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The family will update on a funeral once plans are in place.
RIP to the kindest man you can meet
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Creative juices flowing from the COVID-19 officer today 👍
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𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗞 & 𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦
Midfielder Ben Trotter signs for Crook Town. Ben had a successful stint at Shildon last season in the Northern Prem.
Welcome to the Millfield, Ben
🖤💛
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Everyone at the Club would like to wish Vince Kirkup a happy 70th birthday!
Not enough letters allowed in twitter to do justice to how much time & effort Vince puts into the Black and Ambers - enjoy your day Vince!
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Crook start the new year with a 3-1 home win under a glorious Millfield sunset
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Crook go through 4-2 on penalties!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙉𝙆 𝙔𝙊𝙐 𝙀𝙍𝙄𝘾
The 2023-24 is Eric Gibson's 61st season following the Black & Amber's. The Gibson family is synonymous with Crook Town and Eric has volunteered endless hours to his favourite club! Thank you for everything to the nicest man in non league football! 🖤💛
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Official confirmation that Crook Town will be playing in the Ebac Northern League Division One next season!
Congratulations to all the team and management, also a big thank you to all the players who wore a Black and Amber shirt over the last two seasons for the part they played
The Football Association has announced the clubs that will be promoted for the forthcoming season.
We would like to wish
@HebburnTown
,
@Official_SAFC
and
@stockton_townfc
well as they depart our league.
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Full match photos to follow but here's what scoring the winning goal in the 88th minute after trailing 2-0 means to our captain
@dunwell99
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Al over and Crook are through to the final after winning 3-0!
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NEW SIGNING:
Crook Town are delighted to welcome
@Jamie_Tumilty9
to the Black and Amber ranks!
Check
@JayBow19
's comments below and why he think's he'll be an exciting player to appear at the Millfield next season.
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Demonstration of GREAT team spirit when the player who's changed places through a substitution celebrates as much as the lad
@Jamie_Tumilty9
who came on for him scores. Some lad is
@danielmaddison5
!
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The club are devasted to hear of the passing of Gary Pearson.
Gary was an excellent manager but an even nicer bloke, who managing in both home & away dugouts at the Millfield!
Our thoughts are with Garys family and friends at this difficult time 💛🖤
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Congratulations to club Captain & fan favourite
@Craig__Moody
on completing his degree.
An inspiration on and off the field!
Well done, Capt Marvel, from the Black & Amber's family!🖤💛
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Wasn't the sort of trip home
@Osc5Eckley
and his Dad were expecting after Saturdays game but respect to them and Crook resident Lee Gustard for going to the aid of a man in distress on the Newton Cap viaduct - well done lads!
...
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It’s another three points on the road for Crook Town thanks to a
@Jamie_Tumilty9
strike. Final score Whitley Bay 0 - Crook Town 1
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Official attendance 454 - thanks for your fantastic support!
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Welcome to the Millfield Oscar!
Jamie Tunstall said
'Oscar is young and hungry to do well, like a lot of our lads, and he wants to show he is capable at this level. He’s a leader, very vocal and organises well. Quick and strong, he’ll be an asset for us!'
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It is with great sadness that the Club announces the passing of Club sponsor and stalwart Crook Town supporter Brian Gibbon.
Always to be found beside the tunnel at home games and on the touchline at away games he will be sadly missed by everyone connected with the Club.
RIP
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Today marks the end of Angela's tenure in the "Only Foods and Sauces" hut. The inventor of the region famous Black & Amber burger is hanging up her scrapper after today's game.
Thank you to Angela and your team of helpers for all your endless hard work over the seasons.
🖤💛
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𝙈𝘼𝙍𝙇𝙀𝙔 𝙎𝙄𝙂𝙉𝙎 ✍
The club are delighted to confirm the signing of Nick Marley. Striker Nick played at Tow Law last year.
Welcome to the Millfield, Nick 🖤💛
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FT 3-0 Great performance from the lads in Black and Amber !
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KIRKBRIDE SIGNS FOR CROOK TOWN ⚽️
Industrious midfielder Leo Kirkbride has signed for the Black and Ambers.
Welcome to the Millfield, Leo 💛🖤
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𝙁𝘼𝙉 𝙁𝘼𝙑𝙊𝙐𝙍𝙄𝙏𝙀 𝙈𝙊𝙊𝘿𝙔 𝙍𝙀-𝙎𝙄𝙂𝙉𝙎 ⚽️
Craig Moody has signed for the upcoming season to stay at the Millfield for another year!
🗣 Mooooody
🖤💛
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Final score Crook win 4-2, climb to second in the table!
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The Millfield Grandstand being built in 1925 from Michael Manuel's 'The Crook Town AFC Chronicle 1889-2011'
It cost £1,300 and opened for it's first game on Oct 7th vs Bishop Auckland, Crook won 3-1 in front of 5,000
£1,300 cost in 1925 would be £78,379 in modern money!
