Gateshead FC Squad

Coaching Staff:

Ian Bogie - Manager

As a player Ian Played for Port vale and Millwall to name but a few, but he started at Newcastle United in the 80's. His Impact as Gateshead manager has been immense, gaining two successive promotions from UniBond to Conf North, Conf North to Conference Premier.

Paul Bryson - Coach / Reserve Team Manager

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Goalkeepers

13. Paul Farman

Young Paul arrived at Gateshead in the summer 2009, from a local nearly unheard of Conference North side called Blythe Scottish Spartans.

He has made an instant impression on the Heed Army becoming Ian Bogie's first choice between the sticks.

 

Defenders

2. Craig Baxter - Right Back

Craig was a product of Newcastle United’s Youth Academy, he has become a firm fan Favourite always giving 100% and having a cross on him better than Beckham (on his day).

5. James Curtis - Centre Half

Some people say Ginger, some say Red Head or even Strawberry Blonde! But what is safe to say, he’s a rock in the Gateshead defence. James is in his 6^th season at the Heed.

6. Carl Jones - Centre Half

Jones has been a reliable player ever since he joined from York City 2007. He's had an injury hit season and is on the fringes.

Paul Heckingbottom - Left Back

Spent a successfull loan period with us during the second half of last season. Signed a permanent deal from Mansfield Town.

Ben Clark - Centre Half

Much sought after defender following his release by Hartlepool United. Formerly a Manchester United Youth and Sunderland player, he brings vast experience and leadership to the Tynsiders back line.

 

Midfielders

4. Kris Gate - Centre Midfield

Like Baxter, Kris Gate came though the ranks at Newcastle United, ever since he arrived at Gateshead he has been a midfield maestro.

As Captain he has excelled and is the first name on the team sheet!

7. Martin Brittain - Right Winger

Martin is recovering from a broken leg he picked up during the infamous game with Hayes and Yeading.

8. Phil Turnbull - Centre Midfield

Phillip, a former Hartlepool and York City player is in his second full season with the Heed. A footballing central midfielder, who on his day can make the side tick.

14. Alex Francis - Centre Midfield

A powerful attacking midfielder with a thunderous shot, one for the future and beyond. Recently been on loan at Minnows Blythe Spartans.

16. Steven Baptist - Left Winger

A Lighting quick hot prospect, sadly a broken ankle in pre-season has yet to see him feature this campaign.

Craig Nethorpe - Left Winger

Nelly comes back to Gateshead for a third spell, having featured on-loan twice.

James Marwood - Winger

Ex-NUFC Reserve James, follows Assistant Manager Adam Sadler from Northumbria University having also featured for Blyth.

Josh Gillies - Winger

Josh joins Gateshead having won the FA Vase with Whitley Bay. He also featured for Blyth last season.

 

Forwards

23. Brian Wake

Brian signed from Greenock Morton in the January 2010 transfer window, making an instant impact including an unforgettable winning double at Mansfield in the pay what you want game.

Jon Shaw

Having played once on-loan last season, Shaw rejoins the Tynesiders after securing his release from Mansfield Town. He created a deadly partnership with Daryl Clare at Burton Albion.

Jonny Allan

Jonny joins the Tynesiders from Northwich Victoria where he had become a cult hero. Starting out at Carlisle United, he moved onto Northwich where he stared for a number of years before leaving following the Vics removal from the Conference North.

Nathan Fisher

Young striker who made a name for himself in the Northern League scoring 44 goals in 49 appearances for relegated Chester-le-Street Town.