Tomorrow we welcome back our former Manager, Dan Moore to Dean Street. Since we parted company in the summer he has gone on to do a great job with Hebburn Town. A Club who have the resources to go further and who currently sit in second place. Continue reading “Shildon AFC v Hebburn Town FC – Chairman’s Preview”
Tomorrow’s PitchingIn Northern Premier League East away game against Ossett United FC has been postponed due to a frozen pitch, with no improvement in the weather expected.
We will of course let you know as soon as a new date is arranged.
Shildon AFC is pleased to announce that Chris Hughes has committed to the Club until the end of season 2024/25 as First Team Manager. Chris will be supported by Craig Hughes, David Pounder, Alex White and David Howe who all form part of his Management Team.
Chairman David Dent said “I’m delighted that Chris has committed to the Club. He’s made a difference already in the way we train and play and he’s started to get results, it’s really important to have continuity but it’s even more important to have someone who shares your football philosophy and who you can trust. I’ve known Chris for over 10 years, he shares the same values as the Club and I’ve every confidence that with his commitment and ability he will ensure that we are playing in the NPL next season, which is an integral part of our vision for the Club.”
Chris Hughes said “We are delighted to commit to the club and the long term plan the club has in place. We have made changes to the way we train, play and analyse games over the past few weeks. The way the players have responded to the changes has been pleasing and we know there is even more to come from them. We have seen a more consistent, higher level of performance in the last 4 games and will continue to raise the standards as the weeks go on. Our positive relationship with the board, reserve team, U18s and supporters will be key in making this vision a reality and we are committed to the wider vision the club has.”
The PitchingIn Northern Premier League East have today released the fixtures for the 2022/23 season.
The first league game of the season is away against Grantham Town FC on the 13th August, with our first home game being an evening kick-off against Dunston UTS (16th August). In the same month we have away games at Brighouse and Stockton Town with a home game against Bridlington inbetween. We also have the FA Cup Preliminary Round tie against either Newcastle Benfield or Crook Town on the 20th August.
All the league fixtures can be found here: NPL East 2022/23
The league fixtures for the whole season will be updated on our website over the next couple of days.
Shildon AFC is holding a free football school at Dean Street during the Easter Holidays, once again sponsored by Livin and with support from the PitchingIn Trident Community Fund and Shildon Alive. This follows on from successful schemes held over the last three years.
The scheme will take place between Monday 11th and Thursday 14th of April with each day starting at 10am and running through till 3pm, it is aimed at children between the ages of 8 and 12yrs (open to all not just Livin tenants, however places are limited).
Breakfast and a healthy lunch will be provided and the children will be coached by qualified players and coaches.
If you would like to register your interest please email Carolyn on cazmul@sky.com providing your children’s names, addresses, ages, and contact details.