I am not optimistic.

Bonus pictures from ‘s @heatonstan.bsky.social game! Another footballer-with-a-ball-for-a-heed! What more could you want

Shots from the full-blooded @heatonstan.bsky.social v @ashingtonafc.bsky.social game from Tuesday. We started with a poignant minute's applause from everybody's friend Davey Faichen. We'll miss you Davey.

⚫️NEXT MATCH⚪️ Huge game incoming… 6th v 7th this Saturday at The Willow Park! 🎟️ heatonstan.co.uk/tickets

⭐️MAN OF THE MATCH⭐️ He’s only gone and done it again… Andy Burn wins the fan vote after yet another superb performance in midfield. (Burnsy says he would’ve given it to Alex Payne - who was also excellent and received lots of votes!)

How we didn't get 6 or 7 is a mystery. Played so well. Excellent link up play. Ashington last gasp defending was incredible.

Really looking forward to this one. Can't wait.

👏 Prior to kick-off tonight against Ashington, there will be a minute’s applause in memory of our good friend Davy Faichen. Please join us in celebrating Davy’s life.

And here’s the full set from the weekend’s @heatonstan.bsky.social game heatonstan.co.uk/event/dunsto...

Well deserved

Proper football

🎥 This week head of media Liam sat down with Stan legend James Colwill to talk about his long (and continuing!) association with the club after stepping down as a Director. Watch: youtu.be/-Bov4p4Q7IQ?...

Turnberry Golf Course to be officially renamed Shit Holes, until all American tariffs on the UK are removed. #voteBinface

And now for something completely different....

No. You fuck off.

Lovely record..... youtu.be/8GfDZ00bgE4?...

We looked a bit ring rusty after 3 weeks without a game but you can't knock the lads for effort against a very decent Dunston side. Their second and third were very good. We move on.....

Corned beef pie made. Proper crimping on the home made pastry there. Now to Dunston to watch the Stan....

Wor lass has COVID. Has knocked her for six this week. Poor bugger. Easy to forget what a bastard of a virus it is.

Well that's not the best news. Been brilliant for us. Good luck Dan.

Oh yes. youtu.be/1b1aG-OpDAw?...

This lad is magnificent .

Been at the cricket club for a pint. Groundsman is a Sunderland (from Consett. Bless). Chat got on to Everton. "The real hard men of Liverpool" one of the old boys said. "Except that Brian. He's more Tranmere". Tried to argue the toss but was shouted down. Soz Bri.

Going jazzy early youtu.be/EnnT_ihOs7Q?...

❌ Tomorrow’s @thenpl.bsky.social away match at Lincoln United has been postponed. We’ll confirm a rearranged date in due course. 🚌 If you were booked to travel with us tomorrow, we’ll be in touch via email.

In no particular order; Ricky Wilson Marr Eddy Senay Hendrix Angus Young Marc Bolan Ronson Prince Robbie Krieger Berni Flint

🗓️ Our postponed Northumberland Senior Cup quarter final against Blyth Town will now take place on Tuesday 3rd February 2026, kick off 7:45pm.

🥶 Keep warm this winter… but look cool in the process! New Stan bobble hats now available from our Club Shop! Order yours now: heatonstan.co.uk/product/new-...

ASHINGTON NEW DATE The postponed home fixture against Ashington will now take place on Tuesday 20th January 2026, 19:45 kick off. Tickets already purchased remain valid, or buy your ticket now via this link: heatonstanfc.ktckts.com/event/hea252...

Last on tonight. Bit of a fan.....

Top lads are watching the darts and listening to Neil Young. Them's the rules.

Eldest got engaged last week. Now looking at wedding venues that cost four grand. Stan clubhouse not even in the running. There's a bloody church next door. Talk about convenience. Pissed off.

Me and the bairns went out in the snow. Cracking.

I am currently listening to.......

We made the best of it and had a pint. Or two. Cracking night out.

Disappointing but given the increased risk of polar bear attack come tonight, sensible.

⚫️MATCHDAY⚪️ 2026 kicks off tonight with a North East derby against Ashington! 🎟️ heatonstan.co.uk/tickets to beat the queues at the turnstiles!

⚫️NEW SIGNING⚪️ Heaton Stannington are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Nicky Deverdics! Read more: heatonstan.co.uk/nicky-deverd...

Would love to see this restored and up and running. Maybe then, Supermac could help judge beauty contests again.... youtu.be/lkgoS3A-I54?...

Madness at Tynemouth

Time to get down.... youtu.be/BsrqKE1iqqo?...

Spoiling you now youtu.be/UfrEQj04rE4?...

Another treat for you. youtu.be/bMNbaBC4amA?...

Thank me later. youtu.be/l2IljsT3udw?...

My Dad is 85 today. Rang to say happy birthday. Then he started on about how cold it is. So global warming is bollocks. Obviously. "It's Mother Nature who's in charge, never mind the electric companies". Which baffled me. Happy apocalypse.

Also a fan of this. "Someone murdered Sir Spencer of Aycliffe you say....but no one can find the body...."

That's the view.

Went to Durham today. The walk up that fucking hill to the station. Bugger me. No wonder I hadn't bothered for 3 years. Still had a quick chat with Bede and Cuthbert, so 2026 is going to be MY year.

All credit to the lads on the pitch but I think I made a significant contribution to that win. Thanks for the cup.