By Brian Bennett Gary Ormston will wave a fond farewell to his playing days on the football pitch when Ashington travel to face Bradford Park Avenue in their final league match of the season tomorrow. The midfielder has announced that he will hang up his boots after the final whistle at the Horsfall Community Stadium… Read more: GARY ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT FROM FOOTBALL

In partnership with our Supporters Club we are please to bring you the supporters poll for Player of the Season. Please cast your vote by 5pm on Wednesday 30th April. The winner will be revealed at our presentation evening on Friday 2nd May.

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray saw his outfit go down to a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Heaton Stannington on Easter Monday and revealed afterwards that he didn’t think the Colliers did enough to win the game. It was another flat performance by the Colliers with little for a crowd of over… Read more: NICK GRAY: “I DIDN’T THINK WE DID ENOUGH TO WIN THE GAME”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor has described the Easter Monday showdown against Heaton Stannington as being a must-win game for the Wansbeck side. McIvor was speaking minutes after the Colliers had secured a share of the spoils from their Pitching In Northern Premier League East Division clash against Sheffield on Good Friday.… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “WE’VE GOT TO WIN ON MONDAY”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray says his players have got to ‘turn up’ for two big games over the Easter period following Saturday’s 1-0 defeat against Garforth Town. The boss takes his side to face already relegated Sheffield FC on Good Friday before the Colliers host local rivals Heaton Stannington at Woodhorn Lane… Read more: NICK GRAY: “WE’RE A JEKYLL & HYDE SIDE”

By Brian Bennett Josh Gilchrist netted the goal 20 minutes from time which sealed three points for his side from their away clash against Liversedge at The Leading-Edge Clayborn Stadium on Saturday. And the 22-year-old striker revealed that his 14th goal of the campaign was probably one of the most important he has scored all… Read more: JOSH GILCHRIST: “THE GOAL IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT I HAVE SCORED ALL SEASON”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor admitted that his sides’ clash against Liversedge on Saturday was ‘awful to watch’ – but said the 1-0 victory was a fantastic result in West Yorkshire. Josh Gilchrist scored the vital goal in the 71st minute of a game which will not live long in the memory… Read more: LIAM McIVOR “IT WAS AWFUL TO WATCH – BUT IT WAS A FANTASTIC RESULT”

Following on from our post last week regarding giving our fans the options to vote on our new kit, Ashington Football Club is proud to unveil sponsorship opportunities for our 2025/26 home shirt. We’re inviting local and regional businesses to be part of our historic club. We’re offering three premium sponsorship positions:• Front Shirt Sponsor… Read more: Support Ashington FC – Be Part of Our Journey in 2025/26

We’re excited to share the chance for you to choose our 25/26 home season kit! This year, we’ve honoured our heritage by incorporating our traditional stripes and colours into three designs. Now it’s your turn to weigh in! ⚫️ Design A – A nostalgic black and white stripe design that pays homage to our roots.… Read more: ASHINGTON AFC – HOME KIT – 2025/26

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray wasn’t being flippant when he said that he would have accepted a sub-standard performance from his side against Emley at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday – so long as they secured three points! However, after seeing the Colliers trail at the break by a single goal, the boss got… Read more: NICK GRAY: “IT WAS A THOROUGHLY DESERVED THREE POINTS”

By Brian Bennett Maybes he was just being coy – but Jamie Holmes was certainly not over egging the goal which he scored in Ashington’s fully merited 3-1 win over promotion chasing Emley at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. The 27 year-old striker joined the Colliers a couple of weeks ago on a dual registration with… Read more: JAMIE HOLMES: “IT WAS ONE OF MY BETTER STRIKES”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray has issued a rallying call to the Wansbeck public as his side enter a crucial phase of their season in the East Division of the Pitching In Northern Premier League. The Colliers have six games of their campaign remaining – three at home and three away – but… Read more: FANS CAN PLAY THEIR PART SAYS GRAY

By Brian Bennett Liam Henderson became Nick Gray’s latest signing last week when the experienced striker put pen to paper in time for him to make his debut against table toppers Cleethorpes Town on Saturday. The Colliers took an early lead through Craig Spooner but ‘The Owls’ hit back to win the contest 3-1 with… Read more: LIAM HENDERSON SIGNS

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray remained upbeat despite his sides 3-1 defeat against Cleethorpes Tonw on Saturday. As the countdown to the last six games begins, Gray said that the key message to the group of players is for them to understand the difference between winning and losing – and what it means… Read more: NICK GRAY: “ALL THAT MATTERS NOW IS GETTING POINTS”

