Jack Blackford

Jack progressed through the youth academy at Hartlepool United FC, during his development, he attracted significant attention, earning professional trials with Manchester City FC, Aston Villa, and West Bromwich Albion. He will be familiar to Shildon suporters having originally arrived at the club on loan back in 2017 from Hartlepool, leaving to join Marske United in 2021. Jack has also had spells at Guisborough Town, Newton Aycliffe, Redcar Athletic & Bishop Auckland. Jack re-joined Shildon AFC in July 2026.