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Goood evening, welcome to Ironworks Road for tonight’s EBAC Northern League Division 1 fixture with West Auckland Town. Our visitors are a well established Division 1 outfit, so we know this won’t be an easy ride.
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Whilst it was disappointing to fall at the first hurdle in the FA Vase, consolidation of our Division 1 status was always going to be a priority, which Michael, Warren, the squad & your Club Officials are focused on. As always, tonight offers excellent hospitality with Hayley sorting your drinks at the bar, Megan & Lisa the food at the canteen.
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Put your two hands together and interlock your fingers, place your hands in the centre of the chest and push hard and fast to the beat of Stayin’ Alive or Baby Shark. Keep going until professional help arrives or the person starts to regain consciousness.
SHOUT FOR HELP
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Gently shake the person by the shoulders and ask if they can hear you.
If you think there is a risk of infection, place a cloth, towel or piece of clothing loosely over the patient’s mouth and nose.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR for short, is a simple life-saving technique given to someone in cardiac arrest. It aims to take over the job of the heart and lungs by keeping blood and oxygen flowing through the body.
Please see our ‘How to use a defibrillator’ poster.
If you don’t get a response and the person is not breathing or not breathing normally (do not put your face next to theirs when checking), they are in cardi ac arrest and you should shout for someone to help you. CALL 999 Call 999 and make sure an ambulance is on its way. You will be talked through what to do and given the location of a defibrillator if there is one nearby.
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Lewis Milner (Defender): Lewis is another player who joined The Lawyers from Willington. A strong central defender, we had tried on numerous occasions to land him & finally succeeded in 2019, since then he’s been consistent in the team.
Chris Renshaw (Defender): Renny is one player you wouldn’t want to cross. A fully committed tackler, who leads by example. Experienced Northern League player, who lifts the crowd & the players around him. (Sponsored by GERARD ARMSTRONG)
Ryan McKinnon (Defender): The big centre-back originally signed on loan from Consett in January 2020, making the move permanent for the 20-21 season. He spent eight years at Newcastle United Academy. He’s the Club Captain, leading by example. (Sponsored by @KendallRowanx)
Dom Joynes (Defender): Dom is an experienced left-sided defender, who spent 2021-22 with Pickering Town at Step 4. (Sponsored by CHRIS RUSS)
Michael Vasey (Manager): Michael has a wealth of ENL experience, having played for Tow Law, Crook, Newcastle Blue Star, Durham City & Blyth Spartans. He previously managed the Club & returned for the 2019/20 season. (Sponsored by JEFF MARRIOTT)
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Warren Pearson (Coach): Warren played for Tow Law in the 80’s & 90’s & in the FA. Vase Final at Wembley. Most recently on the coaching staff at Queen of the South, his experience is pivotal to the Lawyers success. (Sponsored by JEFF MARRIOTT)
Mark Spedding (GK Coach): Mark was most recently with Durham City. He joined the Lawyers as GK Coach to assist with player development. Rachel Davison (Physio): Rachel has joined Tow Law as physio, having spent 2 seasons with Consett. Previously with Sunderland RCA & Prudhoe, she is a member of the Lowther football family. Tom Orton (Goalkeeper): Tom is an NorthernexperiencedLeague goalkeeper & great shot stopper, in his 3rd stint for the Club. Dan (Defender):HarveyDan has returned to the Club, having spent 3 seasons in Scotland with Gretna FC. He’s gained a lot of experience & will be an asset in defence or midfield.
Kurt Seymour (Defender): Kurt is a natural centre-half, signed from Brandon United. Previously with Willington, he’s one the Management Team have tracked for a while. Barrie Smith (Defender): Barrie is a vastly experienced defender, having spent many seasons with South Shields as they progressed up the football pyramid.
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Thomas McAloon (Forward): Thomas joined Tow Law from Consett. He is a Northern Ireland U17 international. He can play midfield or up front. Previous Clubs include Bishop Auckland, Sunderland RCA & Newton Aycliffe. Aaron Willoughby (Forward): Aaron is a local lad, who played against us for Hartlepool United in the 19/20 Durham Challenge Cup. A forward with an eye for goal, he has lots of ability.