By Brian Bennett Assistant manager Liam McIvor poured praise on a depleted Ashington squad on Saturday and described their 2-2 draw against promotion hopefuls Belper Town as being ‘a big point.’ McIvor said: “We obviously wanted to win the game but on reflection, a draw was probably a fair result. It’s a big point for… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “OBVIOUSLY WE WANTED TO WIN THE GAME, BUT IT WAS A BIG POINT”

By Brian Bennett Jamie Holmes made his debut for Ashington in their 1-0 defeat at promotion chasing Emley on Saturday. The 27-year-old striker – who plays for Ebac Northern League first division outfit North Shields – has signed for the Colliers on a dual registration. Newcastle-born Holmes – a marine engineer – said: “I’m home… Read more: HOLMES SIGNS ON DUAL REGISTRATION

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor had a lot of sympathy for his playing squad following their slender 1-0 defeat against promotion chasing Emley AFC at the Fantastic Media Welfare ground on Saturday. What developed into an evenly contested game in West Yorkshire was settled by a goal after 14 minutes by Emley… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “WE DESERVED SOMETHING OUT OF THE GAME”

By Brian Bennett Ashington AFC chair Nicola Sanders-Cooper has lavished warm praise on the female volunteers at the Woodhorn Lane based club – ahead of International Women’s Day on Saturday (March 8). Nicola – who took over as interim chair last year when Brian Shotton stepped down – said that the praise is well deserved.… Read more: NICOLA’S PRAISE FOR FEMALE VOLUNTEERS

By Brian Bennett It was a crestfallen Liam McIvor who emerged from the Ashington dressing room after promotion chasers North Ferriby had come back from a two goals deficit and scored a stoppage time winner at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. The defeat rubbed more salt into already sore wounds for the Wansbeck outfit following their… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “IT WAS A DEMORALISING DEFEAT – AND I HOPE THIS RESULT DOESN’T COME BACK TO BITE US”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray admitted that his sides’ exit from the Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup against Morpeth Town on Tuesday night was ‘a cruel one to take’ – but said he couldn’t have been prouder of his players. On a night of high drama at Craik Park, the game finished all… Read more: NICK GRAY “I COULDN’T HAVE BEEN PROUDER OF THE LADS – IT WAS A CRUEL ONE TO TAKE”

By Brian Bennett Skipper Karl Ross will lead Ashington out against Morpeth Town in the semi final of the Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup on Tuesday night  – firmly believing that it will be ‘all cisterns go’ at Craik Park. The 26 year old midfielder – Ashington’s longest serving player who is a plumber by… Read more: ASHINGTON SKIPPER KARL ROSS: “IT’LL BE ALL CISTERNS GO”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor says he ‘can’t wait’ for Tuesday night’s clash against Morpeth Town in the semi final of the Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup to come around. Apart from local rivalry, the tie which is being staged at Craik Park, will see the Colliers from the Pitching In Northern… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “IF THE ASHINGTON WHO PLAYED IN THE SECOND HALF AGAINST BRIGHOUSE TURN UP, WE’LL GIVE MORPETH A GOOD GAME”

By Brian Bennett Sam Fishburn, Ashington’s new on-loan signing from Scunthorpe United, made his first appearance for the club in the 3-1 away defeat at Bridlington Town – then revealed afterwards that he could have been facing the Colliers at the Mounting Systems Stadium on Saturday instead of playing for them! “Funnily enough, I was… Read more: SAM FISHBURN: “FUNNILY ENOUGH, I WAS SUPPOSED TO BE SIGNING FOR BRIDLINGTON!”

By Brian Bennett Manager Nick Gray apologised to the Ashington supporters following Saturday’s 3-1 defeat against Bridlington after his side had capitulated in the first half hour during which they conceded all three goals. ‘The Seasiders’ accepted charitable gifts from the Colliers inside a 20 minutes spell and although they rallied after the break and… Read more: FURIOUS BOSS GRAY HITS OUT

