Report by Julian Tyley After a keenly contested local derby at newly promoted Blyth Town ended in a 1-1 draw, Whitley Bay manager Jay Bates was pleased with his side’s performance but was quick to...Continue reading
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Jay Bates gives his thoughts on a dramatic FA Vase victory
Report by Julian Tyley A tremendous late comeback by Whitley saw them through to the next round of the FA Vase after a gripping cup tie at Longridge and there was a mixture of relief...Continue reading
Jay Bates reflects on FA Cup defeat
Report by Julian Tyley Shortly after the final whistle at Newton Aycliffe, Bay manager Jay Bates gave his thoughts on Whitley’s performance in the 3-0 defeat which saw them exit the FA Cup. “It’s a...Continue reading
“A bad day at the office”
Report by Julian Tyley Whitley Bay assistant manager Barry Rizza summed up the feelings of the home fans when he described the 2-0 defeat against Seaham Red Star as “extremely disappointing”. “I would say it...Continue reading
Jay Bates speaks after Northallerton game
Report by Julian Tyley Whitley Bay manager Jay Bates described the 0-0 draw at Hillheads against Northallerton Town as a frustrating evening. “Yes, frustrating, it’s one of them where you don’t take your chances so...Continue reading
“We got it over the line in the end”
Report by Julian Tyley Whitley made it through to the next round of the FA Cup after a hard fought game at Beverley Town. Speaking after the game, assistant manager Barry Rizza felt they should...Continue reading
“We knew we were going to create chances”
Report by Julian Tyley After Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Whickham, Whitley’s new manager Jay Bates reflected on the performance of his team in their opening league game of the season. “It was a good game,...Continue reading
“It was an unbelievable goal by Fin”
Report by Julian Tyley Speaking after Tuesday’s final game of the season at Newcastle Benfield, manager Liam McIvor expressed the views of most Bay fans. “It was a typical end of season game to be...Continue reading
“It was the story of the season”
Report by Julian Tyley Marc Ellison was suspended for the game at Northallerton but with Liam McIvor away, he was in charge of the team and obviously saw things differently when watching from the sidelines...Continue reading
“It was a great win”
Report by Julian Tyley Bay manager Liam McIvor was understandably delighted to come away from North Shields with a victory which completed a league double over their local rivals. “It was a great win. It’s...Continue reading