Luke Bailey (Midfield): Luke joined from Willington. He’s very comfortable on the ball, with a great engine & an eye for a killer pass.
Danny Craggs (Midfield): Danny first signed for Tow Law from Consett Juniors as a 16 year old. Now an established midfield player, his career has taken him to Consett & Shildon. He has rejoined on dual registration with Consett.
Rob White (Midfield): Rob is an exciting wide player with lots of pace. Previously with Brandon United & Harrogate Town. Adrei Ardelean (Forward): Andrei is a strong, experienced Northern League centre-forward. Previously with Consett & Newton Aycliffe FC, he brings a new look to our forward line. (Sponsored by TOW LAW PLASTERING SERVICES LTD.)
Ethan Bewley (Forward): Previously with Ponteland FC, Ethan is just starting his Northern League career. His work rate & willingness to run is an example to everyone.
STOCKDALEELECTRICALS)BrandonMallaburn (Midfield): Brandon is a young central midfield player, a young player to keep an eye on. He joins us from Shildon Reserves. (Sponsored by JADE INTERIORS) Joel Pearson (Midfield): Joel is a midfield player, who can also be an attacking wing back. He joined Tow Law after 7 years at Queen of the South.
Harvey Smith (Midfield): Harvey makes up the father/son duo in the squad alongside Barrie. He’s an excellent prospect, having spent many seasons in South Shields Academy.
Liam Goldsborough (Defender): Liam is a young full back with experience in the EBAC Northern League. He joins us having been with Bishop Auckland last season. Previously with Fleetwood FC in the Football League, under Joey Barton. (Sponsored by LEE
Aaron Hardy (Forward): Aaron joined us for the 2021/22 season from Hayden Bridge FC in the Northern Alliance, where he was a prolific, young goal scorer. Nic Marley (Forward): Nic joined Tow Law in November 2021, from Esh Winning. He’s a big strong centre-forward, a threat in the air or on the ground.
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After a full month of football 2 games a week we now have been well tested and can see what areas we need to improve and what areas are strong. We have experienced some highs and lows so far but that was what we expected going into a very tough league. Consistency is a massive factor in football and this is currently letting us down, however we feel we can resolve this area over the coming months. We go into this very hard game against West Auckland with a couple of injuries so will have to adjust slightly, but this also gives the opportunity for someone to come in and fight for their place in the Westteam.Auckland
are a very strong side and have established themselves as a top side for a long time now, so this will be an extremely tough challenge but a one we will relish.
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The “Lawyers” were founded in 1890 and became founder members of the Auckland and District League in 1892. The following year they won the Durham Amateur Cup. They first joined the Northern League in 1894, winning the Durham Challenge Cup two years later. After leaving the Northern League the Lawyers played in the South Durham Alliance (1900 to 1905) and Crook and District League (1912 to 1914). After the war the club played in the Auckland and District League until being readmitted to the Northern League in 1920 where it has played ever since. Until 1994/95 season the club had not won the championship apart from two successive seasons 1923/24 and 1924/25. In between the League Cup was won in 1973/74 when Ashington were beaten 2-1 in the final at Crook. The 1994/95 League Championship win is a certainly an outstanding memory for the club especially as it was won by 14 clear points. Another outstanding memory was the tremendous F.A. Cup run of 1967/68. Having reached the first round Tow Law beat Mansfield 5-1 and in the second round drew 1-1 with Shrewsbury at Ironworks Road. The Lawyers went into the hat for the Third Round and drew a home tie with Arsenal. Sadly, it was not to be after they went down 6-2 at Shrewsbury in the replay. Frank McGee reported after the replay “Arsenal were saved from a fate worse than death - a trip to Tow Law in January”.
Harry Dixon also stood down but stayed on as the Club President until his death in 2002. Harry Hodgson took over as President. Bernard Faribairn stepped down as Secretary in 2007 after being in the post since 1961 – over 40 years. “A prisoner would get less for murder. During 2004, Harry Hodgson again showed his devotion to the Club, returning as Chairman for 1 last year. Following the 2004/05 season he was replaced by Sandra Gordon, the first female Chair at the Club and only the third in the long history of the FamousLeague.ex-players include Billy Hall who played for Blackpool and Manchester City, Chris Waddle who transferred to Newcastle in 1980 & Steve Howard of Leicester City.