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington striker Josh Gilchrist hit double figures for the season on Saturday when he scored a brace which helped his side to a convincing 4-1 win over Brighouse Town. And afterwards the 22 year old admitted that wearing the number nine shirt is a big responsibility: “From a… Read more: GILCHRIST: “IT’S A BIG ROLE PLAYING A NUMBER NINE”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor was clearly delighted on Saturday after the Colliers had extended their unbeaten run to four matches with a convincing 4-1 success over Brighouse Town. “Looking at the bigger picture, our results show only two defeats from our last 12 games – and today… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “IT WAS A GAME OF TWO HALVES”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray was ecstatic after his side came from behind to clinch a 2-1 victory over Bishop Auckland on Tuesday night. And afterwards the boss said: “There are some happy faces in the dressing room – and I want to see happy faces more often! I’m delighted with the result.… Read more: GRAY: “THERE ARE SOME HAPPY FACES IN THE DRESSING ROOM – AND I WANT TO SEE HAPPY FACES MORE OFTEN”

By Brian Bennett Harrison Clark’s first ever goal for Ashington sealed a draw for his side from their Pitching In Northern Premier League East Division clash against Pontefract Collieries on Saturday. And afterwards, the 21-year-old – who was Nick Gray’s first signing after he had been appointed as manager in early October – described the… Read more: CLARK: “IT WAS NICE TO GET ON THE SCORE SHEET”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray – whilst pleased with the way his side recovered from a 2-0 deficit to force a 2-2 away draw against Pontefract Collieries on Saturday – could not conceal his overall disappointment that the Colliers left West Yorkshire without a win. Following an uneventful first period, a quick-fire double… Read more: GRAY: “IF I’M BEING BRUTALLY HONEST, I’M DISAPPOINTED THAT WE DIDN’T COME AWAY WITH ALL THREE POINTS”

By Brian Bennett Ryan Catterick made his debut for Ashington in their NPL East Division clash against Consett at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. And afterwards, the 25 year old goalkeeper revealed that he was delighted with the way he had settled in and thought his side should have taken all three points: “I enjoyed it… Read more: CATTERICK: “I THOUGHT I PLAYED WELL”

Are you passionate about Ashington AFC and making an impact in our community. The Matchday Secretary is a central role on matchdays within the club. Role Overview The Matchday Secretary is responsible for the administration requirements of the club for both home and away matches. Key Responsibilities Desired Skill Why join us? Please note that… Read more: MATCHDAY SECRETARY

Are you passionate about Ashington AFC and making an impact in our community. The Club Secretary is a central role within the club for the ongoing day to day operational running of the club. Role Overview The Club Secretary is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the club. They are the club’s main point of… Read more: CLUB SECRETARY

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor was still seething when he gave his postmatch interview stating that the Colliers had thrown two points away on Saturday after their NPL East Division clash against Consett had finished 1-1 at Woodhorn Lane. Both goals came from second half penalties with Josh Gilchrist on the mark… Read more: McIVOR: “IT WAS A MASSIVE TWO POINTS DROPPED”

By Brian Bennett There was double joy for Karl Ross at Woodhorn Lane this afternoon. The 26 year old – Ashington’s longest serving player and captain – played his 200th game for his hometown club against Consett on the same day that he signed an extension to his contract. Ross – who lifted the coveted… Read more: DOUBLE JOY FOR ROSS

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray plunged into the transfer market this week to sign goalkeeper Ryan Catterick from fellow NPL East Division outfit Bishop Auckland. Woodhorn Lane supporters will recall that on the final day of the Ebac Northern League’s first division campaign two seasons ago when Ashington had to avoid defeat and… Read more: COLLIERS SIGN CATTERICK

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray – understandably hurt after a 4-0 defeat on Tuesday night against Newton Aycliffe – nevertheless gave praise to the County Durham outfit and described them as being “the best team we have played so far this season.” Gray said afterwards: “We were beaten on the night by the… Read more: GRAY: “AYCLIFFE ARE THE BEST TEAM WE HAVE PLAYED SO FAR THIS SEASON”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie It was a smiling Liam McIvor who emerged from the Ashington dressing rooms following the Colliers’ 1-0 win over Stocksbridge Park Steels on Saturday. Defender Ben Williams scored the all important goal as early as the fourth minute and although the Wansbeck side had to defend manfully, it… Read more: McIVOR: “I’M REALLY HAPPY”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ben Williams was delighted to get off the mark and register his first goal of the season for Ashington on Saturday which secured a precious 1-0 win over Stocksbridge Park Steels. However the 20 year old defender who is on-loan from Gateshead until the end of the campaign… Read more: WILLIAMS: “I’M BUZZING FOR THE LADS ABOUT THE RESULT BECAUSE IT’S A REAL CONFIDENCE BOOSTER”

