By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Marc Ellison thought Tuesday night’s 1-1 draw against local rivals Morpeth Town was ‘probably a fair result’ in the end. The Colliers trailed to a goal just past the half hour mark from Morpeth skipper Jeff Henderson – who was sent off on the stroke of half time following an… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “I THINK IN THE END, A DRAW WAS PROBABLY A FAIR RESULT”

By Brian Bennett The draw for the first round of the Newcastle Flooring Northumberland Senior Cup has thrown up several fascinating ties – including a repeat clash between Newcastle University and Ashington. Last season, the Colliers turned in a rock bottom performance against the Students who deservedly marched through after a 2-0 win at Essity… Read more: SENIOR CUP – DRAW REACTION

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s Tom McIntyre made a dream debut on Saturday when he scored the opening goal for the Colliers in their 2-0 victory over Horden Community Welfare at Woodhorn Lane in the extra preliminary round of the Emirates FA Cup. The 22 year-old revealed he was buzzing after being named in the side… Read more: DREAM DEBUT FOR McINTYRE

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Marc Ellison wore a broad smile after the final whistle on Saturday after watching his side deliver a knockout blow against Horden Community Welfare in the extra preliminary round of the Emirates FA Cup. The Colliers will now entertain Thornaby on Saturday week (August 22) as goals from Tom McIntyre… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “IT’S ALWAYS NICE TO START THE SEASON WITH A WIN”

By Brian Bennett Horden Community Welfare manager Jonny Payne is looking forward to his sides’ clash against Ashington in the extra preliminary round of the Emirates FA Cup at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday (August 8). And the long serving boss of the Ebac Northern League first division side reckons his outfit have got a free… Read more: JONNY PAYNE: “IT’S A FREE HIT FOR US”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Marc Ellison says long standing friendships will be put on hold on Saturday (August 8) when the Colliers open their 2026-27 season with a home tie against Horden Community Welfare in the extra preliminary round of the Emirates FA Cup. Not only is Ellison a former player with the County… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “LONG STANDING FRIENDSHIPS WILL TEMPORARILY BE PUT ON HOLD”

By Brian Bennett Striker Josh Gilchrist is hoping to take his goalscoring exploits from Ashington’s warm up matches into the season proper which starts on Saturday week (August 8). The curtain goes up on the Colliers’ campaign when they take on Ebac Northern League first division side Horden Colliery Welfare in the extra preliminary round… Read more: HAPPY GILCHRIST HOPING TO CONTINUE

By Brian Bennett Ashington completed their programme of pre season warm up matches on Wednesday night when they went down to a goal against at the death against Hartlepool United Under 21s at Woodhorn Lane. The Colliers – who played some decent football in spells  – gave both goals away in the first half after… Read more: FINAL PRE-SEASON MATCH ENDS IN DEFEAT

By Brian Bennett The new fixtures were released by the Northern Premier League last week – and Ashington manager Marc Ellison has admitted that his side face a ‘really tough start’ to the campaign. The curtain goes up for the Colliers with a home game against Horden Colliery Welfare in the extra preliminary round of… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “IT’S A REALLY TOUGH START FOR US”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Marc Ellison admitted that it was ‘a tough day at the office’ after he watched his side suffer a 5-0 defeat at the hands of Berwick Rangers at Shielfield Park on Saturday. The ‘Gers were two-nil up at the interval with goals at the beginning and end of the half… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “IT WAS A TOUGH DAY AT THE OFFICE”

By Brian Bennett Ashington have been handed a home draw in the early stages of the FA Cup. In the extra preliminary round, the Colliers will host ENL first division outfit Horden CW with the winners at home to either Guisborough Town or Thornaby. Colliers boss Marc Ellison said: “A home draw is definitely nice.… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “IT’LL BE GREAT TO START OUR COMPETITIVE CAMPAIGN IN FRONT OF OUR OWN SUPPORTERS”

By Brian Bennett On a warm afternoon in County Durham on Saturday, Ashington got their pre season programme underway when they travelled to meet ENL first division outfit Shildon at Dean Street. Although the Colliers were on the wrong end of a 3-1 defeat, it was a good work out for both sides in what… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “THE WAY WE WANT TO IDENTIFY AND PLAY WILL TAKE TIME”

Ashington AFC are delighted to announce the appointment of Ross Pearson as the club’s new Head of Medical ahead of the 2026/27 season. Ross returns to the North East after completing his degree and arrives at Woodhorn Lane following a season with Northern Premier League East Division side Garforth Town, where he served as the… Read more: ASHINGTON AFC APPOINT ROSS PEARSON AS HEAD OF MEDICAL

