- NUFC (SENIOR CUP) – TICKETING UPDATEOur ground capacity has now been confirmed at 1,500 for this game. We’re expecting a big crowd and it will be first come first served. We’ve opened online sales to Ashington season ticket holders this morning (when logged into their online account) and they will have first chance of purchasing tickets. This will run until… Read more: NUFC (SENIOR CUP) – TICKETING UPDATE
- THOMSON SETS HIMSELF A NEW GOALS TARGETBy Brian Bennett “I’VE GOT A REVISED FIGURE IN MY HEAD – ONLY I’M NOT GOING TO DIVULGE WHAT IT IS!” Ashington FC’s on-loan striker Connor Thomson has set himself a new goals target – only he’s keeping the figure a closely guarded secret! Thomson – who celebrated his 28th birthday last month – linked… Read more: THOMSON SETS HIMSELF A NEW GOALS TARGET
- EXLEY: “IT WAS GOOD TO SCORE ON MY COMEBACK – BUT SECURING THE WIN WAS THE ICING ON THE CAKE”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC defender Charlie Exley said that winning the game at Consett on Saturday was the ‘main thing’ – after he had made a goalscoring return to action having been ruled out for the last four and a half months with an ankle injury. With the scores locked at 1-1 and 20… Read more: EXLEY: “IT WAS GOOD TO SCORE ON MY COMEBACK – BUT SECURING THE WIN WAS THE ICING ON THE CAKE”
- SKINNER ON THE RETURN TO ACTION OF BUDDLE & EXLEYBy Brian Bennett Skipper Nathan Buddle and defender Charlie Exley both returned to action for Ashington following lengthy spells on the sidelines as the Colliers chalked up an eye catching 3-2 win over Consett at the Belle View Stadium on Saturday. Buddle was on the injured list for two months earlier in the season with… Read more: SKINNER ON THE RETURN TO ACTION OF BUDDLE & EXLEY
- SKINNER LAYS DOWN NEW CHALLENGE TO HIS PLAYERS:By Brian Bennett “We now have nine league games left and the challenge to the players is can we go through until the end of the season unbeaten.” Understandably, Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner wore a broad smile on his face after seeing his side come out on top with a 3-2 victory over Consett… Read more: SKINNER LAYS DOWN NEW CHALLENGE TO HIS PLAYERS:
- SKINNER: “I’M DISAPPOINTED THAT WE HAVEN’T TAKEN ALL THREE POINTS”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner said he was disappointed following his sides 3-3 draw against Pontefract Collieries on Tuesday night. Trailing to a controversial penalty which was converted by Adam Haw, Ashington went into the interval 2-1 up after quick fire strikes from Wilson Kneeshaw and Paul Van-Zandvliet. Kneeshaw added his second… Read more: SKINNER: “I’M DISAPPOINTED THAT WE HAVEN’T TAKEN ALL THREE POINTS”
- SKINNER: “THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO SIDES WAS THEY WERE JUST A BIT MORE CLINICAL THAN US”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner was far from downbeat when he emerged from the dressing room following his sides 2-0 defeat by Pitching In NPL East Division leaders Stockton Town on Saturday. A goal in each half by Michael Fowler and substitute Tom Portas saw the Anchors complete a seasons double over… Read more: SKINNER: “THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO SIDES WAS THEY WERE JUST A BIT MORE CLINICAL THAN US”
- SKINNER: “I THOUGHT A DRAW WOULD HAVE BEEN A FAIR RESULT”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner admitted that his outfit were far from being at their best in the first half against Cleethorpes Town on Saturday – but nevertheless thought a draw would have been a fair result. Following their midweek share of the spoils with Stocksbridge Park Steels… Read more: SKINNER: “I THOUGHT A DRAW WOULD HAVE BEEN A FAIR RESULT”
- ASHINGTON FOOTBALL CLUB SECURES WOODHORN LANE FUTUREAshington Football Club is thrilled to announce a significant milestone, as the club secures its immediate and long-term tenure at Woodhorn Lane through a newly negotiated lease agreement lasting until 2049. This achievement not only fortifies the club’s presence at its home but also sets the stage for future development and continuous improvement as a… Read more: ASHINGTON FOOTBALL CLUB SECURES WOODHORN LANE FUTURE
- SKINNER: “I’M PROBABLY SLIGHTLY DISAPPOINTED WITH JUST A POINT”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner said he was ‘slightly disappointed with just a point’ – after his side had fought back to secure a 1-1 draw against Stocksbridge Park Steels at Woodhorn Lane on Tuesday night. Jack Watson put the visitors ahead in an uneventful first period before… Read more: SKINNER: “I’M PROBABLY SLIGHTLY DISAPPOINTED WITH JUST A POINT”
- SAMPSON: “WHEN THE BALL CAME ACROSS, MY EYES LIT UP”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ben Sampson admitted that his eyes ‘lit up’ when the chance came for to him to score his first goal of the season in Ashington’s 2-1 win over Grimsby Borough on Saturday. The Colliers had gone behind to an opener from Caine Winfarrah but three minutes later Sampson… Read more: SAMPSON: “WHEN THE BALL CAME ACROSS, MY EYES LIT UP”
- COOMBE: “I WANT TO STAY IN THE SIDE”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC goalkeeper Ross Coombe has said he will savour what was a dramatic five days in his footballing career. Coombe – who has competed with Karl Dryden for the number one jersey – made his first appearance for the club in the 5-1 win over Newcastle University in the Newcastle Flooring… Read more: COOMBE: “I WANT TO STAY IN THE SIDE”
- SKINNER: “OVERALL IT WAS A FANTASTIC RESULT”Br Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner was ‘thrilled to bits’ after his side had clinched their fifth away victory of the season with a 2-1 success away to Grimsby Borough on Saturday. After Caine Winfarrah had put the hosts ahead, Ben Sampson and Connor Thomson turned the tables in Ashington’s favour but before… Read more: SKINNER: “OVERALL IT WAS A FANTASTIC RESULT”
