“There’s a real belief in the squad”
Bay manager Derek Forrest, though obviously disappointed, felt there were plenty of positive signs to come from yesterday’s narrow defeat at Thornaby. “We lost but I liked the performance, I liked the structure. We had...Continue reading
Narrow defeat for unlucky Bay
THORNABY 1 WHITLEY BAY 0 Saturday 2nd October Whitley can count themselves very unfortunate not to have come away with at least a point after a spirited performance in a closely fought game at third...
“We’re conceding at key times”
Derek Forrest was understandably very disappointed to lose his first game as sole manager of Whitley Bay FC, following the departure of Tony Fawcett. “When there’s been so much work behind the scenes and then...Continue reading
Defensive errors prove costly for Whitley
SEAHAM RED STAR 4 WHITLEY BAY 2 Saturday 25th September Whitley’s first game with Derek Forrest in sole charge as manager ended in defeat after a disappointing second half performance at Seaham. After conceding an...Continue reading
Christmas orders for Joma products
NEWS FROM WHITLEY BAY FC CLUB SHOP In the lead up to Christmas, delivery time for Joma branded products from our suppliers will be 6-7 weeks. With this in mind, orders required for Christmas will...Continue reading
“It was fantastic to get the win”
Derek Forrest was delighted with Whitley’s 4-2 victory over Billingham Town. “It was fantastic to get the win and nice to be 3-0 up at half time. We played well, made chances and without being...Continue reading
Shanks at the double as Bay take the points
WHITLEY BAY 4 BILLINGHAM TOWN 2 Saturday 18th September Whitley returned to winning ways with a comfortable victory over Billingham Town, racing into a three goal lead by half time. The visitors fought back in...
Tony Fawcett resigns as joint manager
Tony Fawcett has today resigned as Joint Manager of Whitley Bay Football Club. The Club would like to thank Tony for all his efforts since taking on this role 18 months ago and would like...Continue reading
“They’ve done that bit more than us”
Joint manager Derek Forrest shared the disappointment of Bay fans as he reflected on the dramatic FA Vase tie when Whitley were beaten 4-3 by Billingham Synthonia. “It’s very disappointing when we’ve come out and...Continue reading
Another early Vase exit for Whitley
FA VASE 1st QUALIFYING ROUND WHITLEY BAY 3 BILLINGHAM SYNTHONIA 4 Saturday 11th September For the third consecutive year, Whitley Bay, the most successful club in FA Vase history, have gone out of the competition...