Ashington AFC is delighted to announce the appointment of Shaun Docherty as the club’s new Head of Recruitment, further strengthening the football operations as the club continues to build for the future. Shaun joins the club with more than 15 years of experience in recruitment, talent identification and building high-performing teams. Alongside his professional recruitment… Read more: ASHINGTON AFC APPOINT SHAUN DOCHERTY AS HEAD OF RECRUITMENT

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington skipper Karl Ross was philosophical about what ambitions lie ahead for the Woodhorn Lane based outfit. The 27 year-old – ready to embark on a ninth consecutive season – was quite happy to state that his team-mates would be looking to push on and finish as high… Read more: KARL ROSS: “EVERY OTHER TEAM IN THE LEAGUE WILL BE HAVING SIMILAR THOUGHTS SO TO AIM FOR THE PLAY OFFS IS ON OUR AGENDA”

By Brian Bennett Kev Chapman says he has not said goodbye to his time at Ashington Football Club – far from it! The Woodhorn Lane club announced last week that they were on the lookout to recruit a new physiotherapist due to Chapman’s increasing workload which meant he was unable to fully commit to the… Read more: KEV CHAPMAN: “IT’S NOT GOODBYE”

On behalf of everyone at Ashington AFC, I would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Kevin Chapman, who has had to step away from his role as the club’s physiotherapist due to increased work commitments. Since joining the club, Kev has been an invaluable member of the backroom team. His professionalism, knowledge… Read more: Club Statement – Kevin Chapman

The FA yesterday announced the dates for the Emirates FA Cup and Isuzu FA Trophy. The Emirates FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round – Saturday 8 August 2026 Preliminary Round – Saturday 22 August 2026 First Round Qualifying – Saturday 5 September 2026 Second Round Qualifying – Saturday 19 September 2026 Third Round Qualifying – Saturday… Read more: FA ANNOUNCE DATES FOR CUPS

Ashington AFC are delighted to announce a new football structure at the club, designed to strengthen and modernise the football operation both on and off the pitch. As part of the restructure, the club has introduced the new position of Head of Football, a strategic leadership role that will report directly to the Board of… Read more: ASHINGTON AFC ANNOUNCE FOOTBALL RESTRUCTURE AND APPOINT IAN SKINNER AS HEAD OF FOOTBALL

Our club volunteers have recently undertaken accessibility training as part of our new Audio Descriptive Companion initiative, supported through funding from the Football Supporters’ Association. The programme is another positive step towards making our club more inclusive, welcoming, and accessible for all supporters. The training has equipped volunteers with the understanding and practical skills needed to better… Read more: VOLUNTEERS UNDERTAKE ACCESSIBILITY TRAINING

By Brian Bennett Ashington Football Club’s recently appointed manager Marc Ellison admitted that he has begun the close season feeling in ‘uncharted waters.’ Ellison, along with skipper Karl Ross, was placed in interim charge of the Colliers in late January after Nick Gray and his assistant Liam McIvor left the club by mutual agreement. The… Read more: “THESE ARE UNCHARTED WATERS FOR ME” SAYS RECENTLY APPOINTED BOSS MARC ELLISON

By Brian Bennett Liam Henderson’s strike against Blyth Town at Gateway Park was voted by the Ashington supporters as being their ‘goal of the season’ – only the forward found it a mind-boggling experience! An honest and totally shocked Henderson said afterwards: “Listen I will happily take the award and I appreciate it but I… Read more: LIAM HENDERSON TAKES AWARD – BUT IS IN TOTAL SHOCK

By Brian Bennett Karl Ross won the Ashington Supporters Player of the Season award on Saturday – and the long serving midfielder was taken aback when his name was announced. The 27 year-old said afterwards: “I’ve got no words really. When you come here you want to be a part of the whole club and… Read more: KARL ROSS: “THIS AWARD MEANS A LOT TO ME”

By Brian Bennett Tributes have poured in following the sudden passing of a former director and football secretary at Ashington Football Club. A family man as well as a passionate football supporter, Brian Robson died at the end of last month aged 63. Lewis Robson, Brian’s elder son, 28, said: “Dad got diagnosed with stage… Read more: TRIBUTES POUR IN FOR THE LATE BRIAN ROBSON

By Brian Bennett Liam Henderson notched a brace in Ashington’s 6-3 win over Lincoln United on Saturday – but the striker revealed after the game that he is mulling over his future. The 36 year-old said: “I don’t know what I’m doing yet in terms of retirement. I haven’t made my mind up but I’m… Read more: LIAM HENDERSON MULLS OVER HIS FUTURE