- HILL: “IN CUP FOOTBALL IT’S ALL ABOUT THE RESULT”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC coach Ritchie Hill was delighted on Tuesday night after the Colliers had won their quarter final tie in the Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup against a plucky West Allotment Celtic outfit by a single goal at Woodhorn Lane. Hill said afterwards: “In cup football it’s all about the result and… Read more: HILL: “IN CUP FOOTBALL IT’S ALL ABOUT THE RESULT”
- ASHINGTON & WEST ALLOTMENT CELTIC CHASE SEMI FINAL SPOTBy Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner has described his sides clash against West Allotment Celtic in the quarter final of the Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup this evening (February 6), as being a ‘big game’ for the Wansbeck based outfit. Following their 4-1 defeat against Dunston UTS on Saturday, Skinner said: “We’ll dust… Read more: ASHINGTON & WEST ALLOTMENT CELTIC CHASE SEMI FINAL SPOT
- SKINNER: “BIG DECISIONS DIDN’T GO OUR WAY”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner expressed ‘mixed emotions’ after the Colliers 4-1 defeat at the hands of promotion hopefuls Dunston UTS on Saturday and added that ‘big decisions’ didn’t go in his sides favour. A fine strike by skipper Karl Ross cancelled out Jack Maskell’s opener before Michael Pearson put the home… Read more: SKINNER: “BIG DECISIONS DIDN’T GO OUR WAY”
- The town of Ashington, the Colliers and footballing links with SheffieldBy Scott Messenger Ashington AFC and Sheffield FC are probably the two most historic clubs in the Northern Premier League East Division. Ashington, formed in 1883, are one of the oldest clubs in the North East and spent eight seasons in the Football League during the 1920’s after being founder members of the Third Division… Read more: The town of Ashington, the Colliers and footballing links with Sheffield
- SKINNER: “I DIDN’T SEE THAT PERFORMANCE COMING TODAY”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner was left totally mystified as to why his side were so inept in their 3-1 home defeat by Sheffield FC at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. A clearly disappointed Skinner said afterwards: “I didn’t see that performance coming if the truth be known because we were on the… Read more: SKINNER: “I DIDN’T SEE THAT PERFORMANCE COMING TODAY”
- SKINNER: “I’LL GIVE A SPECIAL MENTION TO CAM”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Cam Gascoigne came in for warm praise from Ashington manager Ian Skinner following the Colliers 2-1 win at Ossett United on Saturday. “I thought there were some outstanding performances today” said the Woodhorn Lane boss afterwards, “but I’ll give a special mention to Cam Gascoigne. If the truth… Read more: SKINNER: “I’LL GIVE A SPECIAL MENTION TO CAM”
- TWO GOAL THOMSON SAYS: “I PROBABLY SHOULD HAVE HAD MORE”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Connor Thomson was recently announced as Ashington’s ‘Player of the month’ for December – now the striker has gone top of the scoring charts at the Woodhorn Lane based club after bagging both goals in the Colliers 2-1 away win at Ossett United. On Saturday, the on-loan forward… Read more: TWO GOAL THOMSON SAYS: “I PROBABLY SHOULD HAVE HAD MORE”
- SKINNER: “WE WANTED TO CONTINUE OUR GOOD RUN – AND WE’VE MANAGED TO DO THAT”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner was thrilled that his side made it three wins in a row after they came away with a 2-1 victory over Ossett United on Saturday – with the boss adding that he had enjoyed the contest! After getting his breath back following a pulsating crescendo to the… Read more: SKINNER: “WE WANTED TO CONTINUE OUR GOOD RUN – AND WE’VE MANAGED TO DO THAT”
- CLUB UPDATEDear Supporters, Sponsors and Friends, With the Christmas period a distant memory and the New Year upon us, now is a good time to provide an update on the club’s current position. Team The current league position of tenth shows how the lads have consolidated well after a tough start to the season. Tuesday’s 1-0… Read more: CLUB UPDATE
- SKINNER: “IT WAS A GREAT RESULT”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Wilson Kneeshaw’s 11th goal of the season punctured Belper’s hopes of going second top of the Pitching In Northern Premier League East Division on Tuesday night as Ashington won a tight contest 1-0. And afterwards, Colliers boss Ian Skinner paid tribute to both sides: “It was a great… Read more: SKINNER: “IT WAS A GREAT RESULT”
- THOMSON: “I’M ABSOLUTELY BUZZING”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Clutching the match ball under his arm, Connor Thomson said he was ‘buzzing’ after scoring a hat trick for Ashington on Tuesday as they gave Hebburn’s promotion bid of a jolt with a 4-0 hammering at Woodhorn Lane. And afterwards the on-loan forward from Morpeth Town revealed that… Read more: THOMSON: “I’M ABSOLUTELY BUZZING”
- SKINNER: “THE PLAYERS TAKE MAXIMUM CREDIT”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner said his squad of players take maximum credit following the crushing 4-0 win over Hebburn Town at Woodhorn Lane on Tuesday. After Wilson Kneeshaw had opened the scoring, striker Connor Thomson provided the knockout punch on Boxing Day with a hat-trick as the… Read more: SKINNER: “THE PLAYERS TAKE MAXIMUM CREDIT”
- SKINNER: “WE NEED TO PICK UP THREE POINTS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner – having seen his side end a run of three consecutive defeats with a 3-3 draw against Brighouse on Saturday – is eyeing up a potential Christmas cracker when his side host Hebburn Town this afternoon. The Hornets are currently second top of the Pitching In Northern… Read more: SKINNER: “WE NEED TO PICK UP THREE POINTS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE”
