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Mark Carruthers
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⚽️ Writer for The Chronicle, Sunday Sun, Sunderland Echo, Shields Gazette ✍🏻 Weekly columnist for Non-League Paper 🎙️Co-host of Everything is Black and White podcast 💚 Proud Ambassador of I U Care Share Foundation
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🧵I've written eight 'long reads' for the Sunderland Echo, Hartlepool Mail and Shields Gazette for over the coming days.

They give insight into some figures that are in or have been in the North East non-league scene, how they got to where they are and tells a number of untold tales.
Merry Christmas everyone! Hope the big man was good to you and you all get spoilt rotten. Have a wonderful day with your friends and family 🎅🏻
December 25, 2025 at 11:29 AM
🧵I've written eight 'long reads' for the Sunderland Echo, Hartlepool Mail and Shields Gazette for over the coming days.

They give insight into some figures that are in or have been in the North East non-league scene, how they got to where they are and tells a number of untold tales.
December 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM
🤝South Shields manager Ian Watson has confirmed he is keen to retain the services of Sunderland defender Oli Bainbridge and Middlesbrough midfielder Luke Woolston as his side continue their push for the National League North title.

#SAFC | #Boro | #UTM

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
South Shields boss confirms interest in deals for Sunderland and Middlesbrough duo
The National League North leaders are keen to secure new agreements for two loan signings.
www.shieldsgazette.com
December 22, 2025 at 3:22 PM
🌟Lewis Miley is Newcastle United's man of the moment - and his recent performances are inspiring the next crop of Magpies first-team hopefuls

A @chroniclelive.co.uk piece on how the versatile midfielder is showing the way for academy stars.

#NUFC

www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
Lewis Miley effect ripples through Newcastle with inspirational repercussions
The Magpies youngster's progression into the first team is clear path for the club's academy hopefuls
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
December 22, 2025 at 1:35 PM
🗣️“We have to take accountability for what is happening"

⚪️⚫️Gateshead assistant manager Jacob Butterfield bemoaned familiar failings as his side’s relegation woes were increased by a defeat against National League rivals Eastleigh.

🗞️Via the Sunderland Echo.

www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Butterfield bemoans errors as Gateshead relegation worries increase with home defeat
Gateshead are sitting second from bottom in the National League table after a 3-1 home defeat against Eastleigh.
www.sunderlandecho.com
December 21, 2025 at 5:45 PM
🇧🇷Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton aren't the only Brazilian stars making an impact at Newcastle United.

🌟Another is quietly making his name within the club's academy - and he came to Newcastle via Ashington and Berwick.

🗞️Via Shields Gazette | #NUFC

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Newcastle United's new Brazilian hope quietly impressing at academy level
Newcastle United have a new Brazilian making a name for himself at academy level.
www.shieldsgazette.com
December 21, 2025 at 1:37 PM
⚫️⚪️Newcastle United are discussing a number of potential loan opportunities that could mark the next stage in the development of several of their brightest prospects.

🗞️ Shields Gazette | #NUFC

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Newcastle United loan talks underway ahead of January transfer window
Several Newcastle United academy prospects are believed to be attracting interest ahead of the January transfer window.
www.shieldsgazette.com
December 21, 2025 at 1:33 PM
🗣️"We need to show it on the pitch"

⚪️⚫️The time for talking is over for Gateshead captain Kenton Richardson as his side look to break out of an atrocious run of form that is placing their National League status under severe threat.

🗞️ Sunderland Echo

www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Richardson calls for Gateshead improvement as Eastleigh lie in wait
Gateshead will hope to kickstart an improved of form with a long-awaited home win against National League rivals Eastleigh on Sunday.
www.sunderlandecho.com
December 21, 2025 at 8:53 AM
1️⃣ His side may well be the National League North's Christmas number one - but Ian Watson has insisted South Shields will keep their feet on the ground after Saturday's win at Chester.

🗞️ Shields Gazette

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Watson calls for festive focus as South Shields see off Chester
South Shields claimed a 3-1 win at National League North rivals Chester on Saturday afternoon.
www.shieldsgazette.com
December 20, 2025 at 6:49 PM
🗣️“We have to learn, there’s no other way to put it.”

⚫️⚪️Newcastle United U21s coach Adam Lawrence bemoaned familiar failings as his side suffered a defeat against Dinamo Zagreb in the Premier League International Cup.

🗞️Report via @shieldsgazette.

#NUFC

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Newcastle United U21s coach Adam Lawrence bemoans errors in Dinamo Zagreb defeat
Newcastle United Under-21s fell to a 3-0 home defeat in their Premier League International Cup tie with Dinamo Zagreb.
www.shieldsgazette.com
December 20, 2025 at 4:29 PM
⚫️⚪️ Newcastle players, coaches and supporters were clearly hurt by the loss at Sunderland - but they must move on and not allow it to define their season.

🚨 From today’s Everything is Black and White podcast.

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📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3Dt...

#NUFC
December 18, 2025 at 3:15 PM
“I thought they had some really dangerous players, they stepped up on the night”

Portsmouth’s youngsters earned praise from opposition coach Chris Moore after their FA Youth Cup defeat at Newcastle United.

🗞️ The Portsmouth News

www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/footba...
Portsmouth spirit impresses Newcastle United coach in FA Youth Cup tie
Portsmouth Under-18s suffered a 5-2 defeat against Newcastle United in an FA Youth Cup tie on Tuesday night.
www.portsmouth.co.uk
December 17, 2025 at 8:37 AM
🔵⚪️ There were mixed feelings for Portsmouth academy coach Sam Hudson after his side exited the FA Youth Cup with a 5-2 defeat at Newcastle United.