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Well that was some first season back in Division One - well done the Black and Amber lads and management, you did us proud! We go again in July!
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Say hello to the new gaffer 🖤💛
Up The Black and Amber's ⚽️
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Well the cat is out the bag, more details and the background story but for now say hello to the Millfield’s new gates
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Congratulations from everyone at Crook Town to
@JayBow19
& Laura Tunstall on the safe arrival of Ellie
A whirlwind morning... from them leaving the house at 10:30 and Ellie arriving at 11:01 weighing just an ounce more than her brother at 6 pound 13 - welcome to the world Ellie!
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Crook Town are delighted to announce the signing of Dan Myers!
Jamie said 'I’m delighted to have Dan join us, he's really impressed the mangmt team in training and the Consett game. I've worked with Dan at U15's, he suits our profile, he’s young at 19 and will only get better!'
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Another signing and its a big one.....
𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻
Keeper Alex, who we had on a dual registration last season from Blyth Spartans, has signed solely with the Black & Ambers for the 2023-24 season 👐
🖤💛
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He tried to sneak it past us but it's a Happy Birthday from the Black and Ambers to Mr Chairman Vince Kirkup
Hope you've had a great day Vince!
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The club sends its thoughts to Jack Armstrong who had to stretched off to hospital,due to a head injury, in tonight's game.
Get well soon Jack 🖤💛
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Today's Man of the Match vs Durham City with 44% of the votes is
@danielmaddison5
- considering Dan only came on as a substitute at half-time a particularly impressive result!
Congratulations Dan!
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A
@Jamie_Tumilty9
hat-trick, a great team spirit and determined defending, with every player putting in a real shift to defend the lead once Crook were in front, saw the Black and Ambers win 3-2 away at Newton Aycliffe tonight
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Crook Town AFC are delighted to announce the re-appointment of the current management team of Jamie Tunstall, Matthew Coad, Anthony Verity & Michael Colman for the start of the 2019/2020 season.
#neverindoubt
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The club are saddened to hear of the passing of Bill Penman.
Bill was a Crook Town stalwart (Chairman,Vice Chairman, Commercial Manager,Fanatical supporter) has passed away this evening
Our thoughts are with his partner Dorothy, son Gavin and daughter Karen at this sad time🩶💛
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Who doesn’t love a last minute winner! David Webb does - scores in final minute and it’s ended Crook 2 - Penrith 1
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Crook Town would like to thank
@dunwell99
for his time at the club both as player and coach - a true leader both on and off the pitch.
You'll always be welcome at the Millfield Chris!
Read Jamie Tunstall's full comments on the club website
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Jamie Tumilty scoring the only goal in this afternoon’s home win
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Crook Town are delighted to announce the signing of
@DaleElgie7
. Jamie Tunstall said
'I’m delighted Dale Elgie has signed for Crook Town this year. Dale is the exactly the type of player we wanted to bring to the football club. and I believe he’s a great addition to our squad'
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More good news ahead of Crook Town's first friendly with the confirmation that Chris Dunwell will return this season as club captain.
A leader both on and off the pitch Crook Town are delighted that Chris will be playing his football at the Millfield this coming season!
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Kai Hewitson joins the Black and Ambers!
Jamie said 'Kai is someone I’ve wanted to sign for a while, he ticks all the boxes as the centre forward we’re looking for, a typical number 9 who is great with his back to goal and leads the line well. I’m delighted he’s on board with us'
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Before today's game the Crook Town players showed their support for the
@IFUCARESHARE
's
#insideout
campaign marking World Suicide Prevention Day, seeking to raise awareness of the importance of talking by bringing what is on the inside, out.
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HEWITSON SIGNS ⚽️
Centre Forward Kai joins Crook for the 2nd time and is available for today's game!
Welcome back to the Millfield, Kai 🖤💛
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145 days since the last game was played on the Millfield pre Lockdown but Groundsman
@ollieking23
still tending it with TLC to be ready for when we get the green light to resume home games again
#GroundsWeek
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𝙎𝙀𝙔𝙈𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙎𝙄𝙂𝙉𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝘽𝙇𝘼𝘾𝙆 & 𝘼𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍𝙎 ⚽️
The club are delighted to confirm the signing of Kurt Seymour. Defender Kurt spent last season at Tow Law
Welcome to the Millfield, Kurt 🖤💛
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HAVELOCK-BROWN SIGNS FOR THE BLACK & AMBERS ⚽️
Reece joins us from Whitley Bay and plays in the centre of the park.
Welcome to the Millfield, Reece 🖤💛
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The club are delighted to announce the signing of experienced midfielder Shaun Ryder. Shaun has a wealth of experience and had the opportunity to sign for Northern Premier clubs but chose the Black & Ambers.