- SKINNER: “I WAS SLIGHTLY DISAPPOINTED”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner said he was ‘slightly disappointed’ that his side had only picked up one point following their 3-3 draw against Brighouse Town on Saturday. On a rain-soaked afternoon in West Yorkshire, the Colliers brought a run of three consecutive defeats to an end as they fought back on… Read more: SKINNER: “I WAS SLIGHTLY DISAPPOINTED”
- SKINNER: “THE SIMPLE FACT IS WE WILL NOT WIN GAMES OF FOOTBALL IF WE DEFEND LIKE WE HAVE DONE IN THE LAST TWO – END OF”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner slammed his sides’ defending and delivered a blunt message following their 4-0 defeat against Sheffield FC on Tuesday night. The reverse in Dronfield at the Home of Football Stadium saw the Colliers slide to a third consecutive defeat whilst also conceding eight goals… Read more: SKINNER: “THE SIMPLE FACT IS WE WILL NOT WIN GAMES OF FOOTBALL IF WE DEFEND LIKE WE HAVE DONE IN THE LAST TWO – END OF”
- CONSTANTIN: “IT WAS A SHAME ABOUT THE RESULT TODAY”By Brian Bennett Will Constantin made his debut for Ashington on Saturday – but the 20 year old wasn’t smiling after the final whistle as his side went down 4-2 to Newton Aycliffe in their Pitching In Northern Premier League East Division clash. The Surrey-born youngster – who is also registered with Gateshead – has… Read more: CONSTANTIN: “IT WAS A SHAME ABOUT THE RESULT TODAY”
- SKINNER: “THE KEY HEADLINE FOR ME IS – DISAPPOINTED AND I EXPECT BETTER”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner admitted after the 4-2 defeat against Newton Aycliffe that he got ‘one or two calls wrong’ – but he also spoke about being disappointed with the performance from his players which fell short of what he expects from them. It’s only a month… Read more: SKINNER: “THE KEY HEADLINE FOR ME IS – DISAPPOINTED AND I EXPECT BETTER”
- COYLES: “THE LADS ARE CHOMPING AT THE BIT TO GET BACK ON THE PITCH”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC’s assistant manager Andy Coyles – speaking ahead of the Colliers’ home clash against Newton Aycliffe in the Pitching In Northern Premier League East Division on Saturday (December 16), said the players are ‘chomping at the bit’ to return to competitive action. Following a cold snap, the rain – which has… Read more: COYLES: “THE LADS ARE CHOMPING AT THE BIT TO GET BACK ON THE PITCH”
- ROSS: “WE WANT TO START ANOTHER GOOD RUN”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC’s vice captain Karl Ross admitted that his team mates have endured a ‘frustrating’ couple of weeks due to inclement weather conditions but with the forecast set to improve are hoping to begin another positive run of results in the Pitching In Northern Premier League East Division. If the Colliers home… Read more: ROSS: “WE WANT TO START ANOTHER GOOD RUN”
- ORMSTON: “I WANTED TO DO MYSELF JUSTICE – AND I THOUGHT I DID THAT”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Gary Ormston not only made his debut for Ashington in Saturday’s match against Liversedge at Woodhorn Lane – but also made his bow at Northern Premier League level. An FA Vase winner with Whitley Bay and a league winner with North Shields, Ormston admitted that it is those… Read more: ORMSTON: “I WANTED TO DO MYSELF JUSTICE – AND I THOUGHT I DID THAT”
- SKINNER: “MY CHALLENGE TO THE LADS IS TO GO ON ANOTHER RUN”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner – after seeing his sides’ unbeaten run of five matches ended by Liversedge on Saturday – has thrown down a new challenge to his playing squad. Goals by Joe Walton and Alex Wollerton gave the visitors a 2-0 victory in Wansbeck but the… Read more: SKINNER: “MY CHALLENGE TO THE LADS IS TO GO ON ANOTHER RUN”
- DART: “I’M EXCITED ABOUT JOINING ASHINGTON”By Brian Bennett Morgan Dart says he is ‘excited’ about joining Ashington after signing on the dotted line last week. The 22 year old said: “We have got some very good players and coaches here and I’m excited. I want to be playing at as high a level as I can and with better players… Read more: DART: “I’M EXCITED ABOUT JOINING ASHINGTON”
- WILLIAMS: “I’M LOVING MY FOOTBALL”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC’s teenage defender Ben Williams believes he has fitted ‘quite comfortably’ into the Ashington set up – thanks to his team mates! The 19 year old has put in some sterling performances over the past few games after coming into the side and he said: “I think… Read more: WILLIAMS: “I’M LOVING MY FOOTBALL”
- KNEESHAW: “IT WAS A GREAT PERFORMANCE”By Brian Bennett Wilson Kneeshaw took his goals tally for the season to eight after scoring a brace on Saturday as Ashington claimed a convincing 5-0 victory over a shell shocked North Ferriby side in their Pitching in Northern Premier League East Division clash. And afterwards, the 29 year old said: “It was a great… Read more: KNEESHAW: “IT WAS A GREAT PERFORMANCE”
- SKINNER: “THE BOYS DESERVE ALL OF THE CREDIT”By Brian Bennett In many ways, Ashington’s 5-0 demolition over North Ferriby on Saturday was reminiscent of their majestic performance against Glossop North End in the Inter Step play off victory which earned them promotion to the Pitching In Northern Premier League. Also at the end of April, the volume which the travelling band of… Read more: SKINNER: “THE BOYS DESERVE ALL OF THE CREDIT”
- JAKAB: “I THOUGHT WE DEALT WITH EVERYTHING AND DID FANTASTICALLY WELL”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC defender Si Jakab lauded his team mates with praise following their 4-0 victory over Nottinghamshire-based opponents Carlton Town on Saturday. The Colliers went through an unprecedented first half where despite holding a 2-0 lead, they sustained a succession of injuries which forced them to use their… Read more: JAKAB: “I THOUGHT WE DEALT WITH EVERYTHING AND DID FANTASTICALLY WELL”
