A convincing 0-3 away win at Washington saw Shildon Railway FC climb to 7th spot in the Wearside League Frist Division table at the weekend, just five points off third place Durham City, but with a game in hand.
The BR were on top from the start, hitting the bar in the opening minute and keeping most of the possession.
Any forward play by Washington was dealt with by the defence and keeper and goals from John Taylor, Danny Shaw and Robbie Wilkinson ensured the side returned home with maximum points.
The club also hosts a number of junior sides and although some didn’t paly this weekend, the U11s, like their seniors, also enjoyed an away win at Ferryhill Miners. Goals from John-Tom (2), Joseph (3) and Taylor secured the victory.
The Under 14s were also away, to Prissick Athletic, and they too returned home with the win. An own goal was added to by Jenson and Logan for a 1-3 final score.
Operating from Shildon, the club is run entirely by volunteers and relies on the generosity of local businesses to help cover running costs.
If any local businesses is interested in helping with sponsorship the can contact the club by emailing shildonrailwayfc@gmail.com to find out more.
If any players are thinking of getting involved, the club has junior teams entered into local leagues, with a pathway into the first team, at Under 11 (a Saturday and a Sunday team); Under 12s (Saturday); Under 14s (Sunday); Under 16s (Saturday) and Under 18s (Saturday).
They also run a development session for children starting out in football.
For more information and additional contact details, visit the club’s Facebook Page at Shildon Railway FC.
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