Ashington AFC are delighted to confirm our season ticket and matchday admission prices for the 2026/27 season will be frozen at the same prices as 2025/26. As we prepare for another Northern Premier League campaign at Woodhorn Lane, we are pleased to offer great value once again – with our early bird season ticket offer… Read more: 2026/27 SEASON TICKET AND MATCHDAY ADMISSION PRICES FROZEN

By Brian Bennett Ryan Donaldson scooped the coveted Players Player of the season at Ashington Football Club on Saturday night – and immediately paid a glowing tribute to one of his defensive team-mates! It is widely regarded that to be the recipient of the Players Player trophy is the top award – and the 34… Read more: RYAN DONALDSON: “I’VE GOT TO GIVE CREDIT TO CHRIS REID”

By Brian Bennett Ashington pulled the curtain down on their season with an eye catching 6-3 win over Lincoln United at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday – then less than 24 hours later, announced Marc Ellison as the club’s new manager! In late January, Ellison and Karl Ross were appointed to take over team affairs during… Read more: ASHINGTON APPOINT ELLISON AS MANAGER

By Brian Bennett Rory Powell netted his first goal in Ashington colours as well as claiming an assist in the Colliers 6-3 win over Lincoln United on Saturday and afterwards, the defender said that he had saved the best until last! “We went out on a high -100 per cent,” he commented, “We started positively… Read more: RORY POWELL: “I SAVED THE BEST UNTIL LAST”

By Brian Bennett Interim manager Marc Ellison was full of praise for his players after their 6-3 victory over Lincoln United at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. After securing their place in the East Division next season, the win propelled the Colliers up to 14th place on 51 points – their highest tally in the league.… Read more: MARC ELLISON PRAISES HIS PLAYERS

Ashington AFC are delighted to confirm that Marc Ellison has been offered and has accepted the position of First Team Manager following yesterday’s game against Lincoln United. Marc has made a strong impact since stepping into the role on an interim basis, guiding the side to 25 points from 16 games and helping drive a… Read more: CLUB STATEMENT – MANAGERIAL APPOINTMENT

By Brian Bennett Ashington skipper Karl Ross has said that the players at Woodhorn Lane will not just go through the motions when the Colliers host Lincoln United in their final game of the season on Saturday. Last weekend, the Colliers booked their place in the East Division of the Pitching In Northern Premier League… Read more: SKIPPER KARL ROSS: “WE WANT TO GO OUT ON A HIGH”

By Brian Bennett Central defender Chris Reid popped up to score a precious goal in Ashington’s 2-0 win over Brighouse Town in West Yorkshire on Saturday. Reid’s calm and assured finish – which any striker would have been proud of – came midway through the second half with the final outcome confirming the Colliers their… Read more: CHRIS REID: “WE ALL HAD BELIEF THAT WE WOULD STAY UP”

By Brian Bennett Josh Gilchrist scored the first goal and claimed an assist with the second as Ashington claimed a 2-0 victory over Brighouse Town on Saturday. The three points banished relegation fears once and for all and Gilchrist said afterwards: “It’s a great feeling. It’s been a long hard season – we’ve had some… Read more: JOSH GILCHRIST: “CREDIT TO THE LADS BECAUSE WE’VE STUCK IN AND DUG DEEP”

By Brian Bennett Ashington skipper Karl Ross reached a notable milestone in his long serving playing career when he made his 250th appearance for the Colliers in their Pitching In Northern Premier League East Division clash against Brighouse Town on Saturday – and is hoping to chalk up many more! Afterwards, the joint interim manager… Read more: KARL ROSS: “I’M IMMENSELY PROUD AND HOPE I CAN GET MANY MORE”

By Brian Bennett It was an ecstatic Marc Ellison who punched the air with delight at the final whistle on Saturday after his side had won 2-0 against Brighouse Town in West Yorkshire. The victory finally blew the relegation clouds away which had hovered menacingly over the Woodhorn Lane outfit for several months. The interim… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “WHEN WE CAME IN AFTER CHRISTMAS THE BRIEF WAS CLEAR – STAY IN THE LEAGUE. AND WE’VE DONE THAT!”

