastest goal at the new Wembley 2009 Vase Final but missed out in the 2010 and and the fastest ever in any Wembley Cup Final. Last 2011 Finals. season he scored in every round of the Vase, including twice at Wembley and is now the club’s 5th top scorer of all time. He won both Northern League and BBC Newcastle Player of the Year awards last season.

Robbie Dale Lee Kerr Forward Forward Sponsored by Rod Finlay

Robbie Dale joined during the summer from Blyth A member of the Academy who stepped up to Spartans, for whom he was a good goal scorer senior football, he has always been a natural striker. and fans’ favourite during the seven year spell at Lee set a unique record during 2004/05, becoming the only player ever to have scored in the FA Cup, Croft Park. A tremendous acquisition, Robbie is a FA Vase and FA Youth Cup in the same season. Last tall skilful striker who will prove a real handful for season he overtook Ian Chandler’s total of 156 opposition defences in the Northern League. goals to become the all time third top scorer for the club. Lee scored the first goal at Wembley in 2009 and was voted Man of the Match and was on the score sheet again in both the 2010 and 2011 Finals.

Ian Chandler Brian Rowe Glen Martin Manager Assistant Physio Manager/ Defender Ian is the Club’s fourth top goalscorer with Brian returned as a player to Hillheads last An approved FA Physio, highly respected by the 156 to his name. He also played season and has just been appointed Assistant players and Management. Glen assists with professionally at Barnsley and Aldershot, Manager. He is a no nonsense, hard tackling coaching and players pre and post match and locally at Blyth, Durham, Bishop defender. After leaving the Bay in 2008 Brian preparations. Always has final say on players’ won the Northern League Player of The Year fitness and availability in order to protect them Auckland and briefly at Jarrow Roofing award while at Sunderland Nissan and then from long term damage. Had the players in peak before returning to Whitley Bay to take joined Jarrow Roofing and helped them to condition for all three Wembley Finals. over as Manager in 2004. Ian won the promotion back to Division One. Northern League Manager of the Year title for 2006/07 after guiding the team to the League Championship. He holds a unique record having sco red the winner in the Adam Furness David Sproat 2002 FA Vase Final and later managing the Coach Goalkeeping winning team, leading Whitley to Vase glory at Wembley in 2008/09 and again in Coach/Kit Man 2009/10 and 2010/11. He was also voted Northern League Manager of the Year on all Adam has joined the club as first team coach Goalkeeper who played for the club alongside three occasions, another unique record. following a period at Bishop Auckland. He has manager Ian Chandler from 1999-2002. also managed at Brandon United and Esh Returned to Hillheads at the start of the 2009/10 Winning. He holds a EUFA ‘A’ Coaching Badge season to assist in coaching first team and is also a highly respected member of the goalkeepers. Has been part of the 2010 and 2011 Northumberland FA Football Development Team. FA Vase winning coaching team. Bay fan since the age of 12. x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 18

