DCC RESULT | Newton Aycliffe 2 Shildon 4

Shildon are through to the Durham Challenge Cup 3rd round after a 4-2 victory away at Newton Aycliffe

Billy Greulich-Smith headed in to open the scoring after 16 mins, then Nathan Steel added a further two in the 52nd and 61st minute.

Newton Aycliffe then pulled 2 goals back through Jermaine Metz (76) & Ben Wood (87). Brad Hird then added the 4th a minute later to give Shildon the win. 

Shildon food bank wins thanks to football club

Our football club has spent weeks collecting items donated by fans to give to a local foodbank run by Shildon Alive.

Shildon AFC treasurer Diane Dent along with director Norman Smith and captain Ben Trotter, have spent the weeks running up to Christmas raising the awareness of the need for essential food items,to give to families over the seasonal period.

The club has collected over £400 of essentials which has been matched by their sponsor, homes and communities organisation Livin.

Diane Dent said : ”we are a community club and we are delighted that with the help of our club sponsors Livin, we’ve been able to help those in our community that need it most, especially at this time of year. We hope to do more for our community in the coming months and years”

Zara Duncanson, Shildon Alive volunteer said, “we are so overwhelmed and grateful for the donations, they will go along way to helping a lot of people this Christmas.”

To find out how to access food bank supplies please contact your local foodbank.

Shildon AFC pay a visit to the Children’s Ward

Manager and players visited the Children’s Ward at Darlington Memorial Hospital this week to spread a little Christmas cheer.

Shildon AFC manager Daniel Moore and his captain Ben Trotter dropped in with some presents made possible through funding from Shildon AFC, their players, the Supporters Club, homes and communities organisation Livin, Shildon Development Centre, and Chairman David Dent and his wife Diane.

Daniel Moore said: “It’s nice to put a smile on their faces when they are having a bit of a tough time.  It is something that we can give back.  The afternoon went really well and we were able to leave some presents for children who might have to visit the ward over the Christmas period too.” Jayne Auld, ward manager, said, “We are very grateful for the gifts which we know will be very welcomed by the children and their families.”

NEW SIGNING | Dale Mulligan from Stockton Town

We are delighted to announce that Dale Mulligan has today completed his transfer from Stockton Town.

Dale is an old school centre half, big and strong with a great never say die attitude.  He is a no nonsense player, good in the air and loves a tackle. He has a lot of experience in the Northern League having played for Billingham Synthonia, Norton & Stockton Ancients and Marske United.

Welcome to the club Dale.

eNL1 RESULT | Penrith 1 Shildon 1

Ben Trotter scored for Shildon to earn a point away to Penrith.

Shildon started brightly and  had several chances in the first 15 mins to go ahead. Former Shildon striker Martyn Coleman came closest for Penrith hitting the post with a half volley from the 18 yard line. Ben’s goal came on 41mins when the ball fell to him on the edge of the box and he hit an unstoppable shot into the net.

On the stroke of half time Penrith levelled. A shot from Grant Davidson was deflected into his own net by Aidan Heywood.

In the second half both teams had chances to win, the closest for Shildon was a Nathan Steel effort that struck the post.

FT : Penrith 1 Shildon 1

Shildon AFC Supporters Club | Super Santa Sunday 6 Tickets on Sale

Tickets for Super Santa Sunday 6 will be available to buy at the Supporters Club meeting on Wednesday evening from 7pm in the Clubhouse

The event takes place on Sunday 23rd December from 2:30pm to 8pm and features the band The Britz

The Britz are a Tribute to Classic British Bands such as The Beatles .The Kinks
The Small Faces Police The Jam The Who 10cc Stones ELO
Uriah Heep Buzzcocks Clash and many more

Tickets are priced at £5

FA VASE RESULT | Shildon 2 Sunderland RCA 3

Shildon are out of the FA Vase after a 3-2 defeat against Sunderland RCA.

Shildon controlled most of the 1st half and deservedly took the lead when Daniel Moore struck a shot low into the bottom corner.

In the second half Sunderland RCA upped the tempo and took the lead. First Page rounded Newbrook in the Shildon goal to level, then O’Neill gave Sunderland RCA the lead. Aaron Duell then leveled for the home side with a shot from outside the box with 8 minutes remaining.

In the 94th minute of the game, Shildon gave away a free kick just outside the box, eventually the ball landed at the feet of Davis who shot past Newbrook.

FT Shildon 2 Sunderland RCA 3

Att : 212