Do you want to help Ashington AFC to increase their online engagement and offering on matchdays? This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is keen to develop their own personal skills in the media domain while also providing an essential service for fans far and wide. Role Overview As a Matchday Social Media… Read more: MATCHDAY SOCIAL MEDIA LEAD

Are you passionate about Ashington AFC and making an impact in our community. We invite you to join our Revenue Growth Committee. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are eager to contribute their skills and ideas to help us thrive financially and expand our reach. Role Overview As a member of other Revenue… Read more: JOIN OUR REVENUE GROWTH COMMITTEE

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s new striker Cieran Jackson said at the weekend that he is excited about joining the Woodhorn Lane based outfit. The 24 year old was included in the squad for Saturday’s trip to face Sherwood Colliery and came on as a substitute just past the hour mark. The contest finished all square… Read more: JACKSON: “I’M EXCITED ABOUT JOINING ASHINGTON”

By Brian Bennett Ryan Wombwell scored his first ever goal for Ashington in their 1-1 draw against Sherwood Colliery on Saturday. Wombwell’s strike came with just two minutes of the 90 remaining – but the on-loan defender revealed afterwards that the thoughts from within the Ashington camp was that they had dropped two points as… Read more: WOMBWELL: “I WAS HAPPY TO FINALLY GET MY FIRST GOAL FOR ASHINGTON”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor looked on as Ryan Wombwell scored a late equaliser to rescue a point for the Colliers from their clash against Sherwood Colliery at Debdale Park on Saturday – and said he thought a draw was the least the Wansbeck side deserved. Wombwell’s strike – his first goal… Read more: McIVOR: “A DRAW WAS THE LEAST WE DESERVED”

By Brian Bennett Manager Nick Gray will take his new Ashington side to face one of his former clubs in the semi final of this season’s Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup. The Colliers have been drawn away to Morpeth Town whilst the other tie will see Heaton Stannington face holders Newcastle United u21’s. The boss… Read more: NEWCASTLE FLOORING NORTHUMBERLAND SENIOR CUP SEMI FINAL DRAW –NICK GRAY GIVES HIS REACTION

By Brian Bennett Delighted after his side had collected three precious points with a 1-0 victory after a pulsating non-stop encounter against Grimsby Borough on Wednesday night, Ashington manager Nick Gray has challenged his players to perform even better. On what eventually turned out to be a perfect evening for football – following a pre… Read more: HAPPY GRAY

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray wants his players to improve their away form in the second half of the season. Following back to back league games against Bishop Auckland and Newton Aycliffe which have been postponed due to frozen surfaces, the Colliers now head into a programme of fixtures which will see them… Read more: GRAY SETS HIS PLAYERS A CHALLENGE

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray has added experienced campaigner Ryan Donaldson to his squad. The midfielder joined the Colliers from neighbours Blyth Spartans last week and Gray is looking to the former Hartlepool man to bring leadership as well as experience to the squad. Gray said: “”I’ve known Ryan closely for a good… Read more: DONALDSON SIGNS FROM SPARTANS

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray received the perfect Christmas present from his players when the Colliers’ win over Heaton Stannington on Boxing Day lifted them out of the bottom four of the East Division of the Pitching In Northern Premier League. At the time, the 3-1 victory made it three games unbeaten before… Read more: GRAY: “WOODHORN LANE IS A MUCH HAPPIER PLACE THAN IT WAS A MONTH AGO”

By Brian Bennett It’s rapidly approaching four months since Nick Gray took over the managerial position at Ashington and appointed Liam McIvor as his assistant. And with a blank Saturday after the Colliers’ scheduled league clash away to Bishop Auckland was postponed due to a frozen pitch, Gray took time out to reflect on his… Read more: GRAY: “THE MANAGER’S JOB IS SLIGHTLY MORE DIFFICULT THAN I THOUGHT”

As we move into 2025, Ashington AFC is challenging local businesses to join our 100 Board Challenge! We’re aiming for 100 advertising boards around our ground, showcasing the incredible businesses that make our area thrive while showing support for the Football Club. For just £350 + VAT, you’ll receive: Prime advertising space at our ground… Read more: The “100 Board Challenge” – Support Ashington AFC and Your Business in 2025

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray analysed the 1-0 home defeat against Dunston UTS on Monday night and reckons his squad need to have more belief and conviction. Gray said afterwards: “The result was disappointing – and I’m a bit frustrated and disappointed for the lads because they put a lot of effort into… Read more: GRAY: “I’M FRUSTRATED AND DISAPPOINTED FOR THE LADS – BUT THEY NEED TO HAVE A BIT MORE BELIEF AND CONVICTION”

