Jarrow FC

Historical Lookback – Football Pioneers Often when we look through history the pioneers of certain aspects of our daily life that we take for granted were fought for and built by men. While there is no denying the truth of men shaping history, what we read often neglects to mention the role that women have played in those events. Indeed, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that my Great, great, great, great Grandmother Suzanna not only served in the British Army during the 1850’s but also was present in the field during the Crimean War and miraculously gave birth to a daughter Harriet Alma in 1855 who they named after the famous battle of the year before. When it comes to football however, I came across a story about a Jarrow lass who not only played for England but also scored and became the youngest ever goal scorer for her country, a record that still stands today and covers both the men’s and women’s teams. The Palmer’s Munitionettes were a Women’s team formed from the temp...

Match Preview - Newcastle Blue Star   Our first preseason friendly of the 2021/22 season see us move away from the usual higher division opponents by facing Northern Alliance (one tier below) super power Newcastle Blue Star. Formed in 1930 the Aristocrats are no stranger to higher league opposition with themselves having been flying high in the Northern Premier league only 12 years ago. Financial problems saw the club fold in 2009 but thankfully re-emerge in 2018 when they set up home in the Scotswood road side of the city and have grown remarkably in those few years. Ground developments and player investment has led to increased attendances and unrivalled ambition. As with all teams throughout this past 16 months Blue Stars progress has been severely hindered due to the Covid outbreak with their form of last season not reaching the level that many expected, something they will be looking put right this term. Blue star themselves boast a decorated and successful history hav...