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2000/01 1 THORNABY ON TEES WON 3 ‐ 0 AET AWAY 2007/08 4 LONG BUCKBY WON 1 ‐ 0 HOME 2000/01 2 TOW LAW TOWN LOST 0 ‐ 1 AWAY 2007/08 5 TRURO CITY WON 3 ‐ 0 AWAY 2000/01 2QF COLNE WON 1 ‐ 0 AWAY 2007/08 6 HUNGERFORD TOWN WON 1 ‐ 0 AWAY 2001/02 1 DUNSTON FB WON 3 ‐ 2 AWAY 2007/08 SF 1ST LEG LOWESTOFT TOWN LOST 0 ‐ 4 AWAY 2001/02 2 GUISBOROUGH TOWN DREW 2 ‐ 2AET AWAY 2007/08 SF 2ND LEG LOWESTOFT TOWN WON 3 ‐ 0 HOME 2001/02 2(REPLAY) GUISBOROUGH TOWN WON 2 ‐ 0 HOME 2008/09 2 ABBEY HEY WON 5 ‐ 2AET HOME 2001/02 3 BILLINGHAM TOWN WON 2 ‐ 1 AWAY 2008/09 3 PENRITH WON 1 ‐ 0 AWAY 2001/02 4 MILTON KEYNES CITY WON 5 ‐ 1 HOME 2008/09 4 BOOTLE WON 3 ‐ 1 AWAY 2001/02 5 BRIGG TOWN DREW 3 ‐ 3AET HOME 2008/09 5 STRATFORD TOWN WON 2 ‐ 0 HOME 2001/02 5(REPLAY) BRIGG TOWN WON 3 ‐ 0 AWAY 2008/09 6 BIGGLESWADE TOWN WON 5 ‐ 2 HOME 2001/02 6 CLITHEROE WON 2 ‐ 1 AWAY 2008/09 SF 1ST LEG LOWESTOFT TOWN WON 2 ‐ 1 HOME 2001/02 SF 1ST LEG DURHAM CITY WON 2 ‐ 1 HOME 2008/09 SF 2ND LEG LOWESTOFT TOWN DREW 1 ‐ 1 AWAY 2001/02 SF 2ND LEG DURHAM CITY DREW 1 ‐ 1 AWAY 2008/09 FINAL GLOSSOP NORTH END WON 2 ‐ 0 AT WEMBLEY 2001/02 FINAL TIPTREE UNITED WON 1 ‐ 0 AT VILLA PARK 2009/10 2 ALSAGER TOWN WON 2 ‐ 0 HOME 2002/03 2 BILLINGHAM SYNTHONIA WON 1 ‐ 0 AWAY 2009/10 3 BOLDMERE ST MICHAELS WON 3 ‐ 1 HOME 2002/03 3 DUNSTON FB WON 2 ‐ 0 AWAY 2009/10 4 POOLE TOWN WON 3 ‐ 1 HOME 2002/03 4 WOOTON BLUE CROSS WON 2 ‐ 1AET AWAY 2009/10 5 CHERSTEY TOWN DREW 1 ‐ 1AET AWAY 2002/03 5 OADBY TOWN LOST 1 ‐ 2AET HOME 2009/10 5(REPLAY ) CHERSTEY TOWN WON 2 ‐ 1 HOME 2003/04 2 CLITHEROE WON 2 ‐ 0 AWAY 2009/10 6 SHILDON WON 6 ‐1 AWAY 2003/04 3 MOSSLEY LOST 0 ‐ 4 AWAY 2009/10 SF 1ST LEG BARWELL DREW 3 ‐ 3 AWAY 2004/05 2QF WASHINGTON NISSAN WON 6 ‐ 1 AWAY 2009/10 SF 2ND LEG BARWELL WON 3 ‐ 2 HOME 2004/05 1 NEWCASTLE BLUE STAR WON 3 ‐ 1 HOME 2009/10 FINAL WROXHAM WON 6 ‐ 1 AT WEMBLEY 2004/05 2 THACKLEY LOST 1 ‐ 3 AWAY 2010/11 2 THACKLEY WON 1 ‐ 0 AWAY 2005/06 2QF SUNDERLAND NISSAN LOST 2 ‐ 4 AWAY 2010/11 3 AFC LIVERPOOL WON 7 ‐ 1 HOME 2006/07 1QF ESH WINNING WON 4 ‐ 0 AWAY 2010/11 4 DUNSTABLE TOWN WON 5 ‐ 1 HOME 2006/07 2QF MORPETH TOWN WON 3 ‐ 2 AWAY 2010/11 5 HERNE BAY WON 2 ‐ 1 AWAY 2006/07 1 BILLINGHAM TOWN WON 1 ‐ 0 AWAY 2010/11 6 DUNSTON UTS WON 2 ‐ 1 AWAY 2006/07 2 CONGLETON TOWN WON 3 ‐ 1 AWAY 2010/11 SF 1ST LEG POOLE TOWN WON 2 ‐ 1 AWAY 2006/07 3 COALVILLE TOWN WON 1 ‐ 0 HOME 2010/11 SF 2ND LEG POOLE TOWN WON 3 ‐ 1 HOME 2006/07 4 SLIMBRIDGE LO ST 0 ‐ 1 AWAY 2010/11 FINAL COALVILLE TOWN WON 3 ‐ 2 AT WEMBLEY 2007/08 2 HEBBURN TOWN WON 4 ‐ 1 AWAY 2011/12 2 TADCASTER ALBION WON 4 ‐ 1 HOME 2007/08 3 FLIXTON WON 6 ‐ 0 HOME 2011/12 3 BRIDLINGTON TOWN WON 5 ‐ 1 HOME SUMMARY PLAYED 64 WON 51 DRAWN 6 LOST 7 GOALS FOR 164 GOALS AGAINST 61 28 GAMES UNBEATEN 100TH VASE GOAL - LEE KERR v GLOSSOP AT WEMBLEY x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 20