By Brian Bennett It was his first goal of the season – but Ben Sampson’s fantastic 20 yards lob against Heaton Stannington on Thursday will go down as another to add to his glowing collection. It appears the midfielder only deals in extra special ‘goals’ – like the one he scored in the 5-0 win… Read more: SAMPSON: “I DEFINITELY MEANT IT”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor – delighted with the 3-1 win over Heaton Stannington on Boxing Day – reckons the Woodhorn Lane outfit have ‘turned a corner.’ After the hosts had opened the scoring through Daniel Stephenson, the result was sealed with goals from Wilson Kneeshaw, Paddy Almond and Ben Sampson and… Read more: McIVOR: “I THINK WE’VE TURNED A CORNER”

By Brian Bennett It’s been a busy week for Ashington manager Nick Gray who has brought in three new players – goalkeeper Michael Hogan on loan from neighbours Blyth Spartans, midfielder Marc Ellison from Heaton Stannington and defender Scott Lowery from Dunston UTS. Hogan and Ellison were both named in the starting line up in… Read more: BUSY WEEK FOR GRAY

By Brian Bennett Ashington striker Josh Gilchrist said that the Colliers need to ‘kick on’ and back up what was an all important 2-1 win over Ossett United at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. Before kick-off, the Wansbeck outfit were second from bottom of the East Division of the Pitching In Northern Premier League and although… Read more: GILCHRIST: “NOW WE NEED TO KICK ON”

By Brian Bennett It was a jubilant Ashington manager Nick Gray who emerged from the dressing room on Saturday after his side had taken a precious three points following a hard fought 2-1 win in testing windy conditions over Ossett United. Now the Woodhorn Lane boss has stressed that his team have got to build… Read more: GRAY: “WE HAVE GOT TO BUILD ON TODAY’S VICTORY”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray pulled no punches on Saturday after his side had allowed ten-man Carlton Town to bundle in an equaliser as the teams played out a 2-2 draw at Woodhorn Lane. Gray’s outfit are in the bottom four of the Pitching In Northern Premier League East Division and points are… Read more: GRAY: “IT WAS ONE POINT GAINED”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray – disappointed that Saturday’s NPL East Division clash against Grimsby Borough at the Bradley Football Development Centre was postponed – stressed that the Woodhorn Lane outfit have got to ‘keep believing’ that they can get away from the wrong end of the table. The Colliers dropped down a… Read more: GRAY: “WE’VE GOT TO KEEP BELIEVING”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Paul Scott (Blyth Spartans) Former Blyth Spartans goalkeeper Alex Curran helped Ashington to get out of a pickle last week when he agreed to sign for the Colliers on a dual registration with Ebac Northern League first division outfit North Shields. The 36 year old put pen to paper and… Read more: CURRAN SIGNING GETS COLLIERS OUT OF A PICKLE!

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s North Shields-born defender Jordan Summerly firmly believes the Colliers can climb up the East Division table in the Pitching In Northern Premier League. The Wansbeck side remain in the bottom four after Saturday’s 4-0 home defeat against Liversedge – on the day the 28 year old made his return following injury.… Read more: SUMMERLY: “WE CAN GET OUT OF THIS SITUATION”

By Brian Bennett Jordan Summerly made his comeback for Ashington in their home match against Liversedge at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. The former North Shields and Blyth Spartans defender has been ruled out with a knee problem since mid August but thankfully came through unscathed after playing for an hour before being substituted. Now the… Read more: SUMMERLY: “I RECKON THIS IS MY LAST CHANCE TO STAY INJURY FREE”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor said that the early red card for ‘keeper Dan Staples in Saturday’s 4-0 home defeat against Liversedge ‘killed the game’ as a contest. Staples was dismissed by referee Thomas James following an ‘off the ball’ incident and McIvor said: “The sending off killed the game straight away.… Read more: McIVOR: “THE SENDING OFF KILLED THE GAME”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor said the dressing room was ‘buzzing’ after the Colliers had claimed a merited 3-1 success over Newcastle Blue Star to advance into the semi finals of the Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup on Tuesday night. “We only come here for one thing – and that’s to win,”… Read more: McIVOR: “WE’RE THROUGH – AND THAT’S ALL WHAT MATTERS”