It’s now your time to vote for your player of the season (who is still at the club) and goal of the season. For goal of the season, we’ve done a shortlist for you to choose from….. Supporters Player of the Season Supporters Goal of the Season

By Brian Bennett Ashington interim manager Marc Ellison – whilst knowing the importance of Saturday’s away clash against Brighouse – stressed that the players and management at the Woodhorn Lane club are trying to treat the contest as ‘just another game.’ The Colliers will secure their status in the Northern Premier League’s East Division if… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “TO BE HONEST, WE’RE TRYING TO TREAT IT AS JUST ANOTHER GAME”

By Brian Bennett Ashington skipper Karl Ross has said that the mood in the camp is good and that the players know the importance of Saturday’s penultimate league game of the season away to Brighouse Town. The Colliers travel knowing that a win in West Yorkshire will preserve their status in the Northern Premier League’s… Read more: ASHINGTON SKIPPER KARL ROSS: “THE MOOD IN THE CAMP IS GOOD”

By Brian Bennett Ian Reid, chairman of Ashington Football Supporters Club has described Saturday’s away match at Brighouse Town as being ‘our cup final.’ Mr Reid, in the post for over ten years, is delighted that the fans have responded for the travel to West Yorkshire with a following approaching the hundred mark: “We have a coach… Read more: SUPPORTERS CLUB CHAIRMAN IAN REID: “IT’S OUR CUP FINAL”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s interim manager Marc Ellison didn’t beat about the bush when he delivered his postmatch verdict following the Colliers 5-0 defeat against promotion chasing Matlock Town in Derbyshire on Saturday. “We knew coming into today we were up against a really good side,” he said, “In an ideal world you’re thinking maybe… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “MATLOCK WERE BETTER THAN US IN EVERY DEPARTMENT”

By Brian Bennett Picture the scene! Ashington are desperately trying to avoid relegation from the East Division of the Pitching In Northern Premier League. In their penultimate home clash of the season against Heaton Stannington on Bank Holiday Monday, they miss an early penalty; go a goal behind, then after equalising, conjure up a winner… Read more: WILSON DEFIES DOCTORS ADVICE TO SPEARHEAD CRUCIAL ASHINGTON WIN

By Brian Bennett Marc Ellison thought his side were outstanding in the second half as they churned out a 2-1 win over Heaton Stannington on Bank Holiday Monday. However Ashington’s interim boss could not heap enough praise onto the supporters of the Woodhorn Lane club describing them as being ‘absolutely tremendous’ as they drove their… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “I’VE GOT TO MENTION THE SUPPORTERS AGAIN – THEY WERE ABSOLUTELY TREMENDOUS TODAY AND DROVE US ON WHEN WE NEEDED IT”

By Brian Bennett Ashington interim boss Marc Ellison was naturally disappointed after his side went down to a single goal defeat against Hallam at Sandygate on Saturday. Blustery conditions spoilt the clash which was settled in the fourth minute when Leon Salmon-Howarth netted with a header at the near post. Ellison said: “It was a… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “IT’S ABOUT CONSISTENCY NOW”

By Brian Bennett Ashington interim manager Marc Ellison was pleased that his side extended their unbeaten run to four matches but disappointed that they conceded a late equaliser in the local derby encounter against Blyth Town which finished all square at 2-2 on Tuesday night. Ellison’s side twice went in front in the contest through… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “AT THIS LEVEL WE NEED MORE”

By Brian Bennett Ben Williams stressed the importance of Ashington’s 1-0 win over Dunston at Woodhorn Lane on Friday night. The 21 year old defender who is on loan until the end of the season from Gateshead, found the back of the net for the first time in Ashington colours this term ten minutes into… Read more: BEN WILLIAMS: “I WANT TO HELP ASHINGTON TO STAY IN THIS LEAGUE – I WOULD HATE TO SEE THEM GO DOWN”

By Brian Bennett Ben Metcalf’s call up to the Northern Ireland squad opened the door for a recall to Ashington’s starting line up for Matty Alexander – and the ‘keeper played an integral part in the Colliers 1-0 victory over high flying Dunston at Woodhorn Lane on Friday night. Six minutes into the second half… Read more: MATTY ALEXANDER: “AS A GOALKEEPER, IT’S ALWAYS NICE TO SAVE A PENALTY”

By Brian Bennett Ashington interim manager Marc Ellison hailed the performance of his team – as well as the result – following their 1-0 success over promotion chasing Dunston at Woodhorn Lane on Friday night. An understandably buoyant Ellison said afterwards: “It was a brilliant win and I’m absolutely over the moon. We were disappointed… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “IT WAS A BRILLIANT WIN AND I’M ABSOLUTELY OVER THE MOON”

By Brian Bennett Ashington interim boss Karl Ross said he was ‘happy enough’ to share the spoils after the Colliers had played out a 0-0 draw against Pontefract Collieries at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. Ross said afterwards: “I was happy enough with a point but the match certainly wasn’t a classic by any means. It… Read more: KARL ROSS: “I WAS HAPPY ENOUGH WITH A POINT”