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Forthcoming Fixtures HALF TIME QUIZ Today FA Vase Carlsberg 4th Round 1. Which Surrey team did Whitley play in the FA Vase two years ago? Billingham Synthonia v Runcorn Town 2. Where is the current Test Match series between Pakistan and Bitton v West Auckland Town England being played? Bournemouth v Royston Town 3. South Park’s ground is less than 10 miles from which international Gresley v Three Bridges airport? Newcastle Benfield v Herne Bay 4. Which football club are known as The Chairboys? Newport Pagnell Town v Ashington 5. Which club plays at The Moss Rose? 6. Which Championship club has the same colours as Whitley Bay? Norton United v Peterborough Northern Star 7. Who scored the winner for Manchester City against Wigan on Oadby Town v Ampthill Town Monday? Old Woodstock Town v Bethnal Green United 8. Which former World Champion boxer celebrated his 70th birthday Reading Town v Larkhall Athletic this week? Shortwood United v Enfield 1893 9. Which countries are hosting the 2012 European Football Championships? Tivi dale v Binfield 10. Which is Scotland’s most southerly League team? Tunbridge Wells v St Ives Town Whitley Bay v South Park Willand Rovers v Staveley Miners Welfare Wisbech Town v Dunston UTS Bucket collection in aid of STL Northern League First Division Kidney Research Billingham Town v Newton Aycliffe Bishop Auckland v Norton & Stockton Ancients Consett v Guisborough Town Jarrow Roofing v Marske United Shildon v Tow Law Town South Shields v Spennymoor Town Stokesley SC v Bedlington Terriers Sunderland RCA v Penrith Second Division Chester-le-Street Town v Darlington RA Crook Town v Horden CW Easington Colliery v Washington Esh Winning v Ryton & Crawcrook Albion Gillford Park v Brandon United Hebburn Town v Alnwick town Morpeth Town v North Shields In September Tom Brunton will be doing a trek Northallerton Town v Birtley Town along the Great Wall of China in aid of Kidney Thornaby v Team Northumbria West Allotment Celtic v Whitehaven Research. His aim is to raise over £3000 for the Tuesday 24th January charity, by walking along an 80 mile stretch of the First Division Great Wall over a six day period. Ashington v Spennymoor Town Dunst on UTS v Shildon There will be a bucket collection at the game today Penrith v South Shields and he would be very grateful for whatever Tow Law Town v Stokesley SC support you can give him. Second Division Alnwick Town v Ryton & Crawcrook Albion There will also be a charity box on the bar in the Wednesday 25th January Seahorse Club. First Division Newcastle Benfield v West Auckland Town For further information, log on to Tom’s Second Division website at www.tombrunton.co.uk which gives Morpeth Town v Easington Colliery details of how to donate on line. West Allotment Celtic v Hebburn Town x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 23

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STL Northern League First Division 1 Whitley Bay 29 9 2 2 34 11 8 3 5 38 24 37 56 2 Sunderland RCA 26 5 3 3 31 19 12 1 2 36 18 30 55 3 West Auckland Town 24 5 2 3 27 20 12 2 0 37 16 28 55 4 Dunston UTS 23 5 4 2 17 10 10 2 0 32 9 30 51 5 Spennymoor Town 22 10 2 0 33 6 5 3 2 17 9 35 50 6 Newton Aycliffe 29 9 1 5 31 24 5 7 2 20 12 15 50 7 Ashington 23 6 2 3 31 17 7 2 3 27 20 21 43 8 Bedlington Terriers 26 7 1 5 44 17 5 4 4 25 15 37 41 9 Billingham Synthonia 27 4 4 5 18 19 8 1 5 30 26 3 41 10 Bishop Auckland 27 5 3 4 24 21 6 3 6 29 30 2 39 11 Newcastle Benfield 26 6 1 8 33 25 5 3 3 17 14 11 37 12 Norton & Stockton Ancients 28 5 5 6 26 23 5 2 5 18 17 4 37 13 Marske United 25 5 4 4 22 24 4 3 5 20 27 -9 34 14 Shildon 23 3 4 6 31 26 6 1 3 19 12 12 32 15 Guisborough Town 26 4 4 5 24 25 4 4 5 23 35 -13 32 16 South Shields 26 6 1 8 35 35 2 3 6 22 34 -12 28 17 Penrith 22 5 0 6 24 24 3 1 7 15 34 -19 25 18 Billingham Town 26 2 2 8 18 31 5 1 8 30 31 -14 24 19 Consett 22 4 2 5 22 25 2 2 7 15 22 -10 22 20 Jarrow Roofing 27 1 2 10 10 35 5 1 8 29 44 -40 21 21 Tow Law Town 26 3 0 9 13 27 2 1 11 11 35 -38 16 22 Stokesley Sports Club 27 0 1 14 9 52 0 0 12 6 73 -110 1

