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Shildon AFC Presentation Awards Evening 2019

The awards evening were held on Saturday evening in the clubhouse, congratulations to all the winners who were as follows: –

All the photos from the presentation night can be viewed here

Players Gift presented by Ben Trotter to Kit Lady – Sue Charlton

Management Award – Presented by Daniel Moore to David & Diane Dent

Sue Charlton presented 3 cheques from the charity work that she has done throughout the season. Each for £626.27 to Diabetes UK, Prosthetic Limb Centre & Shildon Football Club



Supporters Club performance of the Season – Zak Atkinson v Hartlepool United, presented by Russell Henderson & Paul Mulley

Supporters Club, Player of the Year presented by Russell Henderson & Paul Mulley was Aidan Heywood

Directors player of the Year, presented by Chairman David Dent, was Matty Robson

Top goalscorer, presented by David Dent was Billy Greulich-Smith

Players Player of the Year, presented by Diane Dent was Aidan Heywood

Managers Player of the Year, presented by Daniel Moore was Aidan Heywood

A Special award was presented by David Dent to Daniel Moore.

Shildon AFC win with community support

SHILDON AFC triumph against South Shields FC in epic Durham County Challenge Cup final.

The Durham County Challenge Cup is an annual competition held between the clubs of Durham County Football Association.

An impressive 600 fans from the Shildon community traveled to Sunderland’s Stadium of Light to support the club on Friday 3 May 2019.

Russell Henderson, Shildon AFC supporter’s club representative said: “what a night to remember! I’ve followed Shildon since the 70’s and its moments like these where the whole community is united that you really remember. The club have seen lots of changes over this last six months and they are really starting to pay off”

Included in the supporters were Joseph Brunson and Luke Thompson who won family tickets to the final at the recent Easter activities club held at Dean Street, Shildon.  The two boys enjoyed free transport to the match with their families as well as witnessing what proved to be a great end to the season for Shildon AFC.

David Dent, chairman of Shildon AFC said : “ We are understandably over the moon with our win, in what we think is one the most important competitions in the region. But what we are really humbled by is the huge community support we received in the run up until the final, and on the night itself. He went onto add: “Preparations are already underway for 2019/20 season and we are looking forward to that continued support in what is going to be an exciting year ahead, both on and off the pitch”

Durham Challenge Cup Final | Shildon v South Shields Match Preview

Shildon head to Stadium of Light in search of cup glory 

The railwaymen face a tough opponent in the final however, taking on a strong South Shields side.

But manager Daniel Moore, doesn’t just expect his players to head to Sunderland just to make up the numbers. 

“We are not going to the Stadium of Light to have a nice night out, we are going with the mind set to win a cup final as underdogs.”

Shildon saw off Hartlepool United in the semi final to make it to Friday nights climax and will be hopeful of finishing the 2018/19 season with some silverware. 

Potentially, South Shields may field a much younger side, resting some senior players ahead of their play-off match the next day. 

Nonetheless manager Moore fully expects a strong, competitive side. 

“I have seen their academy teams play this season and they are littered with quality young players.”

That being said, age shouldn’t be a concern to either side really as half of Shildon’s 18 man match day squad themselves are under the age of 20. 

The railway men have been able to focus their attentions towards Fridays matchup ever since their final league game back on April 13th, a 3-1 win away to Whitley Bay.  Cappping off a solid season, however one last win on Friday night could set the tone for next season. 

MATCH REPORT | Shildon 1 Bishop Auckland 1

Points shared in feisty derby by Josh Hart

Shildon’s final home game of the season ended all square, following a feisty encounter with rivals Bishop Auckland.

In what proved to be a scrappy game, Daniel Moores men edged a cagey first half and even led at the break thanks to a fine strike from number 10 Billy Greulich-Smith in the 19th minute.

Prior to the goal, the Railwaymen were applying pressure to Bishop Auckland, who started the game slow.

Bishop Auckland did respond early in the second half however, equalising via a Hoganson free kick into the bottom right hand corner after just 3 minuted played.

The remainder of the second half saw Shildon dominate a large proportion of the possession in Bishop Aucklands half, whilst the away side attempted to counter down the left flank whenever possible.

The home side also created many set piece opportunities, drawing fouls from the Bishop Auckland back line and midfield, particularly in the middle third of the pitch.

However, the biggest chance of the second half did fall to the away side, with Bishop Auckland failing to take the opportunity gifted to them by the Shildon keeper.