- ROSS: “I THOUGHT THE LADS WERE TREMENDOUS TODAY”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Karl Ross – honoured to lead the Ashington side out in the absence of injured skipper Nathan Buddle – thought the Colliers were tremendous as they blew away visitors Carlton Town at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday after a convincing 4-0 victory. The 25 year old said afterwards: “Obviously… Read more: ROSS: “I THOUGHT THE LADS WERE TREMENDOUS TODAY”
- SKINNER: “THE PERFORMANCE TODAY IS ONE OF OUR BEST OF THE SEASON”By Brian Bennett A delighted Ian Skinner emerged from a happy Ashington dressing room on Saturday night after his outfit had demolished Carlton Town by a 4-0 score line at Woodhorn Lane. And the boss – who labelled his sides display as being ‘magnificent’ – added that the performance was one of the best of… Read more: SKINNER: “THE PERFORMANCE TODAY IS ONE OF OUR BEST OF THE SEASON”
- ASHINGTON AFC AND THE GREAT WARBy Scott Messenger Exactly 105 years ago today saw the end of the Great War (World War 1) as the armistice was signed at Le Francport that ended the fighting between the Entente (the Allies consisting of France, the UK, Russia, the United States, Italy and Japan) and their last remaining opponent Germany. In 1921,… Read more: ASHINGTON AFC AND THE GREAT WAR
- SKINNER: “MY INITIAL REACTION IS ONE OF FRUSTRATION AND DISAPPOINTMENT”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner spoke of his frustration and disappointment after his side drew 2-2 against Grantham Town on Saturday. The boss said: “My initial reaction is one of frustration and disappointment if I’m honest. I thought we started the game really bright and really quick. We moved the ball really… Read more: SKINNER: “MY INITIAL REACTION IS ONE OF FRUSTRATION AND DISAPPOINTMENT”
- Club Update – Board AppointmentsAshington AFC is delighted to announce some recent changes implemented in our club management. Drew Tinsley and David Fish will be joining Ashington FC’s board, contributing and volunteering their time and expertise to our continued growth, both on and off the field. Drew, with a professional background in construction and experience leading a large, successful… Read more: Club Update – Board Appointments
- ASHINGTON CHAIRMAN: “MURAL WILL SERVE AS A LASTING LEGACY”By Brian Bennett On the upstairs wall inside the clubhouse at Ashington Football Club, a mural depicting three all time greats from the area – Jackie Milburn, Jackie Charlton and his brother Sir Bobby Charlton – is prominently displayed. After hearing of the passing of Sir Bobby, Ashington chairman Brian Shotton opened the doors at… Read more: ASHINGTON CHAIRMAN: “MURAL WILL SERVE AS A LASTING LEGACY”
- JAKAB: “WE DID EVERYBODY PROUD FOR THE MEMORY OF SIR BOBBY”By Brian Bennett On a day when Ashington FC paid tribute to the memory of Sir Bobby Charlton, defender Si Jakab firmly believed that he and his team mates did the town proud following their 2-1 win over Pontefract Collieries. The 23 year old – who linked up with the Colliers from North Shields –… Read more: JAKAB: “WE DID EVERYBODY PROUD FOR THE MEMORY OF SIR BOBBY”
- Ashington AFC Urgently Seeks Community SupportAshington AFC, a club steeped in history since its founding in 1883 and nestled in the hometown of football legends like Sir Bobby Charlton, Jack Charlton, Jackie Milburn, and Jimmy Adamson, is facing a critical moment in its remarkable journey. From our days as a Football League club to our recent promotion, Ashington AFC has… Read more: Ashington AFC Urgently Seeks Community Support
- SKINNER ON MULLEN: “IT’S THE PART OF THE JOB IN FOOTBALL MANAGEMENT WHICH ISN’T VERY NICE”By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Ian Skinner admitted that the departure of Damen Mullen from the club is a ‘part of the job in football management which isn’t very nice.’ Mullen left the Woodhorn Lane club at the end of last week and Skinner was quick to praise the midfielder: “Damen is someone who I… Read more: SKINNER ON MULLEN: “IT’S THE PART OF THE JOB IN FOOTBALL MANAGEMENT WHICH ISN’T VERY NICE”
- SKINNER DEDICATES ASHINGTON’S WIN TO THE LATE SIR BOBBY CHARLTONBy Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner – delighted with his sides 2-1 result over Pontefract Collieries at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday – has dedicated the win to the memory of the late Sir Bobby Charlton. Skinner – a relative of the family – said afterwards: “Sir Bobby was a real humble and no… Read more: SKINNER DEDICATES ASHINGTON’S WIN TO THE LATE SIR BOBBY CHARLTON
- SKINNER: “WE GOT OUR HEADS TOGETHER AND CHANGED THE FORMATION”By Brian Bennett After Ashington climbed up to mid table in the Pitching In Northern Premier League’s East Division following a 2-1 win over Pontefract Collieries on Saturday, manager Ian Skinner revealed that it was a ‘collective management decision’ – to make slight alterations on the park – which paid dividends. Within minutes of making… Read more: SKINNER: “WE GOT OUR HEADS TOGETHER AND CHANGED THE FORMATION”
- SKINNER: “IT’S NEVER AN EASY PLACE TO GO TO”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner says his outfit face a ‘difficult task’ – when they make the short journey to face West Allotment Celtic at East Palmersville in the quarter finals of the Newcastle Flooring Senior Cup. The draw was made last week and the Woodhorn Lane boss said: “It’s a tough… Read more: SKINNER: “IT’S NEVER AN EASY PLACE TO GO TO”
