Match Preview: South Shields FC vs Scarborough Athletic

The Mariners welcome Scarborough Athletic to the 1st Cloud Arena for their second meeting of the 24/25 National League North Campaign.

The reverse fixture saw The Mariners come away with three points in a 2-1 victory against the Seadogs, with goals coming from Paul Blackett and Kyle Crossley.

Seadogs currently sit 15th in the NLN with 33 points and most recently were on the end of defeat against Chorley in a 3-2 defeat at home.

Elliott Dickman's Mariners currently sit 14th in the NLN having been recently defeated by Scunthorpe United at the Attis Arena in a match that ended 2-1.

Elliott's Thoughts

"It was good getting back playing in what was always going to be a tough game against Scunthorpe United. Unfortunately, we came out on the wrong side of the result, however, the game was very tight and in our opinion a draw would have been a fair result.

When you go through several weeks without games there is always that possibility of the players lacking match practice. We did not feel this going into the game, as well as during it. The players looked excellent physically and showed a desire to push hard to the end to try and get a result. This was very pleasing to see, as it backs up that our training model works, and the players were, as always, fully prepared for the game.

As we are moving into a very important stage of the season, we are fully focused for the intense schedule that is approaching. The main area of improvement we have been working on is minimising individual errors. If we can do this, we know that as a team, we can win games of football.

As always, please continue to get behind our players and the team and we hope we can make today’s game an exciting one for you and one that we can all enjoy."

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today’s Ball sponsor is The Pulman group, and will have representation from both VW and CUPRA garages We have 3 mascots and a stag who will come out with the home team, before kick-off.

Can we give respect from all fans as we will hold a minute’s applause to remember John Rae, who sadly passed away on January 19th John played for Shields in the late 80’s and was a real legend in South Shields, and also served as a firefighter.

Segregation is in place.

All turnstiles will be open from 12.30pm

Turnstiles 3 and 4 for away fans.

Mariners Matchday Geoff Main on PA, with a pre-match playlist and matchday announcements.

TICKETS

Home tickets are available to purchase online at: South Shields FC

Pay on the Gate is available for supporters on all turnstiles.

PRICING

General Standing

£16 Adult

£10 Concession

£6 Child 13-16

£4 Child u12

General Seating

£18 Adult

£12 Concession

£8 Child 13-16

£6 Child u12

Upgrades into the Red Block, in Wolf Comp Stand and Durata Stand are available to be purchased at the 50-50 hut, located near Turnstiles 1 and 2.

HOME FANS

Turnstiles, food and drink outlets are open from 12:30pm.

AWAY FANS

Away fans can access the ground via turnstiles 3 and 4. Open from 12.30 Food and drinks kiosks will be available across site, for all fans to use.

OTHER KEY INFORMATION

TVs in all bars will be showing Sky sports and you can catch up on any local teams that are playing.

Guests of the Shipley and Balcony Ticket Holders are welcome to use the Barbour bar, until KO where pass restrictions and wristbands apply, subject to availability and room capacity.

The Shipley lounge will be used after the game to feed the players.

Shipley guests, box holders with our main sponsor and ball sponsors.

OPENING TIMES

Bars

• New Stand: 12:30pm – Close

• Marquee: 12.30pm – 5pm.

• Shipley Lounge: (Reserved for Hospitality Guests and pass holders): 12:30pm – Close

• Barbour Room: 12.30pm – Close

• Club House: 12:30pm – Close.

Food

• Fanzone: 12:30pm – FT.

• Dicksons Kiosk:12:30pm – FT.

• Burger Van: 12:30pm – FT.

• Club House Kiosk:12:30pm – FT.

• Kets N Pop: 12:30pm – FT.

The Club Shop, located in the Wolf Competitions Stand near Turnstiles 1 and 2, will be open from 12:30pm – KO, Half-Time, and from FT – Close.

PARKING

Limited, unreserved parking is available on Shaftesbury Avenue. It is recommended to arrive early to secure your place. More parking is available on Bedesway, with access via Turnstile 5.

TRAVEL

The nearest Metro is Bede, a five-minute walk to Turnstiles. Thank you for your support and enjoy the game. On behalf of the club, we thank you for your continued loyalty and support to South Shields FC and have a great afternoon with us at the 1st Cloud Arena.