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s joint interim manager Karl Ross spoke of his delight with the character which the players showed as they forced a 2-2 draw against Bridlington Town at Woodhorn Lane on Tuesday evening. The Colliers twice found themselves trailing in the contest to goals by Seasiders skipper Tom Allan with Louis Burns scoring… Read more: KARL ROSS: “THE LADS SHOWED GREAT CHARACTER TO COME BACK TWICE TO GET A POINT”

By Brian Bennett Ashington interim manager Marc Ellison pulled no punches following his sides’ 5-2 defeat by Newton Aycliffe on Friday night. Ellison described the reverse as being a ‘defensive horror show’ and said the players have not got to feel sorry for themselves whilst asking them for ‘better character and desire.’ “It was a… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “IT WAS A BIT OF A DEFENSIVE HORROR SHOW”

By Brian Bennett Ashington interim boss Marc Ellison kept his postmatch comments to a minimum after the Colliers had played out an uninspiring goalless draw against Grimsby Borough on Saturday. The Mariners arrived at Woodhorn Lane one point behind the Wansbeck outfit but in truth, the game had a 0-0 look about it with the… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “WE’LL TAKE THE POSITIVES OF A POINT AND PREPARE FOR FRIDAY AT AYCLIFFE”

Every year on March 8, the world pauses to recognise the achievements, resilience, and impact of women across every part of society. International Women’s Day is more than a date in the calendar — it is a celebration of progress, a recognition of those who paved the way, and a reminder of the work still… Read more: INTERNATIONAL WOMER’S DAY 2026

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington’s interim manager Marc Ellison hailed his sides 1-0 win over Consett at Woodhorn Lane on Tuesday night and said “it was great to give the crowd something to shout about.” Over 400 came through the gate on an evening which gradually saw a dip in temperature but… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “WE’RE STARTING TO LOOK LIKE A PROPER TEAM LATELY”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington’s versatile defender or midfielder Ryan Wombwell hailed the gritty performance by his team-mates following their 1-0 victory over Garforth Town on Saturday. Now the 24 year old – who netted the only goal of the game ten minutes into the second half – says the squad need… Read more: RYAN WOMBWELL: “IT WAS A GREAT WIN – BUT WE NEED TO START WINNING OUR HOME GAMES”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie A smiling Marc Ellison emerged from the dressing room on Saturday and described his sides 1-0 victory over Garforth Town as being ‘a big, big win.’ Ryan Wombwell scored the only goal of the game ten minutes into the second half but the Colliers had to play out… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “IT’S A BIG, BIG WIN FOR US AND I WAS VERY PROUD OF EVERY SINGLE PLAYER”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington’s interim boss Marc Ellison admitted that his side had come up short against promotion chasers Emley on Tuesday night – but praised the players for their efforts and said that ‘a draw would probably have been a fair result.’ Josh Gilchrist gave the Colliers the lead in… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “I THOUGHT A DRAW WOULD PROBABLY HAVE BEEN A FAIR RESULT”

Saturday hurt. No hiding from that. It was our heaviest defeat in 20 years and our heaviest home defeat in 33 years. We know many of you paid £10 to watch it. That isn’t lost on us. The Consett game has already been postponed twice, both very late on. So we want to try and… Read more: ASHINGTON AFC V. CONSETT AFC

By Brian Bennett Marc Ellison – appointed alongside Karl Ross as Ashington’s interim management team – described the 8-0 drubbing by Northern Premier League East Division league leaders Redcar Athletic on Saturday as being ‘a humbling experience’ and one which he hopes he will never have to face again. In the reverse fixture between the… Read more: MARC ELLISON “IT WAS A HUMBLING EXPERIENCE”

Ashington AFC have further strengthened their squad with the addition of Rees Greenwood ahead of the upcoming fixtures. The former Sunderland player began his career with the Black Cats, progressing through the academy from the age of eight before making his Premier League debut against Watford in May 2016. Greenwood has since built a varied… Read more: ASHINGTON ANNOUNCE FURTHER SIGNINGS

Photo: Sunderland AFC Ashington AFC are pleased to confirm the signing of Ben Metcalf, who joins the club on a short-term youth loan from Sunderland AFC. The 18-year-old goalkeeper arrives at Woodhorn Lane after progressing through the ranks at Sunderland, where his professionalism and consistency were recently rewarded with his first professional contract. Metcalf made… Read more: ASHINGTON AFC SIGN BEN METCALF ON YOUTH LOAN FROM SUNDERLAND AFC