By Brian Bennett Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup Quarter final: Ashington v Newcastle Blue Star – Tuesday November 19 Ashington manager Nick Gray says supporters are in for a ‘test of nerves’ when his side come face to face with Newcastle Blue Star on Tuesday night (November 19). The two teams clash in the quarter… Read more: GRAY: “IT’LL BE A TEST OF NERVES FOR SUPPORTERS”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s latest signing, Bailey Geliher says it’s important that the Colliers bounce back after Saturday’ 2-0 defeat at the hands of Cleethorpes Town. The Durham-born 19 year old signed during the week from Ebac Northern League first division side Whickham and said of the move: “I was excited when Nick Gray (Ashington… Read more: GELIHER: “WE’VE GOT TO BOUNCE BACK”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray apologised unreservedly for the performance from his side which culminated in a 2-0 defeat against Cleethorpes Town on Saturday. Connor Smythe’s header coupled to an effort from an acute angle by Bradley Dockerty wrapped up all three points for the visitors. Gray said afterwards: “You cannot expect to… Read more: GRAY: “I’D LIKE TO APOLOGISE TO OUR SUPPORTERS”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor is hoping that the Colliers’ 3-2 victory over Newton Aycliffe on Tuesday night will be the first in a positive run of results as they look to escape from the clutches of the bottom four in the East Division of the Northern Premier League. The Colliers secured… Read more: McIVOR: “WE NEED TO START CLIMBING UP THE LEAGUE TABLE”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray handed a debut to teenager Archie Small in Saturday’s Northern Premier League East Division away clash at Belper Town. Gray has brought in the left sided player on a loan deal from Vanarama National League North outfit Darlington to give his team a bit more balance – and… Read more: SMALL: “I’M DESPERATE TO GET A CHANCE AND PLAY”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Before Ashington’s match against Bridlington Town at Woodhorn Lane, Ben Williams presented Colliers supporter Kathleen Kelly with a bouquet of flowers. Kathleen assists the club with selling the half time 50-50 tickets before every home game and always has a smile on her face. However in the fixture… Read more: BEN’S LOVELY GESTURE TO KATHLEEN

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray was naturally disappointed following his sides 1-0 defeat against Belper Town in Derbyshire on Saturday. A 63rd minute penalty converted by Curtis Burrows decided the outcome of a closely fought contest but Gray firmly believes that the tide will eventually turn. Speaking afterwards he said: “The players have… Read more: GRAY: “I’M CONFIDENT THAT WE ARE GOING IN THE RIGHT WAY”

Join us for an evening Q&A session with our Football Manager, Nick Gray! This is your chance to dive deep into the challenges and future plans of our beloved team. Friday, 29th NovemberArrival from: 6.30pm | Questions start: 7:00pmAshington AFC, Woodhorn Lane, Ashington, NE63 9FW Whether you have burning questions about player transfers, game tactics,… Read more: Q&A WITH NICK GRAY

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray secured the loan signing of Ryan Wombwell from neighbours Morpeth Town last week – and the defender made his debut in the midweek 0-0 draw against Carlton Town in Nottingham. The 23 year old commented: “I’ve known Nick for a while and have worked with him over the… Read more: WOMBWELL: “I WAS KEEN TO GET STARTED”

By Brian Bennett Kyle Errington said he is delighted to rejoin Ashington – after he signed for the Woodhorn Lane club from Ebac Northern League side Whickham at the start of last week. South Shields-born Errington – a student at University who also works as a strength and conditioning coach – made his second debut… Read more: ERRINGTON REJOINS COLLIERS

By Brian Bennett Ashington boss Nick Gray has praised Josh Gilchrist – who was one of his first signings when he took over the reins at Woodhorn Lane. The attacking midfielder joined the Colliers from fellow NPL East Division side Dunston UTS and offered to play for the first month without receiving a penny as… Read more: GRAY PRAISE FOR GILCHRIST

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Alan Brown admitted to being ‘completely surprised and shocked’ after Ashington Football Club honoured their long serving and hard working logistics manager recently on the occasion of his 70th birthday. Ashington’s former England and Durham pace bowler Steve Harmison presented Alan with a personalised framed home shirt ‘Brown… Read more: BROWN: “I HAD NO IDEA – IT CAME AS A COMPLETE SURPRISE”