- SKINNER: “SIR BOBBY WAS ONE OF OUR OWN – AND NEVER FORGOT HIS ROOTS”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner has spoken poignantly after the passing of Sir Bobby Charlton last Saturday. Skinner – a relative of the family – will be in the home dugout on Saturday when Ashington take on Pontefract Collieries and it is sure to be an emotional afternoon. Before kick off a… Read more: SKINNER: “SIR BOBBY WAS ONE OF OUR OWN – AND NEVER FORGOT HIS ROOTS”
- SKINNER: “WE FACE A REALLY TOUGH TEST”by Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner says his side face a ‘really tough test’ on Saturday (October 28) when they take on high flying Pontefract Collieries at their Woodhorn Lane ground which they hope will be turned into a sea of red. The Colliers are dedicating the game to the memory of Sir… Read more: SKINNER: “WE FACE A REALLY TOUGH TEST”
- THOMSON: “MY DEBUT COULDN’T HAVE GONE MUCH BETTER”By Brian Bennett Connor Thomson was happy on Saturday night after he excelled on his debut for Ashington in their 4-0 win over Winterton Rangers. After linking up with the Woodhorn Lane outfit on loan from Morpeth Town, the 27 year old striker went straight into the Colliers side for their important clash in North… Read more: THOMSON: “MY DEBUT COULDN’T HAVE GONE MUCH BETTER”
- KNEESHAW: “THE MAIN THING WAS COMING AWAY WITH THE THREE POINTS”By Brian Bennett Wilson Kneeshaw was named as the ‘Player of the match’ in Ashington’s 4-0 success over Winterton Rangers on Saturday – but the striker brushed the individual accolade to one side insisting that the overriding aspect was helping his side to a crucial victory. Kneeshaw netted one goal and claimed three assists but… Read more: KNEESHAW: “THE MAIN THING WAS COMING AWAY WITH THE THREE POINTS”
- HILL: “IT’S IMPERATIVE THAT WE BACK UP TODAY’S RESULT AND KICK ON”By Brian Bennett One swallow doesn’t make a summer. Similarly one victory doesn’t define a season but Ashington coach Ritchie Hill is looking for Saturday’s 4-0 drubbing over basement side Winterton Rangers to kick-start the Colliers’ campaign. Two goals from debutant Connor Thomson and one each from Wilson Kneeshaw and substitute Ben Williams saw the… Read more: HILL: “IT’S IMPERATIVE THAT WE BACK UP TODAY’S RESULT AND KICK ON”
- SKINNER: “THE PLAYERS LOST THEIR WAY”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner said his side ‘lost their way’ during the 4-1 defeat against Stockton Town at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. The Teessiders looked a well drilled and organised outfit – but after going into the interval with the game goalless, Skinner commented: “At half time… Read more: SKINNER: “THE PLAYERS LOST THEIR WAY”
- SKINNER: “DEFEAT WAS A HARD ONE TO TAKE TODAY”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner admitted after his sides single goal defeat against Cleethorpes Town on Saturday that it was a ‘hard one to take.’ Shortly after half time, Will Annan scored for the Owls then Skinner looked on as his outfit were unable to find the net… Read more: SKINNER: “DEFEAT WAS A HARD ONE TO TAKE TODAY”
- COYLES: “THE JOB WAS TO WIN THE GAME – AND WE’VE DONE THAT”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC’s assistant manager Andy Coyles admitted that the ‘chat’ in the dressing room at the interval proved pivotal on Tuesday night as the Colliers reached the quarter finals of the Newcastle Flooring Senior Cup after a 5-1 win over Newcastle University. “We said at half time that… Read more: COYLES: “THE JOB WAS TO WIN THE GAME – AND WE’VE DONE THAT”
- COYLES: “WE’LL BE TREATING THE SENIOR CUP SERIOUSLY” By Brian Bennett Ashington FC’s assistant manager Andy Coyles has said that the Woodhorn Lane club will be treating Tuesday night’s match against Newcastle University in the Newcastle Flooring Senior Cup seriously. Its ten years since the Colliers last won the competition – with a 3-0 victory over Whitley Bay at St James’ Park –… Read more: COYLES: “WE’LL BE TREATING THE SENIOR CUP SERIOUSLY”
- COYLES: “A MASSIVE THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS FOR THEIR UNDERSTANDING”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC’s assistant manager Andy Coyles poured praise on the supporters at the Woodhorn Lane based club following Saturday’s 3-1 win over Dunston UTS and thanked them for showing ‘understanding.’ Coyles said: “We appreciate that we have had a tough time of late and that the majority of supporters have stuck by us. It’s quite… Read more: COYLES: “A MASSIVE THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS FOR THEIR UNDERSTANDING”
- SPOONER: “I WAS HAPPY – BUT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING WAS THE WIN”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC’s Craig Spooner played down what was an exceptional goal by the midfielder on Saturday – instead stressing the importance of the result. The Colliers won their first game at home this term with a 3-1 verdict over Dunston UTS – the side that had knocked them off the Isuzu FA… Read more: SPOONER: “I WAS HAPPY – BUT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING WAS THE WIN”
- VAN-ZANDVLIET: “MY SECOND GOAL WAS DEFINITELY ONE OF MY BEST”By Brian Bennett Paul Van-Zandvliet bagged a brace on his home debut on Saturday as Ashington chalked up a 3-1 home win over Dunston UTS. And afterwards, the 22 year old admitted that his second goal which arrived in the 54th minute ranks as one of the best in his career: “It’s a while since… Read more: VAN-ZANDVLIET: “MY SECOND GOAL WAS DEFINITELY ONE OF MY BEST”
- COYLES: “THE LADS PLAYED WITH SMILES ON THEIR FACES”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC’s assistant manager Andy Coyles said his lads played with ‘smiles on their faces’ in the terrific but eventful 3-1 win over Dunston UTS at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. Paul Van-Zandvliet scored a brace on his home debut whilst midfielder Craig Spooner netted with an excellent set piece which deservedly put… Read more: COYLES: “THE LADS PLAYED WITH SMILES ON THEIR FACES”