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Harry Hodgson stood down as Chairman at the end of the 95/96 season. At the end of 1997
Peter Quigley and Tony Heslop took the Club on its first visit to Wembley was made on 9th May 1998 after a tremendous F.A. Vase run. It was a splendid adventure which sadly ended with a 1-0 defeat by Tiverton. The Lawyers first ground was in Church Lane, but the present Ironworks Road ground was built by volunteers during the miners’ strike of 1892/93. Ironically it was rebuilt during another miners strike in 1921. Today the much-improved state of the ground is down to the regular work which has been done since 1921 by many hardworking bands of voluntary labour. A major scare occurred early in the 2004/05 season, the playing surface was struck by subsidence, rendering it unplayable. The Club was forced to ground share at Esh Winning for the remainder of the season, whist repairs were carried out by the Coal Board. Continuity at the club was provided by the longest serving trio of officials in the League, Chairman Harry Hodgson, Treasurer Harry Dixon and Club Secretary Bernard Fairbairn who followed his father and grandfather into the job.) They had over 100 years’ service between them.
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Upcoming Fixtures Date Match Time/Result Ground Competition 30/07/22 Tow Law Town v Whickham 0-3 Ironworks Road Division 1 02/08/22 Tow Law Town v Redcar Athletic 5-4 Ironworks Road Division 1 06/08/22 Tadcaster Albion v Tow Law Town 1-1 FA Cup PreliminaryExtraRound 09/08/22 Tow Law Town v Tadcaster Albion 2-0 Ironworks Road FA Cup RoundPreliminaryExtraReplay 13/08/22 Newton Aycliffe v Tow Law Town 6-1 Newton Aycliffe Sports Club Division 1 16/08/22 Pickering Town v Tow Law Town 2-1 Mill Lane Division 1 20/08/22 Tow Law Town v Ashington 1-2 Ironworks Road FA PreliminaryCupRound 24/08/22 Guisborough Town v Tow Law Town 3-3 King George V Ground Division 1 27/08/22 Tow Law Town v Bedlington Terriers 0-1 Ironworks Road FA Vase QualifyingRoundFirst 30/08/22 Tow Law Town v West Auckland Town 7:30pm Ironworks Road Division 1 03/09/22 Thornaby v Tow Law Town 3:00pm Teesdale Park Division 1 06/09/22 Newcastle Benfield v Tow Law Town 7:30pm Sam Smith’s Park Division 1 10/09/22 Tow Law Town v Bishop Auckland 3:00pm Ironworks Road Division 1 14/09/22 Crook Town v Tow Law Town 7:30pm The Sir Tom MillfieldCowie Division 1 17/09/22 Northallerton Town v Tow Law Town 3:00pm TheStadiumCalvert Division 1 01/10/22 Tow Law Town v West Allotment Celtic 3:00pm Ironworks Road Division 1 04/10/22 Sunderland RCA v Tow Law Town 7:30pm Sunderland LGV Park Division 1 08/10/22 Ashington AFC v Tow Law Town 3:00pm Woodhorn Lane Division 1 15/10/22 Tow Law Town v Whitley Bay 3:00pm Ironworks Road Division 1 22/10/22 Carlisle City v Tow Law Tow 3:00pm Division 1 Tow Law Town AFC “The Lawyers”20
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West Auckland Town v Tow Law Town 3:00pm Wanted Stadium Division 07/01/23
Bishop Auckland v Tow Law Town 3:00pm Heritage Park Division 25/02/23
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Tow Law Town v Newton Aycliffe 3:00pm Ironworks Road Division 04/02/23
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Redcar Athletic v Tow Law Town 3:00pm Green Lane Division 19/11/22
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In 1909 and 1911 the mining side travelled the lenghty and expensive journey to Italy and beat their club opponents to win the Sir Thomas Lipton Trophy, also dubbed football’s first World Cup.