Cherry Red Records Combined Counties League Premier Division Pos Team P W D L F A WD L F AGD Pts 1 Guildford City 27 10 3 0 38 11 10 3 1 44 20 51 66 2 Windsor 25 9 1 2 40 6 8 5 0 35 18 51 57 3 Camberley Town 26 7 2 3 34 10 8 2 4 43 29 38 49 4 Egham Town 25 8 2 2 31 17 7 2 4 36 25 25 49 5 Hanworth Villa 24 10 0 1 33 8 6 3 4 36 21 40 48 6 Molesey 24 5 2 6 30 27 9 1 1 33 8 28 45 7 Horley Town 25 3 4 4 17 17 9 0 5 37 22 15 40 8 South Park 24 8 1 5 23 18 4 3 3 20 13 12 40 9 Croydon 27 4 5 3 22 14 5 1 9 19 30 -3 33 10 Badshot Lea 26 6 3 5 24 26 4 0 8 17 26 -11 33 11 Sandhurst Town 25 6 0 6 22 24 5 0 8 18 33 -17 33 12 Ash United 27 5 5 4 30 26 4 0 9 18 28 -6 32 13 Epsom & Ewell 25 5 2 6 22 24 4 3 5 19 23 -6 32 14 Cove 27 4 1 10 28 51 5 4 3 22 19 -20 32 15 Dorking 25 4 2 6 14 25 5 1 7 18 28 -21 30 16 Raynes Park Vale 25 4 1 7 16 31 5 2 6 21 33 -27 30 17 Wembley 24 3 2 8 19 25 4 5 2 20 17 -3 28 18 Banstead Athletic 26 5 1 8 21 31 2 4 6 11 35 -34 26 19 Colliers Wood United 24 3 2 5 23 29 4 2 8 20 32 -18 25 20 Farnham Town 24 3 4 7 18 27 2 2 6 10 23 -22 21 21 Chessington & Hook United 25 3 2 8 23 40 3 1 8 14 29 -32 21 22 Mole Valley SCR 26 0 1 11 13 42 4 2 8 18 29 -40 15 x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 27