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Liam Wotherspoon scored his first goal for Ashington in the 2-0 victory over North Ferriby on Saturday – and was delighted to get off the mark. However, the 29 year old said afterwards that securing the win was the most important aspect and that the club must kick… Read more: LIAM WOTHERSPOON: “I WAS DELIGHTED TO GET ON THE SCORE SHEET BUT MORE PLEASED THAT WE GOT THE THREE POINTS”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie It was a case of deja vu for teenage striker Louis Burns after he scored a sensational goal for Ashington on Saturday in their 2-0 win over North Ferriby. Burns – who recently celebrated his 19th birthday – cut inside then unleashed a terrific right foot thunderbolt from… Read more: BURNS HITS A SCORCHER AFTER LOAN EXTENDED

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Not surprisingly, Marc Ellison wore a broad smile when he gave his post match assessment following Ashington’s 2-0 victory over North Ferriby on Saturday. Ellison and captain Karl Ross – who were recently installed as the interim management team at the Woodhorn Lane based outfit – looked on… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “TO PERFORM THE WAY WE DID AND TO GET THREE POINTS WAS REALLY, REALLY SATISFYING”

Fans Forum Summary –  Saturday 7th February 2026 Welcome and Introductions Chair Nicola Sanders-Cooper welcomed everyone and thanked those who came along. With the fixture postponed and players already present at the ground, it was felt this was a good opportunity to hold an open forum and give supporters the chance to ask questions directly.… Read more: Fans Forum Summary – Saturday 7th February 2025

By Brian Bennett A familiar face re-joined the board of directors at Ashington Football Club last week. Brian Shotton – who as chairman steered the Colliers out of a dark period in the club’s history to a highly successful time during his six years at the helm – admitted that he stepped down due to… Read more: BRIAN RE-JOINS THE ASHINGTON BOARD

By Brian Bennett Marc Ellison says he is ‘more than confident’ that the relegation clouds will move away from the Woodhorn Lane based club come the end of the current campaign. Ellison – charged with the task of taking over as an interim boss alongside Karl Ross following the departure of previous manager Nick Gray… Read more: ELLISON MORE THAN CONFIDENT THAT ASHINGTON CAN BEAT THE DROP

🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤🤍 Since Boxing Day, we’ve had just one home game at Woodhorn Lane. For a club at our level, that’s been a tough run. Long gaps without football affect everyone connected to Ashington AFC. A special mention to Scott Robson, who continues to put the hours in trying to give us every chance of getting… Read more: 🖤🤍IMPACT OF RECENT POSTPONEMENTS🖤🤍

Ashington AFC is pleased to confirm that Brian Shotton has re-joined the football board. Known to many as a lifelong supporter of the club, Brian previously served as Chairman from 2018 to 2024 during a period of recovery and one of the most successful spells in the club’s recent history. He returns determined to play… Read more: BOARD APPOINTMENT

By Brian Bennett Ashington lynchpin Scott Lowery has been ruled out for the rest of the season. The tall defender has been sidelined since the middle of October with a knee problem but has now received the diagnosis: “The injury happened in the first half of the home game against North Ferriby,” said Lowery who… Read more: BODY BLOW FOR COLLIERS AS LOWERY RULED OUT FOR THE REST OF THE SEASON

By Brian Bennett Jeremy Perera says he has two primary targets after signing for Ashington following his release from neighbours Blyth Spartans. The Gibraltar international is hoping to become a leading light in the Colliers’ squad as well as looking to help steer the club away from the clutches of the relegation drop zone. Whilst… Read more: JEREMY PERERA: “I WANT TO HELP ASHINGTON TO STAY IN THIS LEAGUE”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Marc Ellison and Karl Ross have agreed to take over team affairs during the interim at Ashington Football Club. The move comes after manager Nick Gray and his assistant Liam McIvor left the club by mutual agreement last week. Unfortunately the duo’s first game in charge turned out… Read more: MARC ELLISON & KARL ROSS HAPPY TO BE IN INTERIM CHARGE

We are pleased to announce the signing of Gibraltar international midfielder Jeremy Perera, who joins the squad following his release from Blyth Spartans. Perera, known for his technical ability and game intelligence, will be available for selection in tomorrow’s matchday squad. The decision to bring Perera on board comes as the club’s Interim Management Team… Read more: Ashington announces the signing of international midfielder Jeremy Perera

Ashington Football Club would like to provide a further update regarding the vacant manager’s position. Following a meeting with players last night, the club can confirm that Marc Ellison and Karl Ross will take charge of the team on an interim basis while the club considers its options moving forward. The club would like to… Read more: CLUB STATEMENT

Following discussions between Nick Gray and Ashington Football Club, all parties have mutually agreed that, in the best interests of the club and its future progression, now is the right time for a change in management. The club would like to place on record its sincere thanks to Nick and Liam McIvor who will also… Read more: CLUB STATEMENT