The Club was founded in 1893 and played their first matches in the Auckland and District League. The following years saw ‘West’ move around several local leagues until in 1909 they were elected into the Northern league for the first time. The famous ‘World Cup’ exploits which saw ‘West’ win the Sir Thomas Lipton trophy outright after a second trip to Italy in 1911 also caused them extreme financial problems. This resulted in the club being disbanded in 1912 and the ‘World Cup’ being sold to pay off debts. Two years later they were back in business and spent the following 20 years moving around the local leagues including a single season, in 1919, in the Northern League, changing their name to St. Helens Utd, for that season only. In 1934 they were once again elected to the Northern League, taking the place of Esh Winning and have retained membership ever since.
West Auckland have a unique history - they are double World Cup winners!
The Club also finished a credible 5th in the League that season as they did also in 1999/2000 and West2005/06.Auckland
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The club’s first honours were gained in 1960, winning the League championship by two points from newcomers Whitley Bay. The success was due to a good start to the season and to fine teamwork, for which their reputation was beginning to grow. The same season saw them reach the quarter final stage of the F.A. Amateur Cup drawing 1-1 at home but losing 2-0 at Hendon. 1961 was probably the best season in the Club’s history, not only was the Northern League championship won by four points from near neighbours and arch rivals Bishop ‘West’Auckland,also reached the final of the F.A. Amateur Cup losing 2-1 to Walthamstow Avenue at Wembley. For the next 30 years ‘West’ had very barren times until 1991 when they won the 2nd Division championship gaining promotion to the 1st Division, where they remained for six seasons until relegation in 1996/97. ‘West’ quickly bounced back in 1997/98 when they finished runners up. 1998/99 was a very exciting season in the Club’s history when they reached the 1st Round proper of the F.A. Cup for the third time, (Barnsley 1959 & Stockport 1961) with an away tie against Yeovil Town. After a 2-2 draw at Yeovil and a 1-1 draw at West Auckland, a penalty shoot-out saw Yeovil through.
David Bayles took charge in the summer of 2005 and led the side to 5th place in his first season (2005/06) and then 6th place in the following season. 2007/08 began with an FA Cup run that saw West within minutes of a place in the final qualifying round of the FA Cup before defeat in a replay to Bamber Bridge. After his shock resignation, Lee Ellison had a short lived spell as manager before Phil Owers took over and steadied the side and led them to escape the drop zone.as the new player manager. However after performances slumped to a worryingly low and 10 games without a win, Ray Gowan came in but even he was unable to arrest the slide and promptly resigned at the end of the Owerscampaigndeparted early in the 08/09 season with Brian Fairhurst appointed as Manager.Exciting news filtered in throughout the summer of 2009. Firstly, West Auckland were able to retain their First Division status due to Sunderland Nissan folding. The Club then received sensational news that, to celebrate their Centenary of winning the Sir Thomas Lipton Trophy, Juventus had agreed to a re-match in Italy. Shortly afterwards Hartlepool legend Brian Honour was appointed the new manager in the hot seat. Brian and his successor Wilf Constantine struggled to get West back on track and both had short lived spells in charge. For the third season in a row, a third manager was appointed - Peter Dixon arrived on Monday 7th December 2009, swapping a promotion push with Crook for a relegation battle. West stunned the Northern League with some superb results and finished the season in a scarcely believable 16th place despite having a -41 goal difference and 5 points from 19 matches when Peter took the reins. 2010/11 saw substantial progress made on and off the field. Peter Dixon’s side broke Club records for their highest ever points tally on the way to finishing in 6th.
Barely two months into the 2014/15, Peter Dixon was dismissed as manager following increased tension between manager and board, that season saw 3 permanent manager and 2 caretakers, and the season saw Stephen Skinner leave at the end of the season.