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Lee Carter, chairman of Blue Square Bet Premier club gone unpaid, save for some minor expenses. Despite AFC Telford United, issued a call to arms to the problems only Darren Marsden has left, joining supporters – and backed the club to ride “the perfect Ryman League Division One South side Folkestone storm” currently engulfing non League football. Invicta, and the squad have continued to get results. Darlington’s plight is well known while Kettering Town Bay boss Simon Halsey is full of praise for his players, are also thought to be teetering on the brink. But who paid for yesterday’s flights up to Newcastle Carter believes Telford are ahead of the game by themselves to ensure their preparation is right for the formulating a plan, and a meeting this week of the Vase game. He said: “Negotiations are going on to get ‘Club Improvement Team’ – made up of the Board, a main sponsor but nothing’s settled at the moment. Trustees and Peer Review staff – has urged fans to The lads are still playing for bits and pieces, all credit play their part. “Football and th e economy in general is to them paying for their own flights this weekend. facing a perfect storm – and we’ve seen that in the They’ve just carried on, we hardly talk about it football world with the number of our rivals and anymore beyond me keeping them up to date with competitors in financial trouble,” said Carter. “These what’s going on. I can’t praise them enough. “We’re are unprecedented circumstances and if you look back completely focused on the Newcastle game now. over the years you’ll see that I have been forecasting They’re strong, direct and have a strik er which this all along. It was always going to happen when you everything goes through. I’m not going to worry too have clubs with gates no higher than ourselves much about them, we know it’ll be a battle for 90 carrying large deb ts and large playing budgets,” he minutes but if we play like we’ve been doing for the added. “People are cutting back on what they spend last few weeks and nick an early goal I fancy us to get once they are inside the stadium as well but rather a result.” Bay took another step towards the Kent than closing the door after the horse has bolted, we League title last weekend when they came from are going to be a team with a plan. The meeting last behind to beat Lordswood 3-1. There was more good night was very positive and what we are talking about news, with nearest challengers Erith Town and is almost a call to arms for our supporters – we’ve still Canterbury City drawing with each other, leaving got a very exciting future but we need them on board.” Halsey’s side with a commanding fourteen-point Carter wants the fans to embrace what he has labelled cushion at the top. He said: “It was a great result ‘the spirit of 2004’, when supporters came together to because it gave us another two-point advantage. Erith form a new club after the old Telford United went play their game in hand on Saturday while we’re in the bust. “There is a part of this football club, and I include Vase, on paper they should beat Greenwich Borough, myself in this, that has rather forgotten the spirit of but you never know. It’s absolutely ours to lose now. 2004 and how important our individual contributions The way it stands now we need to get twent y-six are,” he said. “From buying that extra cup of coffee at points from the twelve games we’ve got left to win the a game to buying a draw ticket, it all makes a league. That’s if Erith win all their games, so if they difference.” falter it takes that calculation down a bit.” Amid financial uncertainty off the field, Kent Truro City have warded off winding up by the tax man Hurlimann League club Herne Bay’s players have dug with an 11th hour payment of their tax debts. The Blue into their own pockets to pay for flights up to the Square Bet South club faced going to the wall at north east for their FA Vase game this Saturday. The London's High Court on Monday. However, when the Kent League leaders face Newcastle Benfield in a case was called, Registrar Nicholls was told that just Fourth Round tie, with the winners progressing into before 9.00 am – a mere two hours before the hearing the last sixteen. Their season was thrown into disarray - the tax debt had been "paid in full." As a result the several weeks ago when their chairman and main judge, at the request of counsel for Her Majesty's sponsor was forced to withdraw support due to Revenue and Customs, adjourned the matter for two financial difficulties. Ever since the players have largely weeks until January 30 to check that the payment has x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 31

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been made and has gone through. Provided that has specialist building firm. He added: "We feel for happened, the winding up proceedings will then be Darlington, their problems are on a much bigger scale dismissed. Club chairman Kevin Heaney said: "I have than ours and we enjoy a terrific relationship with just left the High Court in London and can confirm them. that the outstanding six figure sum has been paid in But we desperately need help as well and, right now, full to HM Revenue and Customs. So from now on it is we need it more than ever. We’ve progressed at a rapid business as usual, with team strengthening and our rate over the last three or four years and have continued commitment to the Stadium for Cornwall overcome every hurdle up to now, winning the Second project. We will now be seeking to have the League's Division title last season. We’re now enjoying a transfer embargo lifted just as soon as possible so that tremendous debut season in the First Division, but that we can start strengthening our squad again. can only be maintained with more corporate support. We are immensely grateful to everyone who has stuck As with everything in life, you get what you pay for, by the club and helped in all sorts of ways over the and to service a team in the t op six of the Northern last few extremely difficult months. I will be at League comes at a price. "We’re competing against top Bromley for our next match, this Saturday, and I very clubs, with years of tradition and big backing behind much look forward to seeing as many as possibl e of them, with a third of their budget, and that’s our fantastic away supporters there - followed, of testament to our lads and the fact they’re with us for course, by our next home match a week later against Staines Town. Now it's time for a fresh start - onwards the right reasons. But if were to keep this fantastic and upwards, as they say." When the club was last group of players together, we need more support, and before the court in October last year a different if we don’t get it over the next few weeks then well Registrar granted it an adjournment until Monday to have to make some very difficult decisions which give it a chance to clear its debts. Failure to clear the won’t go down well with our brilliant supporters." The debt would almost certainly hav e led to the club being Newtonians have overseen a £350,000 redevelopment wound up. of their Moore Lane Park ground, to bring it up to FA ground regulations, making it one of the most modern Local News non-league set-ups in the region. They also enjoy As crisis club Darlington battled for survival, some of the biggest crowds in the Northern League, neighbouring Newton Aycliffe this week called on averaging more than 200 for home games. local businesses to rescue its own season. The STL Oliver, who has also ma naged Crook Town and West Northern League club is on the brink of losing its star Auckland, added: "The great thing about us is that we players after a chronic lack of business support has have a fantastic new facility which is more than good left it short of money. Now manager Alan Oliver is enough for our level of football, so we don’t need a pleading for help from local firms to help him keep his great deal of investment off the field. We have promi sing young squad together. After three everything in place, a hugely promising young squad promotions in the last four years, Aycliffe now need full of enthusiasm currently sitting sixth in the First more business backing if they’re to build on the rapid Division, so the potential is there for a business, or progress they’ve made in recent seasons. Last month, business es, to really take things forward. the club’s leading goalscorer Elliott Gardner was tempted away by rivals West Auckland Town, As a businessman myself, I appreciate we’re in a promoting fears that a lack of cash could see other difficult economic environment, but we’re not talking players quit the club. Aycliffe climbed from the parks about a huge amount of money. We have a hard of the Durham Alliance League to the Northern League working committee of volunteers making sure top flight in quick succession. "It has reached a critical everything is taken care of behind the scenes, we just point where we desperately need more support from simply need footballminded backers who have the local firms," said Oliver, who also runs his own passion and ambition to take us to the next level." x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 32 x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 33

