Shildon came from behind twice and led twice in a 4-4 draw at Ryhope CW.
Shildon goals were scored by Lewis Wing, Matty Robson, Stephen Capper and a first goal in Shildon colours for Adam Burnicle.
Full match report to follow…
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Neil Edgeley funeral details
Neil Edgeley our well liked and respected Kit Man sadly passed away on the 22nd February.
Neil’s funeral will take place on Friday 10th March at Coundon Crematorium at 10 o’clock.
All the club Directors, and I am sure I speak for all the Shildon AFC fans, would like to offer our deepest condolences to Neil’s family at this sad time and our thoughts and hearts are with them.
Neil was hugely respected by everyone that has played for the club and I am sure everyone will always remember his dry sense of humour.
Daniel Moore, Shildon AFC Manager, tweeted
On behalf of all the players and staff at Shildon AFC football club our heart felt sympathy goes out to Neil’s family and friends at this sad time. Neil was a true gentleman and was a massive part of not just the football club but also the dressing room, from sorting the kit to clubbing in Newcastle this man captured all the players hearts and will be a massive miss. Rest in Peace Neil.
Jamie Harwood, Shildon AFC Captain, tweeted
RIP Neil will be missed mate wonderful guy x
Marc Ellison, Shildon AFC player, tweeted
One in a million. Rest in peace my mate x x x x
Brian Burn, Shildon AFC Vice President, tweeted
Tonight is a very sad time for Shildon AFC as our well respected kit man passed away rest in peace Neil top man
Billy Greulich-Smith, Shildon AFC Vice Player, tweeted
Absolutely gutted! Without doubt one of the nicest men I’ve ever met! RIP Neil
Tom Clegg’s photos v South Shields now online
In Memory of Neil Edgeley, Shildon AFC Kitman who sadly passed away. RIP Neil.
ENL1 : South Shields 2 Shildon 0
Shildon are now 20 points behind league leaders North Shields after a 2-0 defeat to fellow title contenders South Shields.
Gavin Cogdon gave South Shields the lead in the first half.Carl Finnigan added the second with virtually the last kick of the match. Lewis Wing came closest for Shildon hitting a post from a free-kick in the second half.
Full Match report to follow…
An evening with Kevin Stonehouse
Shildon AFC Social Club will be hosting an evening with Kevin Stonehouse on Friday March 24th to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis.
Tickets are priced at £2.50 each and that includes a Pie & Pea supper.
Kevin is a former professional footballer who played as a striker for Blackburn Rovers, Huddersfield Town, Blackpool, Darlington, Carlisle Utd and Rochdale. His professional record is as follows
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979–1982 | Blackburn Rovers | 85 | (27) |
| 1982–1984 | Huddersfield Town | 22 | (4) |
| 1984–1986 | Blackpool | 56 | (19) |
| 1986–1989 | Darlington | ? | (?) |
| 1988 | → Carlisle United (loan) | 3 | (0) |
| 1989–1990 | Rochdale | 14 | (2) |
New Signing : Adam Burnicle
New Shildon AFC manager Daniel Moore has brought in striker Adam Burnicle from West Auckland as his first signing for the club.
Daniel says he is delighted to have signed a player with a proven goal scoring record at this level and is also a signing with a view towards the future.
Subject to FA clearance Adam will be in the squad for tomorrow’s game away to West Allotment Celtic.
Welcome to the club Adam.
Shildon AFC Supporters Club Coach to West Allotment Celtic
The Shildon AFC Supporters club are running a bus to the Northern League fixture against West Allotment Celtic on Saturday 18th February.
The bus will be leaving from the football ground at 1:15pm on Saturday.
If you would like to travel on the bus please contact Winnie on 0778 497 5451 asap to book your seat.
Shildon AFC Supporters Club coach to South Shields – Seats still available
Seats are still available for the bus to South Shields. The Supporters club are subsidising the cost of travel for the bus on Saturday 25th February.
Prices for the trip will be £4 for Adults and £2 for Concessions.
Can anyone who is wishing to travel please contact Winnie on 0778 497 5451 asap to book your seat.
Ryhope CW v Shildon Match Postponed
Today’s game against Ryhope CW has been called off due to a waterlogged pitch.