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June 2015 and West were manager less again, Up stepped former Boro striker Andy Campbell, who had just lead Norton and Stockton Ancients to promotion and success
There were many memorable results including wins over champions Spennymoor Town, runners up Consett and FA Vase treble winners Whitley Bay. They also came close to causing a shock at Conference North high fliers Workington in the FA Cup. Although it culminated in a case of so near but so far, West had a quite extraordinary campaign in 2011/12 that saw them play at Wembley in the FA Vase Final. However hopes of elusive silverware were dashed in a 2-0 defeat to Dunston. They also finished as runners up in two more competitions, being pipped to the title by Spennymoor and losing 4-1 by Team Northumbria days after their Wembley appearance. The 2012/13 season saw West bow out early on in the FA Vase in a rematch of the previous year final whilst in the League a poor end meant West slipped down to fourth late on. . The 2013/14 season saw West return to Wembley in the FA Vase final, this time against Sholing FC, a 1-0 defeat solely down to the heroics of the opposition goalkeeper and the inability of the West forwards to score. Also a productive FA cup run to the 3rd qualifying round where west were knocked out by Hednesford. West finished 5th in a season which saw them play 18 league fixtures in the final 4 weeks after a season extension was rejected.
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in the second division cup. He hastily rebuilt the team & finished mid table with 50 points to easily avoid relegation. Andy started his second season with Richie Storrs but after 10 games & only 1 win they stood down. They were replaced with a joint management team of Darren Williams, & Steven Skinner. This was Skinner’s 2nd time at West. At the halfway point of the season it was decided to dispense with the services of Darren Williams & the management of the team became the sole responsibility of Steve Skinner. Skinner was dismissed towards the end of 2016-7 & West avoided relegation by winning 3 points in their final game of that season. Gary Forrest & Stuart Niven were approached to take over the reins at West which they did & rebuilt for the 2017-18 campaign. The 2018/19 season saw West have a remarkable run in cup competitions, reaching the Quarter-finals of the FA Vase (losing 2-0 to eventual winners Chertsey Town) and impressively ending a 56-year wait to clinch their third League Cup title after beating Newcastle Benfield 4-3 on penalties at Seaham Red Star’s Ferguson Motor Repairs Stadium. Unfortunate events in the following season saw Gary Forrest’s side witness an unforgettable and unprecedented 2019/20 campaign as it was declared null and void due to the global coronavirus pandemic. Therefore, in the EBAC Northern League Division One, West finished ninth with 42 points from 29 matches played. There was to be further disruption in the 2020/21 season as West saw another EBAC Northern League Division One campaign declared null and void after only 13 matches played. Though, they still managed to win the Durham Challenge Cup for the second time in the club’s history, having won the trophy in 1965, as they defeated Billingham Synthonia 2-0 to finish this strange season with some silverware.
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Jamie Harwood Jamie is no stranger to Gary as they teamed up together while Gary was Shildon manager, Jamie left Shildon at the back end of last season and joined second division side Crook Town. He is now part of the coaching staff as well as remaining in the playing squad.
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Liam Hegarty Defender Liam Hegarty has signed for West after being released from Middlesbrough. Liam (19) has been a regular in pre-season both at training sessions and in friendlies. Right back Liam joined Middlesbrough U17’s and progressed to the U23’s. He also has had two appearances for Scotland U17’s.
Danni Lay New signing for 2022-23 is Danni. He is a Centre back who has an eye on goals. He chipped in 8 for Ryhope CW last seson. He has 2 Durham FA Challenge Cup medals with Gateshead & Ryhope.
Matthew Wade Matty has signed from Durham FA Challenge Cup winners Ryhope CW. The 20 year old right/centre back was part of South Shields academy & came through England school boys.
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Andre is the son of former Sunderland defender Gary, who made 369 appearances for the club, and has been on the books of Middlesbrough as well as a loan spell at Gateshead and last season held dual registration with Whitby Town and Whitley Bay.
Goalkeepers Matthew Wilkinson 6’2” goalkeeper won the north riding trophy with Marske who he was with for 2 years. Also played for Billingham Town, Sunderland RCA & Seaham Red Star
Gary Brown Experienced defender Gary joined West for an undisclosed fee from South Shields, where he was voted ‘Supporters and Club’s Player of the Year’ in the 2019/20 campaign and made over 63 appearances for the Mariners. Previous clubs include Darlington, Durham City, Jarrow Roofing, Blyth Spartans, Shildon & South Shields.