This Day in Football BW33 January 21 On 21 January 2005, controversial former Chelsea owner Ken Bates The things they say completed his takeover of Leeds United, purchasing a 50% stake for £10 million. Do we really need him? You journalists certainly In 1982, Bates bought Chelsea, then in the Second Division, for £1 do. Inter Milan coach Claudio Ranieri gives (also assuming responsibility for their massive debts). His 21 years there were successful but volatile, going through 9 different nothing away when pressed on the issue of managers, but ending with the club in the top flight. Meanwhile, Bates signing Carlos Tevez. drew constant attention, including heavy criticism for his proposal to separate supporters from the pitch with an electric fence. He ended up A blundering fullback could've stuck a couple of selling Chelsea to Roman Abramovitch in 2003 for £140 million. those in - from about four leagues below. Martin When he acquired his stake in Leeds, they were deep in debt and O'Neill bemoans his Sunderland side's struggling in the Championship. Bates' investment allowed the club to stave off an imminent bankruptcy, though they entered administration profligacy after they missed a handful of in 2007 after being relegated to League One. The club was then sold to golden chances in their 1-0 defeat to Chelsea. a company that included Bates as one of the directors, a shady bit of business that marked him as a target for unhappy supporters. The Bloody hell, Ade, you are on 200 grand a week and Guardian's investigation into the club's new ownership resulted in you can't afford to pay a £50 fine. Harry Bates banning the paper's reporters from the club's Elland Road ground in 2009. Redknapp recounts a story from Tottenham training involving on-loan striker Emmanuel January 22 Adebayor. On 22 January 1920, future World Cup-winning England manager and apparent psychic Alf Ramsey was born in London. Liverpool have been wanting to get back to During his playing career as a right back with Southampton winning the Premier League for some time, and (1943-49) and Tottenham (1949-55), Ramsey developed a they don't have Ian Rush, [Kenny] Dalglish and reputation as an intelligent, though not necessarily physically gifted, footballer, earning three caps for England (one of which [Alan] Hansen playing. Andre Villas-Boas finds was the upset loss to the United States in the 1950 World Cup). an interesting way to justify why Frank But he truly revealed the breadth of his genius when he switched Lampard should not be picked based on past to management. His first post as manager was in 1955 with Ipswich Town, then in achievements. the Third Division South. By the end of his second season, he led Everyone thought to a man it was a penalty but them to the Second Division, then in 1961 they were promoted to the First Division--the club's first ever appearance in the top not a woman. Paul Jewell does his bit to boost flight. Although most pundits thought they'd drop back at the relations between male and female relations end of the 1961-62 season, Ramsey and Ipswich defied them all by winning the league that year. when taking a pop at lineswoman Amy Fearn Ramsey's success with Ipswich led to his appo intment as following his Ipswich side's defeat to manager of England in 1963. He embraced the challenge and Birmingham. boldly predicted that England would win the 1966 World Cup. He also shook up the system, personally taking responsibility for At the end of the day, in the Premiership, you have team selection and other decisions that had previously been to score goals. That’s what it’s all about. Ray handled by an FA committee. Ramsey proved his value as a manager and a fortune teller when Wilkins shows he is getting to grips with the hosts England did, in fact, win the 1966 World Cup with a 4-2 basics of the game vi ctory over West Germany in the Final. He was unable to replicate his success, however, and after lacklustre performances Really, I don't know how desperate this "Armand in the 1968 European Championship and 1970 World Cup, Doorn" can be to talk like he's my agent!! He's Ramsey was sacked when England failed to qualify for the 1974 World Cup. nothing for me. Stop lying and show respect. He served time as pundit himself, then briefly served as manager Demba Ba quickly - and effectively - ends for Birmingham City (1977-78), before his death from a heart speculation started by quotes from someone attack in 1999. claiming to represent him. Reference: http://tdifh.b logspot.com/ x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 34