By Brian Bennett It was perhaps ironic that with Bonfire night only a few days away Ashington found a spark of their own to light the blue touch paper which led to a 3-2 victory over Bridlington Town at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. For several weeks performances from the Colliers have been overshadowed by the… Read more: GILCHRIST: “I WAS JUST HAPPY TO BE IN THE RIGHT PLACE AT THE RIGHT TIME”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor described the win over Bridlington at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday as being ‘a massive three points’ and praised the players after a fruitful week. The 3-2 success over the East Yorkshire outfit came after a 0-0 draw against Carlton in Nottingham on Tuesday and McIvor said: “The… Read more: McIVOR: “IT WAS A MASSIVE THREE POINTS FOR US”

By Brian Bennett Manager Nick Gray looked on as Ashington fell to their seventh defeat in a row against North Ferriby at the Dransfield Stadium on Saturday. However the boss – who took over when the Colliers were already on a losing streak – said after the 2-0 reverse that the results which have gone… Read more: GRAY: “I’M CONFIDENT THAT WE’LL GET OUT OF IT”

By Brian Bennett Josh Gilchrist became manager Nick Gray’s second signing when he put pen to paper at the beginning of the week after joining from fellow NPL East Division outfit Dunston UTS. And the 21 year old – an attacking midfielder – was involved immediately as he was named on the bench for Ashington’s… Read more: GILCHRIST: “I’M REALLY EXCITED TO BE HERE”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray said he was disappointed for the players after Tuesday night’s 3-2 defeat against Pontefract Collieries at Woodhorn Lane. However the boss added that there are reasons why the Colliers have extended their losing streak under his leadership. After taking the lead through Craig Spooner, Ashington trailed 3-1 at… Read more: GRAY: “WE GAVE OURSELVES A MOUNTAIN TO CLIMB”

By Brian Bennett Alan Brown celebrates a milestone birthday today – and a group of his friends were more than happy to send him heartfelt messages of congratulations. Now aged 70, Alan continues to devote hours of his time as the long serving logistics manager at Ashington Football Club where he was presented with the… Read more: MILESTONE BIRTHDAY TRIBUTES FOR ALAN

By Brian Bennett Nick Gray reflected on Ashington’s 1-0 defeat at Brighouse on Saturday and said that the players have got to keep believing in themselves if they are to turn the season into a successful one. A goal in the first half by Jack Dando settled the contest in Brighouse’s favour and Gray said:… Read more: GRAY: “WE’VE GOT TO KEEP BELIEVING IN OURSELVES TO TURN THE SEASON INTO A SUCCESSFUL ONE”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Nick Gray made his first signing as Ashington manager last week when he brought in midfielder Harrison Clark from Blyth Spartans. Clark put pen to paper in time for him to be included in Saturday’s home clash against Stocksbridge Park Steels where he started as a substitute. And… Read more: LOCAL LAD CLARK JOINS COLLIERS

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie It wasn’t the dream start which Nick Gray and his assistant Liam McIvor had wished for. Ashington’s new management team – in the dugout for the first time – looked on as the Colliers spiralled to a fourth consecutive defeat on Saturday against Stocksbridge Park Steels. However despite… Read more: GRAY: “OVERALL I DEFINITELY THOUGHT WE DESERVED A POINT”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie New assistant manager Liam McIvor says he cannot wait for Ashington’s NPL East Division home clash against Stocksbridge Park Steels on Saturday (October 12). McIvor has been brought in by Nick Gray to be his number two with the pair previously working together at Ebac Northern League first… Read more: GRAY APPOINTS McIVOR AS HIS ASSISTANT MANAGER

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray revealed that his proudest moment in football was eight years ago when he steered Morpeth Town to a 4-1 win over Hereford to lift the FA Vase at Wembley Stadium. Recalling the unforgettable scenes, Gray said: “It was so special and is my proudest moment. There was a… Read more: GRAY: “VASE WIN IS MY PROUDEST MOMENT”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington manager Nick Gray has called on the public to come out in force on Saturday (October 12) when the Colliers take on Stocksbridge Park Steels in their Northern Premier League East Division clash at Woodhorn Lane (3pm). Gray – installed into the managerial hot seat last Sunday… Read more: GRAY: “FANS CAN PLAY A BIG PART”

By Brian Bennett Newly installed Ashington manager Nick Gray has targeted a place in the play offs come the end of the season. Gray – who was announced as the new boss on Sunday afternoon – supervised his first training session at the club on Tuesday evening ahead of Saturday’s home clash against Stocksbridge Park… Read more: GRAY TARGETS PLAY OFF PLACES