Started his career at Middlesbrough youths, before going on to play for Whitby Town, Whitley Bay, Shildon, Durham and more recently Bishop Auckland, who he joined in June 2018. Kyle is no stranger to manager Gary Forrest as he was part of the Shildon title winning team in the 2015/16 season.
Leon Scott Leon is a product of Middlesbrough Academy and has played for a number of teams throughout his career including Peterlee, Dunston, Newcastle Blue Star,
Forwards. Jordan Blinco Blinco signed for West after starring in pre-season, including scoring a 17-minute hat-trick against Easington Colliery and has had spells at Boston United, Darlington, Sunderland, South Shields and also overseas in Sweden and Norway. An exciting young player to watch.
This young centre back impressed West during the last Auckland derby & as soon as he was available, he was snapped up by West. He is a very competent defender who is both skilful on the ball & also in the air.
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James Ellis Season 2021-22 NL division 1 joint top goalscorer . James “Ziggy” Ellis is a left sided player who netted 29 goals & also played his part in the Durham FA Challenge Cup win.
Whitby Town (twice) , Harrogate Town, Shildon, Norton & Stockton Ancients and Darlington (where he enjoyed two promotions and made over 200 appearances for the Quakers).
Ryan Wright Young talented footballer who is progressing well. He was recommended by Gary Brown On his debut last season as a substitute he scored 2 goals. He has signed on with West for the new season
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Reece Noble Reece is a former Sunderland Academy player. He joined West in February 2022 from Newcastle Benfield. Reece is brother of Liam Noble of Notts County & formerly Carlisle. Liam is an attacking full/wing back with good ball distribution. Former clubs include Durham City & Sunderland RCA.
Scott Heslop
Scotty Heslop was Gary Forrest’s first summer signing for the 2022-23 season. The centre forward was a member of the Consett side & scored in the playoff to lift them into the Northern Premier League. Previously to that he spent 5 years with Dunston. Cieran Jackson Young forward signed from Northallerton in December 2021. Nephew of West legend Darren Jackson Cieran is a local lad who is a huge asset to the team as he is able to play on either wing.
Arron Thompson Joined West permanently until 2023 after leaving South Shields by mutual agreement.
Liam Potter
The 20-year-old was previously at West on loan from South Shields throughout the 2019/20 campaign and made seven appearances in his second loan spell this season, scoring from the penalty spot in a 2-1 home defeat to Newton Aycliffe.
Previously with Consett & Dunston. Jake can play midfield or drop into defence at either right back or centre back. His honours include League Cup medal & a Northern League title.
Corey Nicholson A very strong, quick winger who & has a great attitude to the game. He can cross the ball into the middle from the by-line & is not afraid in taking the direct route & “ having a go”. A very experienced Division One footballer. Charlie Hindson On loan with West for part of last season. Released from Spennymoor July 2022 & signed on with West. A young player with plenty of potential.
Lewis Dodds Dodds, who once played in the same England Youth Team as Wayne Rooney, joined Spennymoor in August 2009 after winning league titles with Durham City. Lewis has 6 Northern League title medals during his career, 4 with Spennymoor and 1 apiece with Durham City and Shildon. Among his vast collection of winning medals and trophies is a FA Vase medal he won while with Spennymoor in 2013 when they beat Kent league team Tunbridge Wells 2-1 at Wembley. Lewis had 7 seasons with Spennymoor and played over 250 games, he was named “Player of the Year” in the 2012/13 season. He joined Shildon after signing from Spennymoor in September 2015 and went on to make 122 Appearances scoring 8 goals and winning his latest Northern League title medal in the 2015/16 season.
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Luke Roberts - Physio Joined the support squad at West for the 2022-23 season.
Gary Forrest - Manager Gary joined West along with his assistant and coaches towards the back end of the 2016/17 season, previously he was with Shildon where he won 7 trophies during his 12 years there including the Northern League Division 1 title. He took over Shildon when they were in difficult times, on and off the field and although it took a few years to win his first trophy. He left Shildon in Jan 17 and after a short break from football he is looking forward to steering West back up the league.
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