BW34 THE FIRST SEASON OF THE FA VASE - 1974/75 By Harry Watson

The FA Vase replaced the FA Amateur Cup in the In the 4th Round Wallsend Tow n were away to 1974/75 season. Frank Adams a life president of the FA Yorkshire side Sheffield and were the better side in the donated the new trophy. He had a distinguished early stages. They had a goal disallowed on 30 minutes. playing career with Wycombe Wanderers before the Montgomery`s header hit the bar and Trotter following First World War. He joined several committees before up converted the rebound but it was chalked off for an being elected onto the FA committee in 1947. infringement. The only goal came on 50 minutes when 230 clubs played in the inaugural season of the FA Downey`s glancing header beat the Sheffield keeper. Vase with only four from the north east taking part Wallsend continued to pressurise the Sheffield goal and surprisi ngly one from Scotland - Annan Athletic. area but couldn ’t add to their single goal although in a (now a Scottish 3rd Division side) five minute period they forced eight corners but 1-0 The four north east clubs were Norton Cricket Club, was enough to see off a plucky Sheffield outfit. Wallsend Town, Heaton Stannington and Wingate from In the 5th Round Wallsend were again drawn away, Teeside. this time to Lincoln United and their dream of going to In the First Round Annan Athletic beat Norton Cricket Wembley ended but they did not go out without a Club 3-1. The 2nd Round saw Wallsend Town beat fight. Kennedy the ex Lincoln City keeper kept Town at Annan 2-0 while Wingate were at home to Heaton bay early on but it was United who took the lead on 40 Stannington. The report on the game says Wingate had minutes through Williams. Straight after half time chances in the first half to establish a commanding three players were booked for an argument. Bloomer lead. In the 5th minute they almost scored when then put Lincoln 2-0 up on 48 minutes. Town keeper Hamilton headed onto the bar and from the rebound Wilson then made a brilliant save from Brumfield. At Callaghan also headed onto the bar with the keeper this stage Lincoln were well on top and it was no beaten on both occasions. In the 2nd half most of the surprise when they added a third after 80 minutes to play favoured Wingate but the decisive goal came from secure a 3-0 win. This ended the north east interest in Heaton as P Buzzeo took a pass from King and the first season of the FA Vase. slammed the ball into the net in the 75th minute. The highest scores in the first season came in the 1st Wingate could not force an equaliser, so Heaton won through by 1-0. Round when Portfield from Dorset lost 5-4 at home to The 3rd Round was still regionalised and in a match Moneyfield Sports and in the 2nd Round when Friar that was very much a local derby Heaton Stannington Lane Old Boys from Leicestershire beat Bourne Town played hosts to Wallsend Town. The match at Heaton from Lincolnshire 6-4. finished 1-1 in a close encounter. In the replay the The longest match was between Baldock Town and report says Wallsend almost scored in the 2nd minute Wooton Blue Cross with the first game ending 0-0. when Cunningham beat both defender Cramond and With the games not being decided by penalties, the keeper Phillipson inside the penalty but Henderson got first replay finished 2-2 and the 2nd rep lay also ended back to whip the ball off his toe just as he was about 2-2 before Baldock Town won at the fourth attempt 2- to put the ball into the net. 1. Henry went close for Heaton but his header from a In the semi finals Hoddesdon Town from Hertfordshire Buzzeo corner was headed off the line by Hillier. beat Friar Lane Old Boys and Surrey side Epsom & Ewell Wallsend then took the lead when Trotter squared the beat Stamford from Lincolnshire. ball across for Kirkpatrick to score from close range. Hoddesdon Town became the first winners of the FA They went further ahead through Montgomery and the Vase beating Epsom & Ewell 2-1 in front of a crowd of game ended with Town winning 2-0. 10,000 at Wembley. x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 35