- SKINNER: “I’VE GOT NO DOUBT THAT WE’LL TURN THINGS ROUND”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner is adamant that his players will ‘turn things round’ – as the Colliers slipped down a notch and now occupy fourth from bottom spot in the Northern Premier League East Division table following a 2-0 defeat against Newton Aycliffe on Tuesday night. Two goals in the last… Read more: SKINNER: “I’VE GOT NO DOUBT THAT WE’LL TURN THINGS ROUND”
- SKINNER: “I’VE GOT MIXED EMOTIONS BUT WHAT I DO KNOW IS THAT WE NEED TO SMARTEN UP – AND FAST”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner says his outfit need to ‘smarten up – and fast’ in the wake of Saturday’s 3-0 defeat against Dunston UTS in the first qualifying round of the Isuzu FA Trophy. Speaking after the reverse, Skinner said: “I have mixed emotions if I’m honest. I thought we started… Read more: SKINNER: “I’VE GOT MIXED EMOTIONS BUT WHAT I DO KNOW IS THAT WE NEED TO SMARTEN UP – AND FAST”
- SKINNER: “I’M NOT GOING TO CHANGE MY BELIEFS ON THE GAMEBy Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner says he and his Woodhorn Lane outfit will not deviate from their style of football. In his postmatch press conference after his outfit had lost their third league game of the season by a 2-0 scoreline at Bridlington on Saturday, Skinner commented: “It was obviously a disappointing… Read more: SKINNER: “I’M NOT GOING TO CHANGE MY BELIEFS ON THE GAME
- THOMPSON: “I’M DELIGHTED TO JOIN ASHINGTON”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Oli Thompson says he is delighted to link up with Ashington on a loan deal from Gateshead. The Sunderland-born youngster, who only turned 18 last month, made his debut for the Colliers in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Stocksbridge Park Steels at Bracken Moor – and claimed an assist… Read more: THOMPSON: “I’M DELIGHTED TO JOIN ASHINGTON”
- SKINNER: “I’LL NOT TOLERATE MANY MORE PERFORMANCES LIKE THAT”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner looked on as his outfit gave an under par display which culminated in a 2-0 home defeat against Consett at Woodhorn Lane on Bank Holiday Monday afternoon. And afterwards, the boss issued a no-nonsense message to his squad when he said: “Our performance today was nowhere near… Read more: SKINNER: “I’LL NOT TOLERATE MANY MORE PERFORMANCES LIKE THAT”
- EXLEY: “I KNEW IF I COULD GET IN BEHIND, THAT I WOULD HIT THE TARGET”By Brian Bennett Charlie Exley netted his second goal of the season for Ashington when he scored the opener with a header in their 2-1 win over Stocksbridge Park Steels on Saturday. And the Newcastle-born left back admitted afterwards that he ‘backed’ himself to score: “It sounds like a cliché but I knew the ball… Read more: EXLEY: “I KNEW IF I COULD GET IN BEHIND, THAT I WOULD HIT THE TARGET”
- HARDY: “THE GOAL MEANT THE WORLD TO ME”By Brian Bennett Youngster Mason Hardy scored Ashington’s winner in the 2-1 result over Stocksbridge Park Steels on Saturday – and said that the super strike meant ‘the world to him.’ Charlie Exley headed the Colliers in front early in the contest in Sheffield but the hosts levelled with a penalty from Luke Rawson before… Read more: HARDY: “THE GOAL MEANT THE WORLD TO ME”
- SKINNER: “THE GAME SHOULD HAVE BEEN ALL OVER AFTER THE FIRST 15 MINUTES”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner was cock-a hoop after watching his side pick up a 2-1 victory over Stocksbridge Park Steels to claim their first league win of the season. Reflecting on the performance in South Yorkshire, the boss described the win as being ‘vitally important’ – but that the points could… Read more: SKINNER: “THE GAME SHOULD HAVE BEEN ALL OVER AFTER THE FIRST 15 MINUTES”
- SKINNER: “DEFEAT YES – BUT THERE WERE LOADS OF POSITIVES”By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner was naturally disappointed after his side went down to a 1-0 defeat against Ossett United at Woodhorn Lane on Tuesday night. However, the boss said afterwards, that apart from his outfit needing to learn quickly after conceding poor goals and being more ruthless… Read more: SKINNER: “DEFEAT YES – BUT THERE WERE LOADS OF POSITIVES”
- SKINNER: “WE’RE OBVIOUSLY DISAPPOINTED TO GO OUT – BUT THE GAME HINGED ON A BIG DECISION REALLY”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner could not hide his disappointment on Saturday after Kev Hayes had knocked the Colliers out of this season Emirates FA Cup with a goal deep into stoppage time. Hosts Stockton won the game 2-1. Jordan Summerly put Ashington ahead but home skipper Adam Nicholson levelled before the… Read more: SKINNER: “WE’RE OBVIOUSLY DISAPPOINTED TO GO OUT – BUT THE GAME HINGED ON A BIG DECISION REALLY”
- STOCKTON FA CUP PREVIEW: SKINNER LAYS DOWN CHALLENGE TO HIS OUTFIT“It’s a tough draw – and I don’t think we have got a fantastic record there” By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner will lay down a challenge to his side ahead ofSaturday’s trip to face Stockton Town in the preliminary round of the Emirates FA Cup. The Woodhorn Lane boss said: “It’s a… Read more: STOCKTON FA CUP PREVIEW: SKINNER LAYS DOWN CHALLENGE TO HIS OUTFIT
- Ashington and Stockton: A history of cup competition.This is the first meeting between Ashington and Stockton Town in the FA Cup but it’s not the first time the Collier’s have taken on teams from the Teesside town in the competition. On 27th November 1926 the Colliers disposed of Stockton in the first round of the FA Cup by the odd goal in… Read more: Ashington and Stockton: A history of cup competition.
