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Paul Blackett signs new deal
We are delighted to announce that Paul Blackett has penned a new deal with the Club, keeping him with us until the summer of 2029. Blackett extends his stay after another impressive season with the Mariners, scoring 30 goals in the Enterprise National League North, and featuring in the league's Team of the Season. South Shields FC has been home to the number nine for three years now, and it has proven to be three great years for the striker, who has scored 87 goals across his
SSFC Media
8 hours ago
26/27 Fixtures Released
We confirm our 26/27 Enterprise National League North fixture list, with the league campaign kicking off on Saturday, 8th August, away to Scarborough Athletic at 3pm. Some key information regarding our fixture list can be seen below! First 5 Scarborough Athletic (A) – Sat 8 Aug Chorley (H) – Sat 15 Aug Morecambe (A) – Tue 18 Aug Merthyr Town (H) – Sat 22 Aug Brackley Town (A) – Sat 29 Aug Last 5 Hebburn Town (H) – Mon 29 Mar Radcliffe (A) – Sat 3 Apr Macclesfield (H) – Sat 10
SSFC Media
4 days ago
Adam Campbell signs for South Shields
We are delighted to announce the signing of highly experienced midfielder, Adam Campbell! Born in North Shields, Campbell started his career at Newcastle United, he was a product of the Wallsend Boys Club, and whilst at the Magpies, he earned youth international honours with England at U16, 17 & 19 levels. Campbell made his senior debut for Newcastle United in the UEFA Europa League in 2012 before making his Premier League debut the following season. During his time at Newcas
SSFC Media
4 days ago
Khanya Leshabela signs for South Shields
We are delighted to welcome Khanya Leshabela to South Shields FC, who joins us as our fourth summer signing. The South African joins Mike Williamson’s men, bringing nothing short of exquisite and proven quality to the Mariners' midfield. In addition to this, the 26-year-old is no stranger to finding the back of the net. A showcase of his goal-scoring ability was notably seen when he picked up a stunning brace within 10 minutes against Curzon Ashton in January last season.
Tyler Elleanor
5 days ago
Sam Ashford signs for the Mariners
We are delighted to announce the signing of experienced forward Sam Ashford. Ashford joins South Shields FC following a spell at National League side Woking, also spending time on loan at AFC Totton and Hampton & Richmond Borough. The 30-year-old started his career with Tottenham Hotspur before joining Maldon & Tiptree in 2014, which would then spiral into an impressive career in non-league football, as well as stints in the EFL with Crawley Town and Scottish Championship wit
SSFC Media
Jun 30
Toby Onanaye signs for the Mariners
We are delighted to announce the signing of Toby Onanaye upon the expiry of his contract with Leicester City. Toby signed for The Foxes at Under-11's level and spent 8 years at the ex-Premier League Champions. He would go on to feature at Under 18 and Under 21 levels, becoming a regular in their Premier League 2 campaign, as well as the National League Cup. Toby had his first taste of senior football after experiencing his first youth loan last season with Kidderminster Harri
SSFC Media
Jun 28
Pre Season: Redcar Athletic
We will travel to Green Lane to face Redcar Athletic as one of our 26/27 pre-season fixtures on Saturday, 25th July, with a 3pm kick-off. 🎟️ Ticketing information to be confirmed in due course Pre-Season Fixtures confirmed so far: * Harrogate Town (H) — 21st July, 7:30/7:45pm KO * Redcar Athletic (A) — 25th July * Gateshead (A) — 28th July, KO TBC * Dagenham & Redbridge (H) — 1st August, 3:00pm KO Additional events: ⚽️ Let's Kick Diabetes Charity Match 🎟️ https://southshiel
SSFC Media
Jun 25
Jordan Marshall signs for South Shields
We are delighted to welcome Jordan Marshall to South Shields FC, who joins the club as our first summer signing, subject to international clearance. The Newcastle-born defender joins the Mariners after spending the last three years with Cymru Premier side The New Saints. Marshall joined TNS in October 2023 and enjoyed an impressive first season in Wales, helping the club secure the Cymru Premier title in March 2024. A left-back by trade, the 29-year-old came through the acade
SSFC Media
Jun 24
Pre-Season: Harrogate Town
We will host Harrogate Town as one of our 26/27 pre-season fixtures on Tuesday, 21st July, with a 7:30 pm kick-off. Ticketing information to be confirmed in due course.
SSFC Media
Jun 12
Club Statement: Ian Watson & Carl Magnay
South Shields FC can confirm that Head Coach Ian Watson and Assistant Head Coach Carl Magnay have departed the club to join League Two side Rochdale FC. While disappointed to see them leave, the Club is incredibly proud to have played a part in helping Ian and Carl progress further up the football pyramid. Their move is recognition of the outstanding work carried out during a historic season for the Mariners, which saw the Club achieve its highest-ever finish since reform wit
South Shields FC
Jun 9
MATCH PREVIEW: (PLAY-OFF FINAL) KIDDERMINSTER HARRIERS (H)
On Saturday, South Shields play their final game of the 2025-26 campaign, one which, if they triumph against visitors Kidderminster Harriers, could go down as a monumental season in the club’s history. The lunchtime kick-off sees the Mariners and the Harriers clash heads for the third time in the season and the second time in two weeks, as both look to secure their place as a National League club next season. For the hosts, Saturday could be historical - The National League,
Tyler Elleanor
May 7
MATCH PREVIEW: Marine (A)
This Saturday sees Ian Watson’s Mariners travel to the Marine Travel Arena to take on Bobby Grant’s Lilywhites in a clash which could take the hosts to seventh place or see the visitors gain a further three points, and one closer to promotion. The leaders of the Enterprise National League North, South Shields, seek to pick up their 20th win this season and hope to replicate the last outing between the two sides, in which Watson’s Mariners came out on top in a 1-0 victory. Th
Tyler Elleanor
Jan 23
MATCH REPORT: SOUTH SHIELDS 3-0 LEAMINGTON
Paul Blackett nets 20th of the season as South Shields dominate in 3-0 Leamington victory Saturday’s clash at the 1st Cloud Arena started perfectly for the hosts as Oliver Bainbridge’s deflected effort flew past Rogan Ravenhill in the fourth minute of the game. The Mariners seemed to have a habit of scoring after the referee blew his whistle — as seconds into the second-half Will Jenkins strike put the hosts two goals to the good. Ian Watson’s Mariners came into today’s clash
Tyler Elleanor
Jan 17
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