Newcastle Blue Star manager Marc Nash has praised the North East Non-League scene for the support shown towards midfielder Sean Reid after it was announced he had suffered a stroke earlier in the season.
Maidenhead United handed themselves a relegation lifeline as they overwhelmed a Tamworth side challenging for the National League play-offs at York Road.
Dan Burn’s rise from Non-League prospect to Newcastle United history maker and England international has caught many by surprise – not least those he once shared a dressing room with at Darlington.
New signing Brendan Kiernan scored a stunning volley as National League relegation-threatened Maidenhead United came from behind to pick up a precious point at home to Rochdale.
This Saturday marks the annual Non-League Day across the country, and if you’re based in the North East, here’s a rundown of the local fixtures you won’t want to miss!
Sutton United returned to winning ways as they handed relegation-threatened Maidenhead United their fourth defeat in five matches in the National League.
Matt Lowe scored twice as Brackley Town moved level on points with National League North leaders Chester by fighting back from 2-0 down to win 4-2 at mid-table Darlington.