- SKINNER HEAPS PRAISE ON MATCH REFEREEBy Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner heaped praise on referee Givi Todua following thethrilling 4-4 draw against Brighouse Town on Saturday. The Colliers had reduced the deficit to 4-3 when with time running out, a long clearanceby ‘keeper Karl Dryden led to a dramatic 97 th minute equaliser. The ball was headed on… Read more: SKINNER HEAPS PRAISE ON MATCH REFEREE
- LOUGH: “IT’S NICE TO SCORE – BUT IT DOESN’T REALLY MEAN MUCH WHENWE HAVEN’T PICKED UP THREE POINTS FROM A GAME WE SHOULD BE POTENTIALLY WINNING”By Brian Bennett The volume levels amongst supporters at Woodhorn Lane went up a few notches onSaturday when Darren Lough scored a dramatic 97 th minute equaliser for Ashingtonagainst Brighouse Town. The goal was the final piece of action crammed into a pulsating encounter – in what wasthe Colliers first game in the Northern Premier… Read more: LOUGH: “IT’S NICE TO SCORE – BUT IT DOESN’T REALLY MEAN MUCH WHENWE HAVEN’T PICKED UP THREE POINTS FROM A GAME WE SHOULD BE POTENTIALLY WINNING”
- SKINNER: “IT’S A POINT GAINED GIVEN THE SITUATION WE FOUND OURSELVES IN IN THE 92nd MINUTE”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner was faced with a dilemma of being happy or upsetwhen he conducted his postmatch press conference after Saturday’s 4-4 draw againstBrighouse Town. The Colliers – on their return to the Northern Premier League after a period of 55 years– were 4-2 down as the game entered stoppage… Read more: SKINNER: “IT’S A POINT GAINED GIVEN THE SITUATION WE FOUND OURSELVES IN IN THE 92nd MINUTE”
- A tribute to Jacky HerronIn 1956 Jacky left Amble to sign for Leeds United preferring the Elland Road club to both Blackpool and Luton. After aonly a few days in Yorkshire the 18 year old became homesick and returned to his native North East. It was rumoured that Newcastle United were pondering a move for the promising youngster. The youngster eventually… Read more: A tribute to Jacky Herron
- SKINNER: “WE WANT TO GET OFF TO A POSITIVE START IN OUR LEAGUE PROGRAMME”By Brian Bennett If you mention the town of Brighouse, a vast majority of people would immediately think of the World famous Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band. Their famous rendition of ‘The Floral Dance’ which dates back to 1977, was a huge hit in the UK record charts – but on Saturday, it’s Ashington who… Read more: SKINNER: “WE WANT TO GET OFF TO A POSITIVE START IN OUR LEAGUE PROGRAMME”
- KNEESHAW: “I LOVED MY DEBUT”By Brian Bennett Newly signed striker Wilson Kneeshaw couldn’t have painted much of a better picture onhis Ashington debut after scoring twice and claiming an assist – as the Colliers brushedNorth Shields aside following a 4-0 win in their Emirates FA Cup clash on Saturday. However the Darlington-born forward – an artist – also revealed… Read more: KNEESHAW: “I LOVED MY DEBUT”
- GASCOIGNE & SPOONER BOTH ON TARGET IN SEASON OPENERBy Brian Bennett Cameron Gascoigne and Craig Spooner were both on the score sheet in Ashington’scomprehensive 4-0 victory over North Shields on Saturday. The duo opened their accounts in this season’s FA Cup extra preliminary round clashagainst the Shieldsmen at Woodhorn Lane with Wilson Kneeshaw adding a brace. But afterwards, Gascoigne and Spooner – whilst… Read more: GASCOIGNE & SPOONER BOTH ON TARGET IN SEASON OPENER
- SKINNER: “IT WAS A REALLY PLEASING PERFORMANCE”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner was delighted on Saturday night after his side hadmade a great start to the new season. Skinner’s outfit were convincing in their 4-0 win over North Shields in the Emirates FACup extra preliminary round clash at Woodhorn Lane with goals coming from CameronGascoigne, Craig Spooner and two… Read more: SKINNER: “IT WAS A REALLY PLEASING PERFORMANCE”
- EMIRATES FA CUP EXTRA PRELIMINARY ROUND:Ashington 4, North Shields 0 at Woodhorn LaneBy Brian Bennett Ashington started the season with a bang on Saturday when they delivered a knockoutblow to local rivals North Shields after an emphatic 4-0 victory in their Emirates FA Cupextra preliminary round match at Woodhorn Lane. New signings Cameron Gascoigne and Wilson Kneeshaw featured prominently. Theformer broke the deadlock early in the clash… Read more: EMIRATES FA CUP EXTRA PRELIMINARY ROUND:Ashington 4, North Shields 0 at Woodhorn Lane
- Ashington v North Shields in the FA CupThe first time the sides met was way back in the 1906-07 season in the first qualifying round of the cup. After a 2-2 draw at Ashington the sides met at what was then known as the Old Cycling Grounds, Hawkey’s Lane and this time Shields won by the odd goal in three. In the… Read more: Ashington v North Shields in the FA Cup
- SKINNER: “LAST SEASON’S FABULOUS RUN WILL HAVE NO BEARING THISTIME ROUND”By Brian Bennett Ashington go into Saturday’s Emirates FA Cup tie against local rivals North Shields atWoodhorn Lane with manager Ian Skinner warning his squad that they face a toughopponent. However the boss said at the weekend that the prolonged run which his side enjoyedlast season – where they reached the last qualifying round before… Read more: SKINNER: “LAST SEASON’S FABULOUS RUN WILL HAVE NO BEARING THISTIME ROUND”
- SKINNER: “I THOUGHT THERE WERE LOTS OF THINGS TO BE PLEASED ABOUT”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner, reflecting on the 3-0 defeat by Workington in his sides final warm up game ahead of Saturday’s curtain raiser in the Emirates FA Cup against North Shields, said he believed “there were lots of things to be pleased about.” Skinner commented: “In the early part of the… Read more: SKINNER: “I THOUGHT THERE WERE LOTS OF THINGS TO BE PLEASED ABOUT”
- TOP WHISTLER OLIVER COMES HOME!By Brian Bennett Top FIFA, UEFA and Premier League referee Michael Oliver has been in charge of prestige matches over the years – but on Friday August 4, he will be the man in the middle at his hometown football club. Ashington FC host ‘An evening with Michael Oliver’ in their clubhouse and tickets –… Read more: TOP WHISTLER OLIVER COMES HOME!