🗞️ The Portsmouth News

www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/footba...
Mixed feelings for Portsmouth prospects after FA Youth Cup defeat at Newcastle United
Portsmouth Under-18s exited the FA Youth Cup with a 5-2 defeat at Newcastle United on Tuesday night.
www.portsmouth.co.uk
December 17, 2025 at 8:33 AM
🗣️ “He got his rewards”

⚫️⚪️ Newcastle United academy coach Chris Moore praised winger Matheos Ferreira after his hat-trick helped the Magpies Under-18s overcome Portsmouth to secure a place in the FA Youth Cup fourth round.

🗞️ Shields Gazette

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Newcastle United prospect praised after hat-trick inspires FA Youth Cup win
Newcastle United will face Crystal Palace in the FA Youth Cup fourth round after claiming a 5-2 win against Portsmouth.
www.shieldsgazette.com
December 17, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Use a derby defeat as motivation? If Newcastle want to be elite, disappointment shouldn’t be the motivator #NUFC

Andrew Musgrove and myself discuss the reaction needed on the Everything is Black & White podcast Monday show.

🎧 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/e...

📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Uuu...
December 15, 2025 at 10:29 PM
🐝 Daniel Moore has admitted he wanted Hebburn Town to go ‘under the radar’.

🔥 But their run of eight consecutive wins means they have captured the attention of their Northern Premier League Premier Division rivals.

🗞️ Via the Non-League Paper.

www.thenonleaguefootballpaper.com/latest-news/...
Hebburn Town give Daniel Moore a "buzz" after recent run of form - The Non-League Football Paper
Hebburn Town were happy going ‘under the radar’ in the NPL Premier Division – but manager Daniel Moore believes their stunning recent form has captured the attention of their rivals.
www.thenonleaguefootballpaper.com
December 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
⚫️⚪️ Where has Newcastle United’s aggression and intensity gone?

Assessing the derby defeat against Sunderland with Andrew Musgrove on today’s Everything is Black and White podcast Monday Show.

🎧 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/e...

📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Uuu...

#NUFC
December 15, 2025 at 4:57 PM
It’s that time of year again…

Now it feels like Christmas 🎯
December 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Walsall manager Mat Sadler wants supporters to have a moment to remember after his side secured a place in the FA Cup third round draw with a win at Gateshead.

🗞️ Reaction via Express and Star.

www.expressandstar.com/sport/2025/1...
"We want to have our moment" - Mat Sadler on Walsall's FA Cup progress
Mat Sadler wants to give Walsall supporters a special moment after his side secured their place in the FA Cup third-round draw with a 2-0 win at National League club Gateshead, writes Mark Carruthers.
www.expressandstar.com
December 7, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Walsall produced a performance of composure, control and confidence to avoid an FA Cup shock at National League strugglers Gateshead.

🗞️ Report for the Express and Star.

www.expressandstar.com/sport/2025/1...
FA Cup: Gateshead 0 Walsall 2 - Professional Saddlers book third round slot
Walsall produced a professional display to avoid an FA Cup upset at National League strugglers Gateshead and secure a place in Monday’s third round draw, writes Mark Carruthers.
www.expressandstar.com
December 7, 2025 at 6:59 PM
⚪️⚫️ Gateshead must believe they can cause another FA Cup upset against Walsall.

Ahead of this afternoon's tie, Alun Armstrong talks:

🤕Sickness woes
🏠Poor home form
😲Causing an upset
💰Financial challenges
👊Belief

🗞️ A long read via the Sunderland Echo.

www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Gateshead must believe they can cause FA Cup upset against Walsall - Armstrong
Gateshead will face League Two leaders Walsall in the FA Cup second round on Sunday afternoon.
www.sunderlandecho.com
December 7, 2025 at 9:54 AM
South Shields manager Ian Watson cut a frustrated figure after his side fell to a rare home defeat against National League North rivals Kidderminster Harriers.

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Watson frustrated as South Shields fall to Kidderminster Harriers defeat
South Shields fell to a rare home defeat against National League North rivals Kidderminster Harriers.
www.shieldsgazette.com
December 7, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Proving the doubters wrong is the main motivation behind Hebburn Town’s remarkable run of form that has taken them into second place in the Northern Premier League Premier Division table - according to manager Daniel Moore.

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Red hot Hebburn Town proving doubters wrong as Hyde win extends stunning run of form
Hebburn Town made it seven wins in a row with a 3-1 victory at Northern Premier League rivals Hyde United.
www.shieldsgazette.com
December 7, 2025 at 9:21 AM
🏆Walsall manager Mat Sadler has called on his players to focus on their own game as they look at avoid an FA Cup upset at the hands of Gateshead on Sunday.

🗞️FA Cup preview via Sunderland Echo.

www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Walsall warned ahead of Gateshead FA Cup tie
Gateshead will face League Two leaders Walsall in the FA Cup second round on Sunday afternoon.
www.sunderlandecho.com
December 7, 2025 at 9:11 AM
🏆Gateshead goalkeeper Tiernan Brooks is relishing the challenge facing his side as they prepare to face League Two promotion contenders Walsall in the FA Cup second round.

🗞️FA Cup preview via the Sunderland Echo.

www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Confidence still strong as Gateshead look for FA Cup upset in Walsall clash
Gateshead will face League Two title contenders Walsall in an FA Cup second round tie at the International Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
www.sunderlandecho.com
December 7, 2025 at 8:57 AM