Speaking after the game manager Daniel Moore stated: ‘’I think we probably shaded it first half and they had a couple of chances second half, so on the whole probably a fair result’’

The result now leaves Shildon in 7th place, one point behind 6th placed Stockton Town.

Attendance: 384

Match Preview: Shildon AFC vs Bishop Auckland, Dean Street, Saturday 6th April, 3pm

Railwaymen looking to bounce back with huge derby win

by Ash Brighton

Shildon will welcome local rival’s Bishop Auckland to Dean street this Saturday with bragging rights on the line.

Assistant manager Mark Hudson, is optimistic about the team’s chances heading into Saturdays match, saying “the players are full of confidence at the minute”.

“It’s a local derby, we want to see plenty of passion, aggression and most importantly discipline.”

The hosts will be buoyed by the return of captain Ben Trotter after serving his 2 match suspension, a game the local lad will surely be looking forward too.

However, the Railwaymen will still be without forward Zac Atkinson still to complete the remainder of his ban thanks to a red card against Whitley Bay back in March.

Daniel Moore will be making his last appearance, after taking the difficult decision to retire in order to focus on his managerial role after his dismissal mid-week in the 2-1 defeat to Hebburn town.

A match which saw Shildon go down to 10 men and concede the winning goal deep into injury time in the second half.

But assistant Mark Hudson thinks there were still many positives taken out of the bittersweet result.

He said, “The players were fantastic Tuesday night, felt for them with the result but I’d go as far as to saying that was our best performance since I’ve been here in over nearly 2 years.”

Shildon currently sit in 7th place with a win possibly firing them as high as 5th at the end of the weekend

Shildon AFC – Daniel Moore retires from Playing Football

The Club announces that Daniel Moore will officially retire from playing after our game against Bishop Auckland on Saturday. Moore who has won the League, League Cup and Durham Challenge Cup in his second spell at the Club has been an outstanding servant to Shildon AFC, amassing over 400 games for the Club.

David Dent said “Daniel’s retirement from playing represents the end of an era for the Club but the start of an exciting new chapter for both the Club and Daniel. This will allow him to concentrate on being a Manager as we enter into a new season and our push for promotion. This is a big job and to fulfill the demands he cannot do both roles. His future at the Club rests very much in being our Manager ”

Daniel said ” It’s time….
I have been thinking and talking about it for the last few months and the Chairman has been very supportive regarding this. My heart says I’m 21 however my body and brain tell me otherwise. In addition to that I’ve now player – managed for 2/3 seasons and that brings its own challenges on and off the pitch. This is not the end for me, it is just the beginning. With the experience I have gained over the last few seasons I’m ready to focus all my energy on managing this great group of players I have assembled and look to gain promotion next season. I have had some amazing memories playing football and now I’m ready to make more as a Manager. “

ENL1 RESULT | Whickham 0 Shildon 4

Shildon remain in 7th place of the Ebac Northern League after a 4-0 victory away to Whickham

Billy Greluich-Smith gave Shildon the perfect start nodding in a far post header with only 4 minutes on the clock.

Shildon had 2 or 3 opportunities to extend their lead but the half ended 1-0.

Billy also had a hand in the second goal when he was fouled in the penalty area. Harrison Scott was then sent off for the foul and Nathan Steel stepped up to extend the lead sending the keeper the wrong way.

Nathan Steel added his second and Shildon’s third 10 minutes later after great work from Captain for the day Aidan Heywood.

In the 92nd minute Ben Reay chipped the keeper to make it 4-0

FT Whickham 0 Shildon 4
Attendance 97

Whickham v Shildon Match Preview, 30th March 3pm

Shildon look to extend unbeaten run at Whickham.

by Josh Hart

Following a 1-0 win at home to North Shields last time out, Shildon will be confident of again securing all three points, as they take on a struggling Whickham side this weekend.

Manager Daniel Moore is not allowing for complacency however, with the boss urging the players to work hard for another clean sheet.

Moore also stated that his players must improve in the final third, and take the chances created when on top.

New signing Jack Vaulks will hope to help Shildon achieve their target of back to back clean sheets, as the former Pickering Town man looks set to make his debut for the club.

The 19 year old defender himself, has been described as calm, and someone who goes about their job with confidence.

Shildon will, however, be without captain Ben Trotter and forward Zak Atkinson, who will miss Saturdays game through suspension.

A 2-1 win for Shildon when the sides met back in September, will give the away side confidence that they can replicate the result, and secure a league double over Robin Falcus’ side.

Another 3 points for Shildon would see them the put pressure on Stockton Town, who currently sit one place above the Railwaymen in sixth.