By Brian Bennett Liam McIvor’s top priority in his post match press conference was to apologise unreservedly to the Ashington fans in the wake of the Colliers 4-1 defeat against Silsden in West Yorkshire on Saturday. It was a fourth consecutive defeat for the Woodhorn Lane based outfit and assistant manager McIvor said: “Before I… Read more: LIAM McIVOR ISSUES UNRESERVED APOLOGY TO THE FANS

By Brian Bennett Ashington’s Liam McIvor said the Colliers have got to have a ‘bit more belief’ in themselves when they go down to West Yorkshire on Saturday to face Silsden. The assistant manager was speaking minutes after watching the Wansbeck outfit go down to a 1-0 defeat against Heaton Stannington on Tuesday night –… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “WE’VE GOT TO HAVE A BIT MORE BELIEF IN OURSELVES”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington manager Nick Gray cut a forlorn figure on Saturday night after his side had been comprehensively defeated 4-0 by Bradford Park Avenue at Woodhorn Lane. On a day to forget, the boss looked on as the promotion chasers cruised into a three goals lead just after the… Read more: NICK GRAY: “I’M GUTTED FOR EVERYONE AT THE CLUB”

By Brian Bennett Chris Reid says he thinks he has got ‘a bit of a point to prove’ when he resumes his Ashington career. Woodhorn Lane manager Nick Gray signed Reid ahead of the Colliers’ away clash against Bishop Auckland on the last Saturday before Christmas – and the tall defender had an  excellent debut.… Read more: CHRIS REID: “I’VE THINK I’VE GOT A BIT OF A POINT TO PROVE”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington manager Nick Gray is delighted after National League North leaders South Shields agreed to extend a loan deal involving teenage striker Louis Burns for another month. Gray said: “Louis has done smashing for us. He’s come in under difficult circumstances – and it’s always difficult especially for… Read more: NICK GRAY AFTER SECURING THE SERVICES OF LOUIS BURNS FOR ANOTHER MONTH – “I LOVE HIS ATTITUDE, MANNERISM AND TENACITY”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington manager Nick Gray said at the weekend that his squad need to ‘box on’ in the second half of the season. Gray gave his players the weekend off after Saturday’s home clash against Bridlington Town was postponed due to a frozen and waterlogged surface. It was the… Read more: NICK GRAY: “NOW WE NEED TO BOX ON”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington’s Marc Ellison was disappointed when news filtered through shortly after lunch time that the Colliers’ clash against local rivals Heaton Stannington scheduled for Friday night had been called off due to a frozen pitch at Willow Park. The 35 year old midfield general said: “I was looking… Read more: MARC ELLISON: “WE COULD HAVE BOUNCED STRAIGHT BACK”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie After Friday’s match against Heaton Stannington was called off due to a frozen pitch, Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor took time out to give a half term report. The Colliers currently occupy 16th place in the East Division of the Pitching In Northern Premier League, only four points… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “WE MUST DO BETTER”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray strengthened his squad last week when Charlie Aitken put pen to paper on a loan deal from Ebac Northern League side Whickham. The newcomer came on for the final quarter hour of Ashington’s one goal defeat against Blyth Spartans on Boxing Day and Gray said: “Charlie is a… Read more: AITKEN JOINS ON LOAN

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington manager Nick Gray said he was ‘hurting’ after the 1-0 defeat against Blyth Spartans in the local derby on Boxing Day. It was a game which in front of a record attendance at Woodhorn Lane – 1,488 – never scaled any heights to excite the fans and… Read more: NICK GRAY: “I’M HURTING”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray says he is hoping his squad of players will rise to the occasion when they meet Blyth Spartans in the local derby at Woodhorn Lane on Boxing Day. Substitute Sam Davison scored a stoppage time equaliser for the Colliers in the clash at Croft Park which ended 1-1… Read more: NICK GRAY: “I’M HOPING MY LADS WILL RISE TO THE OCCASION”

By Brian Bennett Liam Wotherspoon made his debut for Ashington on Saturday after coming on as a first half substitute in the away game against Bishop Auckland which the Colliers won 1-0. After putting pen to paper, the 29 year old said: “One of the big reasons I signed was because there are a good… Read more: LIAM WOTHERSPOON: “I THOUGHT WE WERE BRILLIANT IN THE SECOND HALF”

By Brian Bennett Goalkeeper Matty Alexander was the ‘hero of the hour’ after he saved a late spot kick which preserved his side three points from their match against Bishop Auckland on Saturday. The Colliers had led courtesy of a Craig Spooner volley after quarter of an hour but they missed chances to add a… Read more: “I JUST THREW MYSELF TO MY LEFT – AND IT PAID OFF”

By Brian Bennett Ashington provided their manager Nick Gray with the perfect pre Christmas pick-me-up tonic when they won 1-0 against Bishop Auckland on Saturday. A solitary goal by Craig Spooner – his sixth of the season – was all that separated the two sides with his early strike bringing the Colliers a fourth victory… Read more: GREAT TEAM EFFORT GIVES MANAGER GRAY A MUCH NEEDED BOOST!