- SKINNER: “I WAS MOST DEFINITELY DELIGHTED WITH THE PERFORMANCE -AND OVERALL, I WAS THOROUGHLY PLEASED”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner said he was ‘most definitely delighted and overall thoroughly pleased’ with the performance from his players after the 0-0 draw against Morpeth Town at Craik Park on Saturday. Skinner commented: “Obviously it’s the first pre season game we’ve had against higher ranked opposition, It was good that… Read more: SKINNER: “I WAS MOST DEFINITELY DELIGHTED WITH THE PERFORMANCE -AND OVERALL, I WAS THOROUGHLY PLEASED”
- SKINNER LOOKS FORWARD TO MORPETHBy Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner says he knows his outfit will face a tough test whenthey make the short trip to face Morpeth Town at Craik Park on Saturday (3pm kick off). The boss previewing the friendly said: “It is a game we will look forward to – going inagainst a team… Read more: SKINNER LOOKS FORWARD TO MORPETH
- HILL & DRYDEN APPOINTED MANAGERIAL ROLESBy Brian Bennett Ashington FC is delighted to announce the appointment of two more members to the managerial staff at Woodhorn Lane. And in doing so, the Colliers will have a unique three pronged team as manager Ian Skinner, his assistant Andy Coyles and now newcomer Ritchie Hill are all ‘A’ licensed coaches. The other… Read more: HILL & DRYDEN APPOINTED MANAGERIAL ROLES
- SKINNER: “WE HAVE GOT A CROP OF YOUNGSTERS WHO WE FEEL WE CAN DEVELOP”By Brian Bennett For Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner there was far much more to admire from the 2-0victory over Bedlington Terriers on Wednesday night than the result. Skinner – who gave starts to a plethora of youngsters for the first 55 minutes of thegame – said afterwards: “The first half team tonight was very… Read more: SKINNER: “WE HAVE GOT A CROP OF YOUNGSTERS WHO WE FEEL WE CAN DEVELOP”
- SKINNER: “IT’S ALWAYS NICE TO START WITH A HOME GAME – AND WE HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH TWO IN A WEEK”By Brian Bennett The Northern Premier League released the new fixtures last week – and Ashingtonmanager Ian Skinner was upbeat about them. The Colliers start their campaign with a home tie against North Shields in the EmiratesFA Cup on Saturday August 5 – then a week later play their first game in the NPL forover… Read more: SKINNER: “IT’S ALWAYS NICE TO START WITH A HOME GAME – AND WE HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH TWO IN A WEEK”
- SKINNER: “THE MOST PLEASING ASPECT FOR ME WAS THAT I CAN SEE HOW THINGS ARE COMING TOGETHER A LITTLE BIT”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager Ian Skinner – reflecting on his sides 3-2 win over Whitley Bay at Hillheads on Saturday – reckons he can ‘start to see things coming together’ Monsoon weather conditions coupled with thunder and lightening preceded the game but the contest got underway on time. The Colliers were 3-0 up… Read more: SKINNER: “THE MOST PLEASING ASPECT FOR ME WAS THAT I CAN SEE HOW THINGS ARE COMING TOGETHER A LITTLE BIT”
- SKINNER: “BOTH DRAWS ARE TOUGH”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC manager would like nothing better than his players to enjoy another exciting and mouth watering run in this season’s Emirates FA Cup. The Colliers had some fabulous tussles and victories against the likes of Ashton United, Bradford Park Avenue and Stocksbridge Park Steels during the last campaign – all clubs… Read more: SKINNER: “BOTH DRAWS ARE TOUGH”
- SKINNER: “I’LL NOT GET HUNG UP ON RESULTS”By Brian Bennett Ashington started their pre season warm up games with a 7-2 defeat away to Ebac Northern League first division newcomers Birtley Town on Saturday. But manager Ian Skinner has re-iterated that he does not get hung up on results from friendlies – as he tinkers with his formation and style of play:… Read more: SKINNER: “I’LL NOT GET HUNG UP ON RESULTS”
- SKINNER: “WELCOME TO THE NEW – WITH FOND FAREWELLS TO A FEW”By Brian Bennett It’s two months since Ashington clinched promotion to the Northern Premier League – and although manager Ian Skinner announced at the Presentation Evening that he would like every member of the squad to remain with him ‘on the journey’ – due to a variety of reasons it was inevitable that a number… Read more: SKINNER: “WELCOME TO THE NEW – WITH FOND FAREWELLS TO A FEW”
- GASCOIGNE: “MY UNCLE PAUL IS MY INSPIRATION”By Brian Bennett Ashington FC’s new forward Cameron Gascoigne admitted that he garners his footballing inspiration from a family member who is World famous. Paul ‘Gazza’ Gascoigne was a fans favourite especially during his career in the 1980’s with Newcastle United and also England where he won 57 caps. Now 21 year old Cameron has… Read more: GASCOIGNE: “MY UNCLE PAUL IS MY INSPIRATION”
- GASCOIGNE: “AS SOON AS I GOT THE CALL FROM ASHINGTON, I WAS IMMEDIATELY INTERESTED”By Brian Bennett Cameron Gascoigne says he is excited after putting pen to paper for Ashington last week. For the past two years, Gascoigne – a forward – has been with Ebac Northern League first division outfit Newcastle Benfield joining them after he had just celebrated his 19th birthday. But the Gateshead-born player admitted that… Read more: GASCOIGNE: “AS SOON AS I GOT THE CALL FROM ASHINGTON, I WAS IMMEDIATELY INTERESTED”