By Brian Bennett Paul Robinson, Gary Ormston and Andrew Cartwright have stepped away from interim management duties after Ashington appointed Nick Gray as their new boss on Sunday afternoon. And Robinson said that it’s a really good opportunity for Gray to ‘put his stamp’ on things: “Ashington is a brilliant club and I think it’s… Read more: ROBINSON SPEAKS HIGHLY OF CLUB AS NEW BOSS COMES IN

By Brian Bennett Paul Robinson thought Ashington ‘possibly deserved a point’ despite going down 3-2 against Consett at the Belle View Stadium on Saturday. After Marc Costello’s opener for the home side, Jack Camarda levelled from the penalty spot but the Steelmen got their noses back in front through Brandon Holdsworth before substitute Jake Jensen… Read more: ROBINSON: “I THOUGHT WE POSSIBLY DESERVED A POINT”

By Brian Bennett Andrew Cartwright fronted up to deliver the postmatch assessment from the Ashington camp following their 4-1 defeat against Sheffield FC at Woodhorn Lane on Tuesday night. Charlie Exley scored what turned out to be a mere consolation goal for the Colliers with an honest and frank Cartwright saying that the visitors wanted… Read more: CARTWRIGHT: “SHEFFIELD WANTED IT MORE THAN US – AND OUR PERFORMANCE WAS NOT GOOD ENOUGH”

The interim management team has performed exceptionally well since their appointment, with the positive performances and results, allowing the club the necessary time to conduct a thorough recruitment process involving applications, shortlisting, and discussions. Their professionalism and commitment have been instrumental during this transitional period. On Tuesday, the interim management team met with the club… Read more: MANAGERIAL UPDATE

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ben Williams says he is delighted to be back at Ashington – after signing for the Colliers at the end of last week on loan from Gateshead until January. The 19 year old was a big hit with supporters at Woodhorn Lane last season which was confirmed when… Read more: WILLIAMS: “I’M DELIGHTED TO BE BACK”

By Brian Bennett Paul Robinson has urged the hierarchy at Ashington to ‘act sharp’ and install a new manager in the wake of Saturday’s woeful display and 1-0 defeat against East Division newcomers Sherwood Colliery at Woodhorn Lane. Robinson, Gary Ormston and Andrew Cartwright were appointed by the club as the interim management team following… Read more: ROBINSON CALLS FOR ASHINGTON TO ‘ACT SHARP’

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Andrew Johnson has had quite a mixed bag since he re-joined Ashington last week. The midfielder who played for the Colliers as a teenager, left his hometown club nine years ago and went on to have highly successful four year spells with both Spennymoor Town and Morpeth Town… Read more: AJ EXPERIENCES A MIXED BAG

By Brian Bennett Paul Robinson – who alongside Gary Ormston and Andrew Cartwright form the interim management team at Ashington – said the trio were ‘really pleased’ after the Colliers had advanced into the next round of the Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup following a 4-1 win over North Shields on Wednesday night. Robinson commented:… Read more: PAUL ROBINSON – POST MATCH REACTION (SENIOR CUP)

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Paul Robinson expressed his disappointment after Ashington – who were leading 2-0 – conceded two goals in the closing stages against Grimsby Borough with the game ending in a 2-2 draw. Robinson – who along with Gary Ormston and Andrew Cartwright are forming the interim management team until… Read more: PAUL ROBINSON – POST MATCH REACTION

By Brian Bennett Andrew Cartwright – who alongside Gary Ormston and Paul Robinson form the interim management team at Ashington whilst news of a new appointment at the helm continues – hailed the players after they had recorded a slender 1-0 win over Bradford Park Avenue on a bitterly cold night at Woodhorn Lane on… Read more: ANDREW CARTWRIGHT – POST MATCH REACTION

By Brian Bennett Andrew Johnson says he is ‘really happy’ to return to Ashington – after the news of him putting pen to paper for the Colliers was announced yesterday. Johnson was with the Woodhorn Lane outfit as a teenager before he left nine years ago: “I’m really happy to come back to the club,”… Read more: DELIGHT AS AJ RETURNS TO ASHINGTON

Ashington Football Club is delighted to announce the return of Andrew Johnson to his hometown club. After successful spells with West Allotment Celtic, Spennymoor Town, Morpeth, and most recently a brief stint at Newcastle Blue Star, Andrew brings a wealth of experience and quality to the squad. We are excited to welcome him back and… Read more: AJ RETURNS TO ASHINGTON AFC