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington manager Nick Gray has hailed Karl Ross after the skipper turned in an ‘outstanding’ display in the Colliers 3-2 win over Ossett United on Saturday. Although Ryan Donaldson got the nod as the supporters Player of the match, Gray said afterwards: “I thought Karl (Ross) was outstanding.… Read more: NICK GRAY: “I THOUGHT KARL ROSS WAS OUTSTANDING”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington manager Nick Gray said he was relieved as well as delighted after his side had won their third game in a row when they defeated Ossett United 3-2 at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. Gray commented: “My assistant Liam (McIvor) has jokingly said that I’ve got more chance… Read more: NICK GRAY: “IT WAS AN IMPORTANT WIN FOR US”

By Brian Bennett Ashington are taking time to adjust to life in the Pitching In Northern Premier League’s East Division. After winning promotion via an inter step play off final against Glossop North End, the Colliers are now in their third season in the league and after narrowly escaping the drop back into the Ebac… Read more: NICK GRAY: “IN ALL MY TIME IN MANAGEMENT, I’VE NEVER KNOWN A LEAGUE LIKE IT”

By Brian Bennett Ashington manager Nick Gray expressed his disappointment after Friday night’s clash against Consett in the Pitching In Northern Premier League was called off by referee Elliot Cowens less than half an hour before kick-off. “I was disappointed,” said Gray, “Obviously both teams were at the ground when it started to rain about… Read more: NICK GRAY: “I WAS DISAPPOINTED WHEN THE GAME WAS CALLED OFF”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Josh Gilchrist notched a brace to help steer Ashington to a second win in a row as they toppled Brighouse Town 3-0 at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. And afterwards, the striker reflected on the fact that whilst he celebrated his 23rd birthday with a double strike, he could… Read more: JOSH GILCHRIST: “IF I HAD STAYED ON THE PITCH I WOULD HAVE TAKEN THE PENALTY – AND HOPEFULLY BAGGED A HAT-TRICK ON MY BIRTHDAY!”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor was delighted after watching the Colliers master a stamina-sapping pitch at Woodhorn Lane before sealing a 3-0 victory over Brighouse Town on Saturday. Josh Gilchrist put them in front on the stroke of half time with the striker – who was celebrating his… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “IT WAS A FANTASTIC RESULT”

By Brian Bennett Teenage striker Louis Burns came off the bench for Ashington at Lincoln United on Saturday – and within a minute had not only netted his first goal for the Colliers but also bagged what turned out to be the winner! The Wansbeck side claimed a much-needed 2-1 win in Lincolnshire and Burns… Read more: LOUIS BURNS: “FIRED UP BURNS SCORES A DREAM FIRST GOAL”

By Brian Bennett On-loan teenage striker Louis Burns grabbed the headlines after scoring Ashington’s winning goal in a 2-1 result against Lincoln United on Saturday – within a minute of coming on as a substitute. Earlier Liam Henderson had put the Colliers in front before Kane Hutchinson-Wilkes equalised but despite bringing the three points back… Read more: LIAM HENDERSON: “I DON’T THINK WE ARE TOO FAR AWAY FROM TURNING THE CORNER”

By Brian Bennett One swallow doesn’t make a summer nor one result make a football season. However, Ashington FC’s assistant manager Liam McIvor was understandably delighted on Saturday after the Colliers had won for the first time in nine matches in the East Division of the Pitching In Northern Premier League as they look to… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “IT WAS A MASSIVE WIN”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Ashington’s assistant manager Liam McIvor expressed his frustration after the Colliers were on the wrong end of a 4-1 defeat against Garforth Town at Woodhorn Lane on Saturday. McIvor said afterwards: “There are fine margins in football. For 55 minutes. I thought we were the best team and… Read more: LIAM McIVOR: “THERE ARE FINE MARGINS IN FOOTBALL”

By Brian Bennett | Photo: Ian Brodie Tyler Jones says he would have no hesitation in making a return to Ashington FC – if the opportunity arose in the future. The teenage ‘keeper has been a revelation between the posts since he initially joined the Colliers in a loan deal from Newcastle United back in… Read more: TYLER JONES: “I WOULD HAVE NO HESITATION IN COMING BACK”