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BW36 THRO’ THE YEARS WITH THE BAY by Lynn Bone 1 year ago 22 1 11 FA Carlsberg Vase 4th Round Herne Bay 1 Whitley Bay 2 A stoppage time goal from Paul Chow saw Whitley through to the next round. Paul Robinson was Bay’s other scorer in a dramatic and hard fought cup tie on the Kent coast. 5 years ago 27 1 07 FA Carlsberg Vase 4th Round Slimbridge 1 Whitley Bay 0 After completing a long journey to Paul Robinson celebrates his goal at Herne Bay Gloucestershire, this game was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch, so Whitley had to return the NOSTALGIA NOTE... On 13th January 2003, following weekend and went out to a late goal. Whitley were in FA Vase action at Wooton Blue 10 years ago Cross in Bedfordshire. 19 1 02 FA Carlsberg Vase 4th Round In the 4th Round tie, the Bay went through 2-1 Whitley Bay 5 Milton Keynes City 1 after extra time, with Lee Ludlow scoring both goals. This was a scintillating performance by the Bay. Carr (2), one of which won goal of the season, Anderson, Fenwick and Chandler were Bay’s BAY PLAYERS OF YESTERYEAR scorers. ANDY BLOWER 25 years ago 24 1 87 FA Trophy 2nd Round A wholehearted striker, Andy joined the Bay in 1995 Whitley Bay 1 Gainsborough Trinity 1 during the Unibond (now Evo-Stik) First Division days In a keenly fought cup tie, a Garry Haire goal and enjoyed two spells at Hillheads. His 100% earned the Bay a replay. commitment endeared him to Bay fans and for two consecutive seasons (95-96 and 96-97) he topped the 35 years ago Bay’s goal scoring charts with 16 and 10 goals 22 1 77 Northern League respectively. After a short spell away from the club he Whitley Bay 5 Willington 5 returned during the 97-98 season scoring four goals Topping (2), Fleming (2) and Brown were Bay’s and in a handful of appearances the following season scorers in this extraordinary game. he scored five more to take his total goals tally to 35. 40 years ago Named supporters Player of the Year for 95-96, Andy 22 1 72 Northern League was a beacon of light when the club’s fortunes were South Bank 1 Whitley Bay 4 at a low ebb. He still comes to the occasional Bay game After four consecutive defeats Whitley got back and was last spotted at the FA Vase Final against to winning ways with goals from Ken Storey (2) Coalville in May. and Gatens(2).

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Northern League Cups Total 2011-12 Career As at 16 Jan 2012 Starts Sub Goals Starts Sub Goals Starts Sub Goals Apps Goals Kyle Hayes 26 5 31 0 0 66 0 Craig McFarlane 13 1 5 2 18 1 2 157 20 Brian Smith 13 1 3 2 1 15 2 3 161 19 Callum Anderson 17 2 4 1 21 3 0 97 0 David Coulson 18 2 1 2 20 1 2 254 36 Brian Rowe 1 6 2 1 3 7 0 167 7 Darren Timmons 8 4 3 11 4 0 136 7 Gareth Williams 17 3 6 23 3 0 101 2 Chris Reid 18 3 1 2 2 20 5 1 70 5 David Pounder 21 5 3 6 1 27 6 3 88 9 Gary Ormston 10 9 4 1 14 10 0 77 6 LeePaul Scroggins 21 3 7 6 1 27 3 8 64 13 Damon Robson 20 2 4 4 1 24 3 4 283 11 Paul Robinson 18 1 8 6 1 1 24 2 9 225 60 Paul Chow 25 2 21 4 2 3 29 4 24 242 152 Lee Kerr 21 5 3 4 3 3 25 8 6 387 173 Robbie Dale 25 2 11 5 1 30 3 11 33 11 Chris Fawcett 5 2 3 1 8 0 3 132 13 Kyle Downey 12 1 0 12 1 12 1 Michael McMullen 6 4 1 6 4 1 14 1 Paul Dixon 2 0 2 0 2 0 Alex Redfern 1 0 1 0 1 0 Michael Hammond 1 1 0 0 2 0 Own Goals 1 2 3 Phil Bell 13 4 6 2 2 15 6 6 170 58 Darren Reay 3 0 3 0 47 3 Tom Kindley 1 1 0 0 49 0 Jonny Ball 2 1 3 0 0 3 Chris Bell 2 0 2 0 2 Christie Elliott 1 0 1 0 6 2 Italics = player no longer at club x107090_WBFC_p3_vw_x107090_WBFC_p3_vw 20/01/2012 09:43 Page 38

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