Welcome to the Millfield, Shaun 🖤💛
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PILLING SIGNS FOR CROOK TOWN ⚽️
Defender Lucas Pilling joins us from Shildon for the forthcoming coming season.
Welcome to the Millfield, Lucas 💛🖤
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𝙈𝘼𝙏𝙏𝙃𝙀𝙒𝙎 𝙎𝙄𝙂𝙉𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘽𝙇𝘼𝘾𝙆 & 𝘼𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍'𝙎 !
The club are delighted to announce the signing of Kurtis Matthews. Kurtis was a key member of Shildon AFC's squad last season.
Welcome to the Millfield, Kurtis
🖤💛
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MITTON SIGNS FOR CROOK TOWN⚽️
Defender Dan bring a wealth of NL experience to the club.
Welcome to the Millfield, Danny 💛🖤
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The announcement we have all been waiting for;
Durham County FA Frank Pattison Challenge Cup Final
📅Wednesday 20th April 2022
📍 Hetton Centre- DH5 9NE
⏰Kick Off 7.30pm
Up The Crook⚽️💛🖤
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Joining Mark;
Stevie Johnson- Coach- UEFA B coach best known for his spell at Darlington FC. Played in the Northern League and Northern Premier.
Dean Irvine- Assistant Manager- played in the Northern League. Worked with Mark at Darlington Town and Synners.
Welcome lads ⚽️
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Any ground hoppers taking advantage of a Friday night game to add The Millfield to their ‘visited’ tonight
Should be a good crowd in for the local derby - get yourselves along!
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ANOTHER PLAYER RE-SIGNS AND ITS A BIG ONE......
Craig Moody signs for the 2022-23 season ✍
Craig hit the ground running last season, finishing joint top scorer despite joining half way through the campaign. His goals also helped us reach the Durham Challenge Cup Final 🏆
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Eddie Thomas joins Crook Town!
Jamie said 'Eddie was with us in pre season and has spent time at Dunston too after excelling at his parent club Gateshead. Eddie has all the attributes to be a proper centre forward and is improving all the time. He’ll be an exciting asset for us!'
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4/6
Players Player of the Year;
Dale Elgie- presented by Club Secretary Chris Macdonald
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Yessssdds!!!!! What a performance by the lads - full time they win 3-2!
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Breaking News :
@Deano5Browne
has been appointed as the new Assistant Manager at Crook Town
Jamie Tunstall said 'I’ve worked with Deano before and have the upmost faith in him and feel he’s the right person for this role'
Welcome to the Millfield Deano!
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The club are delighted to announce the signing of Alex Curran.
The 'keeper joins us on a dual registration with Bylth Spartans.
Welcome to the Millfield, Alex
🖤💛
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𝙀𝙓𝙇𝙀𝙔 𝙎𝙄𝙂𝙉𝙎 ⚽️
Defender Lewis signs frim Birtley. Full back Lewis has a wealth of NL experience.
Welcome to the Millfield, Lewis
🖤💛
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The Club would like to thank the players and management for an exciting and memorable first season back in Division One - giving the supporters some great memories from 2021/22!
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Well done to our Chairman Vince, thoroughly deserved!
Local footy legend Vince Kirkup wins the coveted Unsung Hero Award, after more than 50 years of grass roots dedication with Stanley United and
@crooktown_afc
.
#echoheroes17
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Crook Town are pleased to confirm the appointment of Richie Hill as Assistant Manager
@JayBow19
said ‘Richie brings a wealth of experience. His coaching on the training ground is first class,I’ve known Richie a long time and I’m delighted to have him on board!’
Welcome Richie!
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Black and Amber Army in position and ready to cheer the Three Lions on. Boony, Lee, Danny & Hayden flying the flag for Crook Town! Bring it home Lads!
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The club would like to welcome midfield general, Daniel Chapman.
Dan is proven in the NL and brings some grit to the squad.
Dan signs frim Billingham Synthonia. Big thank you to Paul & Jay for your help with the transfer.
🖤💛
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Club Captain
@RichieGaston
has decided to hang up his boots, he was an integral part of our dressing room in what turned out to be a successful season.
The club would like to place on record our thanks to Richie for his time at the club and wish him all the best in the future!
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Last night's goals from the 3-0 semi-final win vs Newton Aycliffe
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Tom Gavin finds Kai Hewitson with a great cross and it’s 1-0 to Crook as Kai gets his first in a Crook shirt
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61' The Crook Town Crouch breaks the line and slots home
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🖤💛
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The club signs Cobi Jones from Esh Winning.
Thank you to Esh for your help with this.
🖤💛
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The club would like to send their heartfelt condolences to club stalwarts Niel and Eric Gibson on what would of been Ryan's 19th Birthday.
Love to you both from the Crook Town